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Bandito

8 reviews
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Burnt Orange
Mint
Royal Blue
Mauve

Full-face protection on nippy Spring or Autumn sorties. Lightwave™ Merino has you covered should there be a 'stand and deliver' moment mid ride.

+Features
  • Lightwave hi-performance thermal fabric combines a merino inner layer with a fast-drying polyester outer.
  • One size fits all.
  • Weight: 40 gm.
  • Designed & made by us in Aotearoa | New Zealand.
+Tech

+Lightwave™ Merino
A bi-component thermal fabric combining merino and polyester yarns. Superfine 19.5 micron merino wicks sweat away from your skin while the polyester provides a durable, non-pill outer. Lightweight and machine washable.
  • Composition: 46% merino; 54% polyester.
  • Weight: 150 gsm.
+Man vs Wild
  • Merino is unrivalled for comfort as a body layer.
  • Its natural fibres help fend off the big stink on multi-day epics.
  • Merino absorbs more moisture than synthetic fibres, mopping up excess sweat rather than letting it settle on your skin.
  • However high-aerobic activities like cycling will often overload ordinary merino. Lightwave's polyester component repels moisture to reduce total saturation of the fabric - so it dries faster to help keep your cool. Ideal for going hard 'n' fast, and for wearing under your rain jacket.
+Hot 'n' Cold
Lightwave™ Merino regulates your temperature through a wide range of conditions. Delivering comfort in all but the hottest climes, as well as a thermal layer under a WindFoil™, microFoil™ or HydroFoil™ shell in winter.
+UPF 50
UPF 50+ rating extends your no-burn time by 50 times over bare skin. Designs with a stand-up collar and long sleeves maximise protection from the sun's UV rays. Yank 'em up if it gets too stifling.

+More than Kiwi Made
Ground Effect clothing is crafted right here in Aotearoa | New Zealand. Has been ever since we started back in 1994. Manufacturing locally works for us. We operate a quick-response system - holding minimal stock of any one item, but churning out a few more quick-smart when the pile gets low. The upshot is that we are seldom caught with our shelves empty, so orders get despatched the same day you place them.

+Compare

  Black Hole Scruff Bandito
Fabric Hot Shot™
Merino
Heatwave™
Merino
Lightwave™
Merino
Weight 62 gm 48 gm 40 gm

+Washing

  • All Ground Effect clothing enjoys a warm 40ºC machine wash.
    • As a rule of thumb, a laundry product that is easy on the planet is also easy on your body. Select a mild plant-based soap like  Ecostore,Earthwise orAware.
    • Hand washing is sometimes the only option on tour, but a washing machine rinses more thoroughly and is preferable if you have the choice.
    • Avoid cold-water detergents and those with bleach, 'oxygen whitener' or fabric softener.
      • The cold-water varieties have little enzymes that are super-charged to brave the cold but can damage technical fabrics and cause skin irritation.
      • Bleach rots natural fibres like merino, strips the dye, attacks laminates of waterproof fabrics and can also cause skin irritation.
      • Sodium Percarbonate (the main ingredient in oxygen whitener) can make colours run.
      • Fabric softener and wool wash destroy the water repellent finish on waterproof fabrics, and can also cause colours to run.
    • Most Ground Effect gear dries super-fast, so hanging on the line or draped over the bedpost is generally the best option.
      • High heat can damage some fabrics so if you do take your threads for a spin in the dryer, set the device on 'medium' or 'warm' rather than hot.
      • A dryer is recommended for your rain jacket or pants, as it helps recharge the water repellant treatment on the outside of the fabric.

    • Wash colours separately.

    +Shipping
    • Items are generally packed and sent the same day your order is received.
    • Costs $9 by overnight courier within New Zealand.
    • NZ$12 by tracked airmail to Australia.
    • Around NZ$15-25 by tracked airmail to destinations elsewhere in the world - calculated in our shipping cart as you check out.
      • More shipping and tax details in our FAQ.
      Customer Reviews
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        LC
        09/29/2021
        Leigh C.
        Australia Australia

        Style, baby, style

        As if my Scruff were not enough, I went and bought a Bandito. I like the name: Bandito, with its rakish suggestion of hit'n'run plunder at the local cafe. No, actually, my Scruff is blue an doesn't team up well colourwise with some of my other gear. But the pastel- mint Bandito, yes, goes beautifully with my purple gravel shirt. Noice!

        DB
        10/06/2021
        Doug B.
        New Zealand New Zealand

        Bandito

        As always great product

        BF
        10/11/2021
        Brian F.
        New Zealand New Zealand

        Soft and warm.

        Exactly what you need in times like this. For venturing out into the elements to keep your neck warm, and to slide up over your face when needed.

        AD
        03/01/2022
        Andrea D.
        New Zealand New Zealand

        Ops

        Actually not tried yet!!

        AC
        08/19/2022
        Andy C.
        New Zealand New Zealand

        Bandito review

        Looks very appealing but not practically great because when top end is around my face it soon slips down - too lose. To fix this I threaded elastic cord thru the hem and into a toggle. The width is now adjustable and can be a snug fit around by upper lip (or wherever you would like some tension) With this mod it’s a 5 star I emailed Ernie with my modification last week