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Kids' Cycling Jackets

For the ride to school, rain cover and reflectors; on trails, a fabric that takes falls.

Guide

Kids' Cycling Jackets

Buy by height and check the fit on the bike: leaning forward, the back should stay covered, and the sleeves must not hide the fingers on the brake levers.

Key points

A rain jacket with taped seams for school, a windproof for weekend rides.
Reflective detail front, back and on the sleeves, plus a bright colour.
No long ties at the hem that could catch in the spokes or chain.
Hood only over the helmet or detachable, never underneath.
Size by height in cm, one size up for a jumper.

Which jacket for which ride?

Ride	What matters	Your pick
Riding to school	What mattersRain, darkness, traffic	Your pickWaterproof jacket with reflectors and a long back
Family rides	What mattersWind downhill, warm uphill	Your pickLight windproof that fits in a backpack
Mountain bike and pump track	What mattersBranches, falls, lots of movement	Your pickTough fabric, relaxed cut over pads
Cold days	What mattersWind chill on chest and arms	Your pickWindproof over a fleece, plus gloves

What to look for

Question	In short	Why
Which size?	In shortBy height	WhySizes such as 128 or 140 stand for height in cm. One size up leaves room for a jumper, no more: long sleeves slip over the hands and get in the way of braking.
Waterproof or windproof?	In shortFor school: waterproof	WhyRide every day and rain will catch you sooner or later. A membrane jacket with taped seams keeps it out; a windproof only copes with short showers.
How visible is it?	In shortReflectors all round	WhyReflective detail on back, chest and sleeves returns headlights from every side. The bits on the arms move, so drivers notice them earlier.
What about cords?	In shortShort, no loose ends	WhyEN 14682 rules out cords at the hood and neck for children up to age seven. Nothing should hang from the hem that could catch on the bike.

Frequently asked questions

Can the hood go under the helmet?

No. The helmet then no longer sits firmly and can slip. Choose a jacket with a detachable hood or one that fits over the helmet.

Will an everyday rain jacket do for cycling?

For short trips, often. But it usually lacks a long back: leaning forward, it rides up, and spray from the back wheel hits the lower back. Without mudguards your child will notice straight away.

How do I wash it?

Follow the care label: liquid detergent, no fabric softener. Let mud dry and brush it off first. When water stops beading, a proofing product helps.

What goes underneath in winter?

A technical top and a fleece. Downhill the wind chills quickly, so gloves and a thin headband under the helmet belong in the kit too.

Last updated: November 2026