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Old 01-18-19, 02:06 PM
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Originally Posted by patrickevega
I ride in the NE US, lots of hills, temps range between single digits and 30s. Often hitting 25+ on downhills and freezing. Bike shop sold me a bontrager outer shell (wearing base layer) stated it would break the wind, not even close. I am interested in recommendations for outer shell that is wind proof or close to it. I dont mind some chill but what I have tried so far is not enough. thanks
not sure if I understand. you're wearing a single outer shell & a single base layer in temps & speeds as described? I don't think the issue is the outer shell, meaning I wold want something in between those 2 simple layers. something that actually insulates, like my fleece shirt, for example
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