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THE STORY
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ICON & PRODUCT DEFINITION MEN’S
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QX5 HELIX EVO SPORT BLACK LABEL MTB // URBAN OUTERWEAR ACCESSORIES
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HIVIZ WOMEN’S
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HELIX EVO SPORT BLACK LABEL MTB // URBAN OUTERWEAR ACCESSORIES
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PRODUCT REVIEW
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TECH SPECS
FEATURED STORIES 12
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ORANGE MONKEY - CAPE EPIC
ADVOCACY & COMMUNITY
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STARLEY PRIMAL PRO CYCLING
SOCIAL MEDIA
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NICA - SINGLETRACK HIGH
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RAGBRAI
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YAK ATTACK
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LITTLE BELLAS
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CYCLOFEMME
MONTEREY BAY
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5 BORO BIKE TOUR
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SEA OTTER CLASSIC
FEATURED STORIES
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MADE FOR THE ROAD
MADE FOR THE MOUNTAIN
We Are Primal: Primal Wear, founded in 1992, has emerged as the leading designer and manufacturer of premier cycling apparel for teams, clubs, and events around the world. Primal is committed to the progression of cycling for all abilities and dedicated to promoting and sponsoring events that benefit people’s lives. Our mission is to provide the highestquality cycling apparel available while fostering the growth of cycling through competition, community, and advocacy. We believe in cycling as a positive influence globally and are dedicated to increasing the number of people that choose cycling as a means of recreation, environmental conservation and health.
We Are Advocates: Our future is not written in stone. It lays before us on the trails, roads, and paths that we seek. Only by advocating for our passions can we help determine the course of this future. A future we believe will be filled with the joy, exhilaration and freedom of riding a bicycle. We proudly support and partner with cycling advocacy organizations worldwide to pave the way for ourselves and future generations to have the best access to safely and actively ride a bicycle. We cannot achieve this future by simply hoping for the best; we must take action in our community.
To find out more please visit us at primalwear.com/ community
ADVOCACY & COMMUNITY
Primal has given back more than $1.2 million to charitable organizations, advocacy groups, and conservancy efforts around the world. We are committed to making a difference and will continue to support and partner with organizations that benefit our community and world.
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Orange Monkey
CAPE
EPIC The Absa Cape Epic
is a two person team cycling event in South Africa and the premiere mountain bike stage race in the world. Covering over 700 kilometers and nearly 15,000 meters of climbing, the Cape Epic is an incomparable experience. But, as riders from Primal Europe sponsored team Orange Monkey will attest, there are also many hidden dangers at such elite racing levels:
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Stage 6 Race Report - Rab Wardell and Ben Roff …A call came through late on Saturday night to say that Rab was in the medic tent with severe exhaustion and heat stroke and had been placed on a drip. This was not an ideal situation but the rider’s health is always the first priority! Rab rested up and by very late that evening confirmed he was good to race. However, early Sunday morning on the day of the final stage into Lourensford, Rab was found having a seizure and taken straight to the medic tent and then to the hospital. The official diagnosis was Rhabdomyolysis and was a combination of many factors including severe break down of muscle which had ultimately affected his heart where he now had inflammation and infection. Rab’s Epic would go no further…
ORANGE MONKEY - CAPE EPIC
There was much concern for Rab and his condition. Reluctantly, Ben decided to start the day alone to finish the job he had started with his friend and teammate. He knew this is what Rab wanted. It was a highly emotional final day as Ben rolled into Lourensford alone with a finishing position of 27th overall.
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Join the Primal Community
SOCIAL MEDIA
and learn how we are pushing the boundaries of cycling on all levels. Check us out on Facebook, Instagram, Vimeo or Twitter. @Primalwear
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ICONS As you journey through our catalog we have created a set of icons to
CONDITIONS THERMAL
indicate the function and performance
Constructed with brushed back microfiber materials for moderate cold weather temperatures. Keeps the body warm and wicks moisture to the outside surface of the fabric.
conditions of each garment.
COLD WEATHER
Built for harsh cold weather conditions. When temperatures drop these garments are designed to keep you on the road.
WIND RESISTANT
Made with wind blocking properties our wind resistant apparel keeps the cold air from entering the core of the fabric. Great for early morning rides when weather conditions can change.
WATER RESISTANT
Keeps riders dry during a light rain and other low level moisture conditions. The surface of the fabric is designed to repel water.
FIT PRO TOUR FIT
Developed using dynamic three-dimensional pattern design and constructed for maximum comfort and aerodynamics in aggressive riding positions.
RACE FIT
Designed to fit close to the surface of the skin, the Race Fit is ergonomically cut to improve performance.
SPORT FIT
Our classic pattern, the Sport Fit is designed for comfort without sacrificing the technical features of the fabric.
LOOSE FIT
Ride comfortably in Loose Fit patterned apparel, our hybrid lifestyle technical apparel.
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SEASONAL CONDITIONS
Primal Collections are designed to keep you riding all year round. No matter the condition, we want to keep you performing at your peak levels. No Excuses. Just Ride.
PRODUCT LINE collections to provide the most complete, highest quality cycling apparel line for diverse riding styles and performance levels. Each collection features corresponding products that can be combined to create complete, matching kits to fit your desired experience on the bike without compromising performance.
QX5
Utilizing cutting edge technology and the most elite components, the QX5 Collection is our most advanced line of apparel, crafted for athletes with eyes toward the future. QX5 apparel features a revolutionary dynamic three-dimensional Pro Tour fit and high performance fabrics, developed for maximum aerodynamics and performance.
HELIX
Our elite range of cycling wear, Helix was born and tested in the crucible of competition and proven on podiums around the world. Flexible fabrics and aggressive pattern design make Helix the only choice for the professional athlete.
EVO
Designed for the competitive athlete, the Evo Collection combines advanced features and the highest quality fabrics to elevate performance. Lightweight technical fabrics, durable construction and lasting comfort accelerate the Evo Collection past a standard race cut.
SPORT
Primal’s Sport Collection features advanced fabrics that blend form and function to achieve a greater level of comfort. This collection is for the avid cyclist unwilling to sacrifice performance or comfort.
