Gobik Package Evaluation: Gobik present race clothes to the INEOS Grenadiers and Movistar groups, so it’s being put by way of its paces on the highest degree, now it has come to me for a radical testing… Fifteen years in the past, Gobik began making customised biking membership clothes in Murcia, Spain, which isn’t that removed from the place I reside. Clearly, I’ve seen the workforce clothes at races, however you could go for experience to really feel the way it performs… in motion!
I don’t keep in mind ordering pizza
When the package arrived, I used to be certain it was a pepperoni pizza. In contrast to so many prime finish bike clothes firms, they use ‘regular’ packaging, not following the Apple fashion of fancy containers. Ultimately, it comes down how good the clothes is… You don’t put on the field it is available in.
Males Lancer Bib – Black
Alastair Hamilton PEZ sez: Gobik’s Lacer bib shorts are their latest and ‘most superior’, in their very own phrases. My first impression was of consolation and an excellent match. I gave them the Zwift check for an hour and there have been no complaints. The seat pad is made up with two separate pads, which at first I assumed was going to be too thick, however as soon as on the saddle it compresses down and provides a really snug experience. With many individuals now utilizing 3-D saddles, you possibly can really feel the sample with a thinner pad, no downside with the Gobik pad. It does really feel thick, however on no account is it like a toddler’s nappy.
The fabric of the pad that goes subsequent to your pores and skin is good and delicate and likewise doesn’t transfer round in your butt. It’s not as thick within the mid space and spherical the perimeters and the entrance space has respiration holes in your ‘household jewels’, to maintain the whole lot ‘contemporary’. Gobik say the leg size is 2cm longer, however I didn’t actually discover because the leg suits very snugly, you possibly can fairly properly selected how far down your leg you need them to go. The legs are held in place with three units of dots which cease any using up or falling down, with none constriction. There are two appears on the legs, which feels and appears good.
The straps are broad and elastic on the entrance and over the shoulders, however of a mesh materials on the again. There’s a race radio pouch on the again, which might be useful for one thing else, though I can’t suppose what. The bibs are made of various supplies (learn the tech bellow), the legs and facet panels have extra of a lycra really feel and the central half appears thicker, however breathable. The logos are small and never obtrusive, refined.
Unisex Avalon Lengthy Sleeve Jersey – Ink Black
I used to be a bit shocked once I noticed that Gobik had despatched me a protracted sleeve jersey, however the climate now we have needed to endure in the intervening time, I used to be fairly happy, though black just isn’t my favorite color in jerseys. For a light-weight jersey it’s heat sufficient for a spring day, it was 16ºC and overcast, the day I had a check experience, however together with the bottom layer, I used to be heat sufficient. Once more it was a cushty match, physique hugging with none squeezing. The sleeves are tight, however not constricting.
Full zip, clearly, with a pleasant contact of Gobik printed on the enamel of the zip. There’s a low collar on the again that comes down on the entrance. The waist is elasticated, with a broader part on the again that has rubberised grip to carry it down, or up. Three rear pockets in a special materials that has been double stitched for additional energy, though no small zipped pocket, which coaching jersey’s ought to have. Speaking of sewing, all of the appears are double or triple stitched with additional strengthening on the pockets. Logos front and back and on the sleeve, once more refined class.
Males Base Layer Second Pores and skin – Salt
Base layers have gotten thinner and tighter through the years, however they work so a lot better that the previous vests us ‘previous guys’ had previously. The Gobik second pores and skin base layer is constituted of breathable materials which retains you cool and takes the sweat away from the pores and skin, though I didn’t sweat a lot. As it’s one other layer, it does additionally add heat, which I used to be extra excited about in the intervening time, however come August…
The bottom layer is physique hugging and suits properly beneath any jersey with out rucking up. The tail on the again is longer to tuck in and take care of the decrease again. All of the stitching is ideal and powerful and properly made. Good to put on in all climate situations.
Unisex Socks Vortex – Salt
I’ve by no means worn aero socks, which should be the reason for my gradual speeds. Fellow PEZ-man, Chuck Peña, would love the hight of those socks, perhaps a bit excessive for ‘old fashioned’, however no less than they’re white. The higher a part of the socks is product of a breathable stretchy materials that you just don’t even really feel in your legs and holds the form of your legs. They wont slide down (even with furry legs), as there’s a silicone band across the prime, which isn’t too tight.
The foot part is formed for the heel and toe and is delicate and elasticated. The foot is a thicker materials for additional consolation and are clearly marked ‘left’ and ‘proper’, useful so long as which foot is which? I don’t know what number of watts the aero socks saved, however they match properly and are snug. I must attempt them on an extended experience for full check.
My general opinion: The Gobik package may be very good to put on. Other than not having a small rear zip pocket, I’ve no complaints. I’d say the bib shorts and the socks are glorious. The jersey, which I actually like for cooler days, and the bottom layer are properly made, work and match properly, however there are comparable available on the market. The bib shorts are superb, properly becoming and with probably the greatest pads I’ve ridden. I’ve discovered a brand new favorite piece of clothes. The socks are tremendous snug. The hight doesn’t actually trouble me, however I wouldn’t need the tan marks later within the yr. Nice package, i simply want the climate.
