Scottish cycling apparel specialist Endura has unveiled its new GV500 performance gravel collection. With input and wear testing by leading adventure cyclists including James Hayden, it is designed to ‘take on an evening gravel blast, a trans-continental crossing, and everything in-between.’
All GV500 products are designed to work as a system, providing storage for day-long to multi-day adventures whilst retaining a bulk-free, streamlined fit.
Ian Young, Endura’s Brand Manager, said “We have a raft of staff who have been riding gravel before it was even a thing. Gravel riders are generally opting for a toned-down roadie look, or a close-fit MTB casual style, or sometimes a combination of the two.
“To satisfy both camps, we have created two sides of this collection: the more road-biased Reiver pieces alongside the Foyle products with roots firmly on the MTB side. ‘Reiver’ of course refers to the UK’s original and biggest gravel event, Dirty Reiver, which takes riders on a 200km loop of gruelling gravel, crossing the border between England and Scotland – an event where you need the best performing kit.”
He continued, ““Foyle” is derived from the self-proclaimed home of Scottish gravel Aberfoyle, now often referred to by those who frequent the network of trails as ‘Gravelfoyle’. With a highland feel but less than an hour from Glasgow, many of us have ridden in this area over the past 25 years on various different wheel sizes and different tyre widths.”
GV500 Reiver Bibshorts
The GV500 Reiver Bibshorts deploy a concept pioneered by one of Endura’s original products with a double layer panel on the outer thigh to protect the rider – and shorts – in the event of a crash or a brush with spikey foliage.
The lightweight stretch woven fabrics and lumbar support panel borrowed from Endura’s Pro SL bibshort’s design provide a compressive fit, securing the bibshort. Silicone strips on the lower back help hold a baggy in place. The 600 series pad is used for its balance of vibration dampening and support. Large mesh pockets on the back secure essentials, while mesh side leg pockets provide a way of carrying snacks that can get accessed quickly and easily. Available in black in sizes S-XXL.
GV500 Foyle Shorts
The GV500 Foyle shorts offer a more casual look without compromising on long distance performance. A lightweight, full stretch woven fabric with a PFC-free, non-toxic durable water repellent finish combines with a slim cut. The mesh lined inner waistband features printed silicon grippers to reduce slipping, while the elasticated Velcro waistband adjuster tabs allow for an individual fit.
Zipped front hand pockets store away essentials, and their partial mesh bags aid ventilation, as do the laser cut perforated vents of the shorts. Zipped thigh openings double up as vents, too, and provide access to the aligned GV500 Reiver Bibshort cargo pockets. Although engineered to work with the GV500 Reiver bibshort, these shorts also feature Endura’s Clickfast system, meaning they integrate with any Endura under short. Available in black or olive green in sizes S-XXL.
GV500 Reiver S/S Jersey
The main body of the GV500 Reiver S/S Jersey is constructed from a wicking, lightweight, recycled knit fabric. This soft touch, melange dyed material gives the jersey a subtle tech look. Super-stretch woven fabric on the front-facing articulated sleeves delivers extra durability, and positioned mesh panels provide ventilation.
There are pockets aplenty, from the zipped chest and rear security pockets, to the 3 open rear pockets plus large, easily accessed side mesh stash pockets. The lightweight internal hem elastic with silicon gripper print helps prevent the jersey from riding up. Available in olive green or paprika in sizes S-XXL.
GV500 Foyle T
The wicking, lightweight merino-blend knit main body fabric regulates temperatures in a wide variety of conditions and keeps odours at bay. This is combined with a standard slim, yet relaxed, flap free fit. Like the jersey, the T features super-stretch woven fabric on the sleeves for extra durability and positioned mesh panels for ventilation. Further details include a zipped rear side security pocket and articulated sleeves for a bike ready fit. Available in olive green or rust red in sizes S-XXL.