BLACK LABEL
The Black Label is a streamlined collection of apparel for recreational cyclists that combines a basic style with necessary technical features and upgraded accents to ensure comfort and visibility on the road or trail.
MTB // URBAN
Our loose fit MTB // Urban Collection is anything but basic. Precision, innovation and progression define this brand new line up of gear built for maximum performance, whether you’re heading downtown or to the trails.
ICON & PRODUCT DEFINITION
Primal offers six unique
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Primal has advanced
the leading edge of elite, technical performance cycling apparel with our new QX5 Collection. Constructed with newly discovered Quantum fabrics, laser cut technology and dynamic threedimensional patterns the QX5 sets the bar for competitive cycling apparel.
QX5
The integration of new technologies - improved aerodynamics, greater wicking properties, increased circulation and antibacterial properties - allows riders to perform at their peak level for longer durations.
Primal Labs, our research and development division, has spent countless hours analyzing the function, fit and fabrics of this new collection to bring you a cycling experience that is transcendent. The QX5 speeds through the air like a streamlined jet at 50,000 feet. When you’re in the drops, the dynamic three-dimensional fit comes to life and you can literally feel the air tension reduce like you’re drafting behind a Mack truck.
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QX5
INFRARED QX5 KIT JERSEY BIB
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SKU: INF1J88M SKU: INF1S85M
Quantum Force Using the most advanced developments in fabric materials, Quantum Force is an antibacterial fabric that increases blood flow and controls surface temperature through enhanced moisture absorption and wicking technology, allowing competitive cyclists to ride at their peak performance for longer durations.
Pro Tour Fit Utilizing dynamic three-dimensional modeling and feedback from professional cyclists, experienced pattern makers have created the most advanced fit that conforms to the unique contours of the human body. This fit supports the perfect posture for aerodynamic, aggressive riding.
LCT Leg Band
QX5
Laser cut FlexPro band with hypoallergenic silicone microdots keeps bibs secure throughout the entire pedal motion while promoting blood flow and wicking sweat from the surface of the skin.
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MEN’S
HELIX
LEVERAGE HELIX KIT JERSEY BIB
SKU: LEV1J03M SKU: LEV1S65M
The Helix Collection has paved the way for the most technically advanced, competition level cycling apparel on the market. The advanced lightweight, aerodynamic fabrics and Pro Tour Fit work together to regulate your core body temperature and keep you riding at your peak in the most extreme conditions. Helix jersey features Vortex panels, YKK full exposed zipper, three angled rear pockets, SLR Ion, AE Elite and Z92 Fabrics. Helix bibs are equipped with flatlock stitching, silicone leg grippers, Vero and Z92 fabrics, and Italian-made HX8 Carbon chamois.
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MEN’S HELIX
EXION HELIX KIT JERSEY BIB
SKU: EXI1J03M SKU: EXI1S65M
NEW
SKU: HEL1S65M
MEN’S HELIX
ONYX HELIX BIB 29
STARLEY PRIMAL PRO CYCLING professional cycling team Starley Primal, an elite registered cycling team based in the UK. The team competes in the Elite National series with 9 other
squads as well as the internationally recognised Tour Series. The team stems from our original club Rutrainingtoday located in Plymouth, which is a youth based project encouraging youngsters from all backgrounds to be involved with cycling.
STARLEY PRIMAL
We proudly support grassroots and elite cycle sport through our
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MEN’S
EVO
TUNGSTEN EVO KIT JERSEY BIB
SKU: TUN1J35M SKU: TUN1S59M
The Evo Collection surpasses and redefines classic race cut cycling apparel. Constructed with ergonomic paneling, cutting-edge fabrics and refined production methods, the Evo Collection will keep you cool, calm, and collected during extended, intense efforts on the bike. Evo cycling jerseys incorporate Q3 and AE Elite fabrics with a full hidden zipper, flatlock stitching, three rear angled pockets and silicone waist gripper. Evo bibs feature the super opaque Vero fabric, flatlock stitching, silicone leg gripper and the E6 Carbon chamois.
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MEN’S EVO
VANGARDE EVO KIT JERSEY BIB
SKU: VAN1J35M SKU: VAN1S59M
SKU: EVOBS59M
MEN’S EVO
ONYX EVO BIB 37
NICA
SINGLETRACK HIGH 38
“I wish we had this when I was a kid…” Founded in 2009, the National Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA) develops high school mountain biking programs for student athletes across the United States. Amazing stories of personal triumph on and off the bike fill the high school mountain bike community. Student athletes are encouraged to develop strong bodies, strong minds and a strong character through their efforts on the bicycle. Everyone competes - boys, girls, freshmen, seniors - all on the same course. Out there, everyone is equal. Riding to battle their own limits, enjoying the outdoors and most of all having fun. This is the future of our sport, this is the future of our community. This year high school cyclists will spend over one million hours training on the bike; that is time interacting with their peers, exploring trails, overcoming adversity, lending a hand and growing up. This is the beauty of NICA. The lessons these student athletes learn today will stay with them for the rest of their lives. The connection with the bike will be forever imprinted in their spirit. Primal is a proud supporter of NICA and the student athlete.
Photo: Courtesy of NICA - Photographer Watson Lu
Photo: Courtesy of NICA
NICA - SINGLETRACK
- Photographer Watson Lu
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MEN’S
SPORT
ON YOUR LEFT KIT JERSEY BIB SHORT
SKU: ONYOJ20M SKU: ONYOS49M SKU: ONYOS48M
Forward thinking and inspired, the Primal Sport Collection integrates the highest-quality cycling apparel with cutting edge creative designs. Made by cyclists, for cyclists, these original designs create unique identities that resonate with cyclists of any discipline and ability. Sport cycling jerseys come with superior wicking SpeedPro fabric, YKK 3/4 invisible zipper, and three rear pockets. Sport fit shorts feature Priflex fabric, flatlock stitching, silicone leg gripper, and antibacterial, antimicrobial, Italian APX chamois.
