Urban Techwear

[SuE]

Quick drying and better wicking. I suppose a cotton/poly blend would be ideal for feel and comfort.

 

um, I think synthetic would stink after a few wears in the summer... but here's a suggestion: NewEra JP has caps in Coolmax fabric including a seersucker cotton/poly or linen/poly blends. Not completely logoless though:

 

[Loos Threads]

Fair enough, washing more often is the trade-off. I'd be using it hiking/climbing and after swimming at the beach so I'd rather not have a cotton hat that holds the moisture.

 

Thanks for the suggestions, but the logos and style don't do it for me. I forgot about linen - it's almost a natural summer tech fabric in the way that merino is for fall and winter. 

 

As it is, I have a lightweight Fjallraven bucket hat in a cotton/poly blend, but am more specifically on the lookout for a running cap of sorts - something simple I can fold up and stuff in my backpack when not in use and isn't too hot when I'm wearing it and active.

[SuE]

Fair enough, washing more often is the trade-off. I'd be using it hiking/climbing and after swimming at the beach so I'd rather not have a cotton hat that holds the moisture.

 

Thanks for the suggestions, but the logos and style don't do it for me. I forgot about linen - it's almost a natural summer tech fabric in the way that merino is for fall and winter. 

 

As it is, I have a lightweight Fjallraven bucket hat in a cotton/poly blend, but am more specifically on the lookout for a running cap of sorts - something simple I can fold up and stuff in my backpack when not in use and isn't too hot when I'm wearing it and active.

 

 

Have you checked out the Rapha Cap or Rapha Lightweight Cap?

 

[Loos Threads]

Not specifically, although their gear is nice. I used to wear cycling caps years ago when I was a courier and have since shied away from cycling-specific clothing. I suppose what I'm looking for is something similar but with a longer brim.

[SuE]

nanamica linen caps
 


 
 
TNF Purple Label coolmax bell cap
 

 

Not specifically, although their gear is nice. I used to wear cycling caps years ago when I was a courier and have since shied away from cycling-specific clothing. I suppose what I'm looking for is something similar but with a longer brim.

A longer, stiffer, brim is harder to fold up and stow away though... you're trying to eat your function cake and have your fashion cake too?

Edited April 28, 2015 by SuE

[Soultimate]

I have a NexusVII gore-tex bucket hat that I may sell soon, it's light, logoless and foldable.

I think I wore it 5 times max, drop me a pm if interested.

 

this one: http://hypebeast.com/2012/7/nexusvii-gore-tex-6-panel-bucket-hat

Edited April 28, 2015 by Soultimate

[justinrr]

Anyone have any recommendations for sunglasses for cycling (and also the street)?

[freecat]

I really like the Oakley Radar:

I personally wear cheap ones because I broke an expensive pair once. 

[exhaust fumes]

Anyone have any recommendations for sunglasses for cycling (and also the street)?

 

I'd get two different pairs of sunglasses at that point, but Salice is good for Euro pro vibes.

 

If you're feeling particularly retro you could get some Oakley Razor Blades, but my problem with wearing Oakley off the bike is that you look like you're ready to chug some Monster Energy.

[aso2004]

On the account of that off centre zipper, I had one on my Arcteryx jacket. It's great when you have a beard,but I found myself using two hands to close  or looking away to release pressure on the zip. Other than that it functions great .. 

[Appleseed]

Cycling = Oakley M-frames. Super light, lens swapping, good airflow. I don't wear them off the bike, but plenty do. My eyes are pretty shit, but they've got enough options that work for me w/o RX lenses. FWIW, I use the Red Iridium for most clear sky rides ('typ.' for flat/low light conditions).

[Loos Threads]

nanamica linen caps

 

 

 

TNF Purple Label coolmax bell cap

 

 

A longer, stiffer, brim is harder to fold up and stow away though... you're trying to eat your function cake and have your fashion cake too?

