"Conation's Pinstriped Baggy shorts are unlike any other bike-specific apparel I've seen or worn. They're crazy lightweight, and super breathable, but able to navigate the cafe, sandwich shop or bar without looking like an oddly sponsored alien."
Bike Radar,
“When Conation approached us with the new Merino wool short, we were skeptical. Bottom line, though, it works remarkably well. ”
Mountain Bike Action,
"It’s a cliché to say a jersey works on the trail and in the bar. But if drinking post-ride beers — and looking good while doing it — makes us cliché, so be it. ”
Velo News,
"Conation Collective is a made-in-the-USA brand and when asked if he foresees moving overseas if, hypothetically, he becomes a large brand, Hayes responded by comparing his small-brand direction to that of an independent, custom frame builder.”
Bike Magazine,
"Attention to detail is awesome: This design is a hand-painted flower pattern, and an American print shop transferred the artwork to the material. ... These are ultra simple, super comfortable, and very light for summer riding."
Dirt Rag,