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MEN’S SPORT
OUTLINE KIT SKU: OUT1J20M SKU: OUT1S49M SKU: OUT1S48M
MEN’S SPORT
JERSEY BIB SHORT
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BELGIAN
DEPARTED
SKU: BEL1J20M
SKU: DEP1J20M
HIGHRISE
LIBERTAS
SKU: HIRIJ20M
SKU: LIB1J10M
GRIFTER SKU: GRI1J20M
POWER YOURSELF
SUSTAIN SKU: SUS1J10M
MEN’S SPORT
SKU: POW1J10M
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WHITE
AIDAN WHITE BLUE RED
BLUE
Available in 3 colors
SKU: AIDWJ20M SKU: AIDBJ20M SKU: AIDRJ20M
RED
BLUE
REVERB BLUE RED LIGHT BLUE
RED
Available in 3 colors
SKU: REVBJ20M SKU: REVRJ20M SKU: REVLJ20M
LIGHT BLUE
ONYX PRISMA SKU: PSMBS49M SKU: PSMBS48M
MEN’S SPORT
BIB SHORT
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RAGBRAI
What if you were told the greatest multi-day cycling event wasn’t based in the majestic cities and landscapes of Europe? What if the greatest multiday cycling event was held in the humble and bountiful state of Iowa? This is the story of RAGBRAI. In 1973, when John Karras challenged Don Kaul to ride his bicycle across Iowa and cover the experience in his weekly newspaper column, they never imagined the enduring tradition they would create. Since that humble first ride with just a few hundred “friends,” RAGBRAI has become the longest, largest and oldest bicycle touring event in the world. Every summer, the faithful followers of RAGBRAI journey seven days across the great state of Iowa. The tradition starts along Iowa’s western border before traversing over 400 miles of the state’s lush rolling hills. The ride is
This rolling celebration of Iowa attracts participants from all 50 states and many foreign countries. It has covered thousands of miles through the years, and hundreds of thousands of riders have hopped in the saddle to pedal parts of those miles.
The people of Iowa truly make RAGBRAI the special event that it is by opening up their towns and communities to more than 8,500 cyclists.
RAGBRAI
a blur of cornfields, quaint towns with unique identities, good people, all the comfort food Iowa has to offer and, of course, beer. At the end, the riders dip their front wheels in the Mississippi River and complete the feat that is RAGBRAI.
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MEN’S
ROCK The iconic sounds of yesteryear are brought to you in visual form through the 2015 Rock & Roll Collection, incorporating album art from Pink Floyd, Grateful Dead, Rush and The Police into highperformance cycling apparel. All Rock & Roll jerseys feature YKK 3/4 hidden zippers, 100% polyester SpeedPro fabric and three rear pockets.
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THE POLICE SYNCHRONICITY
SKU: GD50J20M
SKU: POSYJ20M
PINK FLOYD BODY ART
RUSH ROLL THE BONES
SKU: PFBAJ20M
SKU: RURBJ20M
MEN’S ROCK
GRATEFUL DEAD 50TH ANNIVERSARY
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PINK FLOYD PRISM
PINK FLOYD DARK SIDE
SKU: PFP1J20M
SKU: PFDSJER
GENESIS ABACAB
SKU: GDTSJ20M
SKU: GEABJ20M
MEN’S ROCK
GREATFUL DEAD TEAM STEAL YOUR FACE
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MEN’S
BLACK LABEL
LUCENT SKU: LUC1J90M
ONYX SKU: ONY1J90M
The Black Label Collection combines clean lines and a classic fit with the comfort and performance features of a touring cycling jersey. Upgraded features include embedded heat-press accents and reflective flatlock for high visibility. Black Label jerseys are equipped with Venta and HexaDri fabrics, reflective flatlock stitching, a full exposed YKK zipper, and three rear pockets. Black Label shorts feature Priflex fabric, flatlock stitching, and antibacterial, antimicrobial, Italian-made E3 chamois.
ROGUE SKU: ROU1J90M
SKU: PROBS32M
MEN’S BLACK LABEL
ONYX BLACK LABEL SHORT
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Lightly cover your face with your hands, and take a deep breath. This is similar to the amount of oxygen available above 18,000 ft., a mere 50% of the air at sea level. Walking would be difficult under those conditions. Now imagine racing a mountain bike in the freezing cold, on the edge of the world, battling hypoxia. This is the beauty of mountain bike racing in Nepal. Each year nearly 50 racers toe the Yak Attack start line in hopes of surviving the 8 Stages, the environment, and the deep talent field of Nepali riders. This year, Yuki Ikeda, was back for revenge after attempting the race the previous year and falling ill due to the harsh conditions early in the race. All week, Yuki would battle at the front of the race with the past Nepali winner, Ajay Pandit Chhetri. It was only a matter of time before either Yuki or Ajay would emerge as the event leader. After returning from the high altitudes of the Annapurna Circuit of Nepal, Yuki filled us in on his adventure over a very slow internet feed out of Kathmandu...
by Jeff Kerkove and Yuki Ikeda
“Yak Attack was the event I must FINISH because I could not finish it last year due to the horrible sickness I got during the race. I felt great mentally and physically in the first 5 stages including two stage wins, but some mechanical issues and the altitude sickness slowed me down after Stage 5.
Even though I was having hard time, the experience up in the mountain was unbelievable. The Himalaya was absolutely the most beautiful mountains I have ever seen.
Going over the Tholong La Pass at 17,800 feet was extremely hard and could be the toughest thing I have ever done on the bike, but it was an amazing experience that I will never forget. I was very happy to cross the finish line this year and to take 2nd place overall.”
YAK ATTACK
I had a hard time sleeping, bad headaches, achy joints, and swollen body because we were above 12,000 feet from Stage 5 to the finish!
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MEN’S
MTB // URBAN
Includes Short Liner
NEW
MODENZA LOOSE FIT SHORT SKU: MOD1B44M
We went back to the drawing board to develop the all new Modenza Short. Equipped with a removable short liner, this loose fit short will take you anywhere you want to ride. The combination of ExoDura base and a flexible Taclar ballistic fabric gusset allows for a full range of motion without compromising durability. Additional features include adjustable waist straps, 14 inch inseam, zippered pockets and vents and reflective piping for those low light and night rides.
