Clothing 101- recommendations

14-12-2020 11:05PM

Anyone use gaiters ? I'm not a fan of traditional overshoes for a few reasons so I've had a generic pair of gaiters for years which I've sewn new elastic on more times than I can remember but now find myself in possession of a gaiter singular having lost one over the week end

Any recommendations?

Was looking these https://www.deporvillage.net/vaude-bike-gaiter-short-black-overshoe?country=IE

Close to what I had but different material and I could do without velcro on something I want to last.

Wildly Boaring · 15-12-2020 08:27AM

Gaitors like those be no use to me.
Don't cover the vents under my shoe.

Mercian Pro · 15-12-2020 06:45PM

Wildly Boaring wrote: »

Gaitors like those be no use to me.
Don't cover the vents under my shoe.

Vents and the gaps around SPD cleats (not sure if Road cleats have gaps) need filling with blutack around this time of the year. In the unlikely event that my feet overheat sometime around May, I can always pick it out and replace it in the autumn.

dahat · 17-12-2020 04:02PM

Has anyone purchased the Galibier Senteneil Jersey?

Looking for a user review before I purchase, Im looking for something over a baselayer for early spring early Autumn.

dahat · 17-12-2020 09:40PM

Weepsie wrote: »

Looks like a Gabba/Perfetto/Orkaan/Parentini Vita etc but the light version of each.

I'd agree & at €80 it's not badly priced.

ironictoaster · 31-12-2020 09:23AM

dahat wrote: »

I'd agree & at €80 it's not badly priced.

Any recommendations for something to wear over thermal bib tights? My legs are still freezing

dahat · 31-12-2020 09:26AM

ironictoaster wrote: »

Any recommendations for something to wear over thermal bib tights? My legs are still freezing

I’d apply wintergreen lotion to your legs then wear tights, should keep the legs warm. On days like today I apply it for muscular warmth though be careful it doesn’t hit your bits!
Also increase your cadence on cold days to generate extra blood flow for warmth.

NIMAN · 31-12-2020 09:28AM

Could anyone recommend a pair of gloves for winter?

I bought a pair just before Xmas from Halfords and was out with kids on bikes yesterday for only maybe 45min and when I came back couldn't feel my fingertips!

https://www.halfords.com/cycling/cycling-clothing/cycling-gloves/halfords-essentials-fleece-gloves-282422.html

Don't want to spend a fortune but would I get a pair for £30 which would keep my hands warm?

CantGetNoSleep · 31-12-2020 10:11AM

Galibier Deep Winter gloves are in your price range and great for colder dry weather

LikeTheseOdds · 31-12-2020 03:41PM

I bought these a couple of days ago and I'm liking them! Your hands do get a bit damp from sweat as you heat up though. Hand them on today and worked well, given the weather!

https://www.360cycles.ie/altura-nightvision-windproof-glove-2020-black-yell.html#

nilhg · 31-12-2020 11:47PM

I think I said somewhere in this thread that we don't get enough cold weather in this country to really justify a Galibier Mistral Pro, well after this year's Festive 500 I take it back.....

Seven days out in it, one which had quite a long wait on the side of the road and I was never really uncomfortable, all with either just a good merino baselayer or a combination of a light s/s and light l/s baselayer underneath it.

Really a great bit of kit.

dinneenp · 01-01-2021 12:20AM

nilhg wrote: »

I think I said somewhere in this thread that we don't get enough cold weather in this country to really justify a Galibier Mistral Pro, well after this year's Festive 500 I take it back.....

Seven days out in it, one which had quite a long wait on the side of the road and I was never really uncomfortable, all with either just a good merino baselayer or a combination of a light s/s and light l/s baselayer underneath it.

Really a great bit of kit.

Has anyone figured out what's the difference between the Mistral Pro and non-pro version?

nilhg · 01-01-2021 08:11AM

dinneenp wrote: »

Has anyone figured out what's the difference between the Mistral Pro and non-pro version?

I only own the first generation of both but in short the Pro is slightly heavier, has a fleece lining and a second separate layer on the chest area, so two zips to close.

Pro is probably equivalent to the standard Mistral with an extra fleece roubaix l/s jersey underneath.

G1032 · 01-01-2021 09:08AM

nilhg wrote: »

I think I said somewhere in this thread that we don't get enough cold weather in this country to really justify a Galibier Mistral Pro, well after this year's Festive 500 I take it back.....

Seven days out in it, one which had quite a long wait on the side of the road and I was never really uncomfortable, all with either just a good merino baselayer or a combination of a light s/s and light l/s baselayer underneath it.

Really a great bit of kit.

Hear hear
A couple of weeks ago I was out in very cold wet weather and had my Gabba on. I never felt cold like it on the bike. I was shivering for the last 40 minutes home and breathing like you would if you just jumped into a cold sea. Got in home and into the shower with my gear on!! Coldish shower at first and gradually let it warm up.

I've worn my Mistral Pro every day I've been out since, with the exception of one mildish dry day, and I've stayed warm. I haven't come home in a lather of sweat either. It's just an amazing piece of kit. Highly recommended. A light baselayer is all I've needed with it. Also my hands and feet haven't gotten as cold this year as they normally might, presumably because my core is warmer with the Gabba.??

wheelo01 · 01-01-2021 05:52PM

dinneenp wrote: »

Has anyone figured out what's the difference between the Mistral Pro and non-pro version?

Along with what nilhg has said, the front of the pro is shorter, someone suggested that this is for racing as you would be on the drops more?
Also, I would suggest the tail is longer too.

