As said above, I saw Cabela's has some gore-tex bibs on clearance. Pretty good deals. I was looking into them, but the only ones in my size and in a color I would want are non-insulated. I was wondering if anyone uses non-insulated bibs for trail riding - if layering with bibs works well enough for warmth. I use a non-insulated shell jacket, and I don't have any issues with the cold, but I feel as if most of the warmth and protection from the wind/cold comes from the bibs. I'll probably hold off but wanted to see what the opinions are on if noninsulated bibs work for trail riding or for more extreme conditions (low temps & higher speeds at times).
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I saw Cabela's has some gore-tex bibs on clearance - non-insulated for trail riding??
- Thread starter Hoosier
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If you go that route of non insulated make sure they're windproof. I've rode with some cabelas brand non insulated bibs before and they worked okay. For riding all day in the cold would be questionable.
They are gore-tex - I think that means they are wind-proof.
Grant Hoar
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I got a pair of those this year, and they are windproof and waterproof
The weather I rode in ranged from 5 above to 40 above, works well with two light pair of fleece pants underneath, although my knees still get a bit cold on 200 plus mile days
These were used for northern wisconsin trail riding
I really like them, great fit, good quality construction. After nearly 1000 miles they still look like new
The weather I rode in ranged from 5 above to 40 above, works well with two light pair of fleece pants underneath, although my knees still get a bit cold on 200 plus mile days
These were used for northern wisconsin trail riding
I really like them, great fit, good quality construction. After nearly 1000 miles they still look like new
yoopermike
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I have an OLD pair of these, purchased in 2000. Non-insulated, Gore-tex. They are not ideal for really cold temps, all day riding. However, if you're doing alot of backwoods powder bashing, these pants along with 1 layer of thermals, is just about right. My 0.02.
Thanks for the answers. I ride more on trail than off and probably will for the next several years, so I think I'll end up holding off. I know they start marking this stuff down right after Christmas, so I just have to be ready to jump on it then.
I'm really like to go with the Togwotees or Klimates, but just don't ride enough to justify the cost, especially if you can find gore-tex from Cabelas on clearance for under $150. I know they're not exactly the same, but they'll be good enough for me. The old Yamaha bibs I have now are not waterproof at all anymore, which is annoying. Plus they're way too dang warm if I am active at all on the sled (provided I'm still dry).
I'm really like to go with the Togwotees or Klimates, but just don't ride enough to justify the cost, especially if you can find gore-tex from Cabelas on clearance for under $150. I know they're not exactly the same, but they'll be good enough for me. The old Yamaha bibs I have now are not waterproof at all anymore, which is annoying. Plus they're way too dang warm if I am active at all on the sled (provided I'm still dry).
Grant Hoar
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Hoosier
Check the classifieds, someone has Klimate bibs for sale there for $150
Check the classifieds, someone has Klimate bibs for sale there for $150
I've had the non-insulated Cabela's Gore-Tex bibs for six seasons now. For really cold days simply wear 2 thermal layers. Still thinner than insulated bibs......I mean physical thickness, not lack of warmth.
Unfortunately I found out a week and a half ago when we had the 7 or 8" of fresh snow that they are no longer Gore-Tex..........now, they're just bibs ;(
Unfortunately I found out a week and a half ago when we had the 7 or 8" of fresh snow that they are no longer Gore-Tex..........now, they're just bibs ;(
I've had the non-insulated Cabela's Gore-Tex bibs for six seasons now. For really cold days simply wear 2 thermal layers. Still thinner than insulated bibs......I mean physical thickness, not lack of warmth.
Unfortunately I found out a week and a half ago when we had the 7 or 8" of fresh snow that they are no longer Gore-Tex..........now, they're just bibs ;(
What do you mean...did they start letting water in?
Yep.......riding with a wet tush is no fun whatsoever. I have a set of Klim bibs but I had gained a few lbs......now it's on the way off so I should be set for next year anyway.....
Back on the subject of the Gore-Tex.......the only thing I can figure is that an internal seam must have separated.....I looked them over thoroughly and can't find any gaps..........
Back on the subject of the Gore-Tex.......the only thing I can figure is that an internal seam must have separated.....I looked them over thoroughly and can't find any gaps..........