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MEN’S MTB // URBAN
Includes Detachable Short Liner
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ESCADE LOOSE FIT SHORT SKU: ESC1B22M
The Escade is the perfect blend of comfort and performance. Pairing the versatile Stessa stretch fabric with enduring construction techniques and a 14 inch inseam, the Escade ensures a comfortable ride. Over the hills, through the woods, and onward to your next adventure.
NEW
NEW
AMPLIFIED
DIMENSION
SKU: AMP1A10M
SKU: DIM1M66M
Nothing compares to the freedom of riding the trails. The Primal MTB Jersey is built to make the most of that freedom. Constructed with a lightweight, stretch fabric and durable, high density mesh, Dimension moves with your body as you bank around berms and hop over logs. A rear zippered pocket provides easy storage for essential items.
MEN’S MTB // URBAN
SpeedPro Fabric, Flatlock Stitching, Tagless Neck Label
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MEN’S
OUTERWEAR & ACCESSORIES
WIND JACKET SKU: WS-PTB Altero Fabric, Zippered Side Access Opening, Microfleece Collar, Wind and Water Resistant, 2 Way YKK Full Zipper
PARADIGM JACKET SKU: 3PRD708M HXT Thermal Fabric, Underarm Zippers, Wind and Water Resistant, Full Zipper, Reflective Piping, Rear Zippered Pocket
WIND VEST SKU: WV-PTB Altero Fabric, 3 Rear Pockets, Microfleece Collar, Wind and Water Resistant, 2 Way YKK Full Zipper
FUSION JACKET SKU: FJPTB Traverso & Strata Fabrics, Reflective Piping, 3 Rear Pockets, Full Length YKK Zipper, Silicone Waist Gripper
RAIN JACKET SKU: RJT-CLR Toray Fabric, Zippered Side Access Opening, Exposed Zipper, Water Resistant
THERMAL ARM WARMERS SKU: AWT-B Traverso Fabric, Silicone Gripper at Bicep
KNICKERS & BIB KNICKERS KNICKERS BIB KNICKERS
SKU: KNB SKU: BIBKNB
APX Chamois, Silicone Gripper, Traverso Fabric
THERMAL KNEE WARMERS SKU: KWT-B
TIGHTS THERMAL LEG WARMERS SKU: LWT-B Traverso Fabric, Silicone Gripper at Thigh, Ankle Zipper
SKU: TIG Silicone Gripper, Ankle Zipper, Traverso Fabric
OUTERWEAR & ACCESSORIES
Traverso Fabric, Silicone Gripper at Thigh
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BASE LAYER
SLEEVELESS BASE LAYER
CYCLING CAP
SKU: PRTWZ10U
SKU: PRTWZ15U
SKU: CC-PRI
Core Mesh, Memory Fabrics, Polypropylene & Spandex
Core Mesh, Memory Fabrics, Polypropylene & Spandex
Speed Pro Fabric, Integrated Sweatband, Foam Brim
THERMAL SHOE COVERS
ICON TALL
PRIMAL LOGO
TECH PRO
SHORT CUFF
SKU: SC-TBLK
SKU: ICO1X10U
SKU: PWLIX10U
SKU: TEC1X10U
SKU: PWLBX10U
HXT and Traverso Fabrics, Ankle Zipper
HIGHRISE
SKU: NOEGT10M
SKU: HIRWT10M
VINTAGE
PRIMAL 2015
SKU: VINCT10M
SKU: P15KT10M
OUTERWEAR & ACCESSORIES
NO EXCUSES
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HIVIZ MEN’S PARADIGM
HIVIZ MEN’S FUSION
SKU: 3HIV708M
SKU: FJHIV
HXT Thermal Fabric, Underarm Zippers, Wind and Water Resistant, Full Zipper, Reflective Piping, Rear Zippered Pocket
Traverso & Strata Fabrics, Reflective Flatlock Stitching, 3 Rear Pockets, Full Length YKK Zipper, Silicone Waist Gripper
NEW
HIVIZ MEN’S WIND VEST
HIVIZ MEN’S RAIN JACKET
SKU: WV-VIZ
SKU: RJT-NEN
Altero Fabric, 3 Rear Pockets, Microfleece Collar, Wind and Water Resistant, 2 Way YKK Full Zipper
Toray Fabric, Zippered Side Access Opening, Exposed Zipper, Water Resistant
HIVIZ X1 MEN’S JERSEY SKU: HVX1J95M Sport Fit Raglan, HexaDri Fabric, Full Length YKK Zipper, 3 Rear Pockets, Reflective Flatlock Stitching, Reflective Heat Press Accents
HIVIZ V1 WOMEN’S JERSEY SKU: HVV1J95W Sport Fit Raglan, HexaDri Fabric, Full Length YKK Zipper, 3 Rear Pockets, Reflective Flatlock Stitching, Reflective Heat Press Accents
SKU: AWT-HIV Traverso Fabric, Silicone gripper at bicep
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WOMEN’S
HELIX
LEVERAGE HELIX KIT JERSEY BIB
SKU: LEV1J03W SKU: LEV1S65W
Modern design meets superior function. Using revolutionary women’s specific Pro Tour pattern technology and the highest quality fabrics, the Helix Kit is engineered to closely contour the body in aggressive riding positions to improve aerodynamics and temperature regulation. Helix jersey features Vortex panels, YKK full exposed zipper, three angled rear pockets, SLR Ion, AE Elite and Z92 Fabrics. Helix bibs are equipped with flatlock stitching, silicone leg grippers, Vero and Z92 fabrics, and the women’s specific HX8 Carbon chamois.
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WOMEN’S HELIX
EXION HELIX KIT JERSEY BIB
SKU: EXI1J03W SKU: EXI1S65W
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WOMEN’S HELIX
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SC
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We ride to celebrate the bike and the possibilities it brings… CycloFemme is a socially-driven grassroots celebration of women on bikes. We are of a growing community, for a growing community, and 100% volunteer-based. Our annual Mother’s Day ride unites riders, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity or bicycle preference to share in the joy of cycling. Year round, our global community inspires and empowers other women, by making their passion public and the joy in cycling contagious. In our first year, 163 rides were registered in 14 countries with many others joining in to celebrate in their own special way. In our second year, we grew to 229 rides in 31 countries. Ride with us as we Honor the Past, Celebrate the Present, Empower the Future of Women in Cycling.
