Singlespeed & Fixed Gear - OT sorta.. Eco-Friendly Bike Jerseys?

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buffalo_cody
01-25-11, 10:30 AM
I posted this to the general cycling forum, and haven't gotten any responses. I was thinking some of you guys & gals might be a little more hip to this kind of stuff.

Does anybody know of source for eco-friendly bike jerseys? Something like recycled PET, or sustainable materials (bamboo, wool), and made in the U.S (where I live) would be a plus too.

I found this one (http://www.atayne.com/shop/mens-gear/mens-cycling-clothing/mens-grind-cycling-jersey.html) (recycled PET & made in the U.S.A) but I was wondering what my other options might be.

Thanks

JohnDThompson
01-25-11, 06:41 PM
Wool's good.
Born
01-27-11, 04:19 PM
http://cimacoppi.ca/merino-wool-jerseys

They use mostly recycled merino wool and are handmade in Vancouver, BC. Cool retro designs too

PluperfectArson
01-27-11, 05:10 PM
May I ask why?
cal_gundert05
01-31-11, 02:57 PM
May I ask why?

If it's available, perfectly functional, and easier on the environment than other products out there, then why not?

<rant>Some people (not necessarily PluperfectArson) have the notion that choosing or adopting an eco-friendly (or fair trade, etc) product or practice is making a commitment to a certain lifestyle--as if it requires them to quit their job and get rid of all their worldly possessions. I don't think that's the case. So choosing the eco-friendlier alternative (like, say, Pedro's Bio-Grease or Phil Wood Biolube) can have a reduced negative environmental impact without lowering one's quality of life. And if that's the case, then why not do it.</rant>
bbattle
02-01-11, 12:24 PM
Lot of good wool jerseys out there. vintagevelos.com http://www.woolistic.com/

lots on eBay all the time: http://www.retrocyclingvintage.com/campagnolo-cycling-jersey-for-sale

http://www.qbike.com/listing/Wool_Jersey/

http://www.oregoncyclewear.com/woolcyclingjerseys.html

http://www.ewnr.com/ also has some bamboo t-shirts.