The Radavist

Pearl Izumi makes some of the most bomb-proof cycling outerwear. From thermal bibs to balaclavas, the brand knows how to keep you warm during the cold winter months. This year, they released the BLVD, a merino vest meant to keep your core warm.

-Thermal Merino wool/Nylon fabric for comfort, odor control and natural body temperature management.
-Made with 18.5-micron fine Merino for ultimate luxury.
-Recycled wool insulated front and back paneling for warmth.
-Zip-secure front hand pockets.
-Metalux center front zipper with semi-auto locking zipper head.
-Zip-secure back side pocket.
-BioViz® reflective elements for low-light visibility.

The BLVD is available in a forest green (pictured) or black and is in stock at Pearl Izumi for $190.

Wind vests are great, but when it gets cold on your ride, it’s nice having a little extra protection. PedalEd’s newest collection, dubbed Tokaido, features a lightweight, packable, and insulated jacket and vest. Made with Polartec, these layers will keep your core warm when the weather changes. The same material keeps the US Special Forces warm when they’re in the field… See the Tokaido Jacket and Tokaido Vest at PedalEd.

Did you get weird this weekend?

“There is nothing like a good vest for the Spring time. It’s in the 50s when you leave home and it can be 20 to 30 degrees warmer by the middle of the day. I’ve worn this vest over a lightweight jersey with arm-warmers when it’s 50 degrees and I’ve worn it unzipped and flapping in the wind when it’s 80 degrees. Vests are one of the most versatile pieces of outerwear you can own, on the bike or off. We chose camouflage because we wanted something that would disappear, allowing it to be worn with anything.”

I’ve ordered one already but if you haven’t, do so at Tracko. Ace did a great job once again!