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Slide 1: A new Cycling Shorts Savvy riders understand how important it is to have a good pair of riding shorts and shimano shoes. Rookies often have to learn the hard way that it isn’t a good idea to skimp on such an important piece of gear.. But when the new bicyclists chafe their butts raw and have to walk around like a herniated orangutan for a fortnight, they learn. Or even better, when they shred their pants midway through a tour. So, you might be wondering what you should be looking at in a new set of cycling shorts and multi tool. Hey, I think most experts would tell you the most important thing is probably comfort, especially on long trips. I mean, bike riding is supposed to be fun, right? How much fun can you have when you’re rubbed raw with every stroke? I usually will wear a pair of padded shorts if I’m planning to ride at least ten miles. People tell me my padded cycling shorts make me look like I’m wearing diapers, but I didn’t buy them for their looks. But too much padding will sometimes bunch up and chafe. The padding should be smooth and seamless, to avoid getting saddle sores. Gel inserts aren’t recommended, because they contain plastic, which traps moisture, causing irritation. You should try your cycling shorts on before you purchase them because the manufacurer’s sizing can vary. You want a snug fit for the shorts, without being uncomfortably tight. You shouldn’t check the fit when you’re standing; check them when you’re crouched down into a rider’s stance. You need a lot of spandex in the riding shorts to allow for stretching. Most people consider the light (6oz) materials to be more comfy, though they aren’t as durable as the heavier ones. Bib shorts are a popular choice with hard-core bicyclists because they don’t rub their waist. And most kinds of bib shorts keep a rider cooler. Touring bicyclists sometimes have a few kinds of shorts; since each type fits differently, they don’t irritate a cyclist in the same place. Because everyone’s anatomy is unique, there isn’t a particular kind of shorts that’s comfortable for everyone. For some people, a cheap type might be as comfortable as a more expensive kind The cheaper brands, though, suffer from a lack of durability. And to me, durability is the second most important thing to consider when buying bicycling shorts. Riding shorts take more abuse than the majority of people think. Several of the cheap shorts start falling apart in their initial year. If you’re CycleClothingxpert.com | If you would like to contact email us: contact@CycleClothingxpert.com For more information visit: http://www.CycleClothingxpert.com
Slide 2: planning to laying out some serious cash for shorts, you should research their fabrics and how well they’re built. When it comes to bicycling shorts, folks have their own special needs to think about. Some people like shorts with lots of pockets. If you want to listen to music when you ride, you’ll probably want a media player pocket. If you commute on a bike, you’ll probably want classy shorts. If you’re a casual bicyclist or a mountain biker, you might want to buy baggy shorts. But if your shorts catch on the nose of your seat when you get on or off the bicycle tyres, they’re too baggy. But you have to realize that shorts can’t perform miracles. The finest shorts in the world won’t help much if your seat is a mess or your bike isn’t properly set up. CycleClothingxpert.com | If you would like to contact email us: contact@CycleClothingxpert.com For more information visit: http://www.CycleClothingxpert.com