Perfectly dialed

Now that my commute is 15 miles each way I've had more of a challenge getting my attire selection correct each morning. Sure in the warm weather it'll be easy but in late winter and early spring it's a daily struggle between freezing and overheating.

Today, I had it dialed. Knickers, toe covers, thin long sleeve jersey and the wind resistent Rapha coat I inherited last June. I'm not very good at riding a leisurely pace to avoid sweating so it was even more rewarding to arrive to work without being frozen to the core or pealing off sweaty base layers. It almost makes the fact that today is Monday seem tolerable.

good chamois=happy ass

A good friend of mine was kind enough to get me into a pair of these shorts for my upcoming trip. I finally tested them out last night and over the 50 mile ride they were very very comfortable, despite the 90+ temperatures and 99% humidity.


Stop by his online store and support him by buying some great cycling clothes. He'll also be happy to offer honest recommendations if you need.

guilty pleasures

I've been trying to stagger my cycling gear orders lately to spread the joy of receiving new toys throughout the season. On Monday a mother load arrived from my generous friends in the pacific NW (where I coincidentally find myself working this week). I snapped some pictures, tried on the gear, and was tempted to wear it on the plane (sorry TSA, can't hide any weapons in this spandex). I brought the rain jacket with me which was a good idea because the forecast in Seattle is for rain followed by rain and then some scattered rain.
Who knows, if the weather breaks I might be able to test some of the gear. Otherwise it will have to wait until this weekend when I get back to Boston.

Thanks guys, this stuff is amazingly comfortable and going to be perfect for 7500km of touring this summer.