Dirty Wknd 'Maglia Nera' Men's Foundation Windproof Vest: Pre-Order


Regular price £79.99
Unit price per
FYI! Our men's Foundation Jersey sizing has changed as of December 2020.
If you already own one of our Foundation Vests, check out our comparison chart below to see how your old Attacus vest will compare to our new sizing.
NEW MEN'S SIZES |
What's changed? |
XS |
No change. |
S |
No change. |
M |
No change. |
L |
This is bigger than our original L, but smaller than our original XL. If you currently wear a large, you probably won't notice too much of a difference as it's only gone up by a couple of centimetres. If you're unsure of where you now sit, we'd recommend scrolling down and having a look at our size chart. |
XL |
Equivalent of our original 2XL. If you're unsure of where you now sit, we'd recommend scrolling down and having a look at our size chart. |
2XL |
This is slightly bigger than our original 3XL, but smaller than what would have been a 4XL. If you're unsure of where you now sit, we'd recommend scrolling down and having a look at our size chart. |
3XL |
This is a brand new size! If you found last year's 3XL too snug and wished you could just go up a size, this could be the one for you. Scroll down and have a look at our size chart for more info and get measured up. |
ABOUT THIS PRE-ORDER
The Maglia Nera windproof vest is the ultimate bit of versatile kit. Perfect for the Northern European weather, you won't want to leave the house without it! We're thrilled to be working with our friends Attacus Custom on the newly designed La Maglia Nera 2.0 kit, and we know you're going to love it.
Why 'Maglia Nera', you ask? At the Giro d'Italia the last placed rider is awarded the 'Maglia Nera' (black jersey) for finishing in last place. It's a huge honour, meaning they haven't had to drop out or abandon the race. It is our core philosophy that no one is ever dropped or left behind, even if you are in last place or at the back of the group! Somehow, the 'Maglia Nera' felt right as the name of our club kit!
The Foundation Windproof Vest: Features & Fabrics
We believe the foundation of any good piece of cycling kit is comfort. So we’ve created a collection that puts comfort at its core. The culmination of almost three years of research and development, this collection has become a trusted go-to for multi day endurance athletes and casual cafe spinners alike. Expertly tailored to be comfortably close fitting, these cycling wardrobe staples really are the perfect all-rounders.
- Windproof vest made with premium, technical fabric designed to move and stretch with your body
- Two-way zip means you can unzip this vest from the bottom up, aiding body temperature control and providing better access to jersey pockets
- Waterproof and windproof front panel and shoulders
- Flexible mesh back panel for ventilation
- High neck for when the weather turns cooler
- Lightweight so it'll pack down into your jersey pocket
- Front panels: Italian-made lightweight, windproof fabric with 100% waterproof membrane
- Back panel: Italian-made lightweight, breathable stretch mesh
- Made in Italy
“Whether you call it a vest or a gilet, this packable windproof layer is a godsend for spring and autumn when temperatures can vary from hour to hour. The front is made with a lightweight, windproof fabric which contains a membrane barrier that repels cold air and water, while allowing warm air to continue circulating around your core. The back is made of a lightweight stretch mesh which helps with pocket access as well as ventilation. It’s a great piece of kit to stick in your jersey pocket and call on when the temperature drops.”
Jimmi Nicholls, Co-Founder and Product Developer at Attacus
Images shown are digital representations of what the jersey will look like. The final design may alter slightly.
While we do our best to accurately display the true colours of our garments in all photography on our website, sometimes the actual colour may vary in real life. This is because every computer/phone monitor has a different capability to display colours, and that everyone sees these colours differently.
SHIPPING
£5 UK
£15 EU
£10 Rest Of The World
Please note that these prices are for packaging and shipping only and do not include any local customs or import duty charges which may be incurred.
RETURNS OF CUSTOM AND PRE-ORDERED GOODS
For custom-made items, and items bought via a pre-order, each product will be made based on your specific order. We can therefore only accept returns if:
a) You receive a different product to that which you ordered (the wrong size, for instance); or
b) The product is faulty.
We'll aim to replace or repair custom or pre-ordered products that are faulty if you let us know about the fault within 14 days of receiving your order. When your order is delivered, please check it carefully. After 14 days we can't guarantee to either repair or accept any returns of goods.
Men's Size Guide
The technical fabrics in this vest are designed for movement, and will naturally stretch. It's why you may find you fit into more than one size bracket. So to help you find the best fit for you, we recommend you follow the steps below.

- CHEST: Start by measuring your chest all the way around at the fullest part with your arms by your sides. Don't rely on your shirt or suit size. Then use this number to see which size options you fall into from our size chart below.
- BELLY: Next, measure your belly/waist all the way around at the fullest part. This'll usually be around your belly button. Don't rely on your jeans or trousers waist size. Then use this number to see where you fall on our size chart. If your chest and belly measurements put you in two different size brackets, we'd recommend opting for the larger size.
- ZIP LENGTH: Use the number in the zip length column to work out how each size will fit on you, and make sure you're happy with the length. Keep in mind that our Foundation Vest has a high collar, so the zip will start just below your chin.
- FIT: Do you fall into more than one size bracket? Then we'd recommend considering how you want your kit to fit. Do you like it close fitting? Or prefer it a little looser? Make sure your chosen size selection reflects how you like to wear it.
- STILL IN DOUBT? GET IN TOUCH: If you're still unsure, email us on talktome@attacus.cc and we'll be happy to assist you. We'll always start by asking if you've measured yourself and where your measurements put you on our size chart, so it's definitely worth doing this first. We may then be able to offer a bit of extra guidance on how it'll fit.
CM | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL |
Chest | 81 - 91 | 86 - 94 | 94 - 99 | 99 - 106 | 106 - 112 | 112 - 119 | 119 - 126 |
Belly | Up to 84 | Up to 89 | Up to 92 | Up to 98 | Up to 104 | Up to 110 | Up to 116 |
Zip length | 52 | 53 | 54 | 55 | 57 | 59.5 | 61 |
INCHES | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL |
Chest | 32 - 36 | 34 - 37 | 37 - 39 | 39 - 42 | 42 - 44 | 44 - 47 | 47 - 50 |
Belly | Up to 33 | Up to 35 | Up to 36 | Up to 39 | Up to 41 | Up to 43 | Up to 46 |
Zip length | 20.5 | 21 | 21 | 21.5 | 22.5 | 23.5 | 24 |
If you're still in doubt, email us on talktome@attacus.cc
Testimonials

We’re all so pleased with our new kit. The quality and the design are excellent. The shorts are the comfiest I have worn. I think we’ll cause quite a stir amongst the locals… I hope that they don’t expect pro performance to go with the pro kit!
Gareth Hutchinson
Sticky Bottlers Cycling Club

We’re all so happy with how our jerseys turned out. The quality of the kit is fantastic.
Chris Healy
Gruppetto Cycling Club

The kit is the most comfortable and pro-looking kit our club has ever had, so we will be ordering again.
Dom Butcher
Imperial Cycling Club