In my last blog post, I shared a little bit about my recent rides—I hope you enjoyed it. At the time, I was still riding in winter gear, but with this week finally here, I'm itching to head out in spring attire.
Checking the weekly weather forecast, it looks like it’s going to get much warmer starting tomorrow. It’s spring—I couldn't be happier. That said, the temperature difference between morning and night is likely to be significant, so having appropriate preparation like a vest or windbreaker will be necessary.
With that in mind...
For those following our instagram / @circles_tailored, you may have already seen some of these, but I’d like to briefly introduce some new arrivals that you can start using right now.
We’ve received many items from 7-mesh, a cycling apparel brand from Canada founded by a crew with years of experience in designing and producing professional-grade outdoor wear. Beyond their high functionality, their simple aesthetic and colorways are incredibly appealing.
Personally, I’m interested in the Resistant Jacket and Resistant Vest, which feature GORE-TEX® Windstopper fabric. Both are impressively lightweight despite the use of Windstopper. They also feature functional fabrics placed three-dimensionally in optimal locations to ensure a comfortable riding position. Furthermore, the pockets and ventilation are extremely well-thought-out.
From RingTail—a brand born from the personal experience and intuition of Sean from California's Team Dream and Kyle of the bike shop Golden Saddle Cyclery—we have added a short-sleeve jersey made with merino wool to our lineup, following the windbreakers and vests introduced the other day. It’s a simple piece made by combining two colors of fabric, and just like the windbreakers, the color combinations are quite captivating.
It pairs perfectly with the vest.
From Pearl Izumi USA, we’ve received short-sleeve jerseys, vests, and windbreakers. While not pictured, we also have bib shorts, summer-weight bib knickers, gloves, and many other items in stock. Pearl Izumi USA gear is known for excellent cost-performance and is a brand that is well-received at Circles every season. Personally, I highly recommend their short-sleeve jerseys, which feature exceptional color matching.
We’ve also stocked up on ASSOS bib shorts, focusing on the neo_Pro_S7. Every season, people think they have plenty of time before they'll need them, only to find their sizes sold out when they finally go to buy. If you ask me which bib shorts are the most functional, I would recommend these without hesitation. They are a sure thing. Of course, women's models have also arrived.
As for casual wear, the black High Kick jeans from DEEPER’S WEAR, which we’ve been eagerly awaiting, have arrived. And, scheduled for today, we expect the arrival of the one-wash blue denim. Having worn them for about four months now, I can say they are the most comfortable jeans I’ve ever owned. On top of that, the fabric is highly durable and resistant to losing its shape.
The socks, water bottles, and T-shirts from California’s Team Dream, which were also mentioned in Nabetaku's recent blog post, are catching everyone's eye when they visit the shop, drawn in by their great looks.
The same goes for these, of course.
The Athletic socks. We’ve restocked sold-out models and sizes, and added new patterns, so don’t miss out. This time, we also have running shorts in stock, in addition to socks and caps.
Naturally, we have many other items arriving as well.
Spring has arrived, and from here on out, we can expect the best conditions for riding. Please come by and find the items that will make your rides even more comfortable.
We’re also happy to provide advice on the best gear to complement what you already own.