T-Bob Posted May 21, 2012 Share So what would be the choice for winter riding in SA be? I'm guessing a nice soft shell style / windstopper with a single layer under? I know there will be a lot hubbers who will go for Assos with out a doubt but I'm interested in the rest. We know the Assos are top notch but the prices are through the roof. I've had the Giordana Silverline & Castelli and think it's a great jacket but there are all the rest like Endura, Craft, Lusso, Pearl Izz, Polaris, Biemme and the like. Just wondering what positive (or not so positive) experiences people have had. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
'Dale Posted May 21, 2012 Share A good base layer is important. Also, get a proper rain jacket and do not substitute this with a wind breaker / jammer. It's not the same. mikkelz and Danger Dassie 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grondpad Posted May 21, 2012 Share I went the whole winter last year with only arm warmers and a wind jammer. In the past I used to wear a lot more but after 5min on the bike it just gets to hot so I stick with one the arm wamers and the Capestorm wind jammer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-Bob Posted May 21, 2012 Share A good base layer is important. Also, get a proper rain jacket and do not substitute this with a wind breaker / jammer. It's not the same. LIke a shell type... a thin, packable rain jacket? I usually run with my burton snowboarding 1st layering system as they are super effective and never left me down on (of off) the slopes or on the saddle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disylizzy Posted May 21, 2012 Share I have a couple Pearl Izumi Elite Barrier Convertible jackets and a Louis Garneau one similair to the PI, and so far it's been sufficiently warm. And I get cold very easily. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-Bob Posted May 21, 2012 Share I have a couple Pearl Izumi Elite Barrier Convertible jackets and a Louis Garneau one similair to the PI, and so far it's been sufficiently warm. And I get cold very easily. Are the Elite Barriers insulated (aka furry) or is it more of a shell. I found one for about R500 but the description is pretty vague and could really work out the use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Saint Posted May 21, 2012 Share Etxeondo - about as thin as your shirt but nothing gets in warm and toasty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disylizzy Posted May 21, 2012 Share Are the Elite Barriers insulated (aka furry) or is it more of a shell. I found one for about R500 but the description is pretty vague and could really work out the use. It's a shell, and you can remove the arms. If it's really cold I wear a long sleeve cycling shirt under it. And if you start getting too toasty then you just remove the sleeves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disylizzy Posted May 21, 2012 Share Oh, go to www.performancebike.com they have good descriptions of the different types of jackets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLACKvoodoo Posted May 21, 2012 Share I find second skins work quite well for the cold but not rain of coarse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bram_on_Madone Posted May 21, 2012 Share If you're getting cold, try pedaling harder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spinnekop Posted May 21, 2012 Share I would LOVE to get my hands on Assos but alas..... Riding with a Rudy Project jacket works well. They don't have stock anymore though.Will be looking at other options this winter.... I HATE the cold! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steady Spin Posted April 20, 2021 Share I'm a little bit of a princess when it comes to winter. I much prefer it to summer riding though but still. I get cold really easy. For example on Saturday I was riding with two long sleeve tops and I was just about comfy in 19 degree weather. So for this coming winter (I suspect a slightly cold one) I was thinking of adding https://gravelandtour.co.za/product/core-merino-mens-waterproof-soft-shell-jacket/ Has anyone used this before? It will be on and off the bike though. Gauteng is a dry cold though so I have no idea what to get. lechatnoir 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TNT1 Posted April 20, 2021 Share Anatomic Pac-me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fat Boab Posted April 20, 2021 Share Endura Xtract roubaix l/s jersey is very good. Cycle lab used to stock. Base Layer, Endura and perhaps a gilet and the cradle is a happier place in winter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted April 20, 2021 Share 19°C is short sleeve weather #justsaying For the days when the temperature starts off at (above) 7-12°C and gets up to mid-teens I prefer to wear thermal sleeves (Anatomic work for me), with a vest, shirt and gilet. Long finger gloves for the start and then I remove them if it gets toasty. If it’s 7-14°C for most of the morning, I use a combination of thermal sleeves and a long shirt with long finger gloves. Below 7°C I have a jacket from Bicycleline that is good enough for -5°C and warmer. Then I’ll usually wear thermal leggings too. Underachiever and TNT1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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