Giro Commuting Trio: Style In Every Mile

Active Junky scoured the recent InterBike show in Vegas and these three pieces accomplished the elusive balance; fit, performance and off-the-bike relevance. There’s no doubt among commuters, Giro builds in value along with the kind of subtle styling testers appreciated.

Insulated Shirt: Shift Into Reverse

Giro New Road Insulated Shirt

One of the few to deliver the obvious, Giro put PrimaLoft insulated fabric into a three-season design that dominated bike lanes and coffee bars.  Go inside out to add more weather resistance in an easy-snap style suitable for strolling or stuffing if temps climb.  This one means there no excuse to abandon your wheels in cooler weather – or show up at work looking like a commuting poster child.  Guaranteed to go with any color, Insulated Shirt keeps the weather at bay and your friends happy with your sense of style.

Best For: Casual riding, commuting, after work and weekend travel

Mobility Track Pant: Riding To Your Destiny

Giro Mobility Track Pant

The fast lane to work credibility is where the Mobility Track Pant rides, shedding weather in a stretchy, easy-spinning design.  Structured to stay clear of chainring turmoil, the pant featured two front and rear pockets to tuck away the essentials.   Testers cruised Denver secured by a reliable interior drawstring.  Lacking only belt loops for additional style options, Mobility spanned both sun-warmed days and chilly early sunsets.  Pertex fabric is behind Giro’s contribution to bike lane bliss, one that outperforms denim options when bad weather strikes.

Best For: Commuting in weather-prone locations, urban wear in casual settings

Sutton Helmet:  Details Behind The Simple Lines

Giro Sutton Helmet

While Active Junky testers have yet to ride this one, previous experience with Giro helmets prompted inclusion of the low-profile Sutton.  Wrapped in a durable exterior shell, there’s an EPS liner and reliable Cord Loc system waiting inside.  The removable soft visor, integrated clip for lights and reinforce u-lock port demonstrated Sutton’s responsiveness to high-mileage commuters.  Eight vents are plenty enough for moderate speeds in a non-competition environment.  Colors are solid, varied and make for easy personalization.

Best For: Commuters and urban riders including night use