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Redesigned 2015 Pearl Izumi Mountain Bike Clothing

12.09.2014
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Pearl Izumi, now part of the Shimano family of cycling equipment, has completely redesigned their mountain bike clothing line. Even if you purchased Pearl clothing last year, you might want to give it another look. Frankly, we were a bit disappointed with a pair of shorts from last summer, and only worn for a year. But things are looking vastly different for the 2015 line, and have us excited.

Pearl Izumi has been producing outstanding clothing on the road side of cycling apparel for many years, so they know what they’re doing. It just took a first generation of mountain bike clothing to realize that things aren’t the same up in the mountains or in the woods.

Take a look through some of the offerings from Pearl Izumi. New colors, new graphic patterns and new materials used in different styles look promising. We will be getting a full set of test clothing and shoes, so check back to see what we love and don’t love.

Mix of men and women's mountain bike clothing from Pearl Izumi has colors and looks that could be very popular in 2015.
Mix of men and women’s mountain bike clothing from Pearl Izumi has colors and looks that could be very popular in 2015.
Women's Journey tank top features wide straps for a comfortable and uncompromising fit.
Women’s Journey tank top features wide straps for a comfortable and uncompromising fit.
Guy's Elevate Jersey is cut to wear over armor and looks extremely breathable.
Guy’s Elevate Jersey is cut to wear over armor and looks extremely breathable.
One of the colors on Women's shorts.
One of the colors on Women’s shorts.
Top of the line X Project 1.0 feature inset boa lacing dials on top of the shoe, instead of side arrangement, to prevent contact with rocks.
Top of the line X Project 1.0 feature inset boa lacing dials on top of the shoe, instead of side arrangement, to prevent contact with rocks.
X Project 2.0 feature a lower velcro strap instead of a Boa dial.
X Project 2.0 feature a lower velcro strap instead of a Boa dial.
Women's X Project shoes come only in 2.0 version.
Women’s X Project shoes come only in 2.0 version.
The MTB WXB jain jacket looks promising. Bright in color, with a highly supple and water resistant soft-shell. Could be perfect for a lot of riding in the high mountains of Colorado and elsewhere.
The MTB WXB jain jacket looks promising. Bright in color, with a highly supple and water resistant soft-shell. Could be perfect for a lot of riding in the high mountains of Colorado and elsewhere.

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