Long pants for cycling? The riders' camp is usually divided on this point. For some, it's a complete no-go, while for others, it's a tried-and-tested way to protect themselves from cold, dirt, and wind in winter and spring. One thing is certain: long pants have their place. For this reason, we took a closer look at Pearl Izumi's Forest Pants and... read more
The past few months have been kind to us cyclists. Rarely do you get to prepare for the season outdoors in the winter as much as this time. However, due to the spring-like temperatures at times, it wasn't always easy to find the right clothing. For example, it was too cool for leg warmers and too warm for pure winter trousers. Fittingly... read more
Platzangst debuted its new collection at Eurobike 2013. With pants, jerseys, and jackets for every type of mountain biker, the Berlin-based company has already won over a number of bike enthusiasts in recent years. They're also experimenting with a new color scheme for the 2014 season. We were able to test the new Crossflex combination for a preview... read more
Component manufacturer FSA introduced its first line of clothing last year. Since this was originally intended exclusively for cycling, the product range was expanded this year to include models for leisure use. Shirts, T-shirts, jackets, and backpacks are now available alongside jerseys and bib shorts. To ensure a good... read more
