gore bike wear is it worth the money

[jazzkat]

The crash I had last year that broke my collar bone was undertaken in a gore windproof (the one with the zippy off sleeves) I had a deep graze on my shoulder, a collar bone in bits and a windproof with not a mark on it!
It's very warm and despite being expensive I think it is/has been good value.

 

[Herbie]

Several years ago I bought a Gore WindStopper jacket for £85. It was one of THE BEST purchases I ever made. Later when it wore out, I bought a replacement but the price had increase to £100. I checked today in the shop and they dont have a direct replacement, instead they sell one where the sleeves can be zipped off. That's £140. I doubt I will buy another Gore jacket at those kinds of prices.

After buying the first Gore jacket, I also bought a couple of Gore shorts. They are the most comfortable shorts I have.

I also have Gore Windstopper gloves which are fantastic at precisely the thing they are designed for: keeping wind off your fingers.

Apart from the jacket, I can see myself buying more Gore stuff, but as the other brands get better and offer similar (but not the same) garments for cheaper, I would look carefully at the other brands. Though I'll admit I dont feel the same "affection" for the lower priced stuff that I do for Gore.

I have a gore windstopper jacket type garment that the sleeves zip off.....had it for over 4 years and is still as good as it was when new....worth the cash? YES

 

[terry_gardener]

i looking at some gloves (waterproof, winter), waterproof trousers and waterproof jacket.

thanks for the comments

 

[Tcr4x4]

Took my gore wind proof gloves out today.. Toasty warm hands all the time.
Only slight issue, was sometimes a part of the glove would catch the rubber on the hoods. Just a tad annoying.

 

[GrumpyGregry]

Back in the day... blah blah... gore mtb jacket... yadda yadda expensive... the thing the thing first ride... rhubarb rhubarb barbed wire... drone drone weeping.

Gore vs most of the rest proves the rule 'Buy cheap buy twice'.

 

[Kevin Alexander]

Been looking at Gore myself, quite like the look of the gear but will wait for xmas sale and hopefully pick up some bargains.

 

[simgsxr]

Bought a Gore Phantom jacket a while back - this will be the 4th autumn/winter that it will be used, it looks & performs just as good as when I bought it. All the reflective detail is present & it is used in all weathers throughout the colder months. Also have bib shorts, very comfortable, summer gloves as previous. Unlike other brands I have in the wardrobe Gore products seem to last & perform a lot longer & it's worth keeping an eye out for the offers as there are some good deals from the online shops throughout the year.

 

[uclown2002]

Never regretted a gore purchase; quality stuff.

 

[BimblingBee]

It's good stuff but not at full price. Can take a while to dry too if that's a consideration.

 

[Peteaud]

What does the sizes come up as, small or large side, as most stuff I know comes up small.

 

[dellzeqq]

Gore stuff has a good body and arm length. If you're longer than you are wider then it's worth a try. My Gore tops have all worn extremely well.

Mind you, AH reckons Gore is cheap and looks cheap. So, think on........

 

[Banjo]

Evans have some deals on Gore stuff now.

 

[nappadang]

Got absolutely hammered by rain in the Gore Power Active, again tonight. It performed brilliantly from both a waterproof and a breathable perspective.
Worth every penny

 

[400bhp]

You can get good Gore prices by shopping here, there is even an Outlet/Clearance section

Thanks for that. Bought the Power jacket in the clearance section.

 

[jagman.2003]

I don't normally buy high price items. Mainly because I seem to get good use of of some budget ranges. But some stuff like a good jacket I bit the bullet & went for the Gore Phantom, removable sleeves & things. Got a very good price in sale from LBS. Very happy. Warm, but breathable. Just about to start using it for the second winter.