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![]() Jackets protect against the rain and provide warmth in cooler environments. Bright colors are beneficial at night, and jackets may feature reflective safety strips for added visibility. A proper cycling jacket will fit well while in the riding position and is usually longer in the back and at the wrists. It may have toggles at the neck, waist, and wrists for looser or tighter fit. Back pockets, while seemingly awkward, prevent drafty gaps in the front of the jacket while riding. Fabrics should be breathable, windproof, and of waterproof or water-resistant material such as Gore-Tex. Most people wear helmets when cycling, so hoods are rare and usually inhibit head-turning and peripheral vision.
Cycling tights are made to go over shorts. Some are lined with fleece for cold weather riding. Waterproof pants may be worn over cycling shorts in inclement weather. Road cycling shoes have stiff, smooth bottom soles with a cleat screwed into the sole under the ball of the rider's feet. These cleats lock into clipless pedals to provide more power while pedaling. Off road cycling shoes have a lugged sole with a cleat mounted so that it is even with the bottom of the lugs. In cold or wet weather, neoprene, Gore-Tex, or nylon booties can be worn over shoes.
Layering is a technique used by cyclists to maintain constant body temperature. In colder weather the base layer absorbs sweat, the mid layer insulates, and the outer layer is a protection against the elements. When choosing cycling apparel, it is imperative to keep in mind the type of riding and weather, in order to dress most efficiently for the situation. Layering allows a cyclist to easily adapt to varying conditions on a ride by removing or adding layers as needed. Bicycle Apparel and Accessories Dealers
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