Gore Bike Wear Oxygen knickers

[pll]

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.

[Becky]

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.

Same here. I would love to find a pair of knickers (not Oxygens!!) and a pair of very lightweight tights, both with some windblocking on the front only. Thermal fabrics, for me, are an ineffective solution on windy fall days: they make me both hot and chilled all at the same time.

[Catrin]

I had such a problem finding tights with chamois that I liked that I went the other direction. I've lighter weight Sugoui Mid Zero tights without chamois (for temps above 48 degrees), and PI Amfib without chamois for lower temps. As far as a chamois I usually just use the insert from my Terry mtb shorts and that works for me. Especially with the Amfibs I've great wind-blocking in the front and have the added benefit to be able to wear either pair of tights under my jeans for winter hikes.

I've tried on Gore tights but they didn't fit me right - regardless of chamois. Would love to try Assos someday, but that is outside of my price range...