Whether you’re a reader/watcher of Game of Thrones, you know that as it is now October there is no denying that “winter is coming,” but for those who like to hit the slopes that could be music to the ears. And the Columbia Lhotse Mountain II Interchange Jacket ($240) is ready for the slopes during the day and nights on the town as well.
It features an Omni-Tech waterproof but breathable shell with an Omni-Heat thermal reflective liner inner insulting layer that can be worn separately. Together the pair of garments offer 20,000mm-rated waterproof fabric, detachable hood and adjustable powder skirt with drawcord hem. This is a jacket that can keep you warm and dry, but allow you to look stylish in the process. Continue reading Winter is Coming – the Lhotse is Ready
While bling isn’t a feature we look for in performance wear, sometimes it helps give us inspiration. Rudy Project just unveiled its limited edition “The Will To Win” Diamonds Artist Series sunglasses, which is available on select products with Rudy Project. It’s a series of glasses in the company’s line taken up a notch with Swarovski crystals. 
Adidas announced its support of Breast Cancer Awareness (BCA) with a line of new fitness products for October, including those that feature lightweight moisture-wicking fabric and CLIMAWARM thermal insulation for cold weather. adidas is giving 5 percent of the registered retail price back to National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.
It is hard to believe that Interbike was a week ago. It came and went so fast, but it remains among our most favorite shows of the year. We went through the camera one more time and have posted our final photos from the show floor, including this one above of our own Brian O’Connor and pro cyclist Tom Danielson. 
During our annual pilgrimage down to Las Vegas for Interbike, we had a chance to stop by the Bushnell Eyewear booth to checkout their current lineup. For those of you who are not familiar with the Bushnell Eyewear name, they are the parent company of Bolle and Serengetti – two high end eyewear lines. But it wasn’t the offerings under those two names that piqued our interest, it was a third name in the booth, Cébé, which caught our eye. 
Cyclists love jerseys and Adrenaline Promotions of Mt. Vernon, Wash. was on had at last week’s Interbike trade show to show its school spirit. The company continues to introduce new university-themed cycling jerseys. So whether you’ll wear only your school colors or want to collect your favorite schools based on football or basketball this collection is the one to beat with constant additions.
Custom team clothing is quickly becoming a popular choice among team sports. In fact, KineticShift recently had 
Today it might be hard to consider but blue jeans were originally just pants worn by cowboys and miners. But now it a fashion that is almost universal throughout the world. But tactical attire could give it run for its money. While this type of clothing has a military Specials Forces sort of look, it is also durable and comfortable.
This year at Interbike, Paris-based Kinetik Compression Gear will make its U.S. debut, showing its compression garments for cyclists, runners and triathletes. You may have seen Kinetik in the Tour de France. The company is the official compression sponsor of Team Saxo Bank.
A company on a mission to keep sweat from rolling down your forehead and into your eyes while working out is Headsweats Perspiration Technology Headwear. The company that started out with performance hats and visors is now venturing into beanies, and even keeping you free from sweat – yet still warm – in the winter. The company just released a winter line that includes the Super Duty Headband, Toaster Beanie, Fleece Cycling Cap and Fleece Race Hat. 
The name Mac in a Sac – technically Mac in a Sac 2 Packaway Jacket – still has a better name than jacket in a bag, but either way you get the picture. This simple concept, which is exactly what it sounds like a basic polyester shell that can block wind and water, fits in a small bag, a.k.a. the “sac.” The 100 percent waterproof yet breathable fabric makes it ideal for having some protection from the elements.
LYCRA has been around since 1958. Since then we’ve had time to see what a revolutionary material it is. The company that owns LYCRA just developed a three-tiered system for its fabrics: LYCRA SPORT, LYCRA SPORT BEAUTY and LYCRA SPORT ENERGY.