Originally Posted by
expatbrit
My Gabba is my go to for anything. Today I did NOT wear it, but did have Sugoi arm warmers, a merino t-shirt under a summer jersey, and was nowhere near as comfy in 45F/7C. Also was struggling to go hard enough to get warm, for some reason.
I have an Alpha ROS too. Had the original Alpha, but the paramedics sliced that off me last November. After 1 interrupted ride.
First off, glad you're back in business!
SLICED off? By
paramedics? That sounds serious.
It was only my 2nd or 3rd ride in the Gabba but I'm very happy with that piece of kit. Once it gets close to 10C, i want to have some wind block on my torso. The summer jerseys vent too much and even with a thick merino base layer (eg icebreaker 260 weight), too much cold air gets through and hits my body - in my experience. The Gabba confirms I can get away without wind block on my arms. BTW, i was also wearing my full Assos leg warmers under the thermal knickers - i don't need shoe covers with that setup and I'm riding more on the leisurely side so not overheating.
I'm thinking to try a short pull in the rain (it's been almost constant here the last week except for Tuesday) this weekend. If the temps stay low then I'll use my Louis Garneau jacket rather than the Gabba (full sleeves, high neck).