Gobik has worked for the first time with Polartec to balance the scales, and the result is this “Black Edition"composed of two different garments for different situations that complement each other and work with the certainty that professionals of the highest level have already taken advantage of them.
The jackets Armour y Envyjackets, this one in also by short sleeve versionThe new short sleeves are "an incredible step forward for the brand," says Ivan Basso. They are two high-level garmentsThey are two high-level garments, both in terms of fabric and construction, as well as their use in extreme conditions".
According to Alberto Contador "with this series, Gobik is positioned as a very valid alternative in the harshest winter. There is no need to go to northern Europe, these cold days in Madrid we wake up with minus two degrees".For Ivan "the clothing has a great influence on the cyclist's performance. at all levels. Being comfortable and comfortable with the right temperature are important things for cycling. Here we have a couple of garments that I find very useful, one is good for cold and wet conditions, the other for intense cold."
The Armourfrom below zero
Juan Antonio Flecha tested the jacket Armour in London, on one of those typical days in the British capital: extremely wet and cold conditionsThe conditions were extremely wet and cold, zero degrees at the start, but the wind chill was at its lowest because of the dense fog that accompanied the ride. "One of those fogs that gets wet and ends up making you feel the cold in your body," he says. Flecha."I went out with the Armour and a merino thermal underneath," he continues. Maybe I should have added one more layer, an Pacer would have been nice, but I was brave to see the capabilities of the garment."
Conclusion?
"It was fine, very good. The Armour It offers very good protection, plus it's flexible and comfortable. Inside you're dry," he says. Flecha.
Contador adds: "The Armour allows you to go out at below zero and get up to ten degrees and have no major problem during the whole outing. It's adapting”.
I love the fit," Alberto continues, "it's very aero, considering that we're talking about a pure winter jacket, and it's very pleasant to the touch, with its different layers to keep you warm.
Added to this is its presence: "The jacket attracted the attention of the group," he says. Flecha of his fellow Londoners. They are used to wearing good technical clothing and showed interest in the garment. "The logo looks really nice," he boasts.
The Envy completes the collection
"This is a type of garment that people have more on hand because we use it a lot in the race. The fabrics Polartec protect you from water and cold, while being breathable.. It has sealed zippers for water. With a very wide temperature range," says Alberto Contador.
Let's remember that the Envy comes in two versions, in short and long sleeves.
Juan Antonio Flecha The day he filmed it with the people from Gobik on his visit to the Yecla facilities.
"We left with about fourteen and ended up at about ten. I was surprised by the flexibility, it feels very good, very much in line with the PacerIt's all black, with elastic and comfortable material. You hardly notice you're wearing it."
His concept, however, is a step beyond the PacerIt's a waterproof version. I have to say that at no time was the garment wet, thanks to its breathability.It's important for a cyclist, always going up and down. That feeling of change is greatly reduced.
Both fill the first and historical collaboration of Gobik with Polartec in a linear bet.
"It is not easy to achieve a balance between beauty, comfort and adaptability. Keeping the body in optimal conditions, not sweating too much, not being cold... achieving that balance is the key to products like this," concludes Ivan Basso.
By JoanSeguidor's Notebook
Photos Maurizio Borserini | Iron Arm | Flecha
