CYCLING CLOTHING
If you recently purchased a bike, your tight jeans and not so waterproof jacket might not quite cut it for cycling, especially for the weather in Ireland. If you are an experienced cyclist, you know that there are no better clothes than cycling-specific clothing.
Quality cycling apparel from brands like Altura, Scott or Giro makes the difference between an enjoyable cycling experience and a miserable ride. Nowadays, bike apparel brands carry a wide range of cycling clothes for men, and women cycling clothing, allowing for body shape differences.
Winter cycling clothing include thermal jackets and fleece-lined full-length bibs while Summer bike clothes include light, packable jackets and padded shorts. Whatever the weather, there is a wide selection of cycling apparel available to fit the needs of the Irish weather.
Road cycling clothes
Typically road cycling gear includes jerseys, light jackets and cycling bibs.
• Cycling jerseys are fitted with deep back pockets to store your essentials, like a snack and bike pump. Made of breathable materials, the jerseys allow your skin to breathe and wicks the moisture away from your body no matter the effort you put in.
• In case of rain, it is recommended to carry a light waterproof cycling jacket. These are designed with a longer back covering you properly while cycling. The jackets pack easily into your cycling jersey pocket when not in use.
• Cycling bibs, bib shorts or cycling shorts are padded tights fitted allowing for a comfortable cycling experience on every ride. Cycling trousers are a must for anybody riding any medium to long distance.
The road bike clothes are fitted to limit aerodynamics drags and should be worn like a second skin.
Mountain bike clothing
MTB clothing includes the same items of clothing as the road cyclists would wear, but it tends to be of a loser fit. Mountain bikers will find relaxed fit mountain bike jerseys, baggy bike shorts, padded mtb trousers and packable jackets amongst the cycling clothing available to them.
Made out of sturdy material, mtb clothing is designed to take heavy punishment as you enjoy yourself off roads.
Urban cycling clothes
If you are commuting or just going to the shop with your bike, you want to make sure you stay dry, comfortable and seen. With stylish cycling jackets designed with reflective materials and waterproof and breathable trousers, you are sure to have the best cycling experience possible.
• Cycling jackets: Cycling rain jackets have a longer back to protect your clothes when you are in the riding position. Cycling jackets are waterproof, breathable jackets fitted with reflective details. In addition, these jackets are often fitted with helmet-compatible hoods, and some will even have vent panels to prevent overheating on milder days.
• Cycling overtrousers: These trousers are waterproof and breathable. Like the jackets, these come with hi-reflective details to make you visible to drivers in low light conditions. To prevent any fabric from getting caught on the chain, these waterproof cycling trousers are fitted with tightening velcros or zips at the ankles.
• Helmet covers: If you do a lot of cycling in the rain, these are a great addition to your wardrobe as they will prevent your hair from getting wet through the helmet's vents. While we wouldn't recommend it if you tend to overheat easily, this is a great accessory for any casual cycling.
Cycling shoes
As bikes evolved, so did the cycling footwear. If you feel confident enough to use clip-on shoes, we have everything to get you sorted, from cleats and pedals to a full range of road and mountain bike shoes.
Cycling clothing accessories
If you're cycling on colder days or long distances, cycling gloves are a must-have.
In Winter and cold/wet days, we would also recommend covering your cycling shoes with overshoes and keeping your feet toasty in cycling-specific socks.
A buff or cycling neckwarmer should be something you add to your wardrobe. It will help keep the wind away from your face and packs easily in any pockets when not needed.
Cycling clothing Ireland
We take pride in bringing you the best cycling apparel from quality brands. Whether you are a casual cyclist or a more technical rider, we have the cycling jackets, cycling bibs and gloves you need. All our cycling clothing is available online or in our two Dublin stores. Please feel free to contact us if you have any queries regarding our stock or need help choosing: webstore@eurocycles.com
