I had completely forgotten. Every year, I’d been using my ASSOS gloves for rides in the bitter cold, but they had developed a hole. I had been meaning to buy some new gloves—specifically, 45NRTH gloves. It wasn't until my first ride of 2026 that I remembered.
On January 3rd, I headed out early in the New Year onto the usual roads I’m accustomed to riding. Even before reaching the mountain sections, many spots were frozen over, and the chill from the previous day felt like it was freezing me to the core. Still, once you keep pedaling, you start to warm up. I was able to fully enjoy a ride through the beautiful snowy landscape.
However, because of the cold air seeping in through the hole in my glove, my fingertips stayed frozen the entire time, and I had to endure a sensation that was almost like pain.
I went through the exact same thing last season and was looking for new gloves, but ended up not buying any. I decided then and there that I didn't want to go through that again, and that this season, I was finally going to buy the 45NRTH gloves I’d been curious about for so long.
That was the catalyst that led me to consult with Motocross International, a 45NRTH distributor, and eventually to the decision to hold this POP UP STORE.
45NRTH POP UP STORE
Dates: January 23rd (Fri) – February 1st (Sun)
Location: Circles Tailored3-13-28 Kanayama, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi 460-0022 (Under the JR elevated tracks)
On the first day, January 23rd, the POP UP will open at 12:00 PM.
On all other days, you can visit during regular store hours from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Please note that the items on display and for sale will focus on soft goods like gloves and caps. If you are interested in other items, please feel free to consult with us.
The cold is getting severe again starting today, and it looks like we have a long stretch of freezing days ahead. Having warm gloves will undoubtedly make your holiday rides—and even your frigid commutes—much more comfortable. If you’ve been struggling with how to deal with the cold, don't miss this opportunity!
45NRTH is a cycling brand based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. They offer a diverse lineup including gloves, cycling caps, balaclavas, apparel, cycling shoes, and tires, all of which are designed specifically for use in sub-zero environments. This comes as no surprise, as Minneapolis is located at approximately 45 degrees north latitude with an average winter temperature of -10°C (14°F). Items designed for cycling in such conditions are guaranteed to offer the best performance and quality.
For those of us in Japan—especially in the Chubu region—these are undoubtedly the ultimate items to put your cold-weather worries to rest. Some might say it's overkill, but if you have to choose between being cold or being warm, you’d choose being warm every time. It’s better to be a little too warm than to be cold.
To ensure your cycling life remains comfortable through the rest of the winter and the deep freeze ahead, please come and check out the 45NRTH products.
This POP UP focuses mainly on soft goods like gloves and caps. If you are interested in other items like jackets or shoes, please let us know.