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Polypropelene - warm, high wicking, low moisture retention - ranges from being very good to extrmely good depending on the quality. Some are low enough on water retention to…"
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Started this discussion. Last reply by David Roche Aug 22, 2011. 8 Replies 0 Likes
Hi, With winter coming up i am seeking some advice on what to wear under my bike jacket. At the moment i am wearing a jersey. I have heard that base layers are the go? Is so any recommendations?
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Josephine Cox replied to hari's discussion Base Layers"Merino is a specific type of wool from Merino sheep which live in alpine climates (like New Zealand): warm when needed, cool when needed, thin, breathable, soft, hypo-allergenic, odorless--the best type of wool to wear out there, especially for…"
hari commented on Judy's blog post Hi boys"Hi Marcus and Judy, unfortunately not able to ride today due to the rain. I also prefer not to ride in the rain as its not good for my bike. Marcus I am looking at riding next Sunday as Judy is not available. If you are ok, I am happy to meet at the…"
hari commented on Judy's blog post Sunday rides from Nunawading"Hi Marcus, sounds good. I will be in touch the next two weeks are not looking good but after that should be ok. What bike do you ride?"
hari commented on Judy's blog post Sunday rides from Nunawading"Hi I live in Wheelers Hill and often ride down springvale to beach road or North to Dandenong on my own or with one friend. I normally ride at 28-30kph on a good day keen to do at least 100km. sunday mornings suit me. I am also keen to get more…"
Neil S replied to hari's discussion Base Layers"I have a few - merino is good but expensive and i want something that dries a lot quicker. I have a DHB (from wiggle.co.uk) Earnley base layer (apparently 50% bamboo) and this is excellent, warm, wicking and excellent cost ($20) long sleeve with…"
hari replied to hari's discussion Base Layers"thanks very much for your advice. I will try Kathmandu
Happy riding
Hari"
Cory replied to hari's discussion Base Layers"Yup. Merino base layer. Kathmandu, or other adventure stores (when on sale) are good. Also, check out the women's underwear areas in dept chains (Target, Kmart etc) - they often have some good ones they don't look too lacy) ;)"
weg replied to hari's discussion Base Layers"A lot of people use wool (now known as Merino for some reason) vests - they keep you warm, wick well and don't chill if wet. Polypro is good too, but maybe not so warm. Some like the Kathmandu ($$$ so get them on sale) wool models but I find…"
AlexZ replied to hari's discussion Base Layers"I wear a Kathmandu themal singlet under my long sleeved jersey, has been perfect thus far. When very cold, or wind chill a problem, I chuck on a windproof/water resistant (Sugoi) lightweight jacket without the sleeves."
Steve Jay replied to hari's discussion Base Layers"I have a really nice Netti one that's stylish enough to wear over a jersey or under it. Full zip, silver/yellow and snug as a bug. Cuts the wind really well round the torso while keeping arms free to radiate excess heat as you work harder.…"
hari posted a discussionBase Layers
Hi, With winter coming up i am seeking some advice on what to wear under my bike jacket. At the moment i am wearing a jersey. I have heard that base layers are the go? Is so any recommendations?
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