Seans common sense solutions to cycling comfort
'You need to be comfortable and have your temperature well regulated when cycling no matter what the conditions are. These are my ways of dealing with every weather and cycling condition.'
ColdOn a cold day it is important to stay as warm as possible without overheating. Too many layers are not ideal, but you need enough to stay warm. New technology like the full membrane jacket and thermal base layers help solve this problem.
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WetWhat you wear when it is constantly raining during a training spin and what you wear when there are just passing showers are totally different. For constant rain a fully waterproof, breathable rain jacket is essential. For showery weather a foldable rain cape does the job nicely. It can also come in handy to stop you getting cold if someone gets a puncture.
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HeatIn hot weather conditions like Mallorca or events like the Etape or the Marmotte, having lightweight fully breathable clothing can make a big difference. Many pro teams have researched this and have found a substantial performance benefit from using mesh materials in hot conditions.
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Comfort
A really good pair of shorts with an elastic chamois that stretches with your movements is one of the best investments that anyone can make for comfort on the bike.
Cytech are the Worlds leading manufacturer of chamois, and their top of the range Elastic interface chamois is used on all of the ONDA High Tech range. I was slow to change from the pro level 4d chamois as I found it to be really comfortable, but now I really like the plush armchair ride I get from the Performance Elastic Interface chamois as it contours to your own personal shape after a few rides.
Cytech are the Worlds leading manufacturer of chamois, and their top of the range Elastic interface chamois is used on all of the ONDA High Tech range. I was slow to change from the pro level 4d chamois as I found it to be really comfortable, but now I really like the plush armchair ride I get from the Performance Elastic Interface chamois as it contours to your own personal shape after a few rides.
