vrkelley
06-22-06, 05:08 PM
Wool users...can we get a few raves about why the wool jerseys are better than wickng poly?
Commuting - Woolies please respond
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genec
06-22-06, 05:18 PM
Sorry to be your first reply, but back in the days of wool jerseys, I always found them scratchy, hot and uncomfortable, unlike the shorts of the day.
On the other hand, I find wicking poly quite comfortable to wear.
On the other hand, I find wicking poly quite comfortable to wear.
marqueemoon
06-22-06, 05:24 PM
gets a little less stinky (as a general rule).
more attractive designs
don't get pilly and gross looking with washing
don't need to be washed as often (see #1)
often very affordable used
It's mainly the cool/grouchy factor though.
more attractive designs
don't get pilly and gross looking with washing
don't need to be washed as often (see #1)
often very affordable used
It's mainly the cool/grouchy factor though.
Boudicca
06-22-06, 05:28 PM
Today's wool is not scratchy at all. It's warm in winter, whether it's wet or dry. Mind you I have not tried wool bike jerseys on a really hot summer day. Any recommendations?
bikeman
06-22-06, 06:15 PM
Try Swobo. They are back on the market and make a soft and washable wool jersey as well as a Lycra jersey in black that is cool and retro.
www.swobo.com
www.swobo.com
I-Like-To-Bike
06-22-06, 06:34 PM
Wool users...can we get a few raves about why the wool jerseys are better than wickng poly?
Some users always wear wool and only say "Bah!" when you mention anything about wicking poly.
Some users always wear wool and only say "Bah!" when you mention anything about wicking poly.
GTcommuter
06-22-06, 07:29 PM
Wool's just great stuff. I only wear Smart Wools socks now (got a bunch at REI's scratch and dent sale!) and wool base layer shirts are very comfortable on the hottest days. I don't have a jersey-cut wool shirt, but I have several wool t-shirts that are great. Ibis are nice, but a bit pricey. Wicks better, stinks less, stays comfortable year 'round.
Jarery
06-22-06, 07:35 PM
It doesnt dry by the end of a work day for me if it gets wet unless i have a fan on it all day.
Smell, i only wear clean gear to commute in, so its not a problem. Now if your touring.........
Best advantage I see for wool over poly in summer for commuting is the temp difference between morning and evening commute. Wool will give you a much wider range of comfort temp wise.
Smell, i only wear clean gear to commute in, so its not a problem. Now if your touring.........
Best advantage I see for wool over poly in summer for commuting is the temp difference between morning and evening commute. Wool will give you a much wider range of comfort temp wise.
toddw
06-22-06, 07:59 PM
http://shop.newbelgium.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=BJ
Have heard really good things and the price can't be beat!
Have heard really good things and the price can't be beat!