2015 Holiday Gift Guide: Ultimate cold weather gear and apparel
Don’t let Old Man Winter or Jack Frost take a nip out of your gift getter’s winter riding season. Instead help outfit them with gear and apparel that will make the next snow day a great day on the bike.
Bontrager Gnarwhal Fat Bike Tire
When bite and traction matter above all else, the 3.8” Bontrager Gnarwhal tire will keep you rolling through the roughest terrain and deepest snow. Tubeless ready construction means easy tubeless setup and puncture protection, while a unique Inner Strength casing provides lightweight sidewall protection that’s supple and strong. They’re also stud ready for truly arctic adventures. Price: $120 ($225 with studs) | More info at www.trekbikes.com
Pearl Izumi P.R.O. AmFIB Super Glove
When the temperature hovers between frosty and frost bite, you need a super pair of gloves. The Pearl Izumi P.R.O. AmFIB Super Glove is just the ticket. Whether battling wintertime chill on a fatbike in Minnesota, or tackling a frigid Colorado cyclocross race, these hand warmers are up to the task. The combination of a P.R.O. Softshell outer, waterproof Outdry lining, and 170g Primaloft Gold insulation make this Pearl Izumi’s warmest winter glove. And warm doesn’t mean clumsy. The glove employs a novel finger construction design that’s part mitten, part glove, so your index and middle fingers remain free to manipulate shifters and brakes. Price: $120 | More info at shop.pearlizumi.com
Bar Mitts Extreme Mountain Pogies
When even the best gloves can’t defeat Jack Frost, it’s time to install a pair of Bar Mitts Extreme Mountain Pogies on your fat bike. Utilizing waterproof, 6mm thick neoprene with fleece on the inside and nylon lamination on the outside, these hand protectors beat back winter’s chill like no stand alone glove can. Removable velcro cuffs make for easy in-and-out access with no drawstrings to fumble with. And an expandable bar end plug keeps the mitts stiff and in place, while a zipper can be opened for ventilation and temperature regulation. Price: $125 | More info at www.barmitts.com
Voler Black Label Wool Jersey
Voler’s Black Label designation has a well deserved reputation for quality, and this top-of-the-line merino wool jersey is no exception. Features include a silicon gripper at the waist, quick-drying Merino wool fabric, durable single needle stitching, and a robust full-length zipper so you can easily adjust venting on the fly. Wear this jersey over a base layer as part of the ultimate winter biking outfit. Price: $139 | www.voler.com
Bontrager Old Man Winter Shoes
Winter is for fat biking, not hibernating. The Bontrager Old Man Winter shoe keeps Jack Frost from nipping at your toes with a removable fleece-lined Thinsulate insulated bootie and 100 percent waterproof OutDry upper. Other features include a waterproof main zipper with two-strap hook and loop closure system and a roomy inForm Tundra last fit that opens up the toe box for thicker socks. Stiffness index is 6 for solid power transfer and off-bike comfort. Price: $300 | www.trekbikes.com
Pactimo Breckenridge WX-D Vest
The best pieces of cycling clothing are the ones you reach for over and over. Count Pactimo’s Breckenridge WX-D Vest as one of those products here at Mtbr. Whether it’s a cool summer morning, brisk fall day, or arctic night ride, this well-built vest will help keep your critical core area warm. An oversize zipper pull makes it easy to adjust without taking your gloves off, three ample rear pockets are great for storing extra layers, cash or your smartphone, and subtle reflective accents help keep you visible in low light conditions. Price: $100 | More info at www.pactimo.com
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