Besides a mechanical malfunction, the last thing I want to be thinking about when I’m on my mountain bike is poorly fitting shorts. Let’s be honest.…
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I’m digging cargo bib shorts these days. With the added storage capability — both during and before/after riding — it’s just nice to be able to…
Lightweight windbreakers are worth their weight in gold. Maybe that’s not the right analogy because the PEARL iZUMi Summit Wind Jacket doesn’t weigh much (but you…
Gear that lasts the test of time is what we aim to find. Our real-world reviews involve countless hours of testing over several months or even…
While there are definitely more appropriate cold-weather riding jackets, the PEARL iZUMi Attack Hybrid Jacket is something of a silver bullet across a wide variety of…
In my Pacific Northwestern town, I think of the average Fall, Winter, or early Spring day as being 45 degrees and rainy. That’s not a meteorological…
Shoulder season has arrived and for most of us, it’s a good time to grab a pair of thermal bib shorts or bib knickers. New this…
Does mountain biking require a special shirt? I don’t think so, if I’m honest, but certain qualities hold a lot of value. Above all, there’s breathability.…
A good pair of mountain biking gloves goes a long way for me. Isn’t it a shame that I’m so dang picky with them? I’m intolerant…
The team at PEARL iZUMi has absolutely outdone themselves with the new Attack Air Bib Shorts. Arriving late last summer, these have been a staple for…
It’s time for a little thicker pair of gloves, but with that you don’t want to just wear a pair of ski gloves. No, you want…
Getting the right gloves for winter riding is key to comfort and safety. If you can’t feel your hands, it’s difficult to maintain control, so the…
Heavy rain got you down? Want to get outside, but you just can’t muster the willpower to go out and get soaked, sitting squishy and cold…
Looking back on 2023, a handful of products stood out to us. Some for being innovative and others for being a great example of building a…
If you don’t have a go-to vest already, it’s time to get with it and find yourself a light, wind-resistant vest for cool mornings and mountain…
Pearl Izumi is one of the classic names in cycling kits, with origins dating back over 60 years. And, honestly, I can’t think of a time…
Most cycling jackets come in two varieties: windproof or waterproof. A lightweight windbreaker is necessary for cool mountain descents on a summer morning, but adding something…
When it comes to ultimate weather protection, Gore-Tex, eVent and NeoShell are the biggest names in the game. Pearl Izumi has gone with Polartec NeoShell with…
It’s time to look in the garage, the closet and our cars to determine just what gear has become indispensable during 2022. While overall quality remains…
Layering for a cold ride always requires a bit of mental math. Based on the temperature, wind and cloud cover, it takes me a bit to…