Wednesday 13 August 2014

King Dutch Cycling Cap With A Crowning Touch

King Dutch Cycling Cap
photo Red Dots Cycling





The Eneco Tour is on and is a mini Tour of the Benelux countries. And appropriately, we're showcasing our all-orange King Dutch cycling cap. Check it out... with a crowning touch!




Our crown embroidery detail.
photo Red Dots Cycling




Monday 11 August 2014

Our Cycling Caps Are Made To Beat Back The Heat

Nueva Vuelta Cycling Cap honoring the Vuelta a España.
photo Red Dots Cycling







Many interpretations of the cycling cap evolved. Here's Barry Hoban, a professional in the 60s - 70s, wearing his version of the cycling cap to beat the heat.  








Fortunately, our cycling caps are handmade from pre-washed, lightweight linen/cotton to wick moisture and help keep you cool.  We welcome the dog days of summer.




Richard & Carolle





Saturday 9 August 2014

Enjoy Our Espress O Cycling Cap!

Espress O cycling cap
photo Red Dots Cycling




Cycling and espresso goes so well together... Our popular Espress O cycling cap is now back in stock in both sizes!






Friday 8 August 2014

TGIF: Maillot à pois rouges: Giancarlo Bellini & Il Campionissimo Back In Stock

1976 Tour:
Giancarlo Bellini in KoMs jersey! 





An Italian theme this TGIF...

 Our maillot à pois rouges honors Italian grimpeur, Giancarlo Bellini winning the KoMs classification in the 1976 Tour!





Honoring an Italian legend... Our
popular Il Campionissimo is now back in stock!
photo Red Dots Cycling







We are happy to announce our popular summer cap with a retro look, Il Campionissimo size: M/L is back in stock! It's the perfect riding companion on your hot rides - made from fast wicking, lightweight, cool/comfortable and durable linen/cotton. And, we made this handmade cap in white to reflect the sun's rays. The black under brim helps keep the sun's glare from out of your eyes.


Forza Italia!



Monday 4 August 2014

The Merits of Linen/cotton

photo Red Dots Cycling





Yesterday, on my Sunday ride the weather hovered around (30C). The hot spell continues here in the lower mainland. And I always have a Red Dots cycling cap.

Many of our 3-season caps are made from linen cotton. We also use cotton and wool but love linen/cotton for it's natural characteristics. Linen is very absorbent, it basically pulls moisture away off the body and keeps you dryer. It's also lightweight, breathable & antibacterial. And you don't have to worry about shrinkage, we pre-wash our fabric. Chapeau to linen/cotton our favorite and hard working fabric!



Saturday 2 August 2014

Ride, Ride, Ride





We love this inspirational video by Movistar. Enjoy your riding weekend!

Monday 28 July 2014

Pretty In Pink!




Many thanks to James for sending us this wonderful photo of his daughter enjoying her custom pink cycling cap!

Friday 25 July 2014

TGIF: New Cycling Cap: Welcome le Grand Départ! & A Scotch Date

Two New Versions: The Grand Départ cycling caps!
photo Red Dots Cycling





Sometimes good and not so good things happen, we are happy to solve our recent delay issues and get back to good news to launch our new cycling cap... The Grand Départ!

The Tour de France is mightily huge and French riders are excitingly challenging for the podium.  Our French tribute has two versions; Version 1; French royal blue linen/cotton, full yellow ribbon, embroidered 'rd' with yellow dots (influenced by the yellow jersey) and a bold handmade French tricolor ribbon. Version 2; Everything the same as version 1, we decided to go for a retro look with a full vintage white ribbon. 


Vive le Tour, Vive le France, Vive le Grand Départ!


Now available here.





I know it's only a few days before my birthday, but I received this from Carolle...


I can't wait to taste this!
photo Red Dots Cycling





Richard


Friday 18 July 2014

TGIF: Beer Of Our Day & Our Machine Is Back

New brims ready for the new caps - due out very soon!
photo Red Dots Cycling





TGIF!

We're extra happy today. Whilst it's Friday, it's sushi day and our beer of choice today is Vancouver's own - Stanley Park Belgian style pilsner. Hit's the spot!


Why are we happy? Richard picked up our repaired Pfaff machine and our production is returning back to normal. You have all been amazing waiting patiently for our new cycling cap. We're busy putting the finishing touches on them and they will be available very soon. Thank you!




Hits the spot!
photo Red Dots Cycling




And, don't forget with every order you will receive (1) Free limited edition 100th Tdf inner tube wallet, with our compliments. Hurry now ...while quantities last.


Enjoy le Tour everyone!




Carolle






Wednesday 16 July 2014

A Testimonial From Ryan... With Thanks!

courtesy Ryan Heitz




We like testimonials. Thanks to Ryan for sending us this and enjoy your Londoner cap and our giveaway... a limited edition 100th Tdf embroidered inner tube wallet!

That's right! While quantities last, with every order we will include a 100th Tdf inner tube wallet. Only 9 wallets remaining... hurry and place your order!



Carolle & Richard