By Ed Pavelka HOT! warm hands throughout the 30s (0-4C) tall cuffs have elastic & straps to prevent air leaks lightweight, flexible, not bulky soft inner fleece wicks moisture NOT! not waterproof despite company claim cuff straps could be easier to use inconsistent warmth at 25 degrees (-4C) and below www.pearlizumi.com Price: $70 Source: website,…
By Ed Pavelka HOT! custom made durable construction coverage from chin to mid-butt 9 reasons wool is hot NOT! relatively heavy shouldn’t be machine dried www.joneswares.com Price: $76 Source: website Fabric: 100% Merino wool (270 g/m) Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL Colors: black How obtained: sample from company RBR advertiser: yes Tested: 15…
By Joshua Cohen HOT! low bulk finger dexterity windproof & waterproof comfortable wool liner long cuffs seal out cold NOT! no insulation against freezing temps can become damp inside no palm padding sizing runs small www.sealskinz.com Price: $35-$50 Source: website, camping/boating stores, catalogs Color: black Materials: inner: Merino wool, laminated Porelle P540 membrane; outer: acrylic/Elastane,…
By Mike Dayton HOT! double-knit fabric resists wind and rain wool’s warmth and wickability large, no-sagrear pockets no-risk warranty made in USA NOT! jersey must be shrunk before it fits hand-washing highly recommended darkcolors are less visible on the road www.wabiwoolens.com Price: $140 Source: website, Oregon bike shops Colors: sandstone red, eggplant, espresso Features: interlock…
By Coach Fred Matheny HOT! secure grip on handlebar effective palm padding no interference with STI shifters NOT! no section for wiping nose warm only to freezing point not water repellent sizing runs small www.spencocycling.com Price: $40 Model: MTB-CS Source: website, bike shops, catalogs Color: gray/black Features: anatomically pre-curved; fleece lined; silicone gripper dots; neoprene…
