Cycle and Style

British-made Rapha cycling clothing is known for their intense functionality and their simple elegance.  Rapha’s classic style is subdued, well-fitting and fashionable without being trendy. It’s nuanced: many of the pieces have color on color markings which don’t scream the brand name.  The clothing is favored for its high performance, comfort and attention to detail. [...]

It’s going to be another cold winter, but you can easily brave the cold if you dress right.  The key to dressing for the cold is proper layering and choosing the right base layer to start with. The fit, the fabric material, and the weight of the fabric are important factors to consider when selecting your base layer. Base layers [...]

In winter, wearing several well-chosen layers of clothing is an important part of staying warm.  The purpose of your innermost layer is to draw the sweat away from the skin and then to the next layer, so you’ll feel comfortable AND warm. As wicking ability is so crucial for a good baselayer, I am surprised that we don’t pay [...]

We were introduced to Loeka’s line of women’s only cycling apparel and outdoor adventure clothing by Rory Harmse last fall and knew a great thing when we saw it. Loeka’s story started back in 2005 when a friend complained to Rory about the lack of good women’s cycling apparel, especially for mountain biking. Since that fateful [...]

If you prefer the feel of your favorite t- shirt against your skin: that feel-good, soft, and easy cotton feel, but don’t want to sacrifice the technical features you’ve learned to appreciate, check out  Sport Science’s line of shirts. The Sports Science shirts are great for the commuter or mountain biker as well as runners. [...]

  Bike Safety and Style, Who Woulda’ Thought the Two Could Mix?! If there is one goal all female cyclists (and all cyclists for that matter) share it is their desire to be safe and be seen out on the road. Being noticed isn’t always easy when cars, trucks, busses and RVs are whizzing past [...]