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Frenzy

51 reviews
Colour
Treetop
Bluesteel
Size

Keep your cool in the heat of the moment with the Frenzy. Just the story for whipping around the hills or cruising the rail trail. HyperActive™ fabric dries fast and the nano-charcoal layer against your skin keeps you sweet.

+Features
  • Stand up collar for UV protection.
  • UPF 50+
  • Front zip for maximum venting.
  • No-elastic hem.
  • Rear security pocket coupled with twin elasticised angle-pockets for on-the-go access.
  • Hazard!™ reflective rear label.
  • Weight: 170 gm.
  • Designed & made by us in Aotearoa | New Zealand.
+Tech

+HyperActive™
A lightweight summer fabric packed with technology to keep you cool and dry as. The bi-component knit backs a sharp-looking polyester outer with a smooth layer of nano-charcoal polyester against your skin. Nano-charcoal disperses sweat to accelerate evaporation and is naturally anti-microbial to fight nasty smells. The fabric dries at the speed of light - great when reduced to hand washing on tour - and even performs its quick-drying magic in the wet under a rain jacket.
  • Composition: 75% polyester; 25% nano-charcoal polyester.
  • Weight: 139 gsm.
+UPF 50
HyperActive's 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.

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Outskirts™ garments are designed specifically for women. However If you're struggling to find exactly what you need in the Outskirts™ women's range, check out our men's products for further size options. Jackets, tights and baggy tops often fit both men and women equally well.

+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
  Hula Frenzy Jellybean
Pockets Three at rear Three at rear None
Front Zip Full Short None
Fabric Lightwave™ Merino HyperActive™ HyperActive™
Fit
Sizes 10 - 16 10 - 16 10 - 16
+Video
+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.
    + 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
      4.9 Based on 51 Reviews
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        MJ
        05/12/2024
        Mary J.
        Australia Australia

        Frenzy review

        Very comfy and practical, especially the high collar to protect your neck from the sun and the zip in the middle pocket is good. Easy to wash and dries quickly.

        MB
        15/11/2024
        Margaret B.
        Australia

        Frenzy Blue

        Just a bit diappointed in the sizing of this top. I bought size 14 even though my previous tops are 'medium'. It was way too big so returned for a 12 which is rather on the small side and more like a 10 so not happy wearing it. Reluctant to return again from country NSW so will give it as a gift to someone else. Otherwise a good light summer top and nice colour.

        JS
        20/09/2024
        Jo S.
        New Zealand New Zealand

        This top was great. I wore it in the blistering heat while cycle touring in Korea. It is super comfortable. It is quick dry. I wet it during the day to keep cool and it was great for that too. It never lost its shape. Highly recommend.

        SJ
        02/02/2024
        Sue J.
        New Zealand New Zealand

        My favourite cycling top.

        I've had the equivalent of Frenzy for years until it wore out. The higher collar, longer sleeves and longer length at the back is appreciated. I Love the colour, that it is made in NZ, easy to order on line and the shape. My fav cycling top.

        JT
        04/04/2023
        John T.
        New Zealand New Zealand

        Trail Frenzy

        My wife thought her brand new Frenzy was just great on our recent trip on the Otago trails. The only time she took it off was to put on her Popsicle..GroundEffect gear is just the best. One question though, are you ever going to bring back the lightweight shell jacket with the removable sleeves?, she is inclined to borrow mine at times.