By Coach Fred Matheny HOT! Extremely versatile garment 3 roomy, easily accessible pockets Blocks wind on chest Stuffs in jersey pocket NOT! Low visibility black back www.boure.com Price: $140.00 Source: Company website How obtained: purchased Colors: Yellow, blue, red (tested) Material: Supplex front and yoke; Thermoroubaix fleece lycra lining Sizes: XS to XXL Comfort range: 25 to 55…
By John Marsh, Editor & Publisher HOT! High quality technical fabric Form-fitting and comfortable Warm and surprisingly wind-resistant Tights have large, comfortable chamois Reflective material in strategic spots Great option vs. several layers NOT! Steep price for super-premium quality No zippered legs make tights hard to put on Lack of colors may be off-putting www.skins.net…
By Paul Smith HOT! Aerodynamic fit Packs down surprisingly small High wind and waterproof characteristics NOT! Potentially too snug (might be best to order a size up) No rear pockets Pearl Izumi Cost: $150 How obtained: review sample RBR sponsor: No Time tested: 4 months Tech specs: Body 100% polyester woven twill 10k/30k 2.5…
Question: I started riding last spring at the age of 43, and I love it! But now the weather has turned rainy. I return from rides soaked, and my bike is a mess. Is there a solution? It’s a pain to clean the bike after every ride. — Sam J. RBR Replies: The solution is…
Question: It’s so cold that I have to ride with mittens instead of gloves. It’s nearly impossible to work my brake/shift levers because there’s no separation between my fingers. The mitten material jams between the brake lever and the smaller shift lever. Any solutions? — Amy P. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: Shifting in cold weather was easiest…
