As many people endure the current situation while looking forward to the day the COVID-19 crisis ends, they are undoubtedly filling their minds with images of all the things they want to do when that day finally arrives.
As for me, I have been keeping a strong hope in my heart to host RIDEALIVE in Yamanashi during the September holidays. We held it two years ago and were eager to do it again last year, but unfortunately had to give up because it coincided exactly with a typhoon landfall. I was determined to make it happen this year! However, since we don't know how long this situation will last, I will patiently wait for the right time to come.
I am sure that many others are doing the same—accepting the current situation, finding ways to enjoy it, yet also thinking about the near future.
I’m sure you’re checking out gear while imagining what might come in handy at times like these, so I’d like to introduce a piece of apparel that has just arrived—something rare for this time of year, but one that will surely be useful for mountain adventures in September.
【NORRONA】Skibotn Crew Neck
Price：21,000 JPY (excl. tax)
Color : Caviar, Over Night
Designed for Cycling
The Skibotn Crew Neck is a piece developed by the Norwegian outdoor brand Norrøna, specifically for cycling and mountain biking.
The soft, warm, brushed-fleece lining makes it a great activity piece for chilly days in the city or in the mountains. Looking at my current daily layering—a short-sleeve merino base layer, a long-sleeve tee, a shirt over that, and a jacket for the commute home—I am confident that this is a versatile piece that will serve me well for a long time to come.
Lightweight Fleece Made from a Wool and Polyester Blend
If I were to compare its thickness, it’s similar to the HOUDINI Outlight Houdi. It efficiently vents heat during exercise to prevent overheating. Furthermore, its excellent elasticity follows every intense movement, ensuring you won’t feel any stress, no matter what you are doing.
Made from a wool and polyester blend, it offers not only quick-drying and stretchy properties but also odor resistance.
Features Back Pockets and Elbow Patches
Since it’s part of the mountain biking series, it features two back pockets for storing energy bars or other essentials, and reinforced elbow patches. It also includes thumbholes to prevent wind from entering and sleeves from rolling up. The slightly longer hem is designed to fit your posture while on a bike, but the clean silhouette makes it attractive enough to wear as casual everyday clothing as well.
It is available in two colors: Caviar and Over Night.
A Spring/Summer Exclusive
This Skibotn Crew Neck is truly an appealing piece, and there is a major reason why it has arrived at this time. In fact, it is an item only included in the spring and summer lineup. If you miss this chance, it won't be available again until next year. I wondered about the timing, but it’s just the way it is, so it has arrived now. Please make sure not to miss out for when the time comes.
Other Norrøna products have also arrived, including the very lightweight and waterproof Fjora Dri1 Jacket, the 100% merino wool Skibotn Wool 3/4 T-Shirt that works great even in summer, and the Svalbard Heavy Duty Shorts designed for every situation, so please check them out as well.
I am 170cm tall and weigh 62kg, and I am wearing size S for all of these items.
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