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<\/a><\/p>\nDetails: Roust LS Wind Jersey<\/h3>\n\n- Black\/Grey<\/li>\n
- Sizing: S, M, L, XL, XXL<\/li>\n
- 84% Recycled polyester \/ 11% Merino wool \/ 5% Elastane<\/li>\n
- $140.00 USD<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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\nThe chest\/shoulder intersection features nicely laid out paneling which made for unconstrained movement and a comfortable resting position without bunching – both on and off the bike. Also pictured is one of two bits of (subtle) branding on the garment. The front panel, shoulders and front of the sleeves all feature a stretchy wind resistant material as an outer layer that covers the merino blend fabric.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/IMC_9585.jpg\")
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Out back you can see the dark grey panels which are stretchier still and super soft to the touch. Also sneaking into the picture above is subtle logo number two, located on the lower left.<\/p>\n
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The cuffs are also made from the same plush fabric, doubled over.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nThe Roust LS Wind Jersey features a nice, long midriff with an ample amount of tail drop so you won’t get any crud where you don’t want it.<\/p>\n
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\nI really liked the way that Giro executed the built in eyewear wiping\/cleaning cloth. It’s stitched into the lower left side but left unattached on one of its 3 sides. This made for double the clean surface area and was easier to use.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/IMC_9569.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\nLastly, there is a single small zipper stash pocket for keys, a protein bar or a phone – provided it isn’t too large.<\/p>\n
Details: Havoc Pant<\/h3>\n\n- Black<\/li>\n
- Sizing: 28, 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, 40<\/li>\n
- 94% Nylon \/ 6% Elastane<\/li>\n
- Bluesign approved fabric<\/li>\n
- DWR (durable water repellent coating)<\/li>\n
- $170.00 USD<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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\nThe Havoc pants feature two slash pockets with openings at a 45\u00ba angle.<\/p>\n
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\nStarting above the knee area and running nearly all the way to the ankle are a ton of little circular dotted vents to improve the breathability, particularly around where things tend get hottest and sweatiest – around the kneepads.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/IMC_9573.jpg\")
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The waist closure is a bit different. It features two buttons and a thin velcro strip between them sitting at a 45\u00ba angle because hey, you can never be too safe! The fly is a standard average length zipper. I found those features easy to get along with and sturdy.<\/p>\n
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There are also two velcro cinches as well as a few belt loops.<\/p>\n
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There is also a bit more ventilation sitting critically placed on a flexible panel just below the waist band.<\/p>\n
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/IMC_9566.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\nLastly, there is a single additional side pocket with a zipper closure positioned below the\u00a0 main slash pocket on the right leg. To be honest, I found this to be a bit strange in its execution. More on that below…<\/p>\n
On the trail<\/h3>\n
Beginning with the jersey and its fit, I found the sizing to be accurate. At 6 foot tall I found the size Large that I tested to be slightly generous in length in both the midriff and the limbs, but not exceedingly so. The cut wasn’t bulky, but rather was fairly trim overall. Because I’m long limbed I’m used to things feeling a little short, but that wasn’t the case here so keep that in mind. I found the merino blend fabric to have an excellent surface feel on my skin and the proportionality \/ cut and sew was spot on. This jersey felt ever so slightly heavy in relation to Giro’s recommended temperatures (40-60\u00baF) and I mainly found myself happily wearing it on the lower end and very comfortably below that range, which is fine, but worth pointing out.<\/p>\n
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/IMC_9557.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\nThe fabric tasked with blocking wind did an excellent job while still managing moisture nicely…It never became heavy with sweat despite its wind repellant properties. Complimenting that at the rear was the poly\/merino blend. All in all I found that it wicked moisture better than most and was extremely comfortable. After a few months of constant usage it has shown no signs of shrinking, degradation, pilling or decreased performance. It also hasn’t taken on any weird odors, which is a huge bonus. While the jersey itself is relatively simple, I did appreciate the two small features called out above – the eyewear cleaning fabric patch and the small stash pocket.<\/p>\n
