While Nagoya is currently being buffeted by wind and rain due to a typhoon, other parts of Japan are gradually seeing the rainy season come to an end. Along with that comes intense sunlight, and the air has become stiflingly humid—midsummer is rushing in before we can even catch our breath.
Under such a midsummer blue sky, I sometimes think about how nice it would be to have a convenient tool that would allow me to zip through the city on a bicycle, wrapped in cool air without breaking a sweat. Yet, I also feel that a life that has become too convenient would be quite dull.
Whether it’s heading to the local supermarket for groceries, visiting distant friends, or going on a trip with a mountain of gear that would be difficult to carry on one’s own—we use the bicycle as a tool every day. Perhaps the reason we find such charm in the act itself is because it allows us to use our own strength, break a sweat, and feel the events unfolding in that very moment with our own skin.
At RAL, we continue to propose various tools so that people who share this sentiment—from work to outdoor play—can spend their daily lives centered around cycling in comfort. While we recently introduced the KANPAI Loader, which functions as a bike-mounted drink holder, today I would like to introduce some new apparel to help you comfortably survive this summer, which we have brought to life with the help of our friends at DEEPER’S WEAR.
The new release is a simple and orthodox pair of shorts called the Fast Pass Shorts. They are made from the exact same fabric used for the jackets and pants that have been growing in popularity nationwide under the slogan of ““Don’t want to wear it, but end up wearing it every day“” by DEEPER’S WEAR.
Fast Pass: Absorbs plenty of sweat and dries quickly
The silhouette and minor specifications are the same as the pair we released two years ago, which we still love to wear today, but by using a fabric that looks like wool at first glance, the overall aesthetic is completely different. Of course, just as the Fast Pass name implies, they have excellent moisture-wicking and quick-drying properties, so they absorb a lot of sweat and dry out quickly no matter what.
Excellent stretch and comfortable fit
Furthermore, the fabric has excellent stretch, so you won’t feel any restriction while pedaling, or even when you need to lift your legs high like when bouldering. Additionally, the surface of the fabric has a slightly textured feel, so it remains comfortable to wear without feeling sticky when you sweat.
【RAL meets DEEPER’S WEAR】
Fast Pass Shorts
Price : ¥10,000-(excl. tax)
Color : Blue, Grey
They come in two colors: blue and grey. Both have a calm, understated feel, making them a perfect match not just for T-shirts, but also for collared shirts, polo shirts, and the like.
Of course, they pair well with long-sleeved items, too.
Beyond your everyday style in early autumn, they will surely serve you well as a go-to pair for rides and other activities as the mountain leaves begin to turn red.
We hope you will make these your partner not just for this summer, but for all three seasons excluding winter.
