PEARL iZUMi, a leader in cycling apparel and footwear, is excited to partner with Looptworks. This sustainability-driven upcycling company turns excess material into limited edition goods. Upcycling conserves water, reduces carbon emissions, and reduces unnecessary waste by using what already exists. Looptworks is in direct alignment with PEARL iZUMi’s core values of trust, empathy, craft, and a plus 1 mindset to continually strive to go that extra step to limit the impact that product development has on the environment. The limited-edition collection will feature 5 all-new cycling-specific carry items upcycled from PEARL iZUMi excess jacket materials. The collection includes a ride wallet, seat bag, convertible handlebar bag/hip pack, stand-alone hip pack, and a duffle bag.
“We were excited when Pearl Izumi reached out to us to collaborate on reuse for their high-quality excess jacket materials. This collaboration exemplifies the shared values between Looptworks and Pearl Izumi of diverting excess textiles from landfills and conserving natural resources”, said Ron Hawk, Director of Partnerships for Looptworks.
“Our Looptworks collaboration reflects our commitment to reducing our impact as a performance gear brand. Upcycling is putting would-be waste back into the value stream as goods that have their own useful life. That is where Looptworks comes in; Upcycling is their specialty. Their mission and the types of projects they have done inspired us and motivated us to work with them in this capacity. The materials we upcycled for the bag collection came from some older lightweight Barrier jackets. Not only are we excited by the bag collection itself, but the very idea that you can use materials like this for such different purposes, blocking wind on your body vs carrying your kit on your body or on the bike, is so interesting to us. We worked with Looptworks to put together some thoughtful bags that every bike rider needs, but the idea behind them is what we think you’ll find most inspiring,” said Jason Fryda, Merchandise Director
The Upcycle Ride Wallet ($30) can store personal items, including a smartphone, credit card, and car keys. The Ride Wallet can also serve as an option to store a flat kit, with enough space for a tube, CO2, and tire levers. The dimensions are 7” x 3.5” x 1.5” and fit perfectly in a cycling jersey pocket.
- Fits in a jersey pocket, so you have everything you need on every ride
- Wide zipper opening for easy access
- 3 interior pockets for organization
- Limited Edition: Only 350 produced
- Dimensions: 7.5” L x 4” W x 1.5” D
- Volume: .7L
The Upcycle Seat Bag ($35) fits securely under the saddle and seat post and is a sustainable storage solution for a tube, CO2, tire levers, and emergency cash. The seat bag dimensions are 5.5” x 3” x 2.5.
- “Wide saddle rail strap and seatpost strap for stability while riding
- Wide zippered opening for easy access to contents
- Wide internal mesh organizer pocket
- Limited Edition: Only 350 produced
- Dimensions: 5” L x 3.5” W x 2.5” D
- Volume: .4L
The Upcycle Handlebar Bag ($60) is a versatile option for on, and off-bike storage needs when traveling or running errands.
The Upcycle Handlebar Bag can also be worn as a Hip Pack. The multi-use bag features an adjustable and removable webbing belt, a front zip pocket, side slip mesh pockets on each side, and a mesh storage option in the bag’s interior.
- Three-point bike attachment and bag structure hold contents without bouncing.
- Top carry handle
- Included removable waist strap for off-bike carrying at your destination
- Zippered main compartment with 4 interior drop pockets for organization
- 1 exterior zippered pocket
- 2 side drop pockets for items you want close at hand
- Limited Edition: Only 350 produced
- Dimensions: 11” L x 7” W x 2” D
- Volume: 1.7L
The Upcycle Hip Pack ($45) sits comfortably on the rider’s hips and can be used to store various items such as a flat kit, smartphone, wind jacket, and snacks.
The pack features an adjustable waistband, double side quick-release buckle, internal mesh pockets, internal slip pockets, an external carry strap, a front zip pocket, and a secure main storage zip closure. The dimensions of the hip pack are 9.5”x5.5”x2.5”.
- “Padded mesh back panel and hip wings for breathable comfort when loaded
- Top carry handle
- Wide waistband for carrying comfort
- Zippered main compartment with 4 interior drop pockets for organization 1 exterior zippered pocket for items you want close at hand
- Limited Edition: Only 350 produced
- Dimensions: 11” L x 7” W x 2” D
- Volume: 1.7L
Rounding out the limited-edition collection, the Upcyle Duffel ($65) fits everything a rider needs for a day ride.
The duffel can easily fit riding shoes, knee pads, gloves, and a change of clothes. Features of the duffel include two internal pocket bags, two external side zip pockets, a front zip pocket, webbing handles, and an internal zip pocket. The dimension of the duffel is 32” x 15” x 13”.
- The structured duffel stands up, and U shaped zipper opening for easy access
- Side zippered shoe pocket keeps dirty footwear away from clean clothes
- Side zippered dirty clothes pocket keeps after ride kit away from your other stuff
- 2 interior drop pockets for accessories organization
- 1 interior zippered pocket for valuables
- 1 exterior zippered pocket for items you want close at hand
- Limited Edition: Only 350 produced
- Dimensions: 20” L x 12” W x 11” D
- Volume: 43L
For more information, visit pearlizumi.com.
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