As most of you have felt… Winter is coming! The first snow has hit and people everywhere are looking to cuddle up with someone and snuggle up in front of the tele. But for the rest of us that have to or want to brave this winter on our bicycles, here are some ways to stay warm, dry, and all the while not looking like a the Michelin man. The best thing that you can do is Layer. Here are some good ideas to stay warm in the cold.
The first line of defense is a good jacket. We currently have in stock the Swrve Milwakee ES Hoodie Mid-Weight Soft Shell and the Mission Workshop Orion Waterproof Jacket. These two jackets are great for being the first line of defense when biking outdoors. The Milwakee Hoodie is wind and water resistant jacket with thermal lining. Every guy in the shop owns one personally and it’s an affordable tech jacket.
The Mission Workshop Orion Jacket is completely waterproof and made out of 4-way stretch Schoeller c_change material designed for all weather conditions.
The second best line of defense is an insulation layer. We currently have in stock the Mission Workshop Bosun Merino Wool Jacket. Merino wool is just about the best wool that you can get. The jacket is also blended with Lycra so you have full mobility and is the perfect under layer to the Orion Jacket.
We also have the two Chrome hoodies in stock. The Cobra Merino Hoodie for men and the Pasha Merino Hoodie for women is a more affordable way to get the benefits of Merino wool and also keeps you from looking like a dumpling (especially good for the ladies).
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visits Superb Thanks to everyone who came out to Bella Biciclette and a special thanks to everyone who competed in the Hot Bike contest. Participants in the Hot Bike contest received a free cycling cap from Bianchi. Winners of the contest are as follows:
Most Unique: Armando Quiros with Quiros Track Bike, won Cinelli Shirt and Cap, Soma Bars and Saddle
Most Aero: Chris Butters with Igleheart Track Bike, won Colnago Track Jacket
Time Capsule: Eric Baumann with Raleigh Track Bike, won Brooks D-shaped Bag
Best Paint Job: Joshua Robot with Geekhouse Cross Bike, won Swrve Jeans, Geekhouse Shirt and Cap
Best Commuter: James Bachez with Colnago Road Bike, won Velo Orange Bar Tape, Baguette Bag, and Stainless Bottle Cages
Best Overall: Eric Baumann with Royal H Track Bike, won Mission Workshop Messenger Bag
Photos By Jesse Weiner
We just received a restock of all of the Mission Workshop Back Packs and Sling Bags in all sizes. We also got a fill in of sizes of the Rondel spd compatible shoes.
While out at interbike this year I got to meet the great people from DZR who were sharing a booth with Mission Workshop. DZR is the company that made the Rondel for Mission Workshop and they now have available multiple shoes for men and women! Each model is designed to work with 2 bolt spd type cleats or regular flat pedals. To use them with cleats there is a rectangular area on the bottom of the sole that needs to be removed. I purchased a pair of the DZR Strasse while out at interbike and installed the cleats last night. To remove the spd cover I simply cut around it with an exacto knife then it pops out revealing the bolt holes to mount your cleats. From here it is as simple as mounting cleats on any other cycling shoe. The whole process takes no longer than 5-10 minutes. We plan on having these in the shop soon so stop by to pre-order!
Here is the underside of the shoe with the cut out sole on the right, and two replaceable covers incase you decide to remove the cleats.
The long awaited arrival of The Rondel, Mission Workshops first sneaker, has finally arrived! It comes in a dark gray leather with a gum sole fitted with a cut away clip area and adapters for a recessed cleat. Just in time for the upcoming fall and cooler weather, these guys will keep your feet protected with leather walls and cushioned with a thick sole. Stop in a grab a pair ASAP cause we only have one of each size!
