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Review: SmartPak Bradley Soft Shell Knee Patch Breeches

4/15/2015

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The SmartPak Bradley Soft Shell Knee Patch Breeches are a pair of winter breeches designed to keep you warm with their windproof material. Despite the material being windproof, I found it very comfortable - I actually love the fabric these breeches are made from, and it isn't loud at all. This soft shell fabric, despite its somewhat slick appearance, still has great grip in the saddle. I've ridden in three different saddles with these breeches and didn't find the fabric being slick an issue at all.

These breeches have a nice design, and I love the sock calf opening which is comfortable, stretchy, and is so much easier to deal with than the Velcro closures. The waistband is wide, which makes it comfortable, and means that you can use any number of different belts with these breeches.

One major advantage of these breeches is that they are warm, but they don't add bulk. The windproof material gives these breeches a major advantage over other winter fleece-lined breeches without wind blocking properties. If you ride outside in the winter, these breeches are a great choice.

The only issue I had with these breeches is a minor issue with their fit - even when paired with a belt, I felt like the breeches want to pull down as I ride or walk. This may be an issue with my individual body's dimensions just not being a match for the breech's design.

The SmartPak Bradley Soft Shell Knee Patch Breeches are great for winter rides and you're sure to appreciate their windproof soft shell material.

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Review: Carhartt Quick Flex Glove

4/8/2015

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If you're looking for a quality barn work glove for colder weather, the Carhartt Quick Flex Glove may be the perfect solution. I have used this pair of gloves for most of the winter, and they've quickly become a favorite.

What I love the most about these gloves is the fact that they fit so well. They sit close to your hands without having that extra 1/2" of material coming off the ends of your fingers, making buckles and snaps difficult. These gloves are thin enough so that you can still feel what you're doing, but they still offer a good amount of warmth.

If you're looking for gloves for working in sub-zero temperatures, these aren't the pair for you. However, they are lined with a wonderfully soft material and I've found them perfectly fine when working around the barn throughout most of the New England winter. If temperatures are truly bitter, then I do opt for a pair of gloves that provides more warmth.

Whenever you think about a Carhartt product, durability and quality come to mind. The Quick Flex Glove is no exception. The glove features a reinforced thumb area, and the palm and fingers are all lined with a leather or suede which is highly durable and provides excellent grip. The spandex material which makes up the back of the glove is tough enough for barn chores, and it has not torn or frayed since I've been using these gloves.

Affordable and offering an excellent fit, the Carhartt Quick Flex Glove is an excellent choice for winter barn work.

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