I had the Sugoi crossover jacket that was a vest with a one-piece ‘cape’ structure that attached with magnets. Wanted to love it.
I’ve used lots of roadie wind vests (some with mesh backs, some solid) and when I’m riding in the cloud a weather proof piece is just so much better. Either over a long sleeve wool piece or a weather-resistant layer,
I do ride in the mountain shadow in a rain forest though so mileage, others, vary as always.
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Knickers! Swrve used to make them to last, in the USA, of medium-weight super durable soft shell materials. It’s insane how long mine have lasted and continue to be usable.
I wear knee pads most mountain bike rides now so my needs have changed some. But if there was a good option I’d refresh mine for sure. I’ve even looked at having some pants tailored (that I know clear knee pads).
March 7, 2022, 6:49 a.m. - Andrew Major
I had the Sugoi crossover jacket that was a vest with a one-piece ‘cape’ structure that attached with magnets. Wanted to love it. I’ve used lots of roadie wind vests (some with mesh backs, some solid) and when I’m riding in the cloud a weather proof piece is just so much better. Either over a long sleeve wool piece or a weather-resistant layer, I do ride in the mountain shadow in a rain forest though so mileage, others, vary as always. ——— Knickers! Swrve used to make them to last, in the USA, of medium-weight super durable soft shell materials. It’s insane how long mine have lasted and continue to be usable. I wear knee pads most mountain bike rides now so my needs have changed some. But if there was a good option I’d refresh mine for sure. I’ve even looked at having some pants tailored (that I know clear knee pads).