Stories
What Are Aero Bib Shorts? How They Differ and Who They Suit
Aero bib shorts are cut closer and lighter so nothing flaps in the wind. What makes a pair aero, how they compare to regular bibs, and who they suit.
Are Running Shorts Good for Cycling? When They Work and When They Rub
Fine for a short spin, not for a long ride. Why running shorts rub on the bike, when padded cycling shorts make sense, and how to wear one over the other.
How Many Pairs of Cycling Shorts Do You Need?
Most riders need two or three pairs of cycling shorts. How to work out your number, why rotating pairs helps them last, and why two at once never works.
How Should Cycling Shorts Fit? A Fit Check From Straps to Grippers
Snug, not tight. How cycling shorts should fit at the straps, pad and grippers, how to spot a pair that is too big or too small, and how our bibs compare.
Cycling Energy Drinks: What's in Them and How to Make Your Own
What goes into a cycling energy drink, how much to drink per hour, when plain water is enough, and our simple homemade recipe with juice, honey and salt.
How to Layer for 0 to 5°C Rides
What to wear cycling between 0 and 5°C: thermal base layer, thermal jersey, long bibs, a shell for the descents, and how to keep hands and feet warm.
Sourdough Bread for Cyclists: Before, During and After the Ride
Why sourdough works so well for riders, which loaf to pick before a ride, how to carry it in a jersey pocket, and the toppings we use when we get home.
Custom cycling kit for your club, made the way ours is
Custom cycling kit for clubs, teams and shops. Same fabrics and factory as our own kit, your colours, your logos. Fifteen pieces per garment minimum.