First Look: 2015 Troy Lee Designs Apparel 2

Hot on the heels of the 2015 Troy Lee Designs helmet launch, it's time for apparel. Available at "finer dealers worldwide" as of today, February 23, here is the latest line-up of riding gear from the California designers. From XC to full-on DH, the range has been entirely reviewed and sees a number of new designs and color schemes appear across all the classic TLD kits. So whether you're into leopard print or something a little less loud, there's probably something that fits the bill here. Dive right in to find out!

Ace

Ace is Troy Lee's XC line - but did you really think you'd find lycra and spandex here? Cut close to the body and designed for pounding out the miles with maximum efficiency, but retaining all the style and personality of TLD, these kits will work just as well whether you're hunting for KOMs or heading out on an all mountain adventure. The line evolves with 4 all new designs, and there's a bunch of full-fingered or fingerless gloves to match your new get-up too.

Ace Jersey Highlights

• Performance fit cycling jersey with 10” front zipper
• Three rear open pockets and one zip stash pocket
• Reflective detailing on drop tail
• Breathable, moisture wicking UV protective polyester
• Media port inside right rear pocket
• NEW feature: Microfiber sunglass wipe at bottom hem
• MSRP: $68 USD

Ace Short Highlights

• Four way stretch, highly durable 90% polyester / 10% spandex
• Includes premium removable chamois liner short
• Welded, vented rear pocket with air-mesh padding
• Permanent inner thigh ventilation via laser cut intake vents
• Laser cut side stash pocket perfect for easy access
• Premium single snap fly closure
• Full waist and hip adjustment via bonded rubber adjusters
• Welded seams enable close to body fit without chafing
• Pedal friendly left pocket with welded mesh pocket bag
• Low rise waist prevents seat grab
• Close to body performance fit
• MSRP: $165 USD

Skyline

Skyline sits squarely in the "trail" category, which today translates to anything from epics to canadian XC (aka earning your turns and hucking your meat). With a looser fit and slightly more heavy duty materials, this is probably the kit that will work any day of the week for 80% of the mountain bikers out there. The design for 2015 steps away from the more understated kits of last year, with more variety, brighter colors and even leopard print for those who dare, and the pricing stays as reasonable as ever. Match it up with a pair of Air gloves and you're good to go.

Skyline Jersey Highlights

• Breathable moisture wicking mesh polyester
• Stash pocket with exposed YKK zipper
• Short sleeve MTB jersey
• Raglan sleeve, drop tail
• MSRP: $50 USD

Skyline Short Highlights

• 2 way stretch, lightweight, breathable, 92% polyester / 8% spandex mix body material
• High quality ribbed spandex stretch panel
• Full waist and hip height adjustment via fabric waist adjusters
• Pedal friendly side pockets with content security panel
• Lightweight Velcro® fly opening with 2 snap closure
• MSRP: $70 USD (Solid), $75 USD (Speeda)

Ruckus

TLD positions the Ruckus as their premium all mountain gear. 3/4 sleeves, a looser cut, and solid materials create a line that is light and breathable enough for any riding adventure, yet sturdy enough to deal with some punishment. This year's version is fairly outspoken, with vivid colors and bold graphics spread across 6 new jersey designs and 5 new shorts. We laid our hands on an early sample Ruckus, so you can read our review already if you want to know more.

Ruckus Jersey Highlights

• NEW Feature: Microfiber sunglass wipe at bottom hem
• Breathable polyester mesh side panels
• Easy entry Lycra neck collar
• Side stash pocket with YKK zipper
• 3/4 length raglan sleeves
• Drop tail length rear
• MSRP: $52 USD

Ruckus Short Highlights

• Includes premium removable chamois liner short
• Full waist / hip height adjustment via bonded rubber adjusters
• Zipped front pocket
• Inner thigh ventilation via hidden inseam zippers
• Premium single snap fly closure
• Rear pocket with air-mesh padding
• Zipped pedal friendly cell phone pocket
• Open access pocket with content security panel
• Ergonomic MTB specific cut and fit
• 2 way stretch 92% polyester / 8% spandex
• MSRP: $135 USD

Sprint

TLD makes gear "For The World's Fastest Racers", and nothing embodies that ambition like the Sprint line. If you race, or spend the majority of your time looking for lift-assisted gravity fun, Sprint is for you.

Sprint Jersey Highlights

• Mesh arms and side panels for targeted ventilation
• Moisture wicking rear collar
• Sublimated graphics
• Race inspired fit and design
• MSRP: $50 USD

Sprint Short Highlights

• 600 denier polyester material for durability and protection
• 2-way stretch poly spandex
• 5 1/2” zipped front pockets
• Full waist and hip adjustment via bonded rubber adjusters
• 500 poly mesh for optimal venting
• Lycra stretch inner liner panel
• Rear stretch yoke
• Polyester mesh liner
• MSRP: $95 USD

Sprint Pant Highlights

• 600 denier polyester material for durability and protection
• 2-way stretch poly spandex
• 5 1/2” zipped front pockets
• Full waist and hip adjustment via bonded rubber adjusters
• 500 poly mesh for optimal venting
• Lycra stretch inner liner panel
• Rear stretch yoke
• Polyester mesh liner
• MSRP: $125 USD

Super Retro and Moto

Want the gravity grade stuff, but don't fancy the racer boy look? The Super Retro jerseys have you covered. Heavy duty construction and a design that would make any 1980s designer proud, this is the one you're most likely to find TLD's freeriders in. The 2015 edition sees 3 all-new colors and the return of last year's black/white version. Couple the jersey with the classic TLD Moto short, back for 2015 with 3 new colors in addition to the ubiquitous solid black.

