Berghaus Goes Biking
The geordie gear gurus have produced a range of cycling-specific clothing for this winter and it's in the shops now.
Posted: 29 October 2004
by Jon
Berghaus fans who sometimes take to two wheels will be delighted
to learn that the NE-based company has expanded into cycling with a
collection of bike-specific clothing in the shops now.
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The new Denizen jacket in
Gore-Tex Paclite
with 3-layer stretch XCR reinforcement
priced at £140 and looking good
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The range has been produced by cycling specialists Raw Experience -
the company previously behind the well-respected Karrimor bike kit -
who have been cooperating closely with Berghaus to ensure that the
new kit is well up to scratch.
You'll recognise the fabrics used as well - they include stuff
like Gore-Tex's highly breathable and lightweight Paclite, which is
used in three waterproof jackets, the company's own brand Aquafoil
waterproof material and Gore's XCR.
Obviously you can use all-round lightweight jackets for mountain
biking and road cycling, but cycling-specific stuff tends to be more
minimalist, have no hood - although an optional Berghaus add-on XCR
item is available - and is cut tighter with a more exaggerated
drop-tail to protect your nether regions from the ravages of rear
wheel throw-up.
As well as the three Paclite tops - two for men and a women's
specific version - there's a hardcore winter waterproof the Tyrant,
made from XCR, a pair of overtrousers and some lightweight insulation
options.
We particularly like the look of the Lithium, a Primaloft-filled
insulated jacket with zip-off sleeves. It comes in a scary yellow
colour but fortunately it's reversible giving a more restrained
charcoal option.
You can browse the full range at www.berghaus.com
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