Cold Weather Bicycle Apparel

Winter bicycle apparel is more than simply a coat on over your summer gear or a knit cap under your helmet! There are specialized pants and body suits that will help protect you from the cold air while wicking sweat away from your body. Gloves are also extremely important, of course, because extremities are more vulnerable to the cold than the core. Winter cycling shoes and socks are also critical to protect the foot and toes while still providing the necessary support.

Winter road cycling shoes incorporate modern materials like Gor-Tex to protect the foot and toes from the cold and damp while still managing to wick away sweat. They still must provide all of the support and performance of normal cycling shoes as well. The challenge is to block the external wetness, such snow, cold mist and even droplets thrown up from the road as you ride, while insulating the foot without locking in the sweat that naturally occurs while riding. Companies such as Sidi have designs that will allow you to get in a good ride without getting your feet soaked and they can be found at cbike.com along with all of the other winter bicycle apparel you need.

When you are winterizing your wardrobe, do not forget the socks. Winter road cycling shoes are essential, of course, but they are only part of the protection you need. Special cold weather socks will enhance the ability to keep the foot warm and dry. There are standard wool designs as well as those using modern fabrics such as neoprene, Thermolite and Roubaix. With winter cycling shoes, socks, jackets and body suits from cbike.com, you will be able to ride all through the year safely and comfortably.