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It is very new Pete….lol. The search is a little strange as well but we wish them luck. British companies need all the help they can get so we would be the first to applaud them for trying to take on the giants.
The picture is up now as well Imperialdata. https://www.cgrbikegear.co.uk/mens/cgr-short-sleeved-zip-tops.html
Cheers
Imperialdata,
The zip comes to the sternum. 9 inch mid-level semi-concealed zip. Shortened collars turtle rather than polo.
Hope that helps. Picture will be posted on the site once the photographer has finished the shoot.
Regards Paul
TT07,
Thanks to you as well for the glowing report. The micro-fleece polo is for exactly those conditions during the harsh weather. I have tested it this year down to -5 probably colder with the wind factor on the motorway and as you say it is not found wanting. The new Zip-Top micro-fleece has distinct advantages and were designed for those that wish to remain dressed so to speak in cafe’s etc. The micro-fleece gets incredibly hot indoors and you end up taking it off (or shed half a stone)whereas the CGR Zip-Top can be unzipped and left on while indoors reducing the need to whip it off. Zip it back up and its good to go. We use special semi-concealed zips to reduce the chances of wind penetration but wind like water is a b**ger and can get anywhere.
They wash very well and dry real quick too.
For warm/summer conditions the cotton/elastane versions of the same garments are better.
Thanks for the reviews guys.
Paul
Many thanks for the review Radar.
As you say, we customise any/all of our products and your daughter will be pleased to note we do ladies fittings. For something as simple as you are requesting there would be no additional charge. Just a polite e-mail request before your order and it would be done no trouble. We are pleased you liked it as honest biker reviews mean a lot to us.
Regards
Paul & Claire
Thumper,
Thanks for the idea we will give that a coat of looking at. We have been asked for all manner of alterations and have carried out some pretty strange requests. You are right about fashion stuff riding up but mainly this is due to manufacturers “average” sizes. The average size is obviously practical but we have found hardly anyone who likes average sizes? That’s one of the things we do best and why we are different. You tell us your desired length and we make it. Try that at Top Shop!! lol
Have you considered the all-in-one type garments?
Cheers for the thought process though.
Paul
Thats why we modified polo-neck sweaters Radar…I am with you on the neck tube type of thing.
I disagree Benji…carbon fibre technology is amazingly strong yet light. The real reason will be the high cost implications and the small number of sales as a result. We have nano-technology and can put men on the moon. Anything can be done but rarely will it be unless there is a huge sales return.
OMG think you have invented russian roulette for bikers!!
As a none fair weather rider also I have had my fair share of downpours. I only have my bike so its ride or walk for me(no contest regardless of the rain). I can honestly say however that if it never rained again I would not miss it one iota. Fun, er….no md24v4 there is a fine line where bravery stops and stupidity begins. You may have found the defining moment there my fellow rider and I pray the cold rain brings you to your senses next time before the gravel rash certainly does. Thought you advocated “ride safe”? Even world class riders lose it some times in good conditions. Don’t take up deer hunting will you.
GSF K1,
I found the one I wore always got moist around the mouth area when I breathed (no not spit or licked)and I ended up always have chapped lips and even worse helmet hair than usual. I couldn’t keep the damn thing clean either as sometimes it was a bu**er to dry overnight when you wear it every day and someone moves it off the radiator. When you get a cold/flu the nose/mouth area will also maintain the bugs and I swore I kept colds longer when I wore one.
We will not be going down that route any time soon (sorry if thats what the suggestion was)as I think helmet designers should pull their fingers out and make us an all singing, all dancing, heated, air conditioned filtered one at a price we can all afford.
Katana,
Have you been chatting to someone we know? The tourer that we are releasing in the next few months is along that exact line. Seriously, has someone mentioned it to you?
SLIM,
At CGR we produce made to measure items to your own size specifications (frequently there is no extra charge either). Please pop your head round our website door I think you will find what you want with regards to your own needs on there.
KATANA,
Interesting idea and one we shall look into. Nothing ventured… as they say.
Many thanks for the input guys.
Paul
or just keep it on my head in the (dry) bank benji. At no point is this a problem for me. My Caberg helmet has been accepted in banks, building society, the post office and local garage without so much as a glance from anyone. This supermarket had a policy that when challenged didn’t hold water. I am not questioning whether you have a problem with removing your helmet or not. I was raising the question of inconsistent policies and the fact that given the alleged security reason, whether this is discriminatory against bikers. As has been pointed out at least twice on this thread there are members of the shopping public that the same organisations would not dare ask to remove their headress (as they have less face visible). If the policy states except for religious attire, then maybe we should worship biking….oh I already do!
I am fully aware of what other options I have, but that is me having to make an allowance, where others do not. It’s only a debate Benji, not a personal right or wrong thing. Perhaps your right, sorry I started the thread now.
The whole issue is not a problem it is a joke. I wear a helmet that negates the need for the removal. The reason cited for the removal of helmets in every place is one of “for security reasons”. So as a helmet wearer you are automatically considered a security risk. Now my helmet lets the person speaking to me see my whole face. So there is no problem. Only the one created by someone trying to enforce a rule that would be proven discriminatory.
It’s like the ban in shopping centres on “hoodies”, society has lost the plot somewhat.
Max, the security person in question is known to me. The statement was not aimed at security people in general (although some fit the bill quite nicely) but this particular Retail officer. If you knew me and my background you would appreciate that I favour security and believe it or believe it not, security measures.
This no helmet policy does not deter the crook in the slightest. Where’s the sign that says “no womens tights to be worn over heads or no balaclavas to be worn in here” statistically these items are used more frequently than helmets (which as a helmet wearer, if you consider how awkward they are to work in would be one of the last disguises you would use).
My point was only to engage in debate about the inconsistent policies and deliberate discrimination. Pehaps they could have a leave your helmet and gloves here point. Then we could shop with both hands free.
