Gore Bike Wear Oxygen knickers

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I don't *get* the Oxygen knicker...if it's cold enough to need wind-blockers I don't want my shins exposed.

In Chicagoland, the end of summer and fall are windy, with regular wind anywhere from 5mph to 10mph (and then some gusts). I wanted to use these knickers for those days in which the temperature is around 55 degrees (maybe even 50) when I start and does not get beyond 65 when I am done. For me, warm knees are happy knees. I could ride with short sleeve on those days, if needed, but I take care of the bike engine.