CYCLOFEMME
“Let me tell you what I think of bicycling. I think it has done more to emancipate women than anything else in the world. It gives women a feeling of freedom and self-reliance. I stand and rejoice every time I see a woman ride by on a wheel…the picture of free, untrammeled womanhood.” -Susan B. Anthony
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WOMEN’S
EVO
NEW
TUNGSTEN EVO KIT JERSEY BIB
SKU: TUN1J45W SKU: TUN1S60W
Developed through research and performance testing, the Women’s Evo Collection represents the highest quality competitive apparel with advanced wicking and temperature regulation systems. The women’s specific cut creates a streamlined fit to maximize comfort, function and performance. Evo cycling jerseys incorporate Q3 and AE Elite fabrics with a full hidden zipper, flatlock stitching, three rear angled pockets and silicone waist gripper. Evo bibs feature the super opaque Vero fabric, flatlock stitching, silicone leg gripper and the women’s specific E6 Carbon chamois.
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WOMEN’S EVO
NEW
VANGARDE EVO KIT JERSEY BIB
SKU: VAN1J45W SKU: VAN1S60W
SKU: EVO1S60W
WOMEN’S EVO
ONYX EVO AVANTI BIB 93
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The Little Bellas is a mountain bike organization whose goal is to help young women realize their potential through cycling. We aim to create a community that will empower girls through the sport, emphasize the importance of goal-setting, promote healthy life styles and recognize the positive effects of strong female bonds. While this program is centered around creating camaraderie for girls on bikes, it is most importantly about having fun in a constructive environment.
National camps take place at large national level events and allow the girls the opportunity to meet lots of nationally ranked pros. Regional camps often have visits from pros, and the curriculum and mentoring groups are consistent throughout the summer.
LITTLE BELLAS
Little Bellas brings together girls, ages 7 to 16, and female mentors in our summer programs. We use mountain biking as a vehicle to teach the importance of teamwork, goal-setting, and participation in a healthy lifestyle. Once a week during the summer or during a multi-day camp, mentors and girls ride together at a local trail network and focus on improving skills as well as participate in team-building activities. The program is organized around a curriculum that builds upon previous skills and girls are broken up into groups based on age and ability. After the group ride, the groups participate in games that incorporate that day’s skill focus.
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WOMEN’S
SPORT
NOIR KIT JERSEY BIB SHORT
SKU: NOI1J60W SKU: NOI1S65W SKU: NOI1S64W
The Primal Women’s Sport Collection is crafted to inspire, featuring a cosmopolitan range of designs and colorways. The brilliant styling and unmatched creativity evoke the sense of joy and freedom riders find only on a bicycle. Sport cycling jerseys come with superior wicking SpeedPro fabric, YKK 3/4 invisible zipper, and three rear pockets. Sport shorts feature Priflex fabric, flatlock stitching, silicone leg gripper and antibacterial, antimicrobial, women’s specific APX chamois.
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WOMEN’S SPORT
PETAL KIT SKU: PET1J60W SKU: PET1S65W SKU: PET1S64W
WOMEN’S SPORT
JERSEY BIB SHORT
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LONDON
INFINITI JERSEY GEMINI
SKU: INFPJ60W SKU: INFPJ72W
SKU: LON1J60W
PARADISO
BOLD
SKU: PAR1J60W
SKU: BOL1J60W
ENVY
EMBELLISH
SKU: ENV1J60W
SKU: EMB1J60W
LE GRAND
ONYX LIBRA SKORT
SKU: LEG1J60W
SKU: LIB1S22W
WOMEN’S SPORT
NEW
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BLUE
CAPRICE BLUE PINK PURPLE
PINK
Available in 3 colors
SKU: CAPBJ60W SKU: CAPIJ60W SKU: CAPUJ60W
PURPLE
MAROON
FLORENCE MAROON BLUE PURPLE
BLUE
Available in 3 colors
SKU: FLOMJ60W SKU: FLOBJ60W SKU: FLOPJ60W
PURPLE
NEW
BIB SHORT
SKU: PSMBS65W SKU: PSMBS64W
WOMEN’S SPORT
ONYX PRISMA
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WOMEN’S
BLACK LABEL
CERULEAN SKU: CER1J90W
DUSK SKU: DUS1J90W
Focused on function and comfort, the Women’s Black Label Collection combines a classic touring look with upgraded features, including high visibility components and performance fabrics. Be ready for the adventure that awaits. Black Label jerseys are equipped with Venta and HexaDri fabrics, a full exposed YKK zipper, reflective flatlock stitching and three rear pockets. Black Label shorts feature Priflex fabric, comfort fit waist band and antibacterial, antimicrobial women’s specific E3 chamois.
ONYX BLACK LABEL SHORT SKU: WSPBS30W
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WOMEN’S BLACK LABEL
WOMEN’S
MTB // URBAN
Includes Detachable Short Liner
NEW
MODENZA LOOSE FIT SHORT SKU: MOD1B34W
The Modenza Short is a revolutionary product for women’s mountain bike apparel with the high performance features necessary for the most technical mountain bike journey in an unpretentious, enticing design. Built with ExoDura and Taclar flexible ballistic fabrics, adjustable waist straps, 12 inch inseam, zippered pockets and reflective piping for wherever the trail may take you.
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WOMEN’S MTB // URBAN
Includes Detachable Short Liner
NEW
ESCADE LOOSE FIT SHORT SKU: ESC1B12W
Your saddle never felt so good. The Escade features a women’s specific removable short liner with chamois to keep you pedaling on those long rides. Using premium Stessa stretch fabrics and adjustable features, the Escade can be customized to fit you. With quick button adjustments you’ll be on your way faster than you can snap your fingers. The Escade has a 12 inch inseam.
