#ProductReview | COLUMBUS INGEGNERIA CICLISTICA CAP

Hi riders!

Today we bring you another post about the famous cycling wear from Wingedstore, the official Cinelli store. In this case we want to show you another of their new "vintage style" cycling caps, the Columbus Ingegneria Ciclistica, black and red cycling cap.

This cap is part of a new collection that celebrates Columbus' rich history of 'Ingegneria Ciclistica' or 'Bicycle Engineering', that made it the world's number one maker of steel bicycle tubing. The North American Handmade Bicycle Show celebrates the art of frame building in its purest form, and Columbus will be there meeting with the many artisan frame builders that rely on Columbus steel for their craft.

#ProductReview | Cinelli Basano '85 Cap from Wingedstore

Hi riders!

Today we want to show you the first of our cycling caps reviews from Wingedstore, the official Cinelli online shop. The first model we want to show you is the Cinelli Basano '85. 

This cycling cap dedicated to the first place victory in Professional Pursuit, UCI Track Cycling World Championships, Bassano del Grappa in 1985 by Hans-Henrik Ørsted.

#PRODUCTREVIEW: Ellie Hayes five panel and hat...fashion in your head!

All riders need fashion products, for that, today we want to publish a product review of the Ellie Hayes five panel caps and hats!

Video Review

#PRODUCTREVIEW | Ape & Bird five panel cap and wallet...be original!

Hi riders!

The weekend arrives and it's time to publish a new product review in our site, in this case about apparel and complements... when you search for a genuine product, sure you finally arrives to an Etsy site or similar...in this case, we have arrived to the Ape & Bird Etsy shop, where have found a log of cool handmade designs...and we have reviewed two of their products, a five panel cap and a wallet.

PRODUCT REVIEW: Lima Fixed Bikes five panel cap

Today we want to start the week with a product review of a basic apparel product for all fixed gear riders (overall urban riders...), a five panel cap, in this case, from Lima Fixed Bikes, a new company based in Lima (Peru) that is working hard for the fixed gear culture in this city and country.

PRODUCT REVIEW: Cinelli & Columbus cycling caps - Cinelli Italo 79 T-Shirt from Wingedstore

Hi riders! Today we want to talk with you about apparel...yes, an important part of your fixed gear style is your bike...and your apparel! Today we want to show two basics: cycling caps and t-shirts, all of them from our friends Wingedstore, the official Cinelli concept on line store, where you can find everything about Cinelli: genuine merchandise, racewear, components and special editions.

Cinelli and Columbus Cycling Caps

Well, here we go with the review! In this post we will show you our review of three cycling caps and one T-shirt:

• Caleido Cap: the most wanted...
• Columbus Classic Cap: a classic but basic and beautiful
• Columbus Multitag Cap: all the history of Columbus in your head
• Cinelli Italo 79 T-shirt: Pure Cinelli design

Cinelli Italo 79 T-shirt

Cycling caps review

As we have said, here we have three official cycling caps from Cinelli, one is the amazing colorful Caleido, a modern cap, and the others are Columbus, more vintage, for classic cycling lovers of this brand.

Caleido Cap

CINELLI CALEIDO CAP: cap inspired by the Strato Wired carbon frame and new for 2014 Vigorelli Caleido edition.

Columbus Classic Cap

COLUMBUS CLASSIC CAP: The cardinal rule of the founder of Columbus Tubes Angelo Luigi, is that quality is taken care of at every stage of production.

Columbus Multitag Cap

COLUMBUS MULTITAG CAP: This cap takes its inspiration from the famous Columbus tags present on the seat tube. The collage includes a myriad of tube types from the Columbus archives.

Conclusion:

• All of this cycling caps are great...when you need to wear all the history of a legendary brand like Cinelli & Columbus you must have one of this models...
• Comfortable, we tested all the caps using a helmet without problems

 

Cinelli Italo 79 T-shirt review

This Cinelli Italo 79 T-shirt comes in black colour with a big logo in front and a little logo in the back. This T-shirt is dedicated to the Cinelli winged "C" logo designed by a young Italo Lupi in 1979. Lupi went on the become one of Italy's most decorated and influential modern designers. 

