The padded back is essential for a long travel day, she says
The combination of this rod and lure is a thing of beauty
I did have some small hiccups with the Bosch system, where it occasionally would shut down and insist I open the Bosch app mid-ride, but after the age old turn it off and on again trick I was back up and running with no real hassle
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Pros: Comfortable wear all day Quiet, aerodynamic performance Flip-front convenience at stops Integrated comms & sun visor Cons: Faceshield lock is sometimes stiff Heavier weight may fatigue neck on long rides HJC RPHA 91 (~$550$600): A composite modular that delivers a plush interior and solid comms integration for about $200 less than the C5
Our feet stayed bone dry splashing through streams, and as an added bonus, the sticky Vibram outsole worked just as well underwater as on dry land