Swrve clothing/mozz cycling

They look alright, but I know the swrve ones are superb..... I'll be putting mine on in 10 mins, for a jaunt to the local Portuguese cafe to sample some super bock :0)
I've been on duty for the last 96hours, it's the least I can do!

I still love my jeans...........just about the best jeans ive had.
That is all......

They look alright, but I know the swrve ones are superb..... I'll be putting mine on in 10 mins, for a jaunt to the local Portuguese cafe to sample some super bock :0)
I've been on duty for the last 96hours, it's the least I can do!

I too am so in love with my jeans right now. Best thing I've bought in ages! Even wrote about them.

I bought a pair of the 34L regulars which looks just fine on me and have pretty much not taken them off since August when I got them. On the bike or off, these are fantastic. I'm normally very picky about jeans - takes me ages to buy a pair that suit anything other than skeletal legs.

I should have got a couple.

Dead good kit. Not showing the slightest bit of wear apart from some oil stains in the inside of the roll-up where I let them down a bit and they caught the drive-side. Comfy as hell to ride in - the stretchyness of the new fabric helps a load too.

Get the skinny fit next time, you won't regret it.

I met with Chris and tried the skinny's on in his office. Same size and next size up. Jeggings. Not a good look.

/HoyThighs.

Right then. Tell me things about the wax jacket. Who has one? Is it far too warm as I suspect? I really want one but feel I may be a sweatbox after about 2 miles riding.

I love mine, but I don't ride in it. It's far too hot and you can't wash it, so I don't see how it can stand up to daily cycling use.

Two big reasons not to go for it right there. Back to the drawing board I guess.

Milwaukee perfect, too warm, but washable, right now it's perfect for the current weather.

any pro tips for getting rid of the inevitable eau de tramp that takes up residence in a milwaukee? do they stand up to a warm wash?

I was having this very conversation via email with Chris Morris of Swrve yesterday- he said the following:

Yes i use http://www.nikwax.com/en-gb/index.php to wash and then reproof .its the softshell stuff you need.

Having said that if i can get away with a cold wash and spin to get read of smell i do. Its the fabric softener that can really mess up water proof bit.

They're fine in a 40 degree wash. I throw mine in with my pants and dashiki no problem.

pretty sure my trusty MW is not waxed, so i'll just do a tibbs and chuck it in with my delicates.

I was having this very conversation via email with Chris Morris of Swrve yesterday- he said the following:

Yes i use http://www.nikwax.com/en-gb/index.php to wash and then reproof .its the softshell stuff you need.

Having said that if i can get away with a cold wash and spin to get read of smell i do. Its the ***fabric softener ***that can really mess up water proof bit.

Don't use fabric softener. Nikwax makes it nice and waterproof again, mine is as new after two winters. It's also a very durable jacket, I've fallen on my elbow twice and not a scratch although there were massive grazes on my elbow and lower arm.

hmmm... does anyone sell this magical unguent on the high street?

yup - just found their stockists page. tar

Right I'm off to Condor to try a Milwaukee on then. Thanks for the feedback there forumengers.

H&M jeans + scotchguard = £20 waterproof trousers.

Upkeep - £10 every few months for new "scotchguard" spray from the internet.

• £20 every couple of months when the jeans wear away around the saddle area.
  

Update ^^^ Rode into town with a hoodie and pacaway Altura waterproof on. When I got to Condor I was pissing sweat. Gave it a minute to regain some dignity and tried a Rapha soft-shell (liked but not versatile enough for what I need). Then a Milwaukee and finally the Wax Jacket. In the end I took a deep breath and pulled the trigger on the Wax. I didn't feel any cooler temp wise in the Milwaukee and love the fact that the Wax doesn't look all 'high performance'. I also need something to wear off the bike too. I rarely change at work or when I get anywhere.

Rode around town, had a meeting (didn't take shiny new coat off), rode back to work in mile end at a reasonable lick. I have to say I'm impressed. Granted it's brass monkeys out there and I didn't have my hoody on underneath but it kept me dry and I arrived with less of a glow than if I'd worn the hoody and rainproof top. Super comfy too. Hell of a price so I'll have to sell some bits to justify it and if i was on the bike all day id go lighter, but I reckon it's a good investment.

Just ordered the Schoeller Winter softshell trousers. My jeans are 33W 34L, so I am hoping they won't feel too loose. Then again, they are for winter riding, so who gives a toss.

I've got an unworn pair of the 32x32 Blue regular "slim" fit jeans available for sellz if anyone would like them.

http://www.lfgss.com/thread77723.html

Mrs took the tags off them (so I don't think I can return them) and they just don't fit me right, whereas the 32 skinny fits I have do. I haven't worn them on the bike I just tried them on and was disappointed that they were too big for me. :(

^ same thing happened with me with Muxu jeans, their 34X32 skinny is way more baggy than my Lee Powell which is much better jeans to cycle in!

Hi, first post here.... Interesting comments on here, despite which and because of I'm trying to buy a pair of WWRs direct from the srwve.co.uk site and not getting any reply to emails - anyone know if he's away? I'm in Essex and don't get into town much so remote buying is easiest. Thought I'd try direct before other stockists.

Hi there stingraynick. Welcome to the forum. I've been in touch recently with Chris at Swrve but he's had a bad case of flu recently so hasn't been in his studio. He should be back working next week, so be patient and he should reply.