As for the Havoc pants, again let’s start with fit. I found them to be true to size. With a 31″ waist, per usual,\u00a0 I was stuck in between sizes but found them overall to be accurately cut and managed to have a secure but comfortable fit via the waist band and its two effective velcro cinch tabs. The inseam length was proportionate and appropriate, but it’s worth mentioning that Giro doesn’t offer a Long sizes. That said, they do have seven sizes in total, which is pretty darn good. The fabric was very stretchy and on my first few rides I did notice the DWR coating’s tendency to repel water nicely, but per usual that only lasts so long. While this surface treatment is great, these are a more breathable and stretchy option with less of an emphasis on waterproofing, so if you want to maintain their moderate water shedding properties you’ll likely want to reapply a spray coating on your own terms after every few washes.<\/p>\n
Out back you can see the dark grey panels which are stretchier still and super soft to the touch. Also sneaking into the picture above is subtle logo number two, located on the lower left.<\/p>\n The cuffs are also made from the same plush fabric, doubled over.<\/p>\n The Roust LS Wind Jersey features a nice, long midriff with an ample amount of tail drop so you won’t get any crud where you don’t want it.<\/p>\n Lastly, there is a single small zipper stash pocket for keys, a protein bar or a phone – provided it isn’t too large.<\/p>\n The waist closure is a bit different. It features two buttons and a thin velcro strip between them sitting at a 45\u00ba angle because hey, you can never be too safe! The fly is a standard average length zipper. I found those features easy to get along with and sturdy.<\/p>\n There are also two velcro cinches as well as a few belt loops.<\/p>\n There is also a bit more ventilation sitting critically placed on a flexible panel just below the waist band.<\/p>\n Lastly, there is a single additional side pocket with a zipper closure positioned below the\u00a0 main slash pocket on the right leg. To be honest, I found this to be a bit strange in its execution. More on that below…<\/p>\n Beginning with the jersey and its fit, I found the sizing to be accurate. At 6 foot tall I found the size Large that I tested to be slightly generous in length in both the midriff and the limbs, but not exceedingly so. The cut wasn’t bulky, but rather was fairly trim overall. Because I’m long limbed I’m used to things feeling a little short, but that wasn’t the case here so keep that in mind. I found the merino blend fabric to have an excellent surface feel on my skin and the proportionality \/ cut and sew was spot on. This jersey felt ever so slightly heavy in relation to Giro’s recommended temperatures (40-60\u00baF) and I mainly found myself happily wearing it on the lower end and very comfortably below that range, which is fine, but worth pointing out.<\/p>\n The fabric tasked with blocking wind did an excellent job while still managing moisture nicely…It never became heavy with sweat despite its wind repellant properties. Complimenting that at the rear was the poly\/merino blend. All in all I found that it wicked moisture better than most and was extremely comfortable. After a few months of constant usage it has shown no signs of shrinking, degradation, pilling or decreased performance. It also hasn’t taken on any weird odors, which is a huge bonus. While the jersey itself is relatively simple, I did appreciate the two small features called out above – the eyewear cleaning fabric patch and the small stash pocket.<\/p>\n As for the Havoc pants, again let’s start with fit. I found them to be true to size. With a 31″ waist, per usual,\u00a0 I was stuck in between sizes but found them overall to be accurately cut and managed to have a secure but comfortable fit via the waist band and its two effective velcro cinch tabs. The inseam length was proportionate and appropriate, but it’s worth mentioning that Giro doesn’t offer a Long sizes. That said, they do have seven sizes in total, which is pretty darn good. The fabric was very stretchy and on my first few rides I did notice the DWR coating’s tendency to repel water nicely, but per usual that only lasts so long. While this surface treatment is great, these are a more breathable and stretchy option with less of an emphasis on waterproofing, so if you want to maintain their moderate water shedding properties you’ll likely want to reapply a spray coating on your own terms after every few washes.<\/p>\n<\/a>
\nThe chest\/shoulder intersection features nicely laid out paneling which made for unconstrained movement and a comfortable resting position without bunching – both on and off the bike. Also pictured is one of two bits of (subtle) branding on the garment. The front panel, shoulders and front of the sleeves all feature a stretchy wind resistant material as an outer layer that covers the merino blend fabric.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a>
\nI really liked the way that Giro executed the built in eyewear wiping\/cleaning cloth. It’s stitched into the lower left side but left unattached on one of its 3 sides. This made for double the clean surface area and was easier to use.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\nDetails: Havoc Pant<\/h3>\n
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\nThe Havoc pants feature two slash pockets with openings at a 45\u00ba angle.<\/p>\n<\/a>
\nStarting above the knee area and running nearly all the way to the ankle are a ton of little circular dotted vents to improve the breathability, particularly around where things tend get hottest and sweatiest – around the kneepads.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\nOn the trail<\/h3>\n
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