In the world of bike apparel, we’ve seen quite a few larger outerwear brands branch into the cycling market. It’s relatively rare, however, for cycling apparel brands to broaden their scope and diversify their product offerings to include other sports and activities. But that’s exactly what 7Mesh is doing with its new Guardian Collection of outerwear.
7Mesh was founded by former Arc’teryx designers and has been producing some of the highest-quality technical cycling apparel for over a decade. The Squamish, BC-based brand is now leveraging its design, materials, and technical expertise with its new Guardian Collection. The team at 7Mesh intends this new range of lightweight and technically advanced outerwear to be incredibly versatile and “perform across a wide range of outdoor pursuits for the modern explorer.”
Like many who live in mountain towns, the team at 7Mesh is full of multi-sport athletes, and the Guardian Collection is inspired by the rugged coastal mountain where the brand is based. When winter comes, their bikes often lie dormant while they trail run, backcountry ski, climb, or tick off mountaineering objectives. According to 7Mesh’s President and Co-Founder, Tyler Jordan, “The Guardian Collection empowers the modern adventurer with a ‘go anywhere, do anything’ mindset — light, durable, packable, and versatile. If you can dream it, we want Guardian to be there with you.”
7Mesh Guardian Collection
According to 7Mesh, “The Guardian Collection sets a new benchmark in the category of ultralight technical shells, combining best-in-class weight — notably with the featherlight Guardian Air, at 200g — with the durability and sustainability of next-generation Gore-Tex ePE fabric. Designed for dynamic, high-output movement across multiple disciplines, the collection goes beyond traditional rain protection with a thoughtful feature set that includes advanced articulation, stretch, helmet-compatible hoods, and intuitive storage systems. While many ultralight shells compromise on performance or versatility, Guardian delivers both — raising the bar for what modern multisport outerwear can and should be.”
At present, the Guardian Collection consists of three pieces, all of which are intended to provide lightweight weather protection across a wide range of activities. Constructed using Gore-Tex’s new ePE fabric, these pieces aim to provide the highest level of weather protection with less environmental impact. As such, all of the Guardian garments are completely PFAS-free and Bluesign and Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified. The Guardian Air Jacket, Guardian Apex Jacket, and Guardian Apex Pants are available for men and women.
Guardian Air Jacket: $500 USD, $600 CAD
The new Guardian Air Jacket is “Featherlight, fully waterproof protection for high-output Adventures. Designed for fast-moving athletes who demand lightweight packability without sacrificing storm-grade protection. The Guardian Air is ideal for alpine bikers, trail runners, ski tourers, and anyone chasing vertical in uncertain weather.”
Features:
- Weight: 200g (Men’s) | 180g (Women’s)
- Ultra-packable Gore-Tex ePE 3L shell (15d Ripstop)
- 360° articulated patterning for natural mobility
- CrossPull helmet-compatible hood with stowaway snap
- Industry-first 10mm seam tape for lower bulk
- StashSystem
- Internal dump pocket
- Two-way front zip for flexible venting
- Glove-friendly cuffs and harness-friendly pockets
Guardian Apex Jacket: $600 USD, $750 CAD
According to 7Mesh, the Guardian Apex jacket is “Alpine-grade outerwear for multisport movement. Built for adventurers who blur the lines between disciplines, the Guardian Apex Jacket and Pant deliver freedom, comfort, and durability whether you’re hiking a ridgeline, pedaling through rain, or scrambling up a crag.”
Both jacket and pants are built with 40D recycled high-tenacity nylon.
Features:
- Weight: 310g (Men’s) | 280g (Women’s)
- 360° articulated patterning for natural mobility
- Helmet-compatible CrossPull™ hood with stowaway snap
- StashSystem™ for low-profile carry
- Heat-dumping underarm vents
- Glove-friendly cuff and harness-friendly pockets
- Two-way front zip for flexible venting
Guardian Apex Pant: $400 USD, $550 CAD
Features:
- Weight: 250g (Men’s) | 225g (Women’s)
- New articulated patterning for multi-sport
- Articulated fit with abrasion-resistant seat and instep
- Integrated belt with adjustable waist
- Double zip cuff allows cinching or expansion for boots and fully opens for easy on/off
7Mesh Guardian Collection: Availability
The new Guardian Collection is available now directly through the 7Mesh website. You can learn more about the jackets, pants, and the brand through the link below.
