New Scuba called Ghost Ground Nesting Bird. It's pretty wild. I have my new Black Snowy Owl so I think I'm good as far as Scubas are concerned for now. I can't make up my mind whether I like it or not.
See Me Ride Poncho made of Glyde for
bike commuting. You know, because women are really embracing commuting to work via bike. Cycling to work is sweaty and most women typically use a ton of products making themselves presentable that they've got to either stash at work or tote with them. In addition, riding a bike increases women's vulnerability to bad guys. I just don't see it happening in droves for the ladies. Although, maybe this is aimed for college kids. I used to bike around campus when I had to be out in the wee hours of the morning. However, as a soccer slash baseball mom, I can see this jacket coming in handy for drizzly days on the sidelines/stands. I'm sure the price is outrageous but I'll definitely give this a try if it makes it to my local store. Not sure if it will, the greater Los Angeles area is very car-centric nor particularly rainy.
See Me Ride Commuting pants made of Glyde with reflectivity. These will be a pass for me.
22 comments:
Ooo. I like the nesting bird scuba... And I haven't bought a scuba in years...
Wow! That poncho is some kind of ugly!!! Why does Lulu either do form-fitting or tents? There is a happy medium and they would probably find a few customers embracing the choice.
Gee riding a bike wearing a poncho/cape ...are we due for a Mary Poppins revival???
That poncho is ugly! Sorry, but I don't care for the nesting bird scuba either; I much prefer the snowy owl print. At least my wallet will be safe from these items!
Where is the nesting bird scuba?
The nest bird scuba is in Canada that pictures from the halifax store. I really like it and if i didnt have the unicorn tears I would get this but I find them to similar to have both as i have only worn my unicorn tears scuba once. And I agree with the above commments the poncho is ugly! dont like it at all
There are so many things wrong with that poncho- I don't even know where to begin. I generally enjoy the look of a poncho....but that is just something else. Love the pattern on the scuba though!
The poncho looks awful for biking. I have to admit I have embraced biking and now go everywhere by it. I don't think it makes me more vulnerable, and its a great way to get a workout in before school/work. In Vancouver there are bikers everywhere, its definitely an up and coming way to work out.
i dont think wearing a rain poncho with this much batwing is gonna be good aerodynamics-wise. this would create a lot of drag especially when its windy.
Wow, that poncho is hideous!! What's up with the giant bat wings?? That will be an easy pass for me!
My husband hates that I am always reading blogs and facebook pages about lululemon but he got a HUGE kick out of this poncho. He said you could fly off the top of a building and still live with that thing on hahahaha. Seriously though, it is so weird and ugly. I don't get the bat wings. I race triathlons competitively but I don't commute to work so maybe I am missing something in the design features made for biking.
I agree, who wants all that material flapping around when you are biking. The pants seems ok but the top definitely isn't aerodynamic.
I live in Minneapolis and there are loads and loads of bike commuters here, year round even. That being said, the See Me Ride is fug.
Laughing at all the comments! I HATE the poncho! Seriously, who would ride around wearing that! It might be something I would fold up into a pouch thing and take for outdoor concerts if it rains...nah! Too hideous even for that!!!! Yikes! what were they thinking!
I don't mind the poncho that much aesthetically, but I'm wondering why they made it shaped like that? Doesn't seem like it would be good for biking, and I think the giant sleeves would feel too big and bulky on... Doesn't look comfortable. I wonder if we'll get it in my store.
I know quite a few women who bike to work, but most have access to shower facilities at work or the gym. And in cities where bike trails and lanes are abundant, I think it's even more common. Not saying I love the poncho, but I definitely think there's a group here, so Lulu's not totally out there with this one.
Just curious, why/how does bike commuting expose women to bad guys? I agree, I think this poncho is silly for cycling (mostly because it would slow you down), but I don't understand your reasoning as to why women won't embrace bike commuting. Maybe things are wildly different in the LA/California region? (Not flaming, just curious, *grin*).
poncho would be great for skydiving or paraglading. or you can make a little tent out of it if you need to sped a night outdoors. ladies, let's be creative!
