The best way to stay comfortable on a cold ride is to wear layers that keep you warm and dry. Merino is an excellent fabric choice, as it regulates your body temperature and provides insulating warmth even when wet. Beyond apparel, good-quality optics are a must to keep your eyes protected from harsh winter elements and focused on the road.
Tifosi Rail Sunglasses
This summer, Tifosi Optics released the Rail Rimless Eyeshield, which offers maximum eye protection and increased airflow in a lightweight package. Ideal for cyclists but equally functional for other endurance pursuits, the Rail offers a lightweight package that maximizes protection, airflow, and all-day comfort.
Shields offer cyclists superior coverage but can be heavy to wear and restrict airflow to the face. These downsides can cause discomfort on longer rides and can make shields a burden to wear. By removing the rim from around the Rail’s polycarbonate lens, Tifosi not only shaves weight but breaks the airflow restricting the seal that a frame’s rim can create against the contours of a face. Weighing only 32g, the Rail offers riders 131mm X 59.5mm worth of eye protection and promotes anti-fogging ventilation.
In addition to rimless construction, the Rail features the same high-quality construction that fans of Tifosi Optics have come to expect – Grilamid TR-90 frames, adjustable nose and ear nose pieces for a customized fit, hydrophilic rubber nose and earpieces that improve grip as you sweat, and shatterproof, scratch-resistant polycarbonate lenses. Cyclists can choose between two separate lens combinations: An interchange model that includes lenses for bright, low, and no light scenarios, as well as Tifosi’s popular Fototec lens that adapts to changes in ambient light, making it a perfect option for mountain bikers.
- Grilamid TR-90 Frame is lightweight and durable for all-day comfort.
- Hydrophilic Rubber ear & nose pieces provide a no-slip grip; the more you sweat, the more they grip.
- Polycarbonate Lenses are shatterproof, scratch-resistant material.
- Adjustable Ear & Nose Pieces allow for a comfortable and customized fit.
- Available In Interchange And Fototec Models. 3-lens interchange models are equipped with lenses for bright, low, and no-light scenarios. Fototec lenses adapt on the fly to ambient light.
- Weight: 32g
- Fit: L-XL
No matter which lens or color combination riders choose – including the stylish Midnight Navy – the Rail costs a highly affordable $79.95.
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Ibex Woolies Tech Base Layers
These performance-driven, midweight base layers are 81% merino with a nylon core for durability. At only 180gsm, they maintain incredible warmth for their weight without overheating, especially during high aerobic activities in cool and cold conditions. They come in Long Sleeved Crew, Long Sleeved 1/4 zip, Boxers, and Bottoms.
- Why It’s Special:
- Merino base layer built to keep you warm and dry
- Baste stitch thumbholes for optional use
- Durable nylon Core Merino wool to endure wear and tear
- Good To Know:
- A merino wool base layer for all-day comfort.
- MSRP $79-$135
Click here to purchase the Woolies Long Sleeved Crew
Click here to purchase the Woolies Tech Bottoms
Click here to purchase the Woolies Tech Long Sleeved 1/4 Zip
Click here to purchase the Woolies Tech Boxer Brief
Ibex Wool Aire Hoodie
The Wool Aire Hoodie is an innovative ultralight puffy is filled with proprietary merino wool insulation and encased in a Bluesign-certified wind/water resistant shell. Versatile as a mid/outer layer, it’s lightweight, breathable, and moisture-wicking with an unbelievable warmth-to-weight ratio.
- Why It’s Special:
- Athletic fit with an elasticized hem, cuffs, and scuba hood
- Incredibly lightweight and stows into its own chest pocket
- Bluesign® certified face fabric is both wind and water-resistant
- Good To Know:
- This ultralight puffy is filled with proprietary merino wool insulation, keeping your body temperature regulated for peak performance.
- MSRP $285
The wind and water-resistant face fabric are completely PFC-free, with Bluesign Certified materials, Oeko-tex Certified dyes, and renewable raw materials for insulation. This piece is nearly weightless, weighing less than 10 ounces for a women’s medium. The key combines the 20 denier featherweight face fabric and our 80-gram proprietary insulating fill, made from premium merino wool.
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Ibex Woolies 2 Beanie
The Woolies 2 Beanie is a low-profile reversible cap that is moisture-wicking and breathable for layering under helmets. Double-layered, 100% merino provides warmth without overheating.
- Why It’s Special:
- 100% merino wool
- Form-fitting beanie with Art of Wool tag
- The reversible design means it can be worn two ways
- Good To Know:
- Double-layered reversible merino wool beanie provides warmth without overheating.
- MSRP $45
Pure performance merino wool engineered to keep you warm and dry in blustery conditions. Exceptionally warm and soft, our 100% Merino Interlock is double knit for added durability and structure, with the freedom of movement to take on anything.
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