NEW
AMPLIFIED SKU: AMP1A12W
WOMEN’S MTB // URBAN
SpeedPro Fabric, Flatlock Stitching, Tagless Neck Label
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WOMEN’S
OUTERWEAR & ACCESSORIES
EROS PARADIGM JACKET
OSLO 2ND LAYER JACKET
SKU: 3ERO708W
SKU: FJOLSW
HXT Thermal Fabric, 2 Rear Zippered Side Pockets, Reflective Piping, Wind and Water Resistant, Full Length YKK Zipper
Strata and Traverso Fabrics, 3 Rear Pockets, Reflective Piping, Silicone Waist Gripper, Full Length YKK Zipper
VERONA WIND VEST SKU: WV-VERW Altero Fabric, 3 Rear Pockets, Microfleece Collar, Wind and Water Resistant, 2 Way YKK Zipper
VERONA WIND JACKET SKU: WS-VERW
SKU: RJT-WCLR
OUTERWEAR & ACCESSORIES
Altero Fabric, Drawstring Waist, Zippered Rear Pocket, Microfleece Collar, Wind and Water Resistant, Full Length YKK Zipper
Toray Fabric, Zippered Side Access Opening, Exposed Zipper, Water Resistant
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WOMEN’S RAIN JACKET
COVI KNICKERS
COVI TIGHTS
SKU: COVIK68W
SKU: COVIT54W
Traverso Fabric, APX Chamois, Silicone Gripper
Traverso Fabric, Silicone Gripper, Ankle Zipper
WOMEN’S ARM WARMERS
SCRIPT PINK
SCRIPT WHITE
SKU: AWT-WB
SKU: SCRPX10U
SKU: SCRWX10U
Traverso Fabric, Silicone Gripper at Bicep
PRIMAL 2015
SKU: NOEGT15W
SKU: P15KT15W
SILHOUETTE
LIVE, LOVE, RIDE
SKU: SILKT10W
SKU: LIVKT10W
OUTERWEAR & ACCESSORIES
NO EXCUSES
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Touted as the “Greatest City on Earth�,
New York is home to one of the biggest bicycle adventures in the world. The TD Five Boro Bike Tour opens its bridges, streets, and bi-ways to over 32,000 cyclists. A sea of human powered vehicles fill the streets of Lower Manhattan, passing the towering landmarks of the Big Apple. Riders head north through the heart of lush Central Park and continue on to Harlem and the Bronx before returning south along the East River on FDR Drive.
In all, riders cross five bridges; Madison Avenue Bridge, Third Avenue Bridge, Queensboro Bridge, Pulaski Bridge, and the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge which would be an amazing adventure in itself, if it wasn’t part of one of the most unique rides in the world.
5 BORO BIKE TOUR
From there, cyclists cross into Queens and then Brooklyn, where riders take over the BrooklynQueens Expressway before the breathtaking climb up and down the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge into Staten Island.
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Take an eclectic blend of all things cycling,
throw in the most breathtaking landscape the California coast has to offer and you get a small taste of the Sea Otter Classic. A five day bicycling festival located inside the Grand Prix race track at Laguna Seca sounds like an idea spawned in a young cyclist’s fantasy. Established in 1993 as the Laguna Seca Challenge, the first event only attracted about 350 attendees
and 150 spectators. Today, the Sea Otter Classic is a premiere event, hosting over 10,000 athletes and 65,000 fans. Known as a sprawling and energetic “celebration of cycling,” Sea Otter is cycling’s North American season opener. Professional and amateur athletes alike make the annual pilgrimage to the California coast to participate in some of the sport’s most competitive and enduring events. Hundreds of pro cyclists, including national, world, and Olympic
champions attend Sea Otter to race and meet with fans. Most of cycling’s racing disciplines are represented, including: mountain bike cross country, downhill, dual slalom and short track racing. Road cyclists compete in circuit, criterium, and road race events. Sea Otter also features cyclocross races and a number of non-competitive recreational events for riders of all ages.
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SEA OTTER CLASSIC
MEN’S PRODUCT REVIEW EVO
QX5
HELIX
INFRARED J: INF1J88M B: INF1S85M PAGE 22
LEVERAGE J: LEV1J03M B: LEV1S65M PAGE 26
EXION J: EXI1J03M B: EXI1S65M PAGE 28
ONYX HELIX BIB HEL1S65M PAGE 29
TUNGSTEN J: TUN1J35M B: TUN1S59M PAGE 34
VANGARDE J: VAN1J35M B: VAN1S59M PAGE 36
ONYX EVO BIB EVOBS59M PAGE 37
SPORT
ON YOUR LEFT J: ONYOJ20M B: ONYOS49M S: ONYOS48M PAGE 42
AIDAN WHITE AIDWJ20M PAGE 48
AIDAN BLUE AIDBJ20M PAGE 48
OUTLINE J: OUT1J20M B: OUT1S49M S: OUT1S48M PAGE 45
AIDAN RED AIDRJ20M PAGE 48
REVERB BLUE REVBJ20M PAGE 48
REVERB RED REVRJ20M PAGE 48
BODY ART PFBAJ20M PAGE 53
ROLL THE BONES RURBJ20M PAGE 53
