The new All-City shoes from Chrome are bad ass and they just got better because the good dudes at Cog Magazine touched them. Really- Kevin and Peter are rad guys with an excellent magazine.
And here is a little video where Peter is just being badass. I want to have like 10,000 of his babies. Viva la analog backlash!
If you like actually reading stuff you can check out an interview that John Prolly did for Chrome HERE
And of course- get rid of your stinkin ass kicks and pick up a pair of these HERE
I got an email from Gregory Klein the other day about some of the projects he’s been working on as of late. They include a few fine kits made by Pactimo, as well as a journal- which you may recognize as similar to the design work he did for the Bike Snob NYC book.
Riding bikes in cycling specific clothing is the way to go. If you are doing any long distance rides or racing, then kits make a world of difference. When I’m riding around town, you won’t generally see me in my spandex skinsuit- unless it involves alcohol and the rest of my SLK teammates.
Dustin has made a fine looking kit for Cadence- through CAPO which you can get HERE:
And if you prefer something a little more soft…. You can get your very own Soft Like Kitten kit. Made by Hincapie. Unfortunately the model is not nearly as svelte looking as the Cadence models- but I’m pretty sure the SLK model can drink more beer and win at arm wrestling- which, when it comes down to it- is about the same as riding bikes. Get your Soft Like Kitten kit HERE. I love my kit- it fits very well and is super comfortable. And you can come to races in the NW and drink beer with us.
Go Means Go received a few items from Chrome recently that we are currently reviewing.
My task has been to review the Chrome Marysia women’s jacket.
My initial reaction in seeing the jacket was that it looked sleek and comfortable. The material is smooth and has a nice feel to it. It is lightweight and packs down to a very small size, which makes it perfect for sunny day turned chilly evening riding. It has some great accents that make it stand out as a cycling specific jacket- though it isn’t so specific that you can’t wear it off the bike. The reflective “CHROME” lettering on the back of the jacket is very low profile and doesn’t look obnoxious in the slightest bit. The back pocket is nice- not too large (too small for a waterbottle) but large enough to carry your gloves, phone, or pocketbook. I’m not a huge fan of the pocket snap- and would prefer a magnetic closure.
As far as fit- I wear a women’s medium. It fits nicely around me, and I can zip it up over my chest fine with a lightweight hoodie underneath. It’s snug in the chest- and as a woman with a 34D it’s nice that it actually zips without being too constraining. Even when riding- the jacket doesn’t constrict in my back or shoulders while zipped. The arms are fairly long on me- which is comfortable for riding, keeping my wrists covered and even with enough room for me to put the cuffs over my knuckles. Women with longer arms will likely be pleased with this feature.
The material used blocks the wind well. It’s lightweight but effective and though it’s water repellent- it’s NOT a rain jacket.
My biggest gripe is that I wish there were different colors. I’d love this in a purple or turquoise.
I wore this jacket to the Resurrection Race afterparty and I got a lot of compliments on it. When riding home after the sun went down- Ryan was chilly with only a sweatshirt and I was comfortable with my hoodie under the Marysia. It seems to vent well, as when climbing the hill home- I wasn’t overheating.
All in all it’s a stylish and functional jacket. I love that it was made in Oakland. I was born and lived many years there. If it were made overseas with the same quality and features, I think that $80 might seem a little high, but it seems very fair when you consider it’s made in the US.
Thanks to Chrome for making good shit out of Oakland. Oaktown represent.
The adidas Originals SPO apparel collection brings back some of the more eccentric and unique pieces from the brand’s archives. This reproduction of an early ’80s cycling sweatshirt maintains the original sizing, material and wash, plus the original graphics.
Outlier is really ramping up their product line with another innovative and well made product. The price is high, but it’s understandable to a degree when you see “Made in New York City” on the label. I love the dedication to US manufacturing.
Similar to softshells- the material is not 100% waterproof, but according to Outlier, it will keep you dry when out in the elements for hours. Supermarine cotton is tightly woven Egyptian cotton, whose fibers swell up when they get wet, keeping the water on the outside. It’s also supposed to be breathable, which is aided by ample vents and zips. Also cut long in the back, making more appropriate for on the bike. No word on how the hood works with a helmet. Looking good guys.
Available in Black, Red or Anthracite. $650. Available at Outlier.
Just finished printing up another small run of shirts and crew neck sweatshirts for the winter. The Baphomet is printed on an American Apparel black shirt. The other designs on Gildan preshrunk cotton shirts. They turned out really well and I like the colors a lot. Green, blue, purple and grey tees as well as a blue crew neck.
The webstore is updated. Head over and buy a shirt, sweatshirt- or one of the new 24oz coozies (coozies will be shipping 12/30)
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