By Bill Langston HOT! Fit, feel and finish that looks made to last many seasons Lower density while still comfortable on 30-40 degree rides NOT! $150-100 is a steep price to pay for an accessory No touch-screen-compatible fingertips www.assos.com Price: $97-149 Source: online and retail Sizes: XS-XLG (L tested)Colors: BlackHow obtained: purchased at LBS RBR…
By Coach Fred Matheny HOT! lightweight but heavy duty generous sleeve length armpit and back vents visible color and reflective stripes doesn’t rustle in the wind NOT! can get sweaty inside balky front zipper makes one-hand venting difficult no drop-down tail www.showerspass.com Price: $179 Source: website, bike shops, mailorder catalogs Color: goldenrod Sizes: S-XXL, inc….
By Mike Dayton HOT! natural fiber, not synthetic insulates well wicks sweat to keep skin drier doesn’t retain body odor machine washable NOT! takes on a “relaxed fit” after repeated wearing can feel too warm if temperature rises www.joneswares.com Price: $68 Source: website Sizes: unisex XS, S, M, L, XL Colors: gray, black, red How…
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 Mike Dayton HOT! natural fiber, not synthetic insulates well wicks sweat to keep skin drier doesn’t retain body odor machine washable NOT! takes on a “relaxed fit” after repeated wearing can feel too warm if temperature rises www.boure.com Price: $69 Source: website Sizes: M, L Color: charcoal How obtained: sample from company RBR advertiser: …