Gobik sez:
Males Lancer Bib Black
Uncover the final word expression of innovation and racing efficiency. Designed with a minimalist method and made with 4-Means Stretch material, these shorts provide optimum muscle compression and unparalleled adaptability. Its prolonged leg size is designed to satisfy the very best calls for of the professionals, offering larger protection and compression within the thighs.
Expertise
- Wraparound and minimalist sample designed solely for competitors. Its 4-way stretch lycra material offers nice muscle compression and flexibility to the bike owner’s anatomy, avoiding parasitic actions that intervene with peddling.
- Using bonding processes permits the elimination of seams, minimising friction and rising the consolation of the garment.
- The chosen material is extremely breathable and light-weight, with nice resistance to abrasion, whereas offering glorious solar safety of fifty+. UPF.
- The brand new ergonomic shoulder straps with prolonged width are laser-cut and have thermosealed ends. Graphene yarn is used of their building, which favours thermal regulation and offers antibacterial and odor neutralising qualities. It additionally prevents moisture retention, limiting weight acquire resulting from moisture accumulation.
- A central mesh opening on the again facilitates the evacuation of physique warmth. Because of the heat-sealing, it has no seams and likewise has a pocket to retailer the radio transmitter if wanted.
- It incorporates the distinguished chamois of the Italian specialist Elastic Interface®, probably the greatest choices for lengthy period routes, with totally different density foams with elastic reminiscence that present nice restoration capability. The central channel improves blood circulation and reduces stress, whereas the material with graphene yarns prevents bacterial proliferation and manages moisture optimally. Its anatomical multidirectional curvature offers adherence to the bike owner’s motion and makes contact with the pores and skin very delicate.
- The leg size has been prolonged by +2 cm in comparison with the GOBIK normal, protecting extra of the thigh and rising the diploma of muscle compression.
- The adjustment to the thighs is carried out with a clear laser-cut end. Inside, a 3D natural grip ensures the proper maintain, avoiding the usage of the basic silicone tape with seams.
Unisex Avalon Ink Black Lengthy Sleeve Jersey
Get pleasure from biking in intermediate seasons with a mannequin that can give you the right safety with out extra heat. Simple to mix with different clothes, light-weight, versatile and with a really delicate really feel, because of a stable high-performance material. Its refined construction will give you superior aerodynamics with an avant-garde fashion.
Expertise
- It has a stable material with excessive elasticity, which adapts to our physique completely, with out limiting the actions on the bike and offering a delicate contact with our pores and skin. Its studied grammage offers an ideal thermal safety with out being scorching, simply what we’re in search of in intermediate seasons, in addition to being excellent to mix with different layers and prolong its temperature vary.
- Textured areas have been rigorously organized on sleeves, yoke and pockets, enhancing wind dispersion and aerodynamics. Additionally contributing to it is a hidden collar with a clear, streamlined aesthetic that avoids turbulence.
- The sleeve cuffs are completed with laser expertise, avoiding seams and contributing to the aerodynamic enchancment and a clear and avant-garde aesthetic.
- The uncovered zipper offers a dynamic visible look and encompasses a screen-printed emblem. It has an ideal elasticity to keep away from the formation of wrinkles within the stomach, enhancing aesthetics and attaining a greater match and aerodynamics.
- Within the again, now we have 3 pockets with the revolutionary patented GRS system (Gobik Retention System), which prevents the lack of our belongings.
- The waistband is rigorously completed, with a minimalist wanting heat-sealed entrance and an prolonged width again strap with built-in silicone, which conveniently secures the garment to the bib shorts.
- There isn’t any scarcity of reflective particulars to extend visibility in low mild situations.
Males Base Layer Second Pores and skin Salt
Extremely-lightweight and extremely breathable, with second-skin match. Regulates temperature, transporting sweat to higher layers, making us really feel dry and cozy. Designed to carry out at its greatest in moist and dry situations. Warmth and humidity.
Expertise
- Silky 3D material has glorious breathability. It stands out for its excessive diploma of elasticity, lightness and luxury. Along with its second-skin match, it manages to evacuate sweat and transports it to higher layers, serving to to manage our physique temperature.
- All seams are flatlocked for max consolation.
- A delicate contact material is used on the inside collar to keep away from chafing.
- Its mild weight offers an unbeatable feeling of consolation and lightness.
Unisex Socks Vortex Salt
Within the combat in opposition to the clock, each element issues. We’ve designed these socks with an prolonged top inside UCI requirements, with a perforated material with low wind resistance, which affords optimum temperature regulation. The inside silicone print ensures grip by making a second-skin impact, which additionally contributes to aerodynamics by dishing out with the basic hem.
Expertise
- Made solely of Meryl® Skinlife with silver ions, fibers that give the material bacteriostatic properties and favour the dissipation of sweat.
- Lengthy size with top allowed inside UCI requirements.
- Made with a textured material with a excessive proportion of elastane for prime elasticity and low wind resistance. Perforated construction for optimum temperature regulation.
- Inner anti-slip silicone print on the higher finish that ensures adherence throughout the whole outing, making a “second pores and skin” impact because of the absence of hem.
- Low profile seams that improve consolation within the instep space.
- Superior base density for optimum shoe really feel.
- Elastic band within the plantar arch space for additional consolation.
- Bolstered construction in heel and toe for improved sturdiness.
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