Category: Apparel

  • Just In – Skida Headwear

    Skida makes all of their apparel products in Vermont, and they produce knit hats, beanie styled hats, headbands, neckwear, and scarves. They come in a slew of styles, colors, and patterns in Men’s, Women’s and Kids sizing. I am testing their Nordic Hat which retails for $30, the Nordic Headband at $16, and the Neckwarmer…

  • Just In – Pearl Izumi X-Project PRO Shoes, Launch Shorts and Summit Gloves

    For 2017 Pearl Izumi has redesigned their X-Project shoe lineup which has a new sole with improved stiffness and walkability, they upgraded their Launch short and Summit gloves and added a new Cargo Base layer with an extended back. X-Project P.R.O. Their top of line X-Project mountain bike got a redesigned and reengineered sole that…

  • New Products – DZR Minna LTD Shoes, Showers Pass SS Henley Baselayer and Adidas Zonyk Pro Sunglasses

    DZR has the two new Limited Edition shoes the Minna Mist and Minna Cadet, while Showers Pass is releasing the short sleeve Bamboo-Merino Henley base layer shirt, and Adidas has their Zonyk Pro Sunglasses in new colorways and LST/VARiO lenses. DZR Minna LTD Shoes DZR Shoes, known for their innovative line of unique urban cycling footwear, introduces…

  • The MTB Lab Best of 2016 – Protection and Apparel

    My Best of 2016 for safety and protection while bike riding is the Bell Super 3R helmet with a removable and protective chin bar and comfortable Slytech ElbowPro/KneePro NoShock XT Lite soft armor. For apparel my faves for 2016 are the warm Pearl Izumi Launch Thermal Jersey and their P.R.O. AmFIB Super Glove. Others Best…

  • 2016 Gift Ideas for Cyclists – Stocking Stuffers

    Here a slew of excellent affordable and small stocking stuffers for the holidays. Including Action Wipes sanitizing wipes, Chamois Butt’r products, 15-serving GU Energy Gel packs, G-SAVR GPS Tether, Bar Fly 4 Max GPS mount, Bottle Bright hydration cleaner, TIMBER bike bell, and for your dog the Eddy Bowl and Release N Run Leash Collar.…

  • The Weatherneck System Kickstarter Campaign

      Brian Davis, Creator of Fix It Sticks, to Launch “The Weatherneck System” with the New “Mullet Hat” on Kickstarter. The Weatherneck System functions as a tactical breakaway balaclava for active outdoor enthusiasts. Using the new Mullet Hat and the Weatherneck facemask, the two pieces magnetize together functioning as The Weatherneck System. APPLETON, Wis. –…

  • 2016 Interbike – Pearl Izumi

    For 2017 Pearl Izumi has redesigned their X-Project shoe lineup which has a new sole with improved stiffness and walkability, they upgraded their Launch short and Summit gloves and added a new Cargo Base layer with an extended back. X-Project P.R.O. Their top of line X-Project mountain bike got a redesigned and reengineered sole that…

  • Interbike 2016 – Leatt and Bollé

    Leatt Leatt had some innovative new helmets on display, including the 3.0 Enduro helmet with a detachable chin guard, the upgraded 5.0 DBX Composite V12, and 6.0 Carbon V23 full faced helmets. Their apparel lineup includes four jerseys (DBX 5.0 All Mountain, 4.0 Ultraweld, 3.0 Short, 2.0 Short), three shorts (DBX 5.0, 4.0, 3.0), and…

  • News – O2 Rainwear Element Series, Slap Bag, and Tuff Truck Bag

    O2 Rainwear Expands its Product Line I have been a big fan of O2 Rainwear and used their Nokomis Jacket and Pants many years ago and can vouch for their usability and toughness. The new lightweight Element Series series is comprised of a Hooded Jacket ($36), a Jacket ($36), and Pants ($26) and they have an excellent price…

  • Pearl Izumi Divide Shorts and Summit Jersey

    The Divide shorts are comfy and plush with an ideal amount of bagginess and a relaxed fit while the Summit jersey is a high-tech T-shirt with a simple design. Pearl Izumi have always been at the forefront of biking apparel and have used high-tech fabrics and cycling based features and designs that have an extra…

  • The Weatherneck Face Shield – Kickstarter Campaign

    The Weatherneck Face Shield – Kickstarter Campaign

    The Weatherneck-An Updated Bandana for Outdoor Adventures The Weatherneck utilizes powerful magnets and technical fabrics to offer a face shield/neck cuff that adjusts to your environment. The Weatherneck is a modern bandana that is quick, quiet, clean and comfortable. It is designed specifically for demanding performance outdoors. It combines technical features and field-tested designs to…