Price-performance tipAlé Elements Men and Women rain jacket test

Matthias Borchers

 · 04.11.2025

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Alé Elements
The Italian manufacturer Alé, known for equipping the French cycling team Groupama - FDJ, sent us the Elements rain jacket for men and women for the big rain jacket TOUR test. At a price of 155 euros, it is one of the mid-priced, sporty rain jackets for cyclists and gravel bikers.

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This is how Alé categorises the Elements in its range: The rain jacket Elements from the "Klimatik" series with a weight of around 160 grams and small pack size fits easily into any jersey pocket. The extended back section is designed to provide reliable protection against splashing water, while the asymmetric cuffs including a flexible flap protect against the ingress of rain and cold draughts. The reflective material is a safety bonus, increasing visibility at dusk or in poor visibility conditions. The jacket combines weather protection with a sporty fit, making it ideal for road and gravel cyclists who want to stay dry and protected in all weathers.

The test results from the tour test

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With a score of 1.7 and a price of 155 euros, the Alé Elements is a value-for-money tip

Test summary of the Alé Elements

Conclusion: Although the material rustles audibly, it is comfortable against the skin. Both jackets fit very well when bent over, with a long back and well-fitting collar and sleeves. The Italian brand shows hardly any weaknesses: The material and seams are tight, and rain runs off reliably even after washing. The zip runs smoothly and can be operated with one hand. The sleeve cuffs and high collar offer effective protection; plenty of reflective material provides a certain safety bonus.


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Info & price of the Alé Elements

  • Price: 155 Euro
  • Weight 163 / 138 grams (size M / S)
  • Sizes2XS to 4XL (men and women)
  • Made inItaly
  • EquipmentStretch sleeves with flaps; reflective; long back
  • FitSize is normal; long cut; long sleeves and high collar

Matthias Borchers is an expert for clothing and accessories in the test department of TOUR. As an amateur cyclist, he has completed the TOUR-Transalp and the TOUR-Trans Austria. His reportage trips from San Francisco to Sakai and 17 trips to the Tour de France with around 30,000 motorhome kilometres are also formative.

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