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On test: Gore cold and wet weather clothing, January 29, 2008

The Gore Xenon Race Jacket
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The short front is matched
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Gore's 'Comfort Mapping' under the sleeves
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The Xenon Race has a high collar
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The Gore Xenon Jacket
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The rear of the Xenon Jacket
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The Xenon Jacket has a high cut to the front of the collar
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The Xenon Jacket comes with a carrying pouch
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The Xenon Longsleeve Jersey
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The long back has three big pockets
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A nice high collar
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The Xenon Windstopper Jersey
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Plenty of reflective areas
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Two chest vents allow a bit of extra airflow
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The back of the Windstopper Jersey
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Gore's Xenon Thermal Bib Tights
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The Xenon Thermal bib tights fit
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The back panel
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Gore's exclusive Xenon padded insert
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The overall fit of the Xenon Thermal Bib Tights is let down
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Gore Xenon Windstopper Gloves
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Gel padding is located on the palms
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The Gore Phantom Jacket
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Gore omits the Windstopper on the back
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Raglan sleeves zip off
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… to reveal short jersey sleeves.
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A sleeveless vest and short jersey sleeves
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The Gore Concept Jacket
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When uninflated
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A long back
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Pit-zips let some cool air in
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The Concept's inflator nozzle
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Jacket inflation
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Fully inflated
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The Airvantage insulation
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The Concept's hood
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