Into the Wild – Alé Kenya Jersey and Sella Plus Bib Shorts Review

Are Kenya Kit Review: Alé Bike Wear has unveiled a striking new design for the summer that takes a touch of Africa from all the way from Kenya. Our Chuck Peña takes his colorful new kit on a cycling safari to see how it performs in the wild.

Are (pronounced like French) Ares) is an Italian company that makes kits that look familiar on the pro peloton. bahrain win, Groupama FDJWhen bicycle exchange team.

it’s arekit under all the mud and mud

On the way to the cyclamen jersey for Stage 5 of this year’s Giro

Clear the Mende Runway on Stage 14 of this year’s TdF

Also, Julian Alaphilippe is wearing French for the second consecutive World Championship. Blue.

Solo FTW in Flanders

If you want to emulate a cycling hero, all of the above kits are available from Alé. But I am who I am, and to antagonize my hero, I opted for the flashy and colorful Ale PRR Kenya Jersey. i.e.Ed, Alastair, and Leslie.

PRR Kenya Jersey – $84.00
(Note: This is a 30% off sale price until August 28th)

Ale’s comments about this jersey:

Inspired by Kenyan arts and culture, this distinctive jersey combines the vibrancy of the African continent with advanced technical features to build a temperate-weather performance jersey. The lightweight, breathable fabric delivers frenetic energy on top of all the functionality, ensuring ultimate comfort ride after ride.

The jersey itself has a modern racing inspired design. The construction consists of one back panel, two side panels, two front panels joined by a full-length zipper, a low-cut collar, and a low-height set-in at his sleeves with vented panels underneath. It has been constructed. Ale uses surge stitching throughout.

On my 5’8″ 130lb profile frame, the smaller size was a snug fit, but not constricting. That’s why it was. The fabric is a breathable/moisture-wicking “micro-mesh” that’s soft and smooth to the touch.

Micro mesh is used in the main body of the jersey, with more open mesh on the underside of the sleeves for even more ventilation and wicking.

Reflective dots on bottom of jersey pocket

The PRR Kenya Jersey does it all for modern road riding.

• Comfortable lace fit
• low color
• Raw cut long sleeves
• full zip

It’s not a real jersey unless it’s a full zip

It’s not a storm flap, but the bottom lining makes it easy to insert pins into the retainer box, and the top lining keeps the zipper from chafing your neck.

A low collar and long sleeves are the hallmarks of race jerseys #aero #marginalgains

Ale’s trademark fluo can be seen on the front and sleeves of the jersey, while the three rear pockets inside have a more subtle touch.

fluo for rear silicone gripper

If there’s one thing the PRR Kenya Jersey is ‘missing’, it’s a zippered pocket for secure storage of keys, ID, and more.It’s not a deal breaker but my old Ale PR-S Bullet Jersey i have one

definitely a lightweight jersey

PRR Sella Plus Bib Shorts –$98.00
(Note: This is a 30% off sale price until August 28th)

Like almost all other bib shorts, the PRR Sella Plus bib shorts adhere to a familiar construction.

• Multiple panels in the shorts section (I counted the 5 main panels plus leg grippers and vented darts on each leg)
• Y back bib section (vented front and side panels, vented back panel, wide low cut straps)

All of these panels/sections are sewn flat to minimize/prevent chafing.

Like most of my other kits (with the exception of some manufacturers with “quirky” sizing), I wear the Sella Plus bibs a size small. It’s there (mainly because the leg gripper section is… well… less slippery), but it’s not like cramming yourself into skinny jeans. The leg grippers aren’t too tight and don’t have the dreaded sausage effect. The bib straps are tight enough to hold the chamois in place (friction is the main cause of discomfort underneath, not lack of padding), but they also bind or dig into your shoulders. The overall feel is somewhere between serious lace and comfortable lounge lizard.

These sections are mesh material

Entire Y-back is also mesh/perforated

Wide leg gripper panels have reflective elements. Breathable darts help cool/wick away. #marginal gains

Bib straps are wide enough to fit comfortably over your shoulder

Speaking of chamois, known as pads, Alé uses what they call a “4H chammie”. Instead of the perineal channel, the pads in that area are softer. “4H” means suitable for up to 4 hours of saddle time. I’ve only managed a few hours or so of rides so far, but my butt and other important undercarriage bits are experienced enough to know that I can ride the PRR Sella bibs for at least 4+ hours. I have.

More alefluo, but not where everyone wants to see it

Here’s what I had to say about the Are R-EV1 Agonista Plus Bib Shorts (Top Tier Bibs). previously reviewed: “Maybe the most comfortable bib shorts I’ve ever worn.” My conclusion is that the PRR Sella Bibshorts are pretty much in the same category.

Alé doesn’t specify a weight, but the PRR Sella Plus bibs are definitely on the lighter side of the weight spectrum.

Estheticia Sleeveless Base Layer – $45.40
(Note: This is a 30% off sale price until August 28th)

One of the things I love about Alé is what they offer. base layer Anything other than basic white.just to be different (but if you must have white, they have it too). The blue Estesia base layer is a nice contrast to the Kenya jersey color.From a distance it looks like a solid fabric with a pattern printed on it. However, upon closer inspection, you’ll find that it’s a mesh just like most other hot weather base layers.

It’s really a mesh material.

A color that blends with all other colors

Functionally, the Estesia baselayer is like all other hot weather baselayers. This means it provides ventilation/wicking underneath the jersey. As a result, sweat moves from your skin, through the baselayer, and onto (and through) the jersey. As a result, it feels drier and cooler than otherwise.

for weight winnie

Kenyan socks – $24.50
(Note: This is a 30% off sale price until August 28th)

I couldn’t pass up the chance to match with the Ale Kenya Sox. It uses a thin ribbed material that is soft and smooth against the skin. The compression is slightly stiff, and the upper part has a double cuff for a better hold. In other words, a “typical” cycling sock that works the way a cycling sock is supposed to work.

Feet don’t let me down now!

#sock doping

Africa’s weakness

So far, the PRR Kenya Jersey and PRR Sera Plus Bib Shorts have been ridden in the hot (90°F) and humid South Carolina lowlands. When I return to Babylon on the Potomac it will be more of the same. Yes I am hot and sweaty. You can’t avoid it. But I’m as comfortable as I can be given the conditions.

Whether you like the graphic design and symphony of colors of the PRR Kenya Jersey, you have to decide for yourself. We know style is in the eye of the beholder, but IMHO Alé captures the look and feel of Africa in their jerseys. The jersey is sure to stand out on your next group ride.

The fact that the jersey reminds me of Africa is also a “weakness” for me. I was a long time fan of the now defunct He Qhubeka pro cycling team, who were the first African cycling team to participate in the Tour de France (2015). I vividly remember when Daniel Teklehaimanot made history that year by donning the coveted red polka-dot jersey in the race (he held it for four days).Became the first African, not only Eritrean, to wear the iconic climber’s jersey. qubeka charity “It pushes Africans forward on their bikes.” Finally, I am a big fan of Eritrean rider Biniam Girmay. Intermarche Wanty Gobert cycling team.He is a tremendous talent and his victories are Ghent Wevelgem and the Giro This year (who beat none other than Mathieu van der Poel in the sprint) is very important for cycling and cycling in Africa, but more importantly, breaking down the color barriers in cycling. Seeing both was watching history being made.

To everyone in PEZland, as they say in Kenya: “Safari Gemma”

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