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Cycling Apparel Links
Pearl Izumi - http://www.pearlizumi.com/
Offers apparel. |
Velowear.com - http://www.velowear.com/
Bicycle apparel. Resellers of Voler. |
Voler Team Apparel - http://www.voler.com/
Specializes in custom sublimated cycling clothing. |
Giro Sport Design - http://www.giro.com/
Bicycle helmet manufacturer. |
Bouré Sportswear - http://www.boure.com/
Durango, CO maker of quality bicycle clothing. |
Pace Sportswear - http://www.pacesportswear.com
Offers cycling apparel, accessories, and custom
sublimated team and cycling themed Hawaiian shirts. |
Fisher Outdoor Leisure - http://www.fisheroutdoor.co.uk
Full range of cycling clothes and accessories. |
FanAvenue - http://www.fanavenue.com/
Features cycling apparel headlining the Tour de
France, 24 hours of Le Mans, and the Marathon of Paris. |
SIDI - http://www.sidiusa.com/
Cycling Shoes. |
Assos - http://www.assos.com/
Manufacturers of shorts and other cycling clothes. |
Mt. Borah Designs - http://www.mtborah.com/
A full line manufacturer of performance and casual
bicycle apparel. |
Euroduds - http://www.euroduds.com/
European cycling team jerseys. |
Limar - http://www.limar.com/
Cycling Helmets |
Lake - http://www.lakecycling.com/
Cycling shoes, gloves, and socks. |
Verge Sport - http://www.vergesport.com/
Bicycle clothing for road and mountain biking. |
Team Estrogen - http://www.teamestrogen.com/
Women's cycling clothing, apparel, and accessories. |
Behind the Bars - http://www.behindthebars.com/
Cycling clothes for mountain bikers and cyclists. |
Kucharik Bicycle Clothing - http://www.kucharik.com/
Bicycle clothing manufacturer selling direct to the
public, specializing in club/team apparel. |
Big Gear Bike Gear - http://www.biggearbikegear.com
Specializing in road and mountain bike apparel and
accessories. Also includes ride information for the Santa Barbara,
California area. |
Gound Effect - http://www.groundeffect.co.nz
New Zealand site offers shorts, tops, rainwear, and
season specific designs. Delivery offered worldwide. |
Gill Bike Wear - http://www.gillbikegear.co.uk/
A specialist manufacturer of cycle clothing, including
waterproofs, fleece and gloves. Product images and features included. |
BikeClothingOutlet.com - http://www.bikeclothingoutlet.com
Offers brand name designs for men and women. |
Troy Lee Designs - http://www.troyleedesigns.com/
Clothing and helmets. |
Bikejerseys.com - http://www.bikejerseys.com
Professional cycling clothing from Europe. Jerseys,
bib shorts, and skinsuits. |
Pro Cycle Gear - http://www.procyclegear.com
Offers jerseys, shorts, and accessories from the major
professional teams. |
Rocket 7 - http://www.rocket7.com/
Creates carbon sole cycling shoes for road, mountain
and triathalon biking, as well as custom footbeds. |
Spokes Wear - http://www.spokeswear.com/
offers neoprene/synthetic-leather bicycle gloves, foul
weather boots/booties, and sailing fingerless gloves. |
The Good Egg - http://www.thegoodegg.com
Hard to find, high quality, fashion-forward
performance apparel and accessories for female cyclists. |
BicycleApparel.com - http://www.bicycleapparel.com
Guide to manufacturers and retailers of bicycle
apparel, custom bicycle clothing, and bike apparel fit and function. |
Pro Designd - http://www.prodesigned.com/
Pads and protective gear for a variety of sports,
including BMX and downhill. |
LongsCycle - http://www.longscycle.com/
Sells jerseys, caps, and other biking apparel. |
Trashy Cat - http://www.trashycat.com
Designed exclusively for women. |
Showers Pass Clothing - http://www.showerspass.com
Manufacturer of bicycle clothing including lighweight
raingear, vests and other products. |
Asylum Sports - http://www.asylumsports.com
Offering a variety of styles and sizes. |
BikeSnob - http://www.bikesnob.com
Sports tops and shorts for men and women, as well as
accessories. Includes a sizing chart. |
Black Dogs - http://www.blackdogbikes.com
Designs for men, women and youth. Includes jerseys,
socks, and shorts. |
Bicycleclothing.com - http://www.bicycleclothing.com/
A small bicycle clothing manufacturer in Oregon. |
Skinz Gear - http://www.rstc.net/skinz/
Protective gear and accessories for mountain biking
and Inline Skating. |
Bicyclinghub.com - http://www.bicyclinghub.com
Cycling clothing from Europe's top professional
cycling teams and clothing manufacturers. Also offers custom designs
from Santini. |
Ecyclingstore - http://www.ecyclingstore.com
Carries selection of shorts and jerseys for men and
women. |
Duegi - http://www.duegi.com/
Cycling shoes. |
Torelli Sport - http://www.torellisport.freeserve.co.uk
Cycling, athletic, swim and triathlon custom team
sportswear manufactured in Belgium. |
WoolyWarm - http://woolywarm.com/
Offering a line of wool designs, including shorts,
jerseys, and sweaters. |
Desolate Clothing Co. - http://www.desolateclothing.com/
Providing BMX clothing to the masses. Including
t-shirts, longsleeves, hats, hoodies, belts, and stickers. |
AeroTech by Schnaubelt - http://www.schnaubelt.com/
Maker of designer bicycle clothing for women, men,
children and plus sizes. Size chart and online ordering are featured. |
Colibri Sports - http://www.colibri-sports.com/
