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It's 85F in Denver today, and it will only get hotter.
What are some of the best hot weather riding gear for the upcoming EUC summer?
I just transitioned to the shorts this weekend.
If you have suggestions please throw in a link.
Thanks!
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I recently switched to a motocross jersey and It works wonderfully with air breathability. I wear my elbow pads either under or over the jersey. Switched from wearing all black to lighter colors for better visibility and doesn't absorb as much heat. 

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short shorts (5" inseam) [edit: these shorts sometimes go on sale for $7 (last week) - $15.00 (last summer)] or MTB shorts if you have nice legs :efee612b4b:

on-the-skin kneepads

light-colored, light-weight MTB helmet

short-sleeve MTB top; light-colored MTB jerseypolo, or compression T

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1 hour ago, Bigkidneys said:

Great suggestions. Those kneepads look comfortable yet still robust.
There seems to always be a comfort versus effectiveness dynamic. 
My most protective knee guards are the Leatt Z frame, and of course, they are a pain to put on, have pinch points (ouch!), and are a general pain in the a$$. 
Thanks again. 

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1 hour ago, Jayzao said:

Great suggestions. Those kneepads look comfortable yet still robust.
There seems to always be a comfort versus effectiveness dynamic. 
My most protective knee guards are the Leatt Z frame, and of course, they are a pain to put on, have pinch points (ouch!), and are a general pain in the a$$. 
Thanks again. 

Completely agree.  The Leatt Dual Axis are perfect for most on an EUC but they always slide no matter how much I tighten them.  I sweat like crazy so that contributes to it I am sure.  

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Be wary of G-Form. One rider shattered his elbow wearing a set of the elbow pads. The thread below says Demon but they were actually G-Form. I have the Demon pads and they are very thick and work great. G-Form does *not* use D3O.

 

 

 

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