lol!
from the knickers description:
...each garment has a unique Baacode that is traceable back to the source, a sheep station in New Zealand, and through the manufacturing process...
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lol!
from the knickers description:
...each garment has a unique Baacode that is traceable back to the source, a sheep station in New Zealand, and through the manufacturing process...
Duh, thanks for hint, malkin! Now I can not only read it, but see the prices displayed in USD. Dangerous! I've bookmarked the site for the next time I get a bonus at work and I want to splurge. :o
And redrhodie - definitely lets us know how those kickers turn out. I assume they are chamois free? If so, I'm VERY interested myself (for biking AND running).
I'm selling 7 of my pure merino tops...
See thread here please:
http://forums.teamestrogen.com/showt...101#post559101
As it turns out, the shorts I traded with Red for are just a little too large for me, or my body doesn't like the padding material - or both - but sadly I cannot wear them. However, if there is someone else who wanted to try them out let me know! I would be open to trading for something else wool, but it isn't absolutely necessary. The Ibex shorts are size medium.Quote:
Originally Posted by redrhodie
Sorry those didn't work out for you. Like any shorts (or saddles), they either work for you or not. They were highly reviewed on Ibex and a lot of people loved them, so hopefully they will find a good home.Quote:
Originally Posted by Catrin
I love the jersey, btw. I can't wait until it's warm enough for short sleeves!
It is a lovely jersey, and I am glad I had two of them! The black is nice but I do like the blue better.Quote:
Originally Posted by redrhodie
I am still unsure if the problem with the shorts is they are just large enough to cause the padding to chafe/itch as my body moves :eek: or if it is the actual padding material that I am sensitive to that causes the itching. Regardless they are nice shorts and I think they would be great under tights for now, or by themselves in another month for someone who can wear them
Oh my goodness LPH, I shouldn't have looked at that!
How is their sizing?
;)
As far as I know their sizing is a little snug. In most clothing I'm a standard S, but I'm broad over the shoulder, upper back and upper arm, so I sometimes have trouble getting closely tailored tops to fit. I bought the Ever dress in both sleeveless and longsleeved - I could squeeze into the S, wool is forgiving, but fit much better into the M.
As maybe shows on the photo it's close but not stuck to me around the shoulder and upper torso, then flares gently out from the base of my ribs. If you're petite in the upper body you're more likely to fit the standard size.
Uh oh. I was about to write a preliminary rave review (since I've only just tried them on), when I discovered they have a hole. I'm not sure what to do: send them back and get a replacement pair, keep them and stitch up the hole, send them back and get something else. The hole is tiny, and on the back thigh.Quote:
Originally Posted by redrhodie
I really like the fit and weight of the fabric, but I'm not sure if they're durable enough to ride in. I'd still keep them even if I couldn't ride in them, and even though I don't run, because the fit and fabric are so nice. I think the hole might be a fluke defect. What to do, what to do?
So, I'm going to keep them. I wore them on the bike today, and the hole didn't change. It's tiny and seems not to be unraveling, so I'm just going to darn it. Since I'm going to be riding in them, they're going to get abused anyway. I think the hole is a random flaw in an otherwise excellent knicker.
A note on size, I got med since I'm going to be wearing them mainly over knickers. I'd say if you're in between sizes, size down. I wear a M in Sheebest, and I'd go with a S in these if I were wearing them alone.
After riding in them, I like them even more. They were nice and warm, and I wasn't even aware of them. They didn't stretch out in the knees or catch on the saddle like some of my tights do, and there's no sign of pilling yet (although it was just one ride).
This is them with my new jersey (thanks, Catrin!):
They look great together! I am glad the jersey worked out for you :)
Which reminds me, anyone interested in the medium Ibex shorts I got from Redhodie? If I don't hear anything in a day or two will meander over to the OTHER thread :)
I did not get any offers to buy the whole lot together in one lump, so I'm opening up the bunch to sell individually. 6 tops of 100% merino (one has sold already). See above link in the For Sale forum. Thanks!Quote:
Originally Posted by BleeckerSt_Girl
Just got my Ibex FT Hoody dress!
...And it looks awful :( This dress is sooooo generous in the waist/hips that it makes me look like a cow. I'm trying to decide if I should exchange it for something else or just return it. I'm so sad, I was looking forward to it for a week.
Thanks Lph! It's definitely on my "must resist" list now, which is one step closer to actually ordering it!
Thought I'd pop in and say hi since you have all influenced me already! Love wool, I'm a knitter and I usually would have these conversations about skeins of yarn but now I can converse about merino bike clothes. I've been plotting my commute debut for the year and want to thank you for reminding me that wool resists odors. Can't tell you how many times I've gotten an off odor from a synthetic after a workout. Seems to be something that gets embedded in the fibers as I haven't found a detergent that eradicates it. Plus I stick with 'free' types of detergent.
Anyway, started at Goodwill last night, then moved on to TJs and found that I had missed sweater season, they were all sold off or packed away. Used a Sierra Trading coupon for a bunch of wool socks then scored a couple of merino base layer tops at Overstock. That will get me started. "Thanks" for bringing Neve to my attention! While none of those sweaters made it into my Sierra cart I will keep that brand in mind for sometime when the budget allows new work clothes (not often these days!).
I could and have (in my head anyway) wax poetic about wool in all its sheepy goodnes. Is the trend in synthetics a plot? :-)
your friend in wool,
Linda
I doubt you look like a cow, but I know how you feel. I found the cut of the Ibex dress (especially because of the pockets) put a lot of emphasis on my hips, and my hips don't really need any special emphasizing. :D That's why I sent mine to lph, who I knew has the perfect shape for this dress.Quote:
Originally Posted by jessmarimba
Maybe try one of their skirts instead. I have one that's more A line, that I wear a lot in summer.
