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Cycling jackets Unraveled
Tags: Cycling Gear, cycling jerseys, cycling shirts, Cycling Wear, mountain bike jerseys
Posted in Cycling Gear, Cycling Wear, Mountain Bike Gear on February 3rd, 2010
Cycling is probably one of those sports that require more than just the right pair of shoes and determination. You need to have the right cycling wear for a comfortable and safe ride. It can even add to your speed as you go on cycling tracks. For starters, you’d think that completing the right clothing is absurd and unnecessary but after your first ride and you’re sore all over with blisters, you might want to rethink your decision.
Cycling shirts offer protection to cyclists against the sun and weather conditions too. However, cycling jerseys play a great role in enhancing your riding experience to its maximum potential. These jerseys were created with the comfort and safety of a rider in mind. It’s created from materials that help your body beat the harsh wind and weather as they drain your energy. Cycling jerseys are also created from fabrics that repel moisture and sweat from the skin. You’re not only protected from the cool weather, you can also be protected from water.
Another great feature of jerseys is its back pocket that has made a name for itself already. It’s probably the most famous back pocket we know. You can stash your food, energy bars, medicines and other necessary things you might need. When there’s a change of weather and you won’t need your gloves anymore, you can easily stuff it in your back pocket. It’s your ultimate storage box! For mountain bikers, mountain bike jerseys are their lifeline because their tracks are longer, harder and difficult to navigate so they need all the help from supplies they can get.
Once you’ve found the perfect jersey for you, only then can you say you’ve got the complete cycling gear.
On the hunt for Cycling Clothes
Tags: Cycling Apparel, Cycling Gear, cycling shirts, cycling t shirts, Cycling Wear
Posted in Cycling Apparel, Cycling Wear, Mountain Bike Gear on January 3rd, 2010
Cycling is fun. It’s an adventure, it’s a challenge, and it is fitness made fun. When you go out cycling, you have to make sure you’re clad in the right cycling apparel. This is where it gets tricky because finding the right cycling gear isn’t easy. There are a number of things you must take into consideration and there are just so many items that make up a cycling gear!
For example, cycling wear should be made from specific materials that benefit the rider. The fabric used to create cycling shirts and jerseys should have the ability to take away humidity or water from the body. They should be flexible enough to match the weather conditions be it hot or cold. Long-sleeved cycling t shirts can give good protection against cold weather or it can also be worn under other protective layers. Long-sleeved shirts an also be used on warm weather conditions and still offer protection – from the harsh rays of the sun.
Tights are made from lycra which makes it stick close to the skin. Trousers, on the other hand, are loose and are the choice of the majority. When it gets too cold, you can wear them with other protective layers too.
Gloves that are waterproof are essential too. They provide warmth to your hands since they are the ones who are primarily exposed.
When you’re in the hung for cycling clothes, always get to know the materials being used. A material says a great deal about that thing’s performance and value.
The Right Clothes for the Right track
Tags: Cycling Apparel, Cycling Gear, Cycling Helmet, cycling shirts, Cycling Wear
Posted in Cycling Apparel, Cycling Gear, Cycling Helmet, Cycling Wear on December 31st, 2009
Cycling requires a great deal of discipline, strength and focus. However, it also calls for the right set of cycling apparel for a safe and comfortable ride. In fact, different cycling tracks entail different types of clothing.
Road Cycling:
The most basic of cycling wear such as the right shirt and shorts should be worn in this type of cycling. Shorts should be made from lycra and they must come with a padding. This protects you from painful saddle rubs. Professional road cyclists must place the name of their sponsor somewhere visible in their cycling shirts – sleeves or the back.
Track Cycling:
Track Cycling calls for a one piece skin suit made from Lycra. It should also have pads in the seat of the shorts. Wearing a one piece suit avoids any form of distraction or discomfort to the rider. Mitts must also be worn to protect the cyclist from falls. It also allows cyclists to get a good grip of the handlebars for difficult stunts/tracks.
Cross Country Mountain Biking:
They have the same cycling gear as that of a road cyclist but since mountain tracks are often muddy and wet, waterproof jackets always come in handy. A good set of mountain bike shoes allow the cyclist to pedal accurately.
Downhill Cycling:
This is an extreme type of cycling thus it calls for extreme cycling wears too. Aside from the padding on the seats of their shorts, they should also have padding all over their bodies. The right cycling helmet protects the cyclist from any fall or accidents that may occur. Extreme safety and precaution must also be at all times observed.
Suprising a Cyclist
Tags: Cycling Apparel, Cycling Gear, Cycling Posters, cycling shirts, Cycling Wear
Posted in Cycling Apparel, Cycling Gear, Cycling Wear on December 26th, 2009
My friend’s birthday is coming up and I wanted to give her a one-of-a-kind gift that will surely surprise the wits out of her. It was quite a challenge. It’s a little difficult to find the perfect gift for someone as athletic and adventurous as she is. She loves sports and I figured I needed to give her something related to her favorite sports: Cycling.
I’ve thought of getting her some cycling apparel. It’s useful and she’ll love it. I searched the internet for special limited editions of cycling shirts. Then again, she already has tons of shirts and shorts. Her entire cycling wear is more than complete. So this idea was crashed out of the list.
Then an idea struck me. In cycling, she gets so caught up in the moment that she fails to see the beauty and the amazing girl behind the wheels. She’s so intent on keeping up and staying in focus that she doesn’t get to see where she’s been. The perfect gift was just about to be made: Cycling Posters.
I took out photos that captured her cycling moments, the breathtaking views taken while they were on the move and the exciting adventures she’s been to. I created a huge poster and put together all pictures to create one big collage. The end result showed a strong woman who explores the world, faces adventures head on and loves life.
She loved the gift and was left in awe. She couldn’t believe she had been to so many places. It was like a refresher to her. Knowing she loved it was worth all the effort. Now, her cycling gear is beyond complete.