The latest release from Portland brand Showers Pass is the Elements Jacket. Created using a lightweight, durable fabric, it’s the newest in their line of technical trail riding apparel. The Elements MTB Jacket is the second iteration of their waterproof MTB-specific model, with an updated material that packs smaller while retaining breathability and waterproof performance. […]
Review: Showers Pass Gravel Shorts & Apex Merino Tech Tee
Showers Pass adds a new gravel specific fitted short to their solid line up of cycling overshorts. Plus we test out the latest edition of their merino tech tees.. click through to read more on how they compare to the rest of the line up.
Review: Showers Pass Crosspoint Waterproof Beanie
Portland apparel brand Showers Pass is best known for waterproof cycling apparel and lifestyle accessories. The Crosspoint Waterproof Beanie is the latest addition to the line-up, joining the likes of the successful Crosspoint Waterproof Socks and Knit Gloves. Like the waterproof socks, Showers Pass has managed to create a product that exceeds expectations, combining waterproofing […]
Review: Showers Pass Crosspoint Knit Waterproof Gloves
Getting cold and wet on bike rides is the worst. Once my hands, shorts, and feet are wet, I just want the ride to be over. Products like the Showers Pass Crosspoint Knit Waterproof Gloves (and their amazing socks) can transform what was a miserable slog to something far more bearable by keeping hands (and […]
Showers Pass MTB Collection Review: Hi-Line and Apex Merino Shirts and Cross Country Shorts
Showers Pass is a Portland based apparel company best known for reliable, high-performing waterproof commuter jackets. Last year they expanded their line with the introduction of the MTB Collection. Featuring summer weight merino wool-blend tops and nylon blend MTB shorts, the summer weight apparel is well suited for mountain biking as well as general cycling […]
Showers Pass Crosspoint Classic Lightweight Waterproof Socks
Every mountain biker in the Pacific Northwest should have a pair of waterproof socks — wet feet on rides is the absolute worst. And let’s face it, there is no shortage of precipitation this time of year. Thanks to the Showers Pass Lightweight Crosspoint Waterproof socks, wet feet are no longer an issue on winter […]
Winter is Coming: Pant Options for Wet and Cold Winter Bike Riding
Whether you’re a casual or hardcore commuter, road rider or trail rider, it can be hard to motivate when the skies turn dark and gray. Personally, I can handle being wet or cold, but I hate being wet and cold. This year though, I’m going to go back to trying my luck with riding pants. […]
Showers Pass Short Sleeve Henley
The Showers Pass Short Sleeve Merino Henley is made of a bamboo-merino blend of fibers that pair the best properties of both materials. Merino wool is renown for its warm, wicking and anti-odor features, and the bamboo adds a soft touch. I’ve been rocking the long sleeve iteration of the Showers Pass henley and as […]
Showers Pass Road Trip to Monterey, Part 1: Riding the New Jabberwocky in Ashland, OR
When our pals at Showers Pass asked us to tag along with them on a road trip to the Sea Otter Classic this year celebrate their new partnership with IMBA, we were nodding our heads in agreement before they even finished their sentences. The plan: head toward Monterey; riding bikes and camping along the way […]
Showers Pass Refuge High Vis Jacket Review
Showers Pass gets commuting. Known for producing gear that makes wet weather bike rides bearable, their line of jackets, pants and accessories is time and torture tested the best way possible – by using it. Based out of rainy Portland, the only way to keep riding year round is to harden the f-up and dress for the occasion. Commuting […]
Showers Pass Hi-Vis Torch Jacket
The Showers Pass Hi-Vis Elite and Torch Jackets take commuter visibility to the next level. Pairing uber-reflective fabric with high-vis neon green panels and adding integrated LED lights, this is quite possibly the most high performance commuter jacket available. I never thought I’d be looking at adding a neon green jacket to my arsenal of gear, but lately high […]
Review: Showers Pass Transit Backpack
As a year-round bike commuter, finding a backpack that fits my needs has been a challenge. I often haul a lot of stuff, typically carrying a laptop, compact camera, change of clothes, shoes, make-up and other random items. A pack that supports the weight, keeps things organized and can withstand the wet weather in Portland is incredibly important. […]