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We're usually fine with pairing knee and leg warmers with our favorite bib shorts until late fall, at which time we're left with a choice to make either submit to the trainer or push on outside. Like us, we know that most of you prefer the latter, which means that clothing selection becomes key. For those late season rides, Garneau created its new Course Elite Women's Bib Tights, using several of its top element blocking fabrics to keep you warm, dry, and comfortable throughout all of your winter riding adventures. For the bulk of the Course Elite's leg panels, a fabric known as HeatMaxx was employed. This is a Roubaix type material with a smooth outer surface and a brushed micro fleece lining. It's also a stretchy fabric that strikes a fine balance between keeping you warm and not restricting movement with any bulky materials. A second layer of HeatMaxx was added to the knees, which provides additional warmth and ease of movement at this flex point. The material's composition works to keep your legs warm, while at the same time, ensuring that you stay dry through its exceptional wicking capabilities. For additional protection against the elements, Garneau strategically placed its Super Light Dry material to the tights' front and back panels. Super Light Dry provides a light layer of wind and water repellency through its stretchy, breathable polyester composition. For the bib tights' uppers, Garneau used a blend of its Power Mesh and Carbon X Mesh. These fabrics introduce a heightened level of ventilation around your torso for general breathability, while also providing a great deal of stretch and adaptability to the straps. The tights feature nine panels in total, stitched together with friction minimizing flatlock seams. Garneau included its women's specific 5Motion insert into the Course Elite bib tights. This chamois uses a 3D, pre shaped wing design that moves in unison with your body. After all, a non conforming insert is one of the leading causes of ...
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