Clothing and Accessories

Nalini winter range

The range of winter clothing Nalini is, as always, wide, both in the choice of various models for both colour combinations. Evenly divided between men and women, has a range of solutions suitable for all climates, from the first cold to colder weather. With a wide assortment of cozy sweaters, sweaters with long sleeves and anti wind jackets, in addition to gloves, shoe covers and accessories. All will find the best solution to their needs, even look.

The complete Nalini on test: Areca tights, Orata jacket

The complete on test is part of the winter collection Pro, the one that follows, the technical aspects, the complete in use among the different teams using the heads Nalini, but with a different look, not only in colour. The different cuts of garments and combinations of colours are different, but all interrelated, so they can find the best track for their preferences. Although not the subject of the article, apparel test can be completed with a thermal underwear and a shirt with long sleeves in winter, thus completing the clothing and make it perfect for cooler days. There are, then, gloves, shoe covers and waterproof cape, also belonging to the collection Winter Pro.

The jacket Orata:

gilthead jacket is made of fabric Mantovent, a membrane that in addition to thermoregulatory repel water and wind, is flexible and light, facilitating the dispersion of sweat. In addition to this particular fabric you used a fabric called Lombardy, bi-elastic, breathable fabric and Meryl Green, another fabric breathable and elastic. The large back pocket has a zip, as it is expected to draw anti zipper front and wind protection to the neck to avoid contact between zip and chin. The elastic waist and neck wristband and rubber and feature soft fabric, called the Adriatic. The neck is high to prevent air infiltration, the wristband are elastic. Refractive inserts enhance the visibility is. The cut, of course, female anatomy for the user and inserted in elastic material are present on the hips and arms. And 'The jacket is recommended for temperatures ranging from -3 degrees to +6 degrees. It is available in sizes from XS to XXL in five colours: fuchsia, black, white, blue, red. In M has a weight, we found, in grams 409.

The tights Areca:

Areca is a leotard made of fabric Thermo Lite and Thermo Roudrix, fabrics made of hollow-core fiber that provides a high thermal insulation and breathability. Then it was also used Mantovent fabric, elastic and breathable, and Lycra Recommended for temperatures from -3 degrees to +6 degrees. Is with pad Nalini UCN Lady, the Lady Nalini UCN (Ultra Confort Nalini) is a pad of high quality developed by Nalini for women. It is made of a microfiber that looks similar to suede but has in equal volume, a greater amount of fiber, making it softer, flexible and durable than natural leather. This allows for greater breathability and reduces the risk of skin irritation. Nalini recommended to soften the skin of the pad and prevent the hardening of spreadable cream Relief after its use. A waterproof pocket is inside, in life, just as are the zip in the back of the leg and an elastic rubber always in the back of the leg. It 'available in sizes from XS to XXL in all black. In M has a weight, we found, in grams 290.

Road test

The full version also Nalini Lady is always an example of stylistic treatment and research that goes beyond the mere technical requirement and goes beyond, becoming a leader from the distinctive look and unique, even in the monochrome version. Designer Nalini, one of the best ever in the area, spoke, as always, in every detail. An example of elastic rubber, present on both the jacket trousers, with the ever-present logo Nalini; the zip custom Nalini, or choice of different tissues. The neck in soft fabric, zip pocket inside the block are a mix of technical and aesthetic solutions that demonstrate the careful study that took place behind the realization of complete. As always perfect seams and finish even in the more hidden. The tights adheres like a glove, perfect in its size and its ergonomics. Its interior is made from soft, soft and comfortable. The elastic fabric with which it is achieved by providing an excellent fit and a perfect stability over time: in short, you can ride for hours without moving the fabric and create discomfort. The fit is facilitated by the ever useful zip on the bottom of the leg and as usual perfectly elastic rubber seals the bottom prevents the pant leg and goes back on the leg with the action of pedalling. Even the elastic waist is perfect, just and stable grasping his head. The bottom UCN Nalini Lady, which we have already spoken in the past, proves once again perfect. Cluttered little or nothing, but ensures a high comfort even after many hours on a bike. Perfect its breathability and ability to absorb the sweat. As always it is good to treat this case back, first with a washing choir, preferably by hand and in cold water, allow to dry fully extended and away from direct heat or light and treated with the appropriate cream Nalini ensuring a long-term the bottom, leaving it soft and avoiding cracked or pilling the classic form, sign of a sub-optimal care of the head. The breast pocket is always useful for storing small items. Protection from cold is perfect in all conditions, even on long descents, a critical time for many products, protection from cold air and is perfect, with a reduction in body temperature really minimal. Also good breathability. So the comfort remains on a high level in every condition even after many hours in the saddle. The perfect elasticity of the tissue, also does not impede pedalling and athletic movement, so that you can move in the saddle or stand on the pedals, without concern that the tights will move from its ideal position. Even the jacket repeats the same positive feelings Orata of tights. The fit is excellent, with a very comfortable interior. Inserts in elastic fabric, combined with anatomical cut, allowing the jacket to be very adherent. The neck is high and allows you to insulate the body from the air, as are the cuffs. The internal fabric is comfortable with where they are made. The back pocket is large and roomy, since it has zip, however, can be difficult to achieve with winter gloves. Even in this case certain technical choices paid off, like the rubberized elastic waist, the jacket that closes well and avoids air infiltration, or protecting the end of the zip, which avoids the unpleasant contact between zip and chin, even The wind flap is effective, because it protects and prevents the zip from the air can ruin any underwear. Protection from air is perfect, even over long runs, where the reduction of body temperature is always minimal and should not resort to the use of an additional windproof cape. Even the breathability of the fabric is excellent. With a long-sleeved shirt and a thermal underwear is perfect for the complete tackle the colder weather. Excellent resistance to dirt, and the jacket of tights, something to be reckoned with in the Mtb.

Conclusions

Complete Nalini subject of our road test has detected a perfect garment for women who love to ride a bike during the winter. Crafted with painstaking care is not only a leader from the particular and distinctive look, but also has undoubted technical abilities. Both jacket tights that provide excellent protection from the cold air associated with a perfect breathability. The functionality of the back pocket is only limited by winter gloves, but also with pockets without zip is not easy to take and store items with heavy gloves. With temperatures up to 10 degrees do not serve other leaders over the jacket, while for lower temperatures is to match a shirt with long sleeves in winter, as the model that is Donzella coordinated the jacket, and a thermal underwear. The bottom of the leotard is perfect for comfort, but the whole track does not highlight defects and provides, if anything, highlight the advantages for women to have a dedicated and clothing designed for them, rather than adapted, as often happens. Caseback, fabrics, cut anatomically, little other details, leading to a far greater comfort than a man's head used by women. Finally, a single note, but you can call a jacket for woman Orata?

Price

The Company has not communicated the list price.

Is suitable for

Athlete: a perfect complement for agonists who train seriously during the winter.

Amateur Cyclists: look, cut anatomical quality fabrics and comfort make it an ideal leader for cycling.

Positive aspects

Look

Attention to detail

Ergonomics female head

Quality stitching

Comfort and quality of the end plate

Breathability

Effective thermal

Negative aspects

None

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