What to wear

unclemalc
unclemalc Posts: 563
edited September 2008 in Road beginners
Just check out the 'clothing' section in the main pages of Bikeradar, see what there is out there, then check out the websites (or your LBS) and get the best deal on what you fancy.
Summer clothing choices (helmet, jersey+undershirt(for sweat)/bibshorts/sock/shoes/mitts) is less complicated than winter (the same as for summer + breathable-windproof-waterproof-type jacket/overtrousers/overshoes/gloves) - depends how much you are prepared to brave the elements...and want to spend.
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  • martinwitnam
    martinwitnam Posts: 439
    The other items that are good for autumn/spring wear is a pair of over the knee shorts (bib-knicks) and arm warmers. And a general waterproof jacket and a gilet. Watch out for these items at Lidl and Aldi just for cheapness.
    Can we fix it?
    Yes we can!
  • sicknote
    sicknote Posts: 901
    Lidl's still might have some winter stuff in as in was a week or so ago I got a jacket plus they had long arm tops in too
  • martinwitnam
    martinwitnam Posts: 439
    edited September 2008
    Bibs have effectively braces on them that go over your shoulders and hold the shorts up.
    Standard shorts don't and tend to roll down at the waistline and therefore become quite uncomfortable.
    The only major problem with bibs is that it is harder to pee when needed.
    Can we fix it?
    Yes we can!
  • Aidanw
    Aidanw Posts: 449
    For the cold I find good wind proof gloves the main difference.
    Even if it is cold after 15mins everything else seems to warm up okay.
    A good idea to wear something to keep knees and elbows warm when it is very cold.
  • Nick6891
    Nick6891 Posts: 274
    think breathable socks too, you have to keep your ankles warm

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