The clothes you wear when riding, whether they're bike-specific or everyday.
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Looking for a cycling jacket for Fall/Spring
I am looking for a cycling jacket for fall/spring. Depending on how well it works I may use it through (part of) winter as well.
I did a bit of shopping last night and purchased this MEC ...
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Sandals in the winter? Other winter footwear options?
I used Shimano cycling sandals during the summer months here in the Chicago, Illinois area. I'm wondering if I can use these during the cold winter months also or if different shoes are required. In ...
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Do liners or other hats worn inside a helmet compromise safety?
Is there any data or official (e.g. standards-based) information on the effects of wearing a liner, bandana, or other hat under a helmet?
Like many riders, I wear "headsweats" in the summer for sun ...
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Long sleeve vs. short sleeve jersey
Does a long sleeve jersey add a lot of warmth for riding during the winter months, or does a short sleeve jersey suffice during the cold. I want a jersey for my commute to work and back and I can't ...
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How can I convince my company to sponsor corporate cycling gear? [closed]
I work for a medium sized company (about 200 people). We have a small but reasonably active BUG (Bicycle Users Group). I've seen corporate cycling gear before and have some friends who can get ...
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How to keep the pants from getting dirty
If it is wet, not necessarily pouring rain, it is easy to get the bottom of the pants and the shoes dirty. My tires have protective platesfenders, yet it is not enough. If there a way to avoid that?
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Bicycle Socks for Road Rides
There are so many styles of socks. Plus there are always debates on the best looking socks for group road rides. White, black, short, tall, logos, etc..... Some old school road purists say that ...
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Safety vests: Yellow vs. Orange?
What are the factors that should affect whether my visibility will be higher with a "high visibility Yellow" vs. a "high visibility Orange" vest or jacket?
It seems too simplistic to simply say ...
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Cheap clothes for 50 km per day in the summer
I am considering of paying DeaxExtreme's clothes, because they are rather cheap and seem to be rather good in the summer.
I would like to have a cloth that keeps me warm as it rains and as I cycle 50 ...
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Long sleeves for safety?
I took @Jason's and @Neil's advice and practiced wearing clipless pedals in cold weather. I fell three times (nearly four) last week, all at very low speeds: twice because of ice, and twice because of ...
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Is fluorescent clothing effective?
I read recently that fluorescent clothing was not effective at all at night. If this is the case, how effective is it during the day, and should I stop buying tops that are fluorescent to use on my ...
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Should I use gloves or track mitts?
What are the differences between gloves and track mitts? (other than the obvious lack of covered fingers)
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Compression clothing
First, some context: I commute to work on a fixie and go for longer rides on weekends on a road bike.
I often find my legs get sore/tired, especially when I've been on a longer ride or have pushed ...
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Which waterproof overshoes would you recommend for use with clipless pedal shoes?
Last Winter I bought some waterproof overshoes on the internet to keep my feet dry on the daily commute. Unfortunately these overshoes fastened with a velcro strap which fastened underneath the shoe ...
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What should I look for in a cycling undershirt for warm weather?
Road season is about to start here and I think that it is time I stopped using my cotton singlets as an undershirt and start using something more specific for cycling (and racing in particular). What ...
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Recommended budget waterproof jacket
I'm a bit baffled by the large choice of cycling waterproof jackets. Could someone recommend me a good budget waterproof jacket?
A bit more information:
I mostly ride off road
About £70 (approx 112 ...
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Deteriorating lycra
Background: A year or so ago, I noticed that a pair of bib shorts had a spot of deterioration on one of the thigh panels. Basically it was a round spot where the outer weave had apparently ...
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What should I look for in a cycling jersey?
Time has come to refresh the wardrobe a little, and the old woollen cycling jerseys need some young blood to compete against. What should I be looking for in a modern cycling top? Is lycra used ...
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Online stores which stock larger cycling gear?
I'm trying to find a source to purchase large-sized bicycle gear. I'm having a hard time finding all sorts of gear. I've been looking for padded mountain bike shorts, but can't find anything that ...
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What clothing is best for wet weather/cycling in the rain?
I tried wearing a raincoat to keep out the rain, but find I get hot and sweaty inside. So my question is, what clothing do you find works best for you when cycling in wet weather?
Thanks.
