A crystal-clear sky, the sharp chill of air against the skin, the sound of tires crunching through fallen leaves, and that post-ride coffee that sinks deep into your frozen body.
Even if it’s cold when you leave the house, once you start riding, your body warms up, you can feel your blood pumping strongly, and scenery unique to winter unfolds before you. That is precisely why I love winter rides. And to enjoy winter, choosing the right apparel is more important than anything else.
There are experiences to be gained only after overcoming harsh cold.
This jacket, which features a slightly unique comfort fit in the lineup of ASSOS—a brand that treats apparel as equipment and keeps creating the best—achieves exceptional heat retention by creating a layer of air between two layers without stitching them directly together.
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Of course, no detail is overlooked. Windproof material is used on the front and the front of the arms to block the wind, while fabrics with excellent sweat-wicking performance, also used in ASSOS jerseys, are effectively placed on the back and the inside of the sleeves. The stretchable fleece lining provides a stress-free fit during rides that you will feel the moment you put it on.
Layered with a solid base layer, it is plenty warm. Truly, this is the one piece you need this winter.
They say the devil is in the details, and ASSOS continues to pursue perfection even in its accessories. This FuguHelm, which adapts the windproof and cold-resistant material used in bib tights into headgear, is an item you’ll be grateful for in the most extreme conditions—on mountain passes in midwinter or during rides in the snow.
Warmth or ease of operation? It’s no exaggeration to say that choosing gloves comes down to which of these you prioritize. For those who have experienced the cold that makes you lose sensation in your fingertips, I recommend these Bonka Gloves.
They aren’t just warm; they are finished so supple that you forget their protective nature, allowing you to focus on your ride without compromising lever control. The back of the hand uses a highly waterproof material, making them resistant to light rain and snow. Personally, I consider these the ultimate winter gloves.
Of course, we also carry their specialty, bibs. Please come and try them on at the shop.
Why ASSOS?
You will surely find the answer here.