Conclusion:

• 100% Cotton and made in Italy, great!
• A basic T-shirt to feel as a Cinelli's fan

About Wingedstore Official Cinelli Store

HISTORY

In the 80s and 90s Cinelli owned and operated a series of cycling stores under the name ‘Gran Ciclismo’ based in Milan. These stores, originally conceived by Antonio Colombo, were revolutionary and a forerunner in what would eventually become high-end sports retail. The cutting edge ‘Concept Store’ format dedicated almost entirely to a single brand was unheard of at the time. Winged Store is the evolution of this idea, a single point of reference in a truly expressive environment available for the world to experience.

MISSION

Our mission is to spread the spirit of Cinelli. Brought to life by Cino Cinelli in 1948 and continued by Antonio Colombo when he took the reins in 1978 and built a cult icon for generations of cyclists all over the world. We are enthusiastically dedicated to keeping alive the heritage of the Cinelli and Columbus trademarks, their beauty and value for money. We want their names and logos to endure, and we want as wide an audience as possible to appreciate them, and to enjoy the Cinelli experience for now, and for the future.

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PRODUCT REVIEW: Montréal Cycling Cap from Disamare

A basic product for fixed gear riders is.....yeah...a cycling cap, and today we want to show one really special, a handmade cycling cap called "Montréal" from Disamare, they are located in Montreal and their  cycling caps are 100% local, made with care and great fun.

Montréal Cycling Cap from Disamare

Montréal Cycling Cap review

"Combining style and function, these hats keep the rain, sweat, and sun out of your eyes without fear of the wind blowing it right off. Rock the brim flipped up, or down under your helmet (safety first!) and rep your local pride." -Madeinmtl

Cycling cap ​​entirely made by hand in Montreal. Model Montreal White (other colors available)

The design is screen printed by hand and refers to the architecture of Montreal's Biosphère. All designs are original creations from Disamare, a company founded by 2 lovers of DIY and bikes!

Montréal Cycling Cap from Disamare

Montréal Cycling Cap from Disamare

-Cotton fabric prewashed and medium thickness ( hand wash recommended + do not put it in the clothes dryer machine)
- Perfect for wearing under an helmet and to protect yourself from drafts or absorb sweat
-Rigid visor reinforced with plastic and short ( 2 inches). It rises easily to not obstruct the view

They have two sizes!
The (Small -Med ) is normally a single size which fits all types of heads with the elastic . But to satisfy the biggest heads, if you are unsure or afraid to feel cramped, we made a (Med- width ), which also fits with an elastic.

Montréal Cycling Cap from Disamare

Montréal Cycling Cap from Disamare

Montréal Cycling Cap from Disamare

Montréal Cycling Cap from Disamare

Montréal Cycling Cap from Disamare

Montréal Cycling Cap from Disamare

Important: The fabric of each cap is printed manually (silk screening) with fabric ink that has been heated to avoid damages. In addition, the silk screening sometimes alters the pattern which can be darker or less apparent at some spots. For Disamare team, this feature is far from being a failure and indeed, the charm of a manual printing process! Each hat is truly unique and valuable.

Montréal Cycling Cap from Disamare

Montréal Cycling Cap from Disamare

Conclusion

• Genuine design and pattern
• Handmade, we love handmade products, they are really appreciated for fixed gear riders
• Comfortable and perfect fitted in our head

About Disamare

Cycling caps 100% made ​​in Montreal.

Disamare is a project born of a passionate bike designer and a textile student at Concordia. Amateur cyclists and lovers of manual labor, they create caps specifically designed for practicing their favorite sport. Disamare caps are distinguished by their original design and entirely local craft production.

They are in:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/disamare

Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ShopDisamare

 

 

 

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Ribcap: Not a helmet, not a cap, a helmet cap!

