Freeze-Out

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  1. A.M

    A.M Moderator Staff Member

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    Lints suggested I go pick up some Freeze-Out at Cycle Gear. So that's just what I did.

    Two things:

    1. If you want some, go get some! Cycle Gear has a killer sale on them. Yes, things are usually on sale, but these had more discounts...and not just because I know the peeps there. $220 worth for $80.

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    2. Has anyone used the gear? Reviews were good. My initial review is that it's awesome. But temp was only 50.

    I guess a 3rd thing: buying women's gear in store sux...sizes out or one size fits all...which really doesn't. Glove liners are a bit too big as is the balaclava. I have XS helmet size, so it would be nice to have the same for head cover. So if you have a small head, you may wanna shop around for others.
     
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    Put it all on and post a picture, we'll let ya know if it fits correctly
    PLEASE


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    What he said ^ ...
     
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    Hmmm...that would be helpful to the ladies who may see this.
     
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    I've used the lowers for a few years now. To put it simply they work, blocks the wind as advertised. I will typically wear 'em under riding jeans in the early fall & spring. I work second shift so the ride home was typically much cooler than the ride in. Their small size when folded makes em pretty convenient. You can fit a top & bottom in a tank bag. Overall they've held up well. I think the set I have now is the better part of 4-5 years old & don't show any signs of excessive wear.
     
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    Both the Freeze-Out and Heat-Out stuff works pretty well but I've already had a couple of pieces that needed to be replaced. Here is were their warranty comes in handy, just go in and exchange it. Although the Heat-Out stuff when new has a very odd "rubber" smell to it.

    Although these two products work well, I also have other products that have a better fit and comfort to them, some did cost a bit more than the Bilt stuff and others about the same. Where the Freeze out holds its own is in the wind stopping properties of the gear. If layering is the plan, getting the outer garment in a slightly larger size is my recommendation.

    Wearing this gear under my leathers does hinder my movement a little, particularly in the arms, making it hard to bend my elbows fully. When I bought my multi-season textile jacket I got it in a size larger knowing I would be layering.

    For the budget conscious, this stuff is the way to go, however if the wallet allows it, heated gear is definitely the way to stay warm if riding in low temps for any long period of time.
     
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    I definitely layer quite a bit when riding.
    My textile pants and two of my three textile jackets are a size up to allow for the layering. My pants, with no layers, resemble Urkle's pants, but happy to have the space inside when I need it.

    But the more I layer, the more I feel like I can't put my arms down.

    https://youtu.be/HW4IZ0Flh3M

    So these thermals did seem like an attractive try because of the thinness and wind resistance.

    I agree about heated gear for extended riding in cold areas. I do have a heated vest thanks to zoom-zoom, and may eventually get more pieces.

    Thank you for inputs so far.
     
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    Think I may visit my favorite store cycle gear and just get the pull over. With my leathers and thermals I'm pretty comfy, but if this product adds a little more protection from the cold( I know CA cold is upper 40's) I'll give it a try.
    Hate driving the cage, just get to inpatient with all the coma drivers.
    Been dumping here lately and really don't need to go to that extreme just to ride.


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    If you model yours, I will mine. ;)
     
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    just get the full electric gear. gloves+jacket liner. pants+boot inserts.
     
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    Upper 40's?! Ever been through Ortega Hwy or even Malibu in the early morning in the winter time? Temps can be in the low 20's, yeah not the artic Freeze they get elsewhere but 10 minutes without some layer (natural or electric) can be quite numbing!

    Although I have not needed it very often, I did get some electric gear for when I tour or for those occasional winter rides in the below 40 temps. Personally I like having the different options of electric and non-electric gear as a hammer isn't always the best tool to use all the time...unless it's a torque hammer!
     
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    Torque hammer FTW...always!
     
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    So, have you ridden in it? How do you like it?
     
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    Yes, I rode in it yesterday. 46°F.
    Had it all on: booties, pants, shirt, gloves, balaclava.

    I only wore my riding gloves, textile riding pants (without the pant's rain and thermal liners), and textile jacket (without liner). I only wore that to test the liners.

