Who's rockin' this stuff?
I'm in need of a few new pairs of cycling shorts and the 9" length is my preference. Anyone wearing KETL MTN Virtue shorts that can provide some feedback?
https://ketlmtn.com/
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Who's rockin' this stuff?
I'm in need of a few new pairs of cycling shorts and the 9" length is my preference. Anyone wearing KETL MTN Virtue shorts that can provide some feedback?
https://ketlmtn.com/
I'm not buying anything that doesn't have the appropriate number of vowels.
$90 for a fucking pair of shorts?!!!! Oh, hell no.
They’ve got a sale going which bring them down to about $50, so suddenly I became interested.Quote:
Originally Posted by Touring_Sedan
Haven't worn their shorts, but I have a few of their L/S sun shirts and I'm a huge fan. High quality material and well constructed. I've worn them on a handful of long rides with a backpack and with a hip pack, and they're holding up nicely. It's a weird sensation, but having long sleeves when it's hot and not getting hot is pretty cool.Quote:
Originally Posted by Peruvian
Thanks, smmokan.
It turns out that they have free shipping and free returns, so I ordered up a few pairs to try them on.
If anyone wants a 35% off code, HMU.
Just following back up on these.
I ordered 2 pair of the 9” shorts. I’m a 34” waist and the XL fits but I have to pull in the built in “belt” most of the way. The legs are fitted and I like them for gravel riding although my compression shorts stick out the bottom and I might consider the 11” length in the future.
As for service, I pulled a button out of one pair. It’s not just threaded on but fabric is sewn through so I reached out on warranty. Ketl was quick to respond and provided a postage paid authorization. Just over a week later and my repaired shorts arrived. Yes, repaired. Not replaced and not a gift card for some random amount that was depreciated (I’m looking at you, Patagonia). I couldn’t be happier. Fine work, Ketl.
100% would recommend and I’ll be looking to Ketl as I replace other garments they have in their catalog.
I have one of their long sleeves sun shirts and it's quickly becoming my favorite riding shirt. Super light, good protection, and shockingly resilient to heinous bushwacks.
Their pants are all on the super skinny side of things but I got over myself and don't mind wearing them.
Good stuff overall when they have stock
I’m on the market for a sun shirt for sailing, cycling, etc. Does it really do a decent job of keeping you cool on sunny days? How true is the SPF rating?Quote:
Originally Posted by Boissal
I wasn't impressed with their gloves. Rode them once or twice then gave them away to the local HS team.
I have found my ex officio long sleeve Sun shirts to do quite well on hikes, bikes and hike a bike. Little thicker, but I feel protection. Breathes well. Look to be discontinuedQuote:
Originally Posted by Peruvian
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Just added this one and it fells thinner. Maybe will breathe better
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Also have patagucci Sun hoodies which are super light but thinner
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Never heard of the Ketl but a friend of mine runs this fishing brand out of Portland, ME. https://twelveweight.com/Quote:
Originally Posted by Peruvian
Sun protection is their game
It certainly feels more breathable than the other sun shirts I own which are meant for water sports and are a bit thicker. I haven't been out in direct sun for hours with the KETL but I've spent a fair bit of time with the sleeves down and no sunscreen and haven't had any sign of redness there. That's riding above 9000 in UT in July fwiw. No idea how real the SPF rating is honestly. I still sunscreen anything that is going to be exposed and hide from the sun as much as possible.Quote:
Originally Posted by Peruvian
The only sunshirt I trust 100% is an ExOfficio, similar to the one whyturn posted below but with a hood you can zip all the way up to your nose. I had that thing on for a 14 hour hike in the Uintas a few summers ago, at least 8 hours were spent above 12k and above treeline, no sunscreen on, and I came out of that looking as white as ever. The KETL isn't the same quality as that but I wouldn't want to wear the ExOfficio biking, it's lighter but the tighter weave makes it less breathable.
Thanks for all the replies. I got a $10 coupon so I ordered the KETL shirt. I like their shorts enough and they have free shipping and returns so it's no risk if I try it on and don't like the material.Quote:
Originally Posted by Boissal
Re: sun shirts. I only wear button-up anymore. These were primarily branded as fishing shirts until recently. They dry fast, provide good protection, are easy to get on/off when wet, generally vent better, and last longer, IME. Fit has gotten much better with these, but is highly brand dependent (I’ve never met a Columbia fishing shirt that didn’t fit like a sail).
