Nau Covers Up For Spring

NauThe calendar says spring – and while winter might hang on, we know that soon the rains will fall and wash away the snow. That’s the good news for cyclists. The bad news is that it will mean wet riding. However, Nau has you covered. The apparel maker has introduced its Spring 2014 Pedal Collection, which includes the Poncho Via, a hardshell poncho made from a three-layer blend of recycled polyester and cotton.

It features sealed seams and water resistant DWR finish to protect your clothes from the rain. A belted waist ties on the front while a long back protects the back as well as seat from wet commutes to and from work.

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Keeping Water Off of a Cyclist’s Back in Style

The British company, Water off a Duck’s Back, is set to release this fall a new men’s cycling rain coat designed to be both functional on the bike as well as fashionable after the bike is parked. Currently Water off a Duck’s Back has three different styles of coats for the ladies, but none for men. The new men’s coat is approximately the length of a peacoat, but is tailored to allow movement in the shoulders and arms where needed for cycling.

Along with style and cut designed for use while cycling, this British manufactured coat also has a‘hidden’ feature. When the cuffs are folded down, the collar is pooped up and the button strip on the back of the coat is turned over, wide reflective strips are revealed to hopefully allow the rider to be seen easier in low light situations. Continue reading Keeping Water Off of a Cyclist’s Back in Style