Sunday, April 4, 2010

Essential Cycling Clothes for a Comfortable Bike Ride

By Kevin Gillett

One of the most important things needed for riders for a comfortable ride is a cycling short with padded insert. This will give comfort to long time riders and keeps them away from saddle soreness.

There are varieties of cycling shorts available in the market from baggy shorts which has internal padded chamois liner to cheap padded shorts which fits perfectly under any size of pants. Try these varieties and pick the one which suits you the best.

Cycling Jerseys

Most of the riders desire for technical fabrics with good ventilation as they remove sweat easily. Clothes with back pockets are most preferred as they can be used to carry energy drinks and snacks.

Tight fitting pants should not be used by riders as they will not be comfort especially for long travels as they may become sodden with sweat. The most preferred type of clothing is a pair of comfortable cycling clothes and gloves.

Sugoi Leg Warmers in larger size

These leg warmers are designed in such a way to give warm when going for a winter ride and are made of poly/spandex material. This can be easily packed in to a smaller size and easy to carry too.

New RS TREK Cycling Jersey, Shorts in all sizes

This jersey is made of 90% polyester and 10% Lycra which gives much comfort for wearing and also has a quick try function. It has the ability to keep you cool in hot conditions and warm in cold conditions. It is provided with 3 rear pockets which help you to keep energy drinks and snacks. The jersey won't stick with your skin even if you are sweaty.

Performance Team USA Bib Shorts Bike Cycling Medium

This short has the capability to reduce muscle fatigue and chafing. It is designed with eight panels for a comfortable ride. It is made of American Fabrics with 77% of Nylon 23% Spandex. The leg gripper present in the short stops it from riding up.

Sugoi Women's Mobil Short black

Mobil carbon fabric and bamboo carbon are used in this short and it has a removable liner too. It protects one from harmful ultra violet rays and gives comfort to the skin.

Under Armour Long Sleeve

This sleeve gives an extreme support to the muscles and it has an anti odor technology which stops the growth of odor causing bacteria. It is made of 66% Nylon / 19% Polyester / and 15% Elastene. Its 30+ UPF gives protection against UV rays affecting your skin.

Assos cycling arm warmers in all sizes

This arm warmer is made of high elastic fabric upper body Lycra material and a good quality super Roubaix fabric. This fabric has the capability of quick drying and has a wind proof mechanism which protects the rider from chill weather.

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