GORE Bike Wear ALP-X mountain bike jacket and short

By Gregg Kato   June 30, 2009 Bike Press Camp

If you have any piece of outdoor lifestyle clothes (biking shells, hiking jackets, wind breakers, etc…) chances are you have something made from Gore-Tex(r). But you may not know that Gore has their own line of cycling specific apparel (both road and mountain). Gore Bike Wear makes jerseys and shorts as well as jackets, vests, gloves and other accessories.

In this video, Angela from Gore Bike Wear shows us the ALP-X jacket and ALP-X Pro mountain bike short:

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Info about the ALP-X jacket from the Gore Bike Wear website:

  • GORE-TEX® Paclite® Shell
  • Slim fit
  • Ergonomic 3D fit
  • Raglan cut
  • “High collar, ergonomically shaped”
  • Adjustable collar with easy-to-operate cord stopper for one-handed use
  • Velcro fastening for separate hood
  • Zip tags for easy handling
  • Double flap to cover zip
  • Napoleon pocket with zip
  • Reflective logo on collar
  • Reflective inserts on front pockets
  • “Reflective piping on front, back and sleeves”
  • Pre-shaped elbows
  • Adjustable cuff
  • Hem-width adjustable by easy-to-use covered cord stoppers and elastic draw-cord
  • Press-stud fastening for cord on inside
  • “Fold-away shirt tail, extra-long”
    MSRP: $269.99 

    Info about the ALP-X shorts:

  • GORE-TEX® Paclite® Shell
  • Slim fit
  • Inseam length 13.78 inches
  • Special fit for cyclist posture
  • Adjustable elastic waistband with cord
  • Wear-resistant seat reinforcement
  • Hem-width adjustable by easy-to-use covered cord stoppers and elastic draw-cord
  • Reflective piping on side seams
  • Reflective logo on hem
    MSRP: $149.99 

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    For more great cycling apparel, visit the Gore Bike Wear website:
    www.gorebikewear.com

    Gore is also involved in other outdoor sports and activities such as fishing, golfing, hunting, motorcycling, backpacking, climbing, hiking, mountaineering, running, skiing, snowboarding, and more.

    For more info on these products, check out:
    http://www.windstopper.com/

    The Gore technology is also used in many other industries such as aerospace, medical, military, pharmaceutical and biotech, semiconductors, guitar strings, and more.
    http://www.gore.com/

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    About the author: Gregg Kato

    Gregg Kato studied journalism and broadcasting in college while working many different jobs including deejaying, driving a forklift and building web sites (not all at the same time). Kato has been the Site Manager of Mtbr.com for over 12 years and enjoys riding local Santa Cruz trails. Besides being an avid mountain biker, he is also a motorcycle fanatic. Two wheels, one Passion.


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