Surely you live in a place where winter is raw and cold ... go out with your fixie is being cold in your body, and your head is an extremely important part! But you need a hat that gives you warmth, but at the same time provide you security in case of accident (ride safe please ...).  

Well, the product from our Swiss friends have sent us Ribcap maybe help you solve this problem ...
If you come with me we'll show you what it is and what is this innovative product, not a cap, not a helmet is just a helmet cap!

 

Ribcap, the product review

Well, we started! The model that we will review is called Jackson, and we have received in two sizes: M and L, and in two different colors: brown and red. The first impression we have done is: wow! is like a winter hat and it's quite hard to protect us from any accidental hit. As stated on the box and on the label of the cap itself is made merinowolle 50% and 50% acrylic.
 
The Ribcap cap is foldable  and takes up little space in your backpack or pocket when not in use. It also incorporates the chin straps can be adjusted on both sides and prevent slipping off the cap on impact.The chin straps can be removed, but we recommend wearing chin straps fastened with Ribcap.
In the rear of the cap incorporates a reflective band. The band reflecting provides added safety at dusk and at night.
Also incorporated in the front option with or without peak depending on need.

 
I have personally tested the two models (sizes M and L) and I consider it's more comfortable for my size M.
 
In winter days is a cap that provides warmth, comfortable to use, much more advisable in winter than a classic cycling helmet, but we have to think that does not offer the same level of safety in case of impact. It is a cap designed for urban cycling, where the risks are not as high impact (at least usually!) And in return provides warmth in your head, and a touch more cool to your style!

 

 

Conclusion

• Cool design thought for urban cycling. 
• It is washable. 
• It offers a good level of protection (more info about tests conducted by the University of Strasbourg): https://www.ribcap.ch/headprotection/certified_safety/) 
• There are several models and colors to choose from. 
• Provides warmth in winter, not recommended for hot areas. 
• It is a good alternative when you are looking to combine: style, safety and warmth.

About Ribcap

In 2002, Jürg Ramseier takes part in an advanced training course for ski instructors in Haut-Nendaz. A participant appears wearing a helmet for the first time and so triggers off a heated debate amongst the ski instructors. JR was one of the sneerers in the group. He had experienced helmets as a young ski racer. The speed feeling changed as soon as it was shoved on the head. JR missed the breeze and the sun on his face the all-round view was restricted and the hearing impeded. And to this day, the idea of skiers belting down the slopes wearing crash helmets, in Schumacher-style, scares him more than anything. In 2003, JR started with the development of Ribcap. He had a warm, protective, wollen cap in mind. Protective head gear without restriction of the senses. An attractive article made out of high quality wool, foldable, light and pleasant to wear. Suitable on the slopes, on the road, on ice and in the air. JR developed, together with a small team, a type of head gear based on a totally new idea: soft protection.

 

Elation and Setbacks

In 2005 Ribcap was born. The first collection was presented at the ISPO Munich, the most important sportswear exhibition in Europe. Ribcap was immediately nominated for awards, won a renowned design prize and received an invitation for an important exhibition.
2006 Winner of the Swiss Promotion Design Prize
2006 Laboratory Design: Exhibition
2007 Swiss Design Prize nomination 2010 Bernische Stiftung für angewandte Kunst
2011 Eurobike Award
However there were setbacks: JR couldn’t for example afford patent protection and a large Swiss sportswear manufacturer attempted to copy the product. And Ribcap was unfairly attacked in Kassensturz (consumer program)on Swiss television (SF1) Now JR really needed a protective cap, in order to take the blows.

 

The new Ribcap 2.0 for city and outdoor

Criticism and feedbacks spur on the continuing development. As a result JR and his team can today present the new Ribcap 2.0 . A Ribcap with a new design, new safety features and a certificate from Strasbourg University Link to Ribcap Certificate Strasbourg →.
Ribcap 2.0: More and more for city use but still for the mountains.

Ribcap - A day in a city. from Ribcap Head Protection on Vimeo.

All our pics about Ribcap

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