The Radavist

Have you tried looking for shorts recently, only to be bummed that they all look like they came from a surf shop in the 90s. Baggy, long, parachute-looking shorts are a bummer. In my attempt to find a MUSA, quick-drying, durable short I found the Ornot Mission Shorts and they quickly replaced my old go-to shorts. Sure, an 8.5″ inseam might not look like modern MTB apparel but I’d argue that’s a good thing. Shorts are short for a reason. Otherwise, they’d be called “Longs”.

Photos by Kyle Klain

These shorts feel great on a road, gravel, or MTB and even off the bike. They’re made in the Bay Area from 95% recycled nylon, feature four pockets, one of which has a zipper for extra security, and are gusseted to withstand wear and tear from the rigors of cycling…

The Ornot Mission Shorts are back in stock at Ornot with a retail of $108.

In an effort to make the ultimate packable riding jacket, ORNOT might be onto something. This new Micro Climate Jacket features a strong lightweight fabric custom milled especially for ORNOT. Designed for riding in micro-climates, areas where 20º temperature swings are the norm, this stretchy, water-resistant jacket packs into its rear pocket, weighs only 155grams, and will keep you comfortable in 40-67º degree weather.

Specs:
-Reversible rear pocket doubles as a stash bag.
-Water-resistant and quick-drying due to patented thread treatment.
-2-way zipper for venting and pocket access.
-155 grams (size small) – Temp range ; 40 – 67 degrees.
-Sewn by hand in California

Priced at $210 and shipping now from ORNOT.

I’ve been wearing the short sleeve version of this shirt for a few weeks now and my only complaint is it wasn’t a long sleeve! I love long sleeve shirts for summer riding since the material wicks sweat and keeps the sun off my arms. Luckily, today ORNOT announced the long sleeve trail shirt, which is made in the USA, made from recycled yarn, is climate neutral, and gives 1% for the planet. These shirts are in stock now for $60. Head to ORNOT to see more.

With warmer months on the way, it’ll soon be time to leave the jacket at home and confidently roll out your door with a short sleeve tee shirt on. For those looking for a more casual look on the trail this year, check out ORNOT’s Short Sleeve Trail Shirt, made from Polartec Power Dry Fabric, in this new coyote color. Now, before you huff and puff about a $50 shirt, know that these shirts are made from Polartec’s nicest fabric that features a material called X-static that keeps your clothes smelling fresh even after a few rides. I’ve been riding in it this week and am very impressed. That’s coming from someone who only wears merino wool shirts, year-round. This shirt will be in heavy rotation this year!

This ain’t your normal synthetic fabric that stinks to high heaven after just a short pedal. These shirts are sewn in San Francisco and are in stock now at ORNOT.

For Ornot’s latest drop, they teamed up with SF’s premier bag manufacturer, Mission Workshop to c0-brand their Axis hip packs in Ornot signature colors. These bags are made using a rugged, weatherproof 500d Nylon exterior and nylon coated interior floating liner, designed to protect gear from morning showers to afternoon thunderstorms.

Hip packs are perfect for gravel rides or races and all-day MTB outings to keep your bike light and snappy, free of jingle-jangle. The Axis features include an internal zippered compartment, a key clip, and a rear mini U-lock holder. It also utilizes an ultra-thin laser cut waist belt that ensures the pack is hardly felt while on the move.

Head to Ornot to see more!

ORNOT knows not everyone wants to kit up for every bike ride and their latest launch reflects that with a whole catalog of technical tees, sweatshirts, and shorts. Their Merino Sweatshirt utilizes Polartec Power Wool, their Tech Tees use Drirelease fabrics, which dry four times faster than cotton, and their Mission Shorts are constructed to give you plenty of movement while on and off the bike. See the whole impressive, made in San Francisco lineup at ORNOT.

What a winter it’s been! It certainly caught me off guard, scrambling through my apparel drawers looking for ways to keep my extremities warm. One staple in anyone’s winter wardrobe are merino caps like the latest from Ornot. It even comes in OD green… See more at Ornot.

Polartec’s fabrics are amazing. If you own a jacket you too can attest to its durability, breathability, stretchability, and its ability to keep you dry. For these reasons, Ornot looked to Polartec’s newest Neoshell fabric to be used in their new Magic Shell jacket. Head over to Ornot to see more!

There’s something special that happens when an apparal brand’s aesthetic meshes seamlessly with a bicycle manufacturer. Ornot teamed up with Chapter2, a New Zealand-based company to do just that with their limited Mega Matching Capsule, dubbed the Gray Ties. With matching apparel, a specially designed TERE disc road frame open for 2-week pre-order window.

The kit includes a Chapter2 frame, fork, seat post, stem, thru axle, headset, with ORNOT jersey, bibs, bottles, socks, bar bag and macgyver. Limited to 100 frames worldwide. All bikes in this photo shoot were built around 30mm tires and have been endlessly praised for compliance, handling, and overall good looks.

Check out more at ORNOT.