When I first heard about Moeben I wasn't sure what to think. Here were these fancy arm sleeves that cost about $32 and I was perfectly happy with my $18 pair of sleeves I bought at a cycling store. Then I started to see them everywhere. Then I asked Shannon (owner of Moeben) if she would be interested in sponsoring Twin Peaks. Twin Peaks 2009 was canceled so that didn't happen. But Shannon was gracious enough to send me some samples. She sent me some of the regular arms sleeves as well as a utility skirt.
The Review
I was very impressed. When I first tried them on I noticed they were immensely more comfortable than my Pearl Izumi sleeves. I like that the sleeves are longer than most other sleeves so that you can pull them over your hands if they are a little cold, but not so cold for gloves (or you just don't want to carry the extra gloves). The sleeves each have one pocket on them. Again, I wasn't sure about the pockets. What are they for? Gels? I don't normally use gels so I wasn't sold.
When I went out for my test run I brought Tobey along. I quickly found out how versatile the sleeves and pockets really are. I stuffed a poop bag into one of the sleeve pockets and my cell phone in the other. My phone actually fit well and didn't bounce around like I thought it might. I ran a few miles to test them out and I as sold. Great job Shannon on some great sleeves!
I have similar comments regarding the skirt. It had lots of great useful pockets and was super comfy. I'll have to try it out on a longer than 4 mile run but so far I'm a fan of the Moeben skirts as well. It sure is nice to have so many great skirt options for running when about 5 years ago there was maybe 1 or 2.
Moeben sleeves and skirts all offer UV protection, come in a variety of colors and you can even get eco-friendly and fleece versions. Moeben also offers leg sleeves which I'm looking forward to trying when fall comes back around and I want to wear a skirt but it's too cold. I'm not a big fan of running in pants so they may be the perfect solution - plus they are super cute!
Happy Running & Dirty Feet,
Jessica
I love, love my new Moeben sleeves! Will use any excuse to wear them these days.
Posted by: Billy Burger | 02 June 2009 at 01:16 PM
The arm sleeves look cute but I am wondering about the leg sleeves (due to my leg scar needing sun protection). After a month of running in long pants, I am tired of it already.
Posted by: Juls | 02 June 2009 at 02:55 PM
They are everywhere, but you'll have to pry my Primal ones out of my cold hand!
Posted by: Stuart | 05 June 2009 at 10:13 PM
Moeben definitely makes the most comfortable, versatile, and most stylish (with the widest selection of fabrics and patterns) sleeves out there. I love them. They also support a lot of events.
Posted by: Mark Tanaka | 19 January 2010 at 09:58 AM