Women’s Cycling Baselayers

Hot climbs. Cold starts. Everything between. Our women’s cycling baselayers manage sweat, regulate temperature, and make every layer work better—on road, gravel, or trail. Choose mesh for heat, Merino for variable temps, and thermal weights for deep season. Function over everything.

Choose Your Fabric & Weight

Ultralight mesh (heat/tempo): maximum airflow with rapid moisture transfer for race pace, summer miles, and indoor training.

Merino wool blends (variable/cool): naturally breathable, odor‑resistant comfort that adapts across changing temps and multi‑day rides.

Thermal synthetics (cold): brushed interiors trap warmth yet breathe on climbs—ideal under softshells and storm shells.

Not sure where to start? Read our Base Layer Guide.

Temperature Guide

75°F+: sleeveless mesh under a lightweight jersey to keep skin dