Found. The missing piece of your summer velo-wardrobe puzzle. HyperActive™ fabric is oh so smooth against your skin and dries at warp speed after you work up a sweat.
Single 'backpack-friendly' hipster security pocket.
Secret tube repair patch.
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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.
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. Most Ground Effect designs are unisex… jackets, tights and baggy tops generally fit both men and women equally well. However, fitted garments like cycle shorts and some tops are more gender specific so you'll find a women’s version in the Outskirts™ women's range.
▹ More than Kiwi Made
Ground Effect clothing is crafted right here in 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.
▹ Weight
Garment Weight: 140 gm
All Ground Effect clothing enjoys a warm 40ºC machine wash. Try to 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 stuff containing it like wool wash destroys the water repellent finish on waterproof and water resistant fabrics, and can cause colours to run.
As a rule of thumb, a product that is easy on the planet is also easy on your body. Select a mild plant-based soap like Ecover, Ecostore, Earthwise or Aware.
Hand washing is sometimes the only option on tour, but a washing machine rinses more thoroughly and is preferable if you have the choice.
Most Ground Effect gear dries super-fast so hanging on the line or drooping over the bedpost is generally the best option. High heat can damage some fabrics so if you do take your threads for a spin, set the device on 'medium' or 'warm' rather than hot. A lap in the dryer is recommended for your rain jacket, after it has dried on the line, as it helps recharge its water repellent finish.
We value your feedback. If you're stoked with your Ground Effect kit then you might like to share it (the review not the gear) with your mates. Thanks again.
Love this purchase, light material and great length for those little falls. Partner has the 2 of the male versions and he also loves them.
HT
21/11/2017
Helen T.
Australia
I love the Jigsaw top:
I love the Jigsaw top: it's smart; comfortable; a good length for my height (tall); the pocket is a good size for a phone and cards; terrific 3/4 length sleeves that I like. The only drawback is that I find it too hot in Australian conditions - 30C plus in the sun. On hot, sunny days I miss a long front zipper and a high collar. I'll buy a Tip Top for the hot days but I'm sure I'll get a lot of wear out of the snazzy Jigsaw top in cooler times of the year.
M
09/11/2017
Megan
Can't make it stinky
Have had this for about 18 months and worn it for 100s of sweaty KMs. Recently learnt about microfibers being an issue in our oceans, so trying to wash less to reduce my impact. I have now worn this top for about 5 sweaty rides without washing, just airing it over a door, and it doesn't stink at all (even though it's already been used heaps before). It looks great, is super comfy, NZ made, and obviously has superstar fabric that hardly needs washed - it's a winner.
HC
03/11/2017
Heather C.
Australia
jigsaw
awesome mtb top for girl shredders. Nice and cool, great colour scheme, and won't show the dirt too much. Very happy
CS
25/10/2017
Craig S.
New Zealand
Nice Top
Pleased with my purchase. Nice colours. Just wish it had a little more length in the torso - I am 5ft 7in
Middle-of-the-road comfort for all-purpose riding. Not too tight or too loose - just right for most cyclists in most conditions.
WS (8 - 10)
WM (12)
WL (14)
Bust
88 - 92 cm 35” - 36”
93 - 97 cm 37 - 38”
103 - 107 cm 39 - 40”
Waist
63 - 69 cm 25 - 27”
70 - 76 cm 28 - 30”
77 - 83 cm 31 - 33”
Hips
89 - 95 cm 35 - 37”
96 - 102 cm 38 - 40”
103 - 109 cm 41 - 43”
The chart is a guide only. If you fall in-between sizes, the right size for you will depend on your body shape and how loose or tight you like to wear your clothes. It's no hassle to swap an item, if your first choice is not the best fit.
Unisex vs Women's Sizes
If you're struggling to find that certain something in the Outskirts™ women's range, then check out Ground Effect's standard range of unisex gear. As unisex items tend to be larger than our women's designs selected products are also available in XS (approximately women's small) to provide a more complete range.
Found. The missing piece of your summer velo-wardrobe puzzle. HyperActive™ fabric is oh so smooth against your skin and dries at warp speed after you work up a sweat.
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