Cycling caps have functionally short brims to necessitate travelling at fast speeds on wheels and in wind. I don't hammer that often - I would prefer to trade a slower pace on the bike for something that shades my face to greater effect when I'm off of it; I like to walk as much as I do ride (and for similar reasons, packing slightly more hat to accommodate a better shaded face is worthwhile to me). On the contrary, I would suggest using a cycling cap for everyday use is more (subjectively) fashionable than it is functional unless you spend all day riding around with haste. 

 

Thanks for more options - I am now sufficiently intrigued by these fabrics appearing in hats, but I remain looking for something designed explicitly as techwear rather than replicating traditional styles in new materials. I would settle for a 5 panel. 

Edited April 28, 2015 by Loos Threads

[crucialkc]

there's that TNF gtx 5 panel... purple label tho 

[Loos Threads]

Yeah, wish Purple Label was available more widely.

 

Anyways, I'm done hijacking this thread. Hoping to see more summer tech wear as the days go on. Will probably go with this light nylon 5-panel:

 

 

[pompadork]

I have the goretex TNF PL 5 panel. Stopped wearing it after a few months in the summer since the black faded like shit and now it just looks dirty.

 

And re: nylon hats, I have one now. Specifically this

http://shop.beliefnyc.com/collections/all/products/parachute-5-panel-charcoal

 

I like it but it makes my head humid as shit. Doesn't breath at all and unlike 'normal' caps it doesn't really absorb anything so it just condensates inside. 

Edited April 29, 2015 by pompadork

[pompadork]

 

Out today, June issue. 

 

 

Like this arc'teryx pullover. 

[shoreman]

^ That is really nice. 

[meridius]

For those asking about caps how about this Adidas x Palace piece

 

[shoreman]

I've had about enough of Palace. 

[sp@rks]

http://www.hunterboots.com/mens-shoes/mens-original-plimsolls/black/1078

[pokpok]

 

 

Like this arc'teryx pullover. 

 

http://arcteryx.com/product.aspx?language=EN&gender=mens&collection=New_For_Spring_2015&model=Psiphon-SL-Pullover

[crucialkc]

on a footwear note, been rockin the tubulars (poor man's qasa) a lot. I like the neoprene upper and while I dig the sole aesthetically, it kills my feet. Really wish they'd release it w a different sole that has a similar profile

[ethanlee29]

^ might wanna try these: http://www.adidas.com/us/zx-8000-boost-shoes/B26366.html . different upper, but has a boost insole

[TEKsevenZERO]

^ might wanna try these: http://www.adidas.com/us/zx-8000-boost-shoes/B26366.html . different upper, but has a boost insole

I personally love the look of those, akin to the Y-3 Retro boost.

 

I'm waiting on getting the Y-3 Boost QR:

[Hokkaido]

Hello. Been lurking but didn't find an answer, so if one of you could help it would be much appreciated. I'm 5'6 around 130. How should I size on this arc'teryx piece? http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00LTVC4W6?vs=1 I prefer a fitted look if that helps at all. Have a good day (:

[Sigur Rós]

[Loos Threads]

Reversible for additional thermal conservation.

[MoreToasties]

Hello. Been lurking but didn't find an answer, so if one of you could help it would be much appreciated. I'm 5'6 around 130. How should I size on this arc'teryx piece? http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00LTVC4W6?vs=1 I prefer a fitted look if that helps at all. Have a good day (:

Small. I'm 5'8", 155lbs and I'm between a small and a medium.

[Hokkaido]

Small. I'm 5'8", 155lbs and I'm between a small and a medium.

thank you very much

[Acetate]

Dsptch.

 

Those gym bags look great! Do you own one? If so what is the hand-on quality like?

 

I have the Nike NSW Eugene duffle. Picked it up cheap on the bay. Works great and has a waterproof construction.  I think there were a few floating out there last time I checked.

That duffle looks pretty clean, i like that, especially at the eBa going-rates. Thanks!