Super Retro Jersey Highlights

• Long sleeve ride jersey
• Full mesh construction for ventilation
• Applique double stripes on arms
• Elastic collar and cuffs
• MSRP: $46 USD

Moto Short Highlight

• 600 denier polyester material for durabilityand protection
• Ratchet system waist adjustment
• Full mesh liner
• Cargo pockets on leg
• MSRP: $90 USD

Wheels

The "Wheels" line is where street looks meet performance. This stuff provides a MTB-specific cut and is made from breathable, sweat-wicking materials, but you'd never know from looking at it. If you worry about getting strange looks at the post-ride beverage stop, or just enjoy blending in while cruising the streets, Wheels is for you.

Network Jersey Highlights

• 65% polyester / 35% cotton
• Short sleeve casual inspired MTB jersey
• Breathable moisture wicking textured polyester
• Rear stash pocket with snap closure
• Rear reflective heat transfer logo detail
• MSRP: $38 USD

Connect Short Highlights

• Polyester spandex blend
• Pedal friendly front media pocket with YKK brand zipper
• Drawstring closure for non-restrictive adjustable fit
• Reflective rear zipper tape provides added visibility
• Ergonomic MTB specific cut and fit
• MSRP: $65 USD

Women

Yes, of course TLD has something for women too. Ace, Skyline, and Moto all feature ladies' specific models, with cuts and colors to cater to the girls who shred.

Women's Ace Jersey Highlights

• Reflective heat transfer logo detail on front and back
• 9” zipper front for venting
• Dual rear pockets
• Moisture wicking polyester
• MSRP: $60 USD

Women's Skyline Jersey Highlights

• Lycra rear neck panel for easy entry
• V neck collar for increased comfort
• Breathable mesh fabric for increased air flow
• Mesh polyester features antimicrobial properties
• MSRP: $50 USD (short sleeve), $55 USD (long sleeve)

Women's Skyline Short Highlights

• 2-way stretch highly durable 90% / polyester 10% spandex mix
• Secured zipper front stash pocket
• Zipped cargo side pocket
• Lycra backed fly opening
• Fabric hook and loop waist adjusters
• MSRP: $70 USD (solid), $75 USD (Speeda)

Women's Moto Short Highlight

• 600 Denier polyester for durability and protection
• Ratchet waist system for custom fit
• Two cargo pockets
• MSRP: $90 USD

Youth

Of course the raddest groms out there want to get rowdy in TLD gear. Pint-sized Skyline and Sprint kits to the rescue! And the price is smaller too, to keep Mom and Dad happy.

Skyline Jersey Youth Highlights

• ‘Easy entry’ neck collar
• Breathable moisture wicking mesh polyester
• Stash pocket with exposed YKK zipper
• MSRP: $40 USD

Skyline Short Youth Highlights

• High quality ribbed spandex stretch panel
• Full waist and hip height adjustment via fabric waist adjusters
• Pedal friendly side pockets with content security panel
• MSRP: $65 USD (Solid), $70 USD (Speeda)

Sprint Jersey Youth Highlights

• Mesh arms and side panels for ventilation
• Moisture wicking rear collar
• MSRP: $38

Sprint Short Youth Highlights

• 600 denier polyester material for durability
• Zipper pocket on right hip
• MSRP: $80 USD

Sprint Pant Youth Highlights

• Premium single snap fly closure
• Rear stretch yoke
• MSRP: $99 USD

Protection

There's no point looking the part if your day is going to be cut short after the first crash. TLD produces an impressive range of protective gear, including everything from upper body protectors to a wide variety of pads and guards for your arms and legs - there are even TLD mouthguards available in the catalogue, including a custom-molded option. Ankle braces, padded short liners, it's all here. Many of the items are configurable, to allow you to match the level of protection to the type of riding on the menu for the day. To check out the entire protection line, head over to: http://www.troyleedesigns.com/bicycle/protection.

Gloves

TLD produces an impressive array of gloves, basically ensuring that you can always find a glove to match your riding style and kit here. Lightweight Ace (including fingerless version) and XC, classic Air, and the race inspired Sprint And SE gloves all get new colors and facelifts for 2015.

Jackets

When the going gets tough, the tough grab the appropriate gear and get going. The Ruckus jacket has been redesigned for 2015, and TLD have also added an all-new windbreaker to their inclement weather arsenal.

Ruckus Jacket Highlights

• NEW design for 2015
• 100% nylon shell
• PU laminated interior for water resistance
• Oversize and removable hood for over the helmet coverage
• Microfiber collar lining for added warmth and comfort
• Rear venting panel allows excess body heat to escape
• Hook and loop wrist closure
• Elastic cord lock bottom hem
• Rear cargo pocket
• Media port
• Hook and loop security storm flap
• Taped critical seams
• MSRP: $155 USD

Transit Jacket Highlights

• Coated with DWR for water resistance
• Rear storage pocket with waterproof YKK zipper
• Taped interior seams
• 2-way waterproof YKK front zipper allows for venting
• Underarm vents via YKK waterproof zippers
• Rear venting panel allows excess body heat to escape
• Easy access upper arm pocket with YKK waterproof zipper
• Water resistant media pocket
• Front hand pockets with YKK waterproof zippers
• Interior Lycra cuffs lock out wind and water
• Interior brushed mirco fiber zipper garage
• Drop tail rear
• MSRP: $198 USD

Ace Windbreaker Highlights

• NEW for 2015
• 100% nylon outer shell
• 100% polyester front lining, and rear panel
• Reflective logo details
• Front chest
• Three pocket rear
• Full length storm flap with anti-catch webbing
• Elastic sleeve and cuff bindings
• Zipper garage
• MSRP: $75 USD

The 2015 Troy Lee Designs Apparel collection is available as of today from finer dealers worldwide. Check out the entire range here, and stay tuned for surprise editions and more during the season!