Earlier than this summer time in case you requested me what clothes manufacturers I actually preferred, I wouldn’t have thought to say Yeti Cycles. Clothes-specific manufacturers come to thoughts first, however I’m completely satisfied I attempted out Yeti’s gear as I got here away fairly impressed with each piece.
Along with the SB135 path bike I reviewed this summer time, Yeti despatched me a package deal with shorts, gloves, plus quick and long-sleeved jerseys. Instantly I discovered the whole lot match me very properly, and I just like the model’s subdued model. Ultimately I discovered all of the items nice performers too, with even the lightest clothes proving to be extremely sturdy.
Freeland Quick:
Revised for 2023, Yeti’s Freeland shorts are their best-selling quick providing loads of storage, plenty of air flow, and an total trim match with beneficiant leg size. At 5’10” I’m carrying measurement small shorts, and the 14” inseams simply attain the underside of my kneecaps. Whereas the legs are usually not saggy, the decrease hems depart ample room for knee pads.
The Freeland shorts’ predominant cloth presents two-way stretch, however their lower alone supplies nice mobility. Yeti thoughtfully integrated a gusseted crotch, leaving a seamless panel the place your physique and saddle meet.
These shorts provide two waist pockets and two zippered leg pockets, each with light-weight mesh linings. In addition they embrace a pair of zippered vents on the entrance of each legs. These vents do add further airflow on the path, they usually don’t get snagged on knee pads when left open.
It hardly rains within the summers the place I stay, so I didn’t get to check this however the Freeland shorts do have a C0 DWR end.
The Freeland shorts match me very well, principally due to the sizing and the intelligent waist adjusters. Small however efficient, the adjusters are easy to make use of (simply tug the webbing they usually comfortable up), they usually don’t loosen up as you journey. The small shorts I examined match as much as 31” waists, which I can cinch in with none bunching.
My solely minor concern with the shorts is the leg vent zippers: I put the shorts on one morning and felt the chilly zippers touching my legs. A bit cloth to maintain them off your naked pores and skin can be a pleasant of entirety.
MSRP for the Freeland shorts is $115. Males’s sizes go from S-XXL, and there are 4 shade choices (together with Dusty Purple, as examined).
Longhorn SS Jersey:
Yeti’s Longhorn SS jersey received me over with a match that matches my slim construct completely. The dimensions small jersey I examined is pretty lean within the physique, however presents a beneficiant size with a dropped tail that simply retains me coated in using place. The arms nearly attain my elbows, offering good solar safety, and I like easy rounded collars just like the Longhorn’s.
Constructed to carry out in heat climate, the Longhorn SS jersey options an up to date 4-way stretch knit polyester physique cloth, and lightweight perforated panels underneath the arms. The within of the jersey makes use of a Microgrid texture so it received’t cling to sweaty pores and skin (which doesn’t really feel noticeably completely different from different polyester jerseys).
This jersey has no pockets however features a sunglass/goggle wipe stitched on the within of the decrease hem (left aspect). In the event you journey with a pack, you’ll be happy to know Yeti saved the shoulders and again panel completely seamless. After a number of rides with a digicam pack and lots of washes, the Longhorn SS jersey has resisted warping and isn’t displaying any seen put on on the again.
The Longhorn SS Jersey sells for $70. Males’s sizes vary from S-XXL, and there are 4 shade/sublimated graphic choices together with the ‘Dusty Purple Fade’ I examined.
Tolland SS Jersey:
In the event you like easy t-shirt-style jerseys, the Tolland SS retains issues trim and primary to maintain you cool within the saddle. This jersey is a light-weight choice with a quick-drying 4-way stretch cloth and a extremely breathable mesh again panel. With scorching climate in thoughts, the jersey additionally presents 30+ UPF safety and features a HeiQ Pure anti-odor remedy.
The Tolland jersey has very refined styling, with only one tiny emblem on the left arm. It doesn’t have pockets, however features a sunglass/goggle wipe seamlessly tacked to the within of the waist hem (on the left aspect).
The Tolland jersey suits so much just like the Longhorn SS above, with a reasonably lean physique that’s lengthy sufficient to make sure good protection. The Tolland’s sleeves appear a bit longer than the Longhorn’s, reaching proper to my elbows. It has confirmed fairly sturdy, with no warping or put on and tear from packs to report.
The Tolland jersey sells for $65. Males get 4 shade choices, together with the ‘Limestone’ gray I examined. Sizes vary from S-XXL.
Tolland LS Jersey:
For a full protection choice, Yeti presents the Tolland LS jersey. This jersey shares most development options with the short-sleeved model above. It will get the moisture-wicking 4-way stretch cloth, seamless sunglass wipe on the hem, 30+ UPF solar safety, and anti-odor remedy. The long-sleeved Tolland jersey doesn’t have a mesh again panel, however it options perforated mesh panels underneath the arms.
The Tolland LS’ styling could be very easy with stable colours and only one small emblem on the left cuff. Just like the above jerseys, it has resisted warping within the wash and put on and tear from backpacks impressively properly. Yeti’s match is constant, with the small Tolland LS providing ample physique size and a lean lower. The sleeves are excellent for me, simply protecting my arms absolutely coated whereas using with out extra size.
The Tolland LS jersey prices $80, and is available in males’s sizes S-XXL. Coloration choices are Black or Evergreen (as examined).
Enduro Glove:
With their ultralight mesh backsides, Yeti’s Enduro Gloves had been my best choice for the most well liked rides this summer time. A minimalist glove with no added safety options, the Enduro Gloves saved my fingers as cool as attainable whereas offering primary protection. Conserving issues gentle, these slip-on model gloves don’t have any wrist closure.
The slim however sturdy AX Suede palms provide a exact grip really feel with no padding. A lightweight mesh materials between the fingers ensures good air flow, and the thumb and forefingers are conductive for smartphone compatibility.
I’m carrying the Enduro Gloves in measurement Medium, they usually match very properly. The finger size is ideal, and the cuffs are on the quick aspect however simply lengthy sufficient to cowl my wrists.
I discovered these gloves completely comfy: I by no means had any points with bunching, uncomfortable seams, and so forth. My gloves are displaying no extra put on or injury after fairly just a few rides this summer time.
Yeti’s Enduro Glove retails for $32. Males’s sizes vary from S-XL, and girls’s sizes go from XS-L. Males get six shade choices (together with Dusty Purple Fade, as examined), and girls get 4 shade selections.
Maverick Glove:
The Maverick glove is Yeti’s most protecting choice, that includes thermoplastic rubber logos and patterns. The rubber bits cowl the outer sides of the gloves and lengthen down the pinky finger.
The sturdy again materials presents a little bit of stretch, however you received’t get a second-skin-like really feel from these gloves. Other than between the fingers, there’s no gentle mesh or vent panels, in order that they’re not the best choice however are nonetheless cheap for all temperatures.
With a Velcro wrist closure, these gloves present a really safe match; they don’t bunch, budge, or shift round in any respect whereas using. The wrist closure is pretty small and by no means irritated me.
The palms use a slim AX Suede cloth, offering a great grip really feel with no bunching. Different options embrace comfortable nostril wipe panels on the thumbs and conductive fingertips for straightforward smartphone use.
I’ve measurement medium Maverick gloves, they usually match me completely. Finger size is per the Enduro Gloves above, however the cuff extends barely additional on these gloves. After many rides I’ve no consolation points to report, and haven’t performed any injury to them both. The Maverick Glove sells for $38, and is available in XS-XL sizes. Coloration choices are Asphalt, Turquoise or Syrah.
