Text: Miguel Caselles / Photos: SPORTFUL
Winter begins or ends. These are uncertain periods and doubts arise about what cycling clothing to use. Even more so when the gravel route enters the heart of nature, playing with the whims of the weather. The Italian brand SPORTFUL suggests this textile quartet for those cool days when you have to bundle up.
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Gravel mid-season equipment
We know that the perception of thermal sensation is subjective depending on the person and the moment. What clothes to choose when it’s not too cold… but it’s cold? Dressed very warmly we will suffocate on the first slope and if we fall short the cold will complicate the route. Maybe the Italian brand SPORTFUL can help us choose. He knows well how to manage the balance between more or less thermal insulation and the necessary breathability of cycling clothing; in the beginning he revolutionized the textile equipment of such an aerobic winter discipline as cross-country skiing. Considering that the calendar has left winter behind, below we review a gravel textile kit suggested by SPORTFUL on those days when the cold is still noticeable. Jersey, vest and shorts from the SUPEGIARA collection, equipped with practical pockets in all three garments so that there is no lack of space to carry what is necessary on the most adventurous gravel routes. We also include an undershirt that completes a basic textile quartet with specific designs for men and women. Expandable or combinable with other garments and accessories from the extensive SPORTFUL cycling collection.
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Maillot SUPERGIARA THERMAL:
SPORTFUL suggests this gravel jersey for the beginning of spring and the end of autumn or the less cold days of winter. The textile configuration of the SUPERGIARA THERMAL is anatomical, using polyester as the main fabric as well as elastane in the areas that require more elasticity. Using the appropriate size, the jersey fits comfortably without excessively compressing the cyclist’s body. It has a non-slip elastic band on the back waistband so that no matter how rough the ride is, the jersey does not move from the initial position. When worn over a short-sleeved undershirt, the touch of the polyester brushed against the skin remains pleasant even if the route has no end. Good breathability and quick drying of sweat while pedaling, stopping or after washing.
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Jersey well used:
The SUPERGIARA THERMAL jersey opens completely so that the cyclist can adjust the thermal comfort of the upper body to their liking by opening the zipper more or less at any time. Under the zipper it has a longitudinal windproof and anti-rub flap in the neck area. Both collar and cuffs fit comfortably. It has a greater posterior fall to gain lumbar protection. It has four generous pockets where you can carry what you need for a gravel adventure. Three classic backs plus one wide elastic mesh chest. Small reflective details on the left sleeve and rear side pocket help to be seen in low visibility conditions. Even if the jersey is compressed in luggage or in the closet, hardly any wrinkles form. Sold in various colors and in boy and girl versions.
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Camiseta MIDWEIGHT LAYER TEE:
Undershirt available in short sleeve and long sleeve formats. Halfway between winter and summer undershirts. It is the base layer in direct contact with the skin on which the correct functioning of the entire textile assembly will depend. It provides balance between body temperature and the necessary breathability that prevents sweat accumulation. Neck to the box. Made of 93% polyester and 7% elastane. SPORTFUL specifies that the fabric provides subtle warmth to the body while expelling and dissipating sweat vapor. Elastic. It adapts to the body like a second skin, taking on any movement without becoming dislocated. Soft interior touch. Anti-chafing seams. Boy and girl model.
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SUPERGIARA vest:
Most versatile garment. Whether from the first pedal stroke on cool days or on the go when it’s time to descend a hill or at a mere rest stop. It acts as a windbreaker while preserving the thermal sensation generated by the exercise itself. The SUPERGIARA Vest is made of polyester and polyamide, so that the front insulates from the wind and breathes through the back, in addition to providing elasticity for body adjustment so that it does not inflate during high-speed descents. DWR water repellent treatment. The zipper hides a longitudinal windproof tab. By closing the zipper all the way up, the neck remains fully protected. The back of the vest has more fall to protect the lumbar area. It has three large pockets. Two classics on the back and another on the right chest in mesh mesh and elastic side closure. This chest pocket also serves to compact and collect the vest with the help of an elastic cord loop. It takes up minimal space in a jersey pocket. Available in various colors and in boy and girl versions.
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SUPERGIARA BIBTIGHT culottes:
SPORTFUL suggests these shorts both in the harsh winter and in the less cold transition between seasons. Pedaling with legs dripping with mud is usually common on gravel routes, so long-leg shorts are appreciated. The SUPERGIARA BIBTHING is made of polyamide and elastane fabric, super elastic, with a skin-loving interior touch and scratch-resistant on the outside. Water repellent treatment in areas most exposed to mud. Several assembled panels form an ergonomic pattern that adapts to the anatomy of the cyclist, no matter how energetic the pedaling is. Zippers at the ankles to make it easier to remove/put on the shorts and provide a tighter fit. Breathability assured even under not so cold temperatures. Back and elastic mesh straps promote ventilation of the upper body. Reflective SPORTFUL logo on the right thigh and left calf helps you be seen in low visibility conditions.
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Comfort in the saddle:
If the SUPERGIARA BIBTHING shorts are characterized by something, it is the quality of their DMS chamois. It is made up of different sections and progressive densities of cushioning in order to absorb the weight of the cyclist and the irregularities of tracks or roads in poor condition. Specific design depending on whether it is a boy or a girl. SPORTFUL configures the pattern and densities of the pad taking into account that the support of the pelvis on the saddle is more upright on a gravel bike. Soft breathable microfiber touch with antibacterial treatment and a mosaic of perforations prevent the accumulation of sweat over hours. Anatomical adaptation guaranteed in any posture and pedaling thanks to the four-way elasticity of the chamois. The shorts have four practical pockets that, added to those of the jersey and vest, provide more autonomy when loading accessories and supplies. Two medium-sized sides on both thigh pads and two other small ones made of elastic mesh on each side of the waist, to prevent loss of gels when rolling on bumpy surfaces. You will find the SUPERGIARA BIBTHING shorts in male and female models. The girl’s one has a practical removable rear hook for the straps for when it’s time to go to the bathroom.
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SPORTFUL takes care of the details:
When cycling enters adventure territories, not only does the machine have to be reliable. In changing weather conditions, comfortable, technical and practical equipment multiplies the enjoyment of any gravel route. SPORTFUL is clear that in the middle of the natural spaces to which gravel cycling brings us, external aid is scarce, which is why it designs its textile equipment to facilitate the carrying of extra support clothing and supplies. In general, any cycling clothing is valid for pedaling a bicycle, but we will agree that the more specific it is, the better its performance and usefulness will be, especially if we are talking about gravel cycling. This is how the Italian brand understands it by betting on meticulous specialization in its textile collections for cross-country skiing, road cycling and gravel. At the end of the day, the sum of small details makes big differences and results. SPORTFUL makes it easy for the gravel cyclist by promoting the SUPERGIARA, FIARA and FIANDRE collections. Your website gives you long teeth!
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2024-03-27 16:45:36
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