Key Takeaway: Gorewear closes permanently on March 31, 2026 after 40 years. Remaining road cycling apparel is 50-75% off. No restocks. Warranties honored post-closure. This is the last opportunity to buy new Gorewear at any price.

The Final Chapter for Road Cycling's Best Technical Apparel

W. L. Gore & Associates confirmed in late 2025 that Gorewear -- the brand that defined premium cycling outerwear for four decades -- would exit the market permanently. The final order deadline is March 31, 2026. That is four days away.

For road cyclists, this is significant. Gorewear's SHAKEDRY technology created the lightest, most breathable waterproof jackets in cycling. Their WINDSTOPPER line set the standard for shoulder-season riding. And their bib shorts competed with Assos and Castelli at the highest level. All of it is now available at liquidation pricing.

Best Road Cycling Picks at Closeout Pricing

Rain Protection -- The Category Gorewear Defined

If you buy one thing from the Gorewear closeout, make it a SHAKEDRY jacket. No other brand has replicated this technology -- a membrane that beads water on the outside without a face fabric, creating a jacket that weighs under 100 grams and never saturates. At 50-75% off, you are getting the best rain jacket in cycling at the price of a mid-range shell.

  • C7 GORE-TEX SHAKEDRY Jacket -- The gold standard. Under 100g. Zero saturation.
  • C5 GORE-TEX Active Jacket -- More versatile, slightly heavier, equally waterproof.
  • Endure Jacket -- Built for sustained rain. Longer cut, more coverage.

Wind Layers for Spring and Autumn Riding

The 40-55°F window where you need wind protection but not waterproofing is where WINDSTOPPER excels. These pieces turn a miserable spring ride into a comfortable one.

  • C5 GORE WINDSTOPPER Jersey -- Blocks wind on the front, breathes on the back.
  • C5 GORE WINDSTOPPER Vest -- The most versatile piece in any road cyclist's wardrobe.
  • WINDSTOPPER Base Layer -- Transforms cold-weather comfort.

Bib Shorts for Long-Distance Riding

Gorewear's C7 Long Distance bibs were designed for century rides and multi-day events. The chamois is optimized for 4+ hour efforts. At closeout pricing, serious road cyclists should consider buying two pairs.

  • C7 Long Distance Bib Shorts+ -- Designed for all-day rides.
  • C5 Optiline Bib Shorts+ -- Race-fit with premium chamois.

Warranty and Gore-Tex After Closure

Gorewear has confirmed that Gore-Tex product warranties remain valid after the brand closes. Gore-Tex fabric technology continues through licensing to Castelli, Rapha, and other brands. The fabric lives on. Only the Gorewear brand name disappears.

Sizing for Road Cyclists

Gorewear uses European race-fit sizing. If you ride in Castelli, Sportful, or Assos, your Gorewear size should match. Riders coming from American brands like Bontrager or Pearl iZUMi should size up. With no restocks, returns are final -- confirm your size before ordering.

Where to Find the Best Deals

The deepest discounts are on gorewear.com under their "Final Mile" sitewide clearance. Competitive Cyclist, Backcountry, and select European retailers are also clearing remaining stock. Check velo.bargains/deals for current Gorewear listings.

The Bottom Line

Gorewear made the best waterproof cycling jackets ever produced. That is not nostalgia -- it is a technical fact that no competitor has matched. The SHAKEDRY membrane, the WINDSTOPPER line, the precision-cut bibs -- all of it disappears in four days.

At 50-75% off, this is not just a good deal. It is the last deal. Ever.

Prices and availability accurate as of March 27, 2026. Gorewear.com accepts final orders through March 31, 2026.