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New women’s gear from Canari perfect for Spring

March 15th, 2010 by Kimberly Tenai 2 Comments

Some turn the calendar to  March and think Spring Cleaning. Others, like us, think Spring ! Hurrah! Pack away the fleece-lined tights,  hooded jerseys, and lobster claw gloves. Bring out the shorts!

This season, has released one of the cutest cycling outfits ever!  One look at the color combos and you are ready for flower power. Or pedal power as the case may be!

Canari Champagne Jersey

If you like short sleeve jerseys, it’s nearly perfect

The Specs:

  • Raglan, cap sleeves
  • 14″ front zip
  • Tall collar with notched V in back
  • Mesh sides and back panel
  • 3 back pockets cut on the diagonal for easy access
  • 4″ zipped, water-proof back pocket
  • Sizing: XS to XL
  • Cost: $65

Pros:

  • Awesome colors: grape, lime, morning sky, or rose
  • Slightly longer in back for coverage
  • Wicking and light weight
  • Love the back pocket: three on the diagonal cut + one small, zipped waterproof bonus pocket
  • Fun graphic design
  • If you like short-sleeve jerseys, it’s nearly perfect!

Cons:

  • Sizing runs on the small side
  • The white fabric is slightly see through
  • Like with all short sleeve jerseys, you get bad tan lines and have to wear a sports bra as a first layer

My rating: 4.5 stars
****1/2

Canari Hybrid Extra Low-Rise Shorts

Unless you love your legs, these shorts might be too short!

The Specs:

  • 5′ inseam
  • Built in chamois and silicone leg grippers
  • Color accents on side panels and waistband
  • Side mesh panels for ventilation
  • Low rise waistband with crisscross center
  • Reflective Canari logo
  • Sizing: XS to XXL
  • Cost: $80

Pros:

  • Fabulous coordinating colors
  • Comfy chamois
  • Terrific leg grippers; the shorts don’t “roll” up

Cons:

  • Unless you love your legs, these shorts might be too short!
  • If you have ever given birth, the crisscross V front of the shorts (while chic) seems to emphasize the part of your body you might not want emphasized

My rating: 3.5 stars
***1/2

So spring is here! Put away all thoughts of your cleaning products and winter doldrums, pump up your tires and hit the road – preferably in fun, bright, cycling apparel. After all, we might be , but we’re girls, too!

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