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Try the winter range from CRAFT... some good stuff

the log bibs are double layered so would need to be drenched to soak through

 

Above all else, try to keep your head & neck warm/dry

 

 

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Been caught out more than once in the rain - you need to keep your hands, feet and core dry.

 

I see everyone here is recommending the Gabba jersey - there are other manufacturers internationally.  I have a pearl izumi elite barrier convertible jacket.  Whats nice about it is that since it's a convertible jacket it's breathable and you don't end up cooking in the jacket when temps are slightly warmer.

 

I know you say you're clued up on cold weather riding, but for those that aren't this is a pretty nifty guideline to follow:

http://learn.performancebike.com/bikes/advice/how-to-guides/cycling-clothing/dressing-for-the-season-essential-cycling-layering-tips

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You getting soft over there now, my chomma? :whistling:

 

Nope not at all.  In SA I was like a cat.  If it rained I didn't get on the bike.  Now I want to go out especially with the MTB coming up.  The guys think cold as it is winter there.  I am more worried about the wet and being exposed to the conditions for longer times

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Bicyclegear.co.za has got a whole range of Vermarc Winter Apparel in stock. If it is Belgian you know it will be great quality, wind and water resistant...

 

Check out the special we are running on winter rain/windjammers...

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Sportful "NoRain" Nanotechnology. Rolled with that in Norway and finished bone dry. Don't go anywhere near Nalini.

 

But Gabba is my current protection of choice. Can't go wrong.

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I recently invested in a Gortex Specialized jacket. Breathable, wind proof and water proof - the business!!

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Bicyclegear.co.za has got a whole range of Vermarc Winter Apparel in stock. If it is Belgian you know it will be great quality, wind and water resistant...

 

Check out the special we are running on winter rain/windjammers...

I swear by my Vermarc waterproof jacket. The seams are sealed and it is 100 % waterproof, even after hours out there in the rain. It works extremely well in especially cold an wet weather as an outer shell to layer over polypropylene thermals or just a jersey.

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Try the winter range from CRAFT... some good stuff

the log bibs are double layered so would need to be drenched to soak through

 

Above all else, try to keep your head & neck warm/dry

Hi everyone! My first post here - any recommendations as to who has the best range of Craft winter apparel? Been searching high and low this weekend for a jacket to use whilst mtb'ing as well as commuting. Cheers

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For keeping your legs dry, try rainlegs. Look at rainlegs.com.

 

We use this when commuting and also on our tours. Works really well.

 

For upper body, under armour compression top with a few extra layers and a goretex jacket. Even though they all claim the jackets are breathable, you still get a sweat build up underneath. Not much you can do about that.

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For rainy weather, our clients love these two fully waterproof jackets:

 

1. Tenn Waterproof Cycling Jacket - Hi-Viz (R450)

 

http://www.sportsworld.co.za/img/p/654-2835-large.jpg

http://www.sportsworld.co.za/img/p/654-1710-large.jpg

 

2. Tenn Waterproof Cycling Jacket - Black (R950)

 

http://www.sportsworld.co.za/img/p/1033-2565-large.jpg

 

http://www.sportsworld.co.za/img/p/1033-2566-large.jpg

 

They're from the UK, but you might find something similar in Germany.

 

www.SPORTSWORLD.co.za

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