PRISM PFP1J20M PAGE 54
BELGIAN BEL1J20M PAGE 46
DEPARTED DEP1J20M PAGE 46
REVERB LT. BLUE REVLJ20M PAGE 48
HIGHRISE HIRIJ20M PAGE 46
LIBERTAS LIB1J10M PAGE 46
ONYX PRISMA B: PSMBS49M S: PSMBS48M PAGE 49
ROCK
GD 50TH ANN. GD50J20M PAGE 53
SYNCHRONICITY POSYJ20M PAGE 53
BLACK LABEL
ONYX ONY1J90M PAGE 58
LUCENT LUC1J90M PAGE 58
DARK SIDE PFDSJER PAGE 54
STEAL YOUR FACE GDTSJ20M PAGE 55
ABACAB GEABJ20M PAGE 55
MTB // URBAN
ROGUE ROU1J90M PAGE 58
ONYX BLACK LABEL PROBS32M PAGE 59
MODENZA MOD1B44M PAGE 64
ESCADE ESC1B22M PAGE 66
AMPLIFIED AMP1A10M PAGE 67
DIMENSION DIM1M66M PAGE 67
GRIFTER GRI1J20M PAGE 47
SUSTAIN SUS1J10M PAGE 47
POWER YOURSELF POW1J10M PAGE 47
OUTERWEAR
PARADIGM 3PRD708M PAGE 70
FUSION FJPTB PAGE 70
WIND JACKET WS-PTB PAGE 70
WIND VEST WV-PTB PAGE 70
RAIN JACKET RJT-CLR PAGE 70
BIB KNICKERS BIBKNB PAGE 71
KNICKERS KNB PAGE 71
SL BASE LAYER PRTWZ15U PAGE 72
CYCLING CAP CC-PRI PAGE 72
TIGHTS TIG PAGE 71
ACCESSORIES
ARM WARMERS AWT-B PAGE 71
KNEE WARMERS KWT-B PAGE 71
LEG WARMERS LWT-B PAGE 71
SHOE COVERS SC-TBLK PAGE 72
T-SHIRTS
NO EXCUSES NOEGT10M PAGE 73
BASE LAYER PRTWZ10U PAGE 72
SOCKS
HIGHRISE HIRWT10M PAGE 73
VINTAGE VINCT10M PAGE 73
PRIMAL 2015 P15KT10M PAGE 73
ICON TALL ICO1X10U PAGE 72
PRIMAL LOGO PWLIX10U PAGE 72
TECH PRO TEC1X10U PAGE 72
SHORT CUFF PWLBX10U PAGE 72
HIVIZ
HIVIZ FUSION FJHIV PAGE 76
HIVIZ WIND VEST WV-VIZ PAGE 76
HIVIZ RAIN JACKET RJT-NEN PAGE 76
HIVIZ X1 HVX1J95M PAGE 77
HIVIZ V1 HVV1J95W PAGE 77
HIVIZ ARM WARMERS AWT-HIV PAGE 77
PRODUCT REVIEW
HIVIZ PARADIGM 3HIV708M PAGE 76
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WOMEN’S PRODUCT REVIEW HELIX
EVO
LEVERAGE J: LEV1J03W B: LEV1S65W PAGE 82
EXION J: EXI1J03W B: EXI1S65W PAGE 84
TUNGSTEN J: TUN1J45W B: TUN1S60W PAGE 90
VANGARDE J: VAN1J45W B: VAN1S60W PAGE 92
ONYX EVO AVANTI BIB EVO1S60W PAGE 93
SPORT
NOIR J: NOI1J60W B: NOI1S65W S: NOI1S64W PAGE 98
LE GRAND LEG1J60W PAGE 103
CAPRICE BLUE CAPBJ60W PAGE 104
PETAL J: PET1J60W B: PET1S65W S: PET1S64W PAGE 101
CAPRICE PINK CAPIJ60W PAGE 104
CAPRICE PURPLE CAPUJ60W PAGE 104
BLACK LABEL
DUSK DUS1J90W PAGE 108
CERULEAN CER1J90W PAGE 108
INFINITI INFPJ60W PAGE 102
FLORENCE MAROON FLOMJ60W PAGE 104
INFINITI GEMINI INFPJ72W PAGE 102
FLORENCE BLUE FLOBJ60W PAGE 104
LONDON LON1J60W PAGE 102
FLORENCE PURPLE FLOPJ60W PAGE 104
MTB // URBAN
ONYX BLACK LABEL SHORT WSPBS30W PAGE 108
MODENZA MOD1B34W PAGE 112
PARADISO PAR1J60W PAGE 102
COVI KNICKERS COVIK68W PAGE 120
COVI TIGHTS COVIT54W PAGE 120
W ARM WARMERS AWT-WB PAGE 120
EMBELLISH EMB1J60W PAGE 103
ONYX LIBRA SKORT LIB1S22W PAGE 103
OUTERWEAR
ESCADE ESC1B12W PAGE 114
NO EXCUSES NOEGT15W PAGE 121
ENVY ENV1J60W PAGE 103
ONYX PRISMA B: PSMBS65W S: PSMBS64W PAGE 105
AMPLIFIED AMP1A12W PAGE 115
EROS PARADIGM 3ERO708W PAGE 118
T-SHIRTS
W RAIN JACKET RJT-WCLR PAGE 119
BOLD BOL1J60W PAGE 102
OSLO 2ND LAYER FJOLSW PAGE 118
VERONA WJ WS-VERW PAGE 119
VERONA WV WV-VERW PAGE 119
SOCKS
PRIMAL 2015 P15KT15W PAGE 121
SILHOUETTE SILKT10W PAGE 121
LIVE, LOVE, RIDE LIVKT10W PAGE 121
SCRIPT PINK SCRPX10U PAGE 120
SCRIPT WHITE SCRWX10U PAGE 120
TECH SPECS HX8 CARBON CHAMOIS
MEN’S
The HX8 Carbon Italian chamois is engineered for progressive reduction of foam thickness, using a fusion technology that seamlessly bonds materials without chemical fixatives. The 4 density, 4 way stretch premium chamois is designed to form to the body, providing superior comfort while the Resistex® Anti-Static Carbon fabric prevents abrasion and promotes blood flow. All fabrics used are antibacterial and antimicrobial.
SIZE
WAIST IN CM
CHEST IN CM
HEIGHT IN CM
X Small Small Medium Large X Large XX Large XXX Large
66 74 81 89 96 107 117
84-89 91-96 96-104 106-109 112-117 119-124 127-132
Up to 163 163-173 168-179 173-183 178-193 188 and over 188 and over
SIZE
WAIST IN CM
HIPS IN CM
HEIGHT IN CM
CHEST IN CM
X Small Small Medium Large X Large XX Large
61 63-69 69-74 75-81 83-88 89-94
86 89-94 94-96 100-107 108-114 116-121
Up to 157 156-165 162-176 170-180 178 and over 178 and over
81 84-89 89-94 95-102 103-108 109-114
EVO
E6 CARBON CHAMOIS This 4 density, 4-way stretch, Italian chamois forms to your body providing superior comfort. The Resistex® Anti-Static Carbon fabric contributes additional performance, promoting blood flow and the reduction of lactic acid. The fabrics used are antibacterial and antimicrobial. The E6 incorporates Airmesh, an advanced filament support layer made of 100% recyclable material.
