cold weather gear
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From: TOAK western branch
Here is the best thing for stopping the wind and rain for your lower half and they are insulated. Ive worn then down to 30deg and was warm and toasty.
http://www.duluthtrading.com/store/m...lls/32519.aspx
http://www.duluthtrading.com/store/m...lls/32519.aspx
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From: PNW
This guy gets it, the wind must be stopped.
I am a small guy (no padding) and get cold fairly quick, so once below 60, I must dress differently.You can drop a pile on heated gear, full leathers, but that can get real pricey.
Layering is the key for me. I layer UA fitted all-season gear over UA compression cold gear (size up on compression), my under clothes body armor, then a bad *** Gore Windstopper Hoody.
Gore Windstopper is the way to go, like a brick wall...
http://www.dogfunk.com/burton-ak-bli...ce-jacket-mens
I am a small guy (no padding) and get cold fairly quick, so once below 60, I must dress differently.You can drop a pile on heated gear, full leathers, but that can get real pricey.
Layering is the key for me. I layer UA fitted all-season gear over UA compression cold gear (size up on compression), my under clothes body armor, then a bad *** Gore Windstopper Hoody.
Gore Windstopper is the way to go, like a brick wall...
http://www.dogfunk.com/burton-ak-bli...ce-jacket-mens
+1 on Gore Windstopper. That ****'s amazing. No bulk. No wind through at all.
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From: Aussie lost in Switzerland
I rode an hour and half in +3 deg C this morning and was toasty with the exception of my fingers and toes...
On top I was wearing a Tshirt, a quality woollen pullover and my leather jacket. The jacket for me is the key. It is quilt lined, (therefore adds another layer i guess), REALLY good quality leather and NOTHING gets through it as it was made properly in the UK and not off some cruddy asian production line.
Lower half was woolen thermals and a good quality pair of leather jeans. My fingers and toes are usually toasty cause i stuff though warmer packets in my gloves and boots. The same sort skiers use. Didnt this morning cause I ran out of them.
if anyone was wondering, my jacket is made by Davida, A UK firm that specializes in simple classic design leather Bike gear that just works. Check 'em out.
On top I was wearing a Tshirt, a quality woollen pullover and my leather jacket. The jacket for me is the key. It is quilt lined, (therefore adds another layer i guess), REALLY good quality leather and NOTHING gets through it as it was made properly in the UK and not off some cruddy asian production line.
Lower half was woolen thermals and a good quality pair of leather jeans. My fingers and toes are usually toasty cause i stuff though warmer packets in my gloves and boots. The same sort skiers use. Didnt this morning cause I ran out of them.
if anyone was wondering, my jacket is made by Davida, A UK firm that specializes in simple classic design leather Bike gear that just works. Check 'em out.
Planet Knox Cold Killers.
They insulate but more importantly block the wind. Last week I rode out in 29 Degrees and had a great ride. With the underliners my Gauntlet gloves did a great job. A little chill in the hands but not bad for an hour and half at mostly highway speeds in those temps. As for the legs I had their long Jons on under jeans and no chaps and none needed. They did the Job. I also wore their top with a North Face fleece and my Lost Worlds Leather. No wind came through and I actually got too hot.
Expensive yes, but the signgle best cold weather gear I have ever owned.
They insulate but more importantly block the wind. Last week I rode out in 29 Degrees and had a great ride. With the underliners my Gauntlet gloves did a great job. A little chill in the hands but not bad for an hour and half at mostly highway speeds in those temps. As for the legs I had their long Jons on under jeans and no chaps and none needed. They did the Job. I also wore their top with a North Face fleece and my Lost Worlds Leather. No wind came through and I actually got too hot.
Expensive yes, but the signgle best cold weather gear I have ever owned.
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From: Salt Lake City, UT
I lucked out a few weeks ago at the local BMW dealer...I scored a BMW CoverAll onesie for $200! (retail is $750) They claim it is waterproof, windproof and breathable. I decided to check it out for myself last weekend...around 41 degrees with light rain falling. All I wore was jeans, a long-sleeve T, a thin windproof fleece and "The Suit." It is definitely windproof...almost too much. I got a little warm...that could be the breathability as well? Waterproofing was good. It was a light rain, so I came home and got in the shower for a couple of minutes. Held up great! Could not be happier with this purchase!
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