The main difference is the weight/insulation advantages of the pro - it's for colder weather.

wheelo01 · 01-01-2021 05:53PM

ironictoaster wrote: »

Any recommendations for something to wear over thermal bib tights? My legs are still freezing

Possibly wear a base layer leggings??

ciara1052 · 01-01-2021 09:44PM

New-ish cyclist here, I haven't got cycling cleats/clip in shoes (yet...) so I usually cycle in old runners but my feet end up freezing on all my cycles... I've tried wearing ski socks and that hasn't really made a difference!

Would overshoes help? I thought they were just for stopping your feet from getting wet. I always wear loads of layers so my core is fine!

patrickc · 01-01-2021 09:54PM

ciara1052 wrote: »

New-ish cyclist here, I haven't got cycling cleats/clip in shoes (yet...) so I usually cycle in old runners but my feet end up freezing on all my cycles... I've tried wearing ski socks and that hasn't really made a difference!

Would overshoes help? I thought they were just for stopping your feet from getting wet. I always wear loads of layers so my core is fine!

Yes overshoes make a big difference to my feet temperature wise, well worth the investment.

Mercian Pro · 02-01-2021 11:21AM

ciara1052 wrote: »

New-ish cyclist here, I haven't got cycling cleats/clip in shoes (yet...) so I usually cycle in old runners but my feet end up freezing on all my cycles... I've tried wearing ski socks and that hasn't really made a difference!

Would overshoes help? I thought they were just for stopping your feet from getting wet. I always wear loads of layers so my core is fine!

Make sure they are winter (neoprene) ones and try marino socks as well.

LikeTheseOdds · 02-01-2021 03:29PM

Hi, just wondering does anyone have any recommendations for a brand / website that does regular fit long sleeve cycling jerseys?

I bought a bicycle line fiandre in M and while it fits its race fit and it's a bit tight for me tbh. Something a bit heavier too would be good as any colder than the 1st of Jan and i'd have been freezing. Cheers!

ironictoaster · 06-01-2021 05:10PM

Any recommendations for overshoes? Just back from a spin and the pair I got from decathlon are already starting to rip!

It was also an eternal struggle to get them zipped up to my chonky calves

cletus · 06-01-2021 05:33PM

ironictoaster wrote: »

Any recommendations for overshoes? Just back from a spin and the pair I got from decathlon are already starting to rip!

It was also an eternal struggle to get them zipped up to my chonky calves

Galibier Artic II overshoes. Check sizing carefully before you buy.

I find the zip a little tight to get started, but I think that's more to do with my shoes than the overshoes

ironictoaster · 06-01-2021 07:00PM

cletus wrote: »

Galibier Artic II overshoes. Check sizing carefully before you buy.

I find the zip a little tight to get started, but I think that's more to do with my shoes than the overshoes

Thanks I will keep an eye out for them, my size (L) is sold out!

marcofan · 06-01-2021 07:40PM

LikeTheseOdds wrote: »

Hi, just wondering does anyone have any recommendations for a brand / website that does regular fit long sleeve cycling jerseys?

I bought a bicycle line fiandre in M and while it fits its race fit and it's a bit tight for me tbh. Something a bit heavier too would be good as any colder than the 1st of Jan and i'd have been freezing. Cheers!

this may do the job for you fleece lining so will keep the nip out but not as heavy as a jacket, full disclosure I work for Verge so have a vested interest!!!

any questions let me know

http://shopirl.vergesport.com/category/jerseys/squadra-mens-jersey-azzura

Seth Brundle · 06-01-2021 09:38PM

marcofan wrote: »

this may do the job for you fleece lining so will keep the nip out but not as heavy as a jacket, full disclosure I work for Verge so have a vested interest!!!

any questions let me know

http://shopirl.vergesport.com/category/jerseys/squadra-mens-jersey-azzura

"Shipping time Shipping 26th Nov"
That's a long wait

marcofan · 07-01-2021 01:16PM

thanks for pointing that out, its updated now!

Mercian Pro · 07-01-2021 04:52PM

ironictoaster wrote: »

Thanks I will keep an eye out for them, my size (L) is sold out!

Looked up their website just now and all sizes are showing to be in stock. An alternative is the Barrier 3 but it's more designed for Mountain Biking.

Blanchy90 · 08-01-2021 12:30PM

I'm not looking to buy at the minute but curious what people are wearing on a turbo trainer in a shed / garage.

I have mine out in my unheated shed and I find I am overheating with a top on (even when its -2 haha) I tend to end up in my cycling shorts with no top but I can feel the cold getting into my kidneys which isn't great. I guess wearing my bib shorts will help with this but what are other people doing?

dahat · 08-01-2021 12:45PM

Blanchy90 wrote: »

I'm not looking to buy at the minute but curious what people are wearing on a turbo trainer in a shed / garage.

I have mine out in my unheated shed and I find I am overheating with a top on (even when its -2 haha) I tend to end up in my cycling shorts with no top but I can feel the cold getting into my kidneys which isn't great. I guess wearing my bib shorts will help with this but what are other people doing?

A summer baselayer?
Have you a fan?

I'd advise having a dry warm layer ready to pop on the minute a session is completed to avoid getting sick. I did simialr for 2 years while hammering the trainer in the shed.

Wildly Boaring · 08-01-2021 12:48PM

I'm out in the shed.
Same. Even minus 1 or 2 I feel the heat.

Shorts and a summer base layer or some sort technical running top. Basically the lightest tops I own.
Been down to just shorts a couple times. They are mainly bibs though.

Hoodie for the first 5 mins.

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