NORET cycling clothes in the U.S.A. The official
sponsor of the French cycling federation. |
Lab-Gear - http://www.lab-gear.com
Clothing and gear designed for various needs. |
On Your Left - http://www.onyourleft.com/
Passing gear: discount bike shorts, clothing,
cyclewear and accessories for the competitor. |
Camel Clutch Tactics - http://www.camelclutchtactics.com
Designs for bmx, downhill and freestyle. |
Surplus Russ - http://www.surplusruss.com
Offering name brand road and mountain bicycling
apparel, shoes, and accessories. |
Bicycle Line - http://www.bicycle-line.com/
Specialists since 1987 in road cycling winter and
summer clothing apparel including jerseys and bibs. |
Knobdog - http://www.knobdog.com
Themed t-shirts, caps, and casual clothing. |
Yellow Designs - http://www.yellowdesigns.net/
Offering short and long sleeved shirts, and
sweatshirts. |
Messengershop - http://www.messengershop.com
Real messenger bags, outerwear, and accessories. |
Earth Pilot - http://www.earthpilot.com/
Hats shirts and cycling jerseys. |
Gita Cycling Gear - http://www.gitastore.com/
Cycling apparel and accessories. Carries products from
Diadora, Giordana, team jerseys and racing wear. |
Alexa UK - http://www.alexauk.com/
This United Kingdom-based maker supplies a wide range
of cycle clothing including club clothing, leg and arm warmers and
personalized articles. International orders are welcome. |
Le Knicks - https://mandala.backup-au.net/~leknicks/
Australian shop offers pro team kits, winter wear, and
general cycling designs. International shipping offered. |
Alexa - http://www.alexausa.com/
Custom cycling wear. |
FreeFall Gear - http://www.freefallgear.com
Offering body armor for downhill mountain biking and
other sports. Products include protective vests, knee guards, and
padded shorts |
Cycling Gear FAQ'S
Helmet
It is a good idea, and
in some states the law, to wear a helmet. L.L.Bean strongly urges you to
wear a helmet every time you ride. We want all your cycling miles to be
safe ones.
Your helmet must
fit properly to work properly. Many helmets include special fit pads that
can be installed in the helmet to achieve proper fit.
Helmets are generally constructed of lightweight, air-filled foam
covered with an impact-resistant plastic shell. Vent holes throughout the
helmet help keep you cool as you ride.
It is important to treat your helmet properly between uses. The foam
used to construct the core of the helmet loses its ability to absorb shock
over time. We recommend purchasing a new one every three to four years to
ensure maximum protection.
Be careful not to expose your helmet to excessive heat, such as
storing it in an attic or leaving it on a car seat on a hot day.
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Gloves
Whether riding on the road or on the trail, padded cycling gloves help
prevent hand, wrist, arm and shoulder fatigue by absorbing shock. They
also provide a better grip on the handlebars and help prevent blisters.
Mountain bikers benefit from added protection against brush and
thorns.
Installing padded
handlebar tape can also add comfort to your ride.
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Sport Shields
Eye protection is an essential, often forgotten, piece of cycling gear.
Sport shields keep dust, dirt and other debris out of your eyes. They also
provide better visibility in low-light conditions and help keep the wind
from making your eyes tear up when you're traveling at high speeds.
Sport shields are
available in many styles, including ones with polarized lenses that reduce
glare. Some have interchangeable lenses so you can adapt to changing road
or trail conditions. Prescription eyeglass wearers can choose from styles
that accommodate special prescription inserts.
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Cycling Shirt
High-performance synthetic fabrics make cycling apparel much more
comfortable than garments made withnatural fabrics, which tend to be
heavier and retain moisture.
Cycling shirts are
available in a variety styles and performance fabrics.
Recreational
cyclists may choose a cycling shirt styled like a traditional T-shirt or
polo shirt. They have the benefits of being constructed of performance
fabrics, yet have the look and comfort of a casual shirt when you're not
riding. Many riders find them practical for day touring and sightseeing,
when they are apt to spend as much time off the saddle as they are in it.
Fitness riders and
racers generally prefer tighter-fitting cycling shirts specifically
designed to maximize aerodynamic performance and the moisture-wicking
properties of the fabric. Performance cycling shirts also have deep front
zippers for additional ventilation.
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Shorts
The
same high-performance fabrics that make cycling shirts more comfortable
also make cycling shorts more comfortable.
Cycling shorts are
also available in several styles for recreational and fitness riding.
Recreational
cyclists may choose a looser fitting short that doubles as a casual short
when you are not riding.
Fitness riders may
prefer shorts constructed of LYCRA® or other fabrics that offer extra
muscle support and aerodynamic performance.
