Mens and womens soft shell gilets are great for jogging, running, cycling or just as an extra layer. They are lightweight and flexible and the best of the bunch is the Vega softshell gilet made from 3-layer softshell fabric with breathable membrane and bonded microfleece lining is water resistant to 5000mm. The Vega softshell for men and ladies raises the bar for bodywarmers offering warmth coupled with freedom of movement. It is washable and drys quickly, perfect for activity holidays. We also have a mens all-purpose, 3 layer, super warm, high stretch soft shell bodywarmer that offers superb comfort, versatility and good practical detailing, and also works well with your other outdoor layers. It has 2 side pocket s and a useful chest zip. The inner layer is a soft micro fleece and It comes in the classic colours of navy, black and green. Many women prefer to wear a soft shell gilet as they are less bulky than a padded gilet but still offer an insulating layer. The soft shell gilet for ladies is also a more feminine fit and therefore looks more stylish. The Vega soft shell gilet for ladies comes in navy and black as well as red and bright blue which can be seen more easily and lift the spirits!, I think the soft shell is a great alternative to the soft fleece gilet as it somehow seems to be more robust and therefore more suitable for sports. The fact that it is water resistant means that you don't get completely wet if you get caught in a shower when out jogging. Mind you, we have a mens soft shell jacket with detachable zip - off sleeves, so you can have 2 garments in one - this could be very useful if you are a runner.