@ Becca - My imaginings about bike commuting are probably tainted by living in the LA area, where "good" areas are geographically close to "bad" areas. I suppose if you travel during the busiest commuting hours where you are surrounded/visible to lots of people and your commute isn't overly long, women are probably ok. In my mind's eye I had visions of a lone woman commuting at dawn on nearly empty streets in a densely populated urban area, probably not the norm for a typical female bike commuter. Although, with long commute distances, heavy car traffic, and narrow bike lanes, I don't see bike commuting catching on too big in LA. I can see it being much more viable in the small Oregon college town my sister lives in.
By no means do I need another Scuba, but I'm on the fence too. I appreciate the creativity and unique-ness of the Nesting Bird Scuba and the poncho, but at the same time, I think who in the world would wear that?
I bike to work everyday and everywhere else at that, it's ignorant to say women aren't embracing cycling to work. This poncho could be better designed, but your attitude is why Lululemon doesn't make more cycling products!
I, for one, would try on any bike commuting apparel Lululemon threw at me, because I generally trust it to look good. This one I missed though, thanks to the price tag and the bat wings...
Luluaddict, I'm sad that you're so misinformed about urban cycling for women; conjecture and imagination cannot always serve as a replacement for experience. I'm a woman who rides day and night, busy and deserted, rain and shine. I've ridden in cities all over the world, from New Orleans to Tokyo to Beirut. Biking around at night is not the same as walking blindfolded around at night. Fear, Uncertainty and Doubt (FUD) keep people from doing a lot of things that are enjoyable, healthy and progressive.
I decided to leave a comment, so that Luluaddict's comments regarding women and cycling do not dissuade sisters (and brothers) from riding. North America wide, the number of women riding bikes is increasing faster than male riders.
Bicycles led to the rational dress movement in the 1890s (think bloomers), which liberated women from heavy skirts/corsets and set off the suffragette movement. Emancipation of women is intimately tied into the independence that the bicycle furnished. The empowerment that it provides is priceless (and a decent used bike and lock is pretty affordable, $100-$250 is a small investment in free transportation and personal health).
There are lots of women in your community who can help. If you don't feel ready to ride by yourself, start by talking with/riding with others. I've left articles/links below related to women and cycling in LA (women includes trans and cis women). For non-LA women, there will likely be a cycling community coalition you can find in any urban area. If you're in a smaller town there are online forums and mailing lists you can get support from. Community bike shops also provide workshops and first point of contact for newbies - look for women-only nights -- feel brave and drop by!
"All Aboard the LA Bike Train" article
http://bikeleague.org/content/all-aboard-la-bike-train
Bodacious Bike Babes FB page
https://www.facebook.com/BodaciousBikeBabes
Beach Cities Women Cyclists
http://www.bcwcyclists.org
Article on LA 'Sisterhood of the Traveling Bikes'
http://zev.lacounty.gov/news/sisterhood-of-the-traveling-bikes
“Ovarian Psyco Cycles’ Bike Brigade:
http://ovarianpsycos.com
Red #5 Yellow #7 Bicycle Gallery
http://www.r5y7.cc/blog
The Bird Wheel:
http://www.thebirdwheel.com
This is not female-centrific as such, but if you would like lessons in riding a bike, or riding in traffic, you can contact these folks in LA:
http://www.cicle.org
And read the good news about LA:
http://lacbc.wordpress.com/2011/12/08/results-are-in-cycling-is-on-the-rise-in-los-angeles/
Los Angeles Bicycle Coalition
http://lacbc.wordpress.com/
It's worth giving 'Girl's Guide to Life on Two Wheels" a read:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/The-Girls-Guide-Life-Wheels/dp/1849753717
Bike commuting increases when ignorance is reduced. Women all around the world ride bikes in urban and rural environments, for work, transportation and pleasure. Part of the reason cycling infrastructure in LA may be lagging is because some folks haven't yet joined the solution (not naming any names here). Demand creates infrastructure. And bicycle infrastructure supports new riders and riders with children, not to mention reducing traffic congestion and improving air quality for everyone. The first thing a woman can do is get on a bike as often as she can. And for those with kids, I know many people, men and women, who ride with their young ones (attached to the bike on bike seats, trailers, or trail-a-bikes, or with the little ones riding their own bikes as they get older).
The International Suffragette movement put a lot of time and energy into getting us the vote. They didn't say "Ooh this is hard and scary. Think I'll do something easier." It can be intimidating to start out. But there are women (and men) in your community who want to support your confidence/development as a cyclist. They can provide you with advice, and they are fun to ride with!
All the best.
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