I was just about to boast to you, rhodie, so I'll do it here. I wore the dress to work and have gotten so many compliments on it all day, and some of the girls were really miffed that it couldn't be bought here. They all want you to send them dresses in the mail too :D
So I had to snap a photo outside the ladies room - here ya go - bad quality but I felt a bit selfconscious standing there in front of the mirror :D I love it!
It looks perfect on you! I love it.
Here it is on me. I kept this one because at least the color looks good on me. The cut just looks kinda dumpy, but I'll probably still wear it. It's a long story of why I had 2 dresses I didn't love. I'm happy it looks so good on you!
Definitely looks much better on both of you!! I got the long-sleeved one and I think it's supposed to be looser than the 3/4 sleeve one. I was thinking about the Indie dress (or maybe the Indie 2Nicki) but I have a feeling that being small-chested won't work with the Indie dress either. I really would like a wool dress, so I guess I'll just return it and keep my eyes open for something else.
Jess - I bet the Indie cross back dress would look great on you. That's the one I got and you definitely need a smaller chest for it. Of course, it's strappy, so more summery which may not be what you are looking for....
I have the rosa hoodie which I think is the same cut at that Indie dress and I couldn't fill it out corretly (the top). Combined with the comments about the pockets on the dress, I decided to skip trying the dress even though it looks good on the model.
Thrift shop score! I got a really fine, lightweight merino cardigan for $1.99. It should be a perfect layer for spring cycling when the temp drops after sunset.
Of course, this sweater cries out for pearls, so I might look ridiculous. I hope pairing it with my screaming yellow windbreaker will change the look somewhat.
I've reduced the prices on six 100% merino Ibex and SmartWool tops, plus offering free standard shipping now:
http://forums.teamestrogen.com/showt...329#post560329
thanks! :)
I picked up at short-sleeved Smartwool jersey (Ewetopia, maybe, in chili pepper red?) for myself for Christmas and finally had the chance to wear it today - fantastic! Slightly looser than I usually go for but it was the perfect layer underneath a windbreaker. I didn't stink nearly as much as the rest of my group at the end of the ride.
And it looked awesome with the dark red trim on my bike. :)
Tried posting to this thread the other day but my reply was swallowed by the cosmos (or operator error).
To summarize, thanks for drawing my attention to wool for biking. You're right, wool is odor resistant. What's up with synthetics holding on to smells? Any way to get rid of lingering odors in synthetics?
Thought I'd try the thrift store route looking for merino for bilking but I found out sweater season is over here. Bummer. Did get 2 merino long sleeve base layer tops at Overstock.
At last! I got a Mollie Jacket (thanks Catrin) and it's that felted or boiled wool and I am finally warm enough !
I have another jacket, it's the wonderful green but it's too lightweight for me that I am thinking of selling.... (it's Medium)
There's still a black one if you want it as well ;)
BleeckerSt_Girl, you might have better luck on ebay.
I need another jacket like.... oh... never mind. LOL
Thanks. I did sell the two Ibex Indie tops here to TE'ers (thanks you two!), and I'll leave the others up for another week or so. Then I'll Ebay them. I too suspect they might bring more on Ebay. I thought for sure the brown Shak set would sell more than anything else, but go figure! :pQuote:
Originally Posted by Cataboo
http://forums.teamestrogen.com/showthread.php?t=41630
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I would have bought your Shak if I hadn't just bought a brown shak !
Some suggestion on merino sport bra.
I searched about this and found two choices: Ibex or I/O Bio.
There's a thread a while ago, saying that I/O Bio bra is softer than Ibex.
Can someone comment about the sizing? I/O Bio bra's XS said 33, will it fit a 32?:o How about Ibex?
I'm a 34 small B and a small Ibex is just right on me.
Quote:
Originally Posted by OakLeaf
Same here.
I'm a 34A and I wear an XS I/O bio. Never tried Ibex.
One pair of Ibex cycling shorts is looking for a new home. They have moved from Redhodie to me, but sadly there is something about the pad that my body does NOT like - it itches :eek: (I did wash them several times)
These are nice shorts and they will be nice for early spring biking for someone; they would also be nice under tights. They are free for the asking, all I ask is postage reimbursement.
I'll take them Catrin. I'll PM you my info.
Happily, I sold two more tops today to another TE member. :)
That leaves just the pair of brown Shaks and the ronge SW hoody- see link in previous posts if interested. Thanks!
I'm so looking forward to getting in my veggie garden again and starting to clean up and dig while the chilly air filters through my nice cozy wool and the sun is on my face. :p
....but I have to wait several more weeks- it's still frozen solid and still covered with ice and snow! :(
The Ibex shorts have found a new home :)
Pity that I couldn't wear them. I imagine that all of their chamois are from the same material so this probably means I just can't wear their cycling shorts at all...
Oh well, they have other things that I can try. I note that Smartwool has bib shorts, and the chamois is covered with Smartwool as well. I don't know about that... Has anyone here tried them? I just noticed them at my LBS recently.
I don't like the thought of a wool chamois... although I do wear the Ibex boy shorts under my tights when I hike, nordic ski, or winter run. But a wool chamois seems, ah, thicker and makes me itch thinking about it coming in contact with my delicate parts.
I agree - I touched the chamois at the store and it didn't seem any thicker than the pad in my PI shorts - but the surface was different - of course. Considering the cost it would not be worth the experiment - especially since the mere thought makes me itch :oQuote:
Originally Posted by Crankin