APX CHAMOIS SPORT
SIZING
The APX chamois is a top-of-the-line team chamois ideal for competitive road cycling. Using Silver Ion antibacterial Visi Grid fabric, 3 density foams, and 4 way stretch, this chamois will keep you comfortable on long rides. This chamois features an elite Air Cell foam providing extra protection that will not breakdown over time.
WOMEN’S
SOCKS SIZE
MEN’S
SIZE
WOMEN’S
XS-S M-L
36-42 43-47
S-M L-XL
BLACK LABEL
E3 CHAMOIS The E3 chamois provides superior comfort with multi-density foams, 4 way stretch, and antibacterial Silver Ion fabric. This chamois features dual density Air Cell foam providing extra protection that will not breakdown over time.
36-42 43-47
TECH SPECS
HELIX // QX5
CHAMOIS
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FABRICS QUANTUM FORCE
QX5
HEXADRI
Jersey
EXODURA
Loose Short
100% Polyester | 135 gsm
100% Polyester | 180 gsm | SPF 35
90% Nylon, 10% Spandex | 190 gsm
An aerodynamic, hexagonal patterned, lightweight fabric, Quatum Force integrates advanced quantum force based materials that control body temperature, absorb moisture, deodorize, are anti-bacterial and promote blood circulation.
Hexagonal, plaited double knit fabric with a micro yarn on the face and a higher denier filament yarn on the back. Double knit fabric has a push pull effect, pulling moisture from the back and pushing it off the face. Providing higher breathability and 2-way mechanical stretch.
Durable textured 4-way stretch fabric created with multi-channeling for moisture management and flexibility. Body fabric on the Modenza loose fit shorts.
EROMESH
VENTA
QX5
100% Polyester | 180 gsm | SPF 35
Flexible open face mesh with 4-way mechanical stretch. Allows maximum airflow to increase moisture reduction.
Plaited double knit fabric with a micro yarn on the face and a higher denier filament yarn on the back. Double knit fabric has a push pull effect, pulling moisture from the back and pushing it off the face. Excellent fabric for sublimation. 2-way mechanical stretch.
Elite Jersey ARIOIS
100% Polyester | 140 gsm An open channel, lightweight fabric, SLR has ATB-100® fabrics containing silver ions that destroy bacteria and eliminate odor. 4-way mechanical stretch.
Q3 ELITE
A spandex/poly blend bright yarn fabric developed with specific consideration given to muscle compression, elastic recovery and printability.
REZIA
Multi-Sport // Speed
Z92 has a textured gridded surface designed to break surface tension. Excellent fabric for sublimation. 4-way mechanical stretch.
AE ELITE
Mesh
Heavy Mesh
100% Polyester | 118 gsm Mesh with mechanical stretch. Black nylon or white polyester. White polyester may be used for sublimated panels or for bib strap. 4-way mechanical stretch.
VERO
100% Polyester | 154 gsm | SPF 35+
QX5 // Elite Short
80% Polyester, 20% Spandex | 240 gsm | SPF 50
Mesh with mechanical stretch. Black nylon or white polyester. White polyester may be used for sublimated panels or for bib strap. 4-way mechanical stretch.
SPEEDPRO
Jersey
100% Polyester | 180 gsm | SPF 35 Plaited double knit fabric with a micro yarn on the face and a higher denier filament yarn on the back. Double knit fabric has a push pull effect, pulling moisture from the back and pushing it off the face. Excellent fabric for sublimation. 2-way mechanical stretch.
STESSA
Loose Short
85% Polyester, 15% Spandex | 180 gsm Lightweight durable 4-way stretch made with polyester and spandex. Fabric on the Escade loose fit shorts
HXT
Paradigm Thermal
90% Polyester, 10% Spandex | 310 gsm 3-layer laminated fabric with waterproof, breathable poly laminate between brushed back and Teflon Coated/Wicking finished Polyester front. Excellent printability. Excellent moisture management. Temperature range 20-60 degrees F.
TRAVERSO
Thermal
90% Polyester, 10% Spandex | 245 gsm Mechanically brushed back fabric for use in warmers without damaging face. Dyed black back reduces “grin through,” so the white base is not as evident when the fabric is stretched. Temperature range 20-75 degrees F.
40 gauge knit and proprietary construction for super-opaque properties and excellent abrasion resistance. Superior compression and printability.
ALTERO
Wind Jacket // Vest
100% Polyester | 90 gsm
FLEXPRO
100% Polyester | 118 gsm
Ballistic stretch fabric on the gusset of the Modenza loose fit shorts.
80% Polyester, 20% Spandex | 250 gsm | SPF 50
100% Polyester | 154 gsm | SPF 35+
Z92
MTB Jersey
Elite Jersey
Plaited double knit fabric with a square grid texture for additional aesthetic appeal and slight weight reduction. Same push pull effect as SpeedPro. 4-way mechanical stretch.
Loose Short
95% Nylon, 5% Spandex | 220 gsm
100% Polyester | 180 gsm
SLR ION
TACLAR
Jersey
QX5
80% Polyester, 20% Spandex | 180 gsm 4-way mechanical stretch polyester band with hypo-allergenic microdot silicon backing. Keeps garments secure throughout the entire riding motion while promoting blood flow and wicking sweat from the surface of the skin.
PRIFLEX
Short
Wind and water resistant, lightweight fabric. White polyester for sublimation. Dyed nylon for single color applications. No stretch. All temperatures for wind and water protection.
STRATA
Mid-weight, thermal mechanically brushed back fabric. Limited 4-way mechanical stretch. Temperature range 32-75 degrees F.
80% Polyester, 20% Spandex | 250 gsm | SPF 50 Priflex is a spandex/poly blend bright yarn fabric developed with specific consideration given to muscle compression, elastic recovery and printability.
2nd Layer
100% Polyester | 290 gsm
TORAY
Rain Jacket
100% Polyester | 80 gsm Super lightweight, translucent, waterproof fabric created with textured base surface, providing improved moisture management for the inside of the garment.
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