    Very warm. After riding a while though, I could feel that the air was cold...feeling the cold through my pants and jacket, but I was not feeling wind.

    When I got home, I laid around in the Freeze-Out because I was so warm and cozy in it.

    Overall I'm very satisfied so far. I'm assuming with the liners in my textile gear, I will stay toasty...even in the 20 and 30 degree F temps.

    Still, my only concern is my hands. The glove liners and balaclava are too big. The balaclava gets bunched up in my XS helmet so it's annoying and the extra bunched up material puts sore pressure spots on my head...but the wind protection is worth it. Gloves are smallest they had and still too big. I may not be able to scrunch them and all the extra material into my winter gloves.

    I'll find out soon enough.
    Really need to get on a heated grips solution.

    Overall, I'd recommend the product so far. Especially if you are larger and the gloves and balaclava can fit you better.
     
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    I have the balaclava, it helps keep the wind of of my neck, which is wonderful.
     
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    Yes, the length of the balaclava is awesome. Long enough to tick in a shirt or jacket and it won't come flying out. Very nice in that regard.
     
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    Isn't baklava a dessert ?


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    For the price of the Freeze-Out stuff it's hard to look elsewhere for a similar item for the same cost BUT if the size doesn't work out for you check out some of the other brands. Like with most of my other gear, I have more than one option for balaclavas/head gear. For hot summer time weather I have the Heat-Out "skull cap" helmet liner. For mild temps, spring and early Fall, I have a Dainese 'Volund' w/CoolMax and for the Winter time I have the Dainese Total WS Balaclava. Some make/models come in different sizes and you might find that the "one size fits all" really doesn't! It could also be said that sometimes a one-piece device always fit as well as a two-piece setup.

    Another option might be to get a skull cap style cover and a separate neck/chin type cover. One item that Cycle Gear carries are these multi-purpose "neck tubes" that can be used as just a neck cover, when folded in half or as a hood type cover (balaclava style) when "extended" and pulled over the top of your head. They sell these individually and in a 3 pack. Although it doesn't have wind stopper capabilities, it does help keep the neck warmer and can work well with a neck cover with wind stopper capability. Sometimes I go the two piece route, mostly when temps are mellow but like I mentioned, I have a full coverage balaclava that also has the wind stopper material.

    Dainese Total WS balaclava.
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    If the Freeze-Out balaclava really doesn't fit well, maybe another make/model will. Some of the offerings here also come in different sizes, although I have not seen any in x-small size.
    Balaclavas Link:
    http://www.revzilla.com/search?query=Balaclava&commit=Search

    Neck Tube 3-pack Link: (BTW, my wife wears hers all of the time.)
    http://www.cyclegear.com/gear/bilt-multitube-3-pack

    Neck tube (Extended)
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    Neck tube (Folded)
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    As worn folded.
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    As worn when pulled over the top of the head, balaclava style.
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    Neck/Chin cold killer (Made by Knox)
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    As worn without neck tube.
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    As worn with neck tube
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    Freeze-out neck/chest guard.
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    As worn with neck tube.
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    I'm sure many are looking at all of the gear I buy and think I have an endless supply of cash, for the record, I'm not made of money. A lot of what I buy to try and/or own, I get with gift cards. Either received for my birthday or Christmas and sometimes people I've done favors for will often return those favors in the form of moto related gifts! Now that Christmas is here, looks like I have another flow of gift cards to spend on more moto stuff! :wink:
     
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    Yes...and my phone autocorrects it to the dessert every time because I LOVE and write about the dessert often. So sad I can no more eats the treats tho.
     
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    Thank you, OOTV, for taking the time to share you knowledge and ideas on this kind of gear as well as photos. That is very helpful!

    I love the versatility of the neck tube when combined with the chest guard. That would alleviate the issue of extra material that I can't really do much with.

    Like your wife, I would wear a neck tube all the time when cold. It would also help keep my hair tucked in when I don't want any flying about.

    Have fun spending those gift cards on more moto gear!! I'm finding I spend more money on moto than I do to eat. I feel the pains of van Gogh...moto style. <3
     
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