Mountain bikers
may enjoy the best of both worlds by choosing shorts with a Lycra liner
and an abrasion-resistant, casually styled outer short that will stand up
to rough use.
All styles of
cycling shorts have a seat pad built in for extra comfort in the saddle.
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Cycling Outerwear
Some of the
best items you can have with you on any ride are a wind- and
rain-resistant cycling jacket and pants.
Extremely
lightweight and compactible, these garments can make a significant
contribution to your cycling comfort if the temperature drops or a storm
starts brewing.
When choosing
cycling rainwear, look for garments that are constructed of breathable
fabric and incorporate features that help you ventilate effectively, such
as mesh vents.
Store your
rainwear in a handlebar bag or under your saddle with your tool kit so it
will be there when you need it.
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Cycling Shoes
The more
you ride, the more you will appreciate cycling shoes. Cycling shoes are
constructed with a hard sole that prevents aching arches often caused by
soft-soled athletic shoes.
Recreational and
fitness cyclists generally prefer lightweight, low-cut cycling shoes.
Mountain bikers
prefer shoes with an over-the-ankle design for added stability and
protection on the trail. Mountain bike shoes also have an aggressive tread
for when you have to walk sections of a trail.
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Water Bottle/Cage
Staying
hydrated is critical to cycling performance. You should always have water
close at hand when you ride.
Most bikes have
"braze-ons," special fittings designed to accept one or more water-bottle
cages. Bikes without braze-ons can be outfitted with bottle cages made
specifically for the job. Water bottles are easily accessible once they
are placed in the cages.
Some riders like
to carry their water, snacks, tire-patch kit and other essentials in a
fanny pack instead of on their bike. Some styles have one or more
water-bottle holsters built in.
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Bike Bags
It is handy
to have a bike bag or two on your bike for carrying tools, snacks,
clothing or other essentials. Bike bags come in several styles.
A handlebar bag
can keep often-needed gear accessible when you are stopped, straddling the
top tube. (You won't have to get completely off your bike to look at a
map, for example.)
An under-the-seat
"wedge bag" is a compact case for carrying a set of tools. Many riders
prefer this style of bag because it is lightweight and out of the way.
Bike panniers are
designed to work in concert with a rear rack. These large-capacity bags
are favored by bike tourers because they will carry the clothing and gear
needed for extended travel. Panniers are usually installed on both sides
of a tire for the best balance as you ride.
A rack trunk also
works in conjunction with a rear rack. It sits on top of the rack to carry
a modest amount of gear for day trips or commuting. Rack trunks are
hard-sided to offer extra protection for cameras and other fragile cargo.
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Tool Kit
If
there is one absolute rule of cycling it's that "sooner or later you will
get a flat tire."
The best way to
avoid a flat is with preventative maintenance. Check your tires regularly
for tread wear and keep them properly inflated at all times.
When you get a
flat, you will be glad you have a tool kit along. Tool kits are available
in a wide variety of price ranges and include an equally wide variety of
implements.
Tool kits usually
contain individual implements. An option to a tool kit is a cycling tool,
which is constructed like a jack-knife, with several interconnected
implements.
At the very least,
make sure your tool kit includes tire irons and a patch kit for repairing
holes in the inner tube. Familiarize yourself with the procedure for
changing a flat.
Two other items to
include in your tool kit are a strip of duct tape (lining the inside of a
tear in your tire with tape may help get you home or to a bike shop) and
some pocket change
in case you need to make a phone call.
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Pump
You should
always be prepared to inflate a flat by having a few CO2 cartridges in
your tool kit or by carrying a bike pump with you.
Portable, or
"frame pumps" are available in a long size to fit on your bike frame or a
short size to fit in your bike bag. Frame pumps are designed to dispense
the air required to fill a flat and get you to a bike shop, gas station or
other location where you can fill the tire to proper inflation levels.
A floor pump is
designed to consistently dispense the air required to fill a tire to its
proper inflation. Road bikes, in particular, often require inflation to
well over 100 p.s.i. (pounds per square inch.) To get the most life out of
your tires and as a preventative measure
against "flats," a floor pump is a worthwhile investment.
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Bike Mirror
Installing
a mirror will keep you looking forward and help prevent you from
constantly having to turn around in the saddle to check for traffic.
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Lights
Head- and
taillights are essential safety gear for all cyclists.
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Bike Lock
You can
protect your investment by locking your bike whenever you aren't on it.
The cost of a lock is far less than the cost of the deductible on most
homeowner's insurance policies.
Bike locks are
available in many styles, including cable locks and U-Locks.
When you purchase
a lock, consider the fact that you will be riding with the lock either
stowed in your
bike bag or mounted on your frame.
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Bike Computer
Many
fitness and recreational cyclists use a bike computer to keep track of
their time, distance and speed. A computer will also gauge cumulative
miles logged over an extended period.
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Safety
You can
help ensure you are visible to motorists by wearing brightly colored
apparel and installing head- and taillights on your bike. You can also
enhance your cycling safety by always following the rules of the road and
choosing cycling routes that take you away from heavy traffic.
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