Chrome Telegraph Knickers

www.chromebagsstore.com; 14.4 ounces
What difference do a few extra inches of fabric make? Bang an exposed knee into your bike’s cross bar, and perhaps you’ll realize that a little coverage can go a long way—which is why the Telegraph Knickers are perfection for autumn and early-winter foul-weather rides.  The loose-but-not-baggy three-quarter length capris provide surprising warmth—and ends the cuff-vs-chain conflict you endure while cycling in full-length pants. Four-way nylon/spandex stretch fabric keep things comfortable on and off the saddle, and you get the kind of weather protection and urban-centric tweaks expected from a San Fran-based company: quick-drying, water-resistant DWR, a traditional four-pocket design, and a secure cell phone pocket on the mid-thigh. Only caveat? They size in M, L, and XL, not specific waist sizes, so dialing in the exact fit might be challenging; belt loops help if you fall between sizes.  But one thing’s certain: no matter what, they’ll look better than leg-hugging spandex.