WINTER IN MAY...there are some positives.
Rachael Davies @Cyclingthighs Instagram
Are we in May? Or has this lockdown affected my brain that much that I have teleported into Autumn/Winter either side of 2021. In stark contrast to last year when we were basking in a heatwave, I was on furlough and riding my bike all day like every day was a Sunday. I’m not complaining this time though as there is a silver lining because what this means is, I’m getting my wear and monies worth out of my Primal custom club kit….the winter one.
The winter kit was ordered earlier in the year through my cycling club kit store. On the list were winter bib tights, heavyweight jersey and the Primal Aliti Thermal jacket. Once the kit store closes, custom James W, submits this and bish bash bosh, 8 weeks later the kit arrives at your door, or with your kit secretary. You rip the tags off, try on the kit, admire yourself in the mirror, take a few selfies, tell your cycling club what has arrived and pray for a cold but dry spell….
https://www.primaleurope.com/collections/custom-jackets-gilets/products/womens-aliti-jacket
Well, I prayed, and He answered because there has only been a few occasions this year where I have worn bib shorts and my legs have turned blue. However, the winter kit is fab!!! It has been tested in very frosty conditions, in the rain and on my club 103 mile event this month.
The padding on the bib tights is perfect for long days in the saddle, no fidgeting or adjusting in the seat thanks to the 4 way progressive reduction in chamois that moulds to you rather than crushes. The bib straps are long enough to not pull down on your shoulders and the Aliti Thermal jacket is a piece of magic in customised Chatteris Cycling Club colours. This has really proved to be an essential item for cold days on the bike. Its cut is flattering for the female form and really keeps the cold out, so no more shivering after you stop and get pedalling again waiting to warm up. The jacket has a concealed rear zipper for holding essentials and big enough to fit a mobile phone (Samsung plus size) and other small essentials. This is also available in standard style from the Primal Europe online store in both men and women’s range. If you're after summer and regular custom ranges they can offer so many options.
While on the subject of custom kit, I am looking forward to the arrival of more custom kit in the “BRAVE” range. Designed by my fellow primal brand ambassador Karl for Tommys the baby charity. A donation for each jersey goes directly to Tommys and Karl, myself and our small team will be wearing the custom kit on our July Adventure, The West Highland Way, this will be made up of 22 miles running, 3 mile swim (or kayak) in the loch, followed by an 88 mile cycle to Fort William, on day 2 is a hike up Ben Nevis. You can find out more about this on the Instagram page @run.swim.bike.hike
For more information on Primal Europe customised range head to www.primaleurope.com
