Originally Posted by a1penguin

I'm..... thrifty and I broke down and purchased REI Headwind pants for $60 (on sale) and feel like it is a good investment. Zippers on the bottom, room for tights or leg warmer layer, long enough to cover my ankles. The front does a good job of keeping the wind out and is somewhat water repellent and the back of the legs breathe. I consider these money well spent. I also spent about $60 on a neon yellow cycling jacket, also worth the money.