Yeah I like the button up ones as well but the problem is that there is no hood. Hoodie is a key tool in a quiver of sun protection.Quote:
Originally Posted by bagtagley
Fair, I just can’t stand wearing a hood in the heat. I have a bunch of douchey hats I wear instead.
I just got my KETL sunshirt. I am 6'1", 185 with long arms. The shirt has a nice slim fit and the arms are just long enough to reach my wrists. The hood is too small and pulls the shoulders up when I'm wearing it, but since I have a full head of hair, it's more for neck protection and I suspect I won't wear it often anyway as it would be too warm for me. I though about going XL, but the large will be fine and I like how it fits through the body.
I got the Virtue Hybrid 9” short. I’m usually a 33-34 waist or Large but got the XL. Even sizing up, they’re a little trimmer fit than I’m used to but biked in them today and they were awesome.
Then I went out river paddling on my SUP and they’re better than my swim trunks for not bunching up around the crotch and the belt cinch is awesome keeping them up when wet. Super worth the money especially since they’re on sale and offering $10 off for new customers
After trying on the sun hoodie again, I decided to exchange it for an XL. The hood seems like an important feature and hopefully the XL has enough fabric that it fits properly. Fit report to follow.
There's just no reason not to make the hood length spacious on garment like that imo. I don't even know what brand I have because my bud in UT had some made for his company and gave me one. It's awesome. Light, breathable and the hood is perfect. I mostly wear it post rides drinking beers to keep the sun or bugs off my skin.Quote:
Originally Posted by Peruvian
And yet, many companies do it the same. Sun hoodys from BD and Arcteryx both have this issue. I prefer a loose hood, but the argument against it is that they don't stay up in the wind, which I'm not sure is solved with a more form fitting one either.Quote:
Originally Posted by jackstraw
Yeah, I can see that thought process, but I don't really agree with it. Often I'll have a baseball hat on as well, so the extra room is necessary. If it's windy you could possibly reverse that and it would stay put I guess.Quote:
Originally Posted by North
Well, the Ketl XL hood is too short for me as well. It just pulls up the shoulders which isn’t comfortable. Back it goes. I guess BD and Arct are out too.Quote:
Originally Posted by North
I have some Patty cash so maybe I’ll check to see what they offer.
Patty hoodies are plenty big for my giant melonQuote:
Originally Posted by Peruvian
Turns out, me too. I just picked one up locally. I like the silky feel too.Quote:
Originally Posted by Falcon3
Anyone want some of their medium bib shorts? wore them once, so, uh, yeah, it's used bike shorts. Washed them twice since though. Little too big for me and are not going to work, so I don't know what else to do with them. looking for beer money plus shipping.
I’ll take ‘em. PM incoming.
I thought I would come back 2 years later with an update.
I'm going to order at least 1 more pair of the Virtue shorts. Great weight, stretch, and fit (I don't like how baggies get caught on the saddle) and the price has come down. I suspect their Tomfoolery pant is made of the same material and has most of the same features so they might go in the cart too.
I’ve got a new pair of grey virtue 11” in medium I could sell. I’d say “new with tags” but I don’t think they ever had tags. The 9” fit me better and are getting good use off the bike as well. Would also recommend the bibs for anyone considering.
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I'd be interested in trying those if Peruvian doesn't want them. LMKQuote:
Originally Posted by Johnny Utah
Not my size so go for it.Quote:
Originally Posted by beaterdit
Sweet, thanks! DM sent.
Anyone have any coupon/promo codes for Ketl? curious to try some of their stuff, a little extra discount would be nice
You just missed their sale, but don't worry I'm sure they will have another soon.Quote:
Originally Posted by radam
Just wrapping around on this thread. I have been wearing the Patagonia sun hoodie now for over a year and love it for biking, sailing, or anything in the sun. Lightweight, cooling in any breeze and the hood fits nicely.
As for Ketl MTN, I've ordered another pair of their Virtue shorts. The V.3 fit a little baggier and they eliminated the waist button in favor of velcro and a G-hook closure. I prefer the button as it holds better. If they made pants in this same fabric, I'd buy a pair immediately.
Another follow-up. I ended up getting these, they ARE really nice but but I don't love the fit so gonna pass them along. I have a long inseam and they're a bit short for my preference. Worn once, like new. I think I paid $60 shipped? (not totally sure since my inbox isn't saving messages lately), $40 local pickup, I'll ship them for $10 more.Quote:
Originally Posted by Johnny Utah
If these aren't gone by the time I get home I'll try 'em. I really like the length on the tasco shorts I have now and want to see what length they are.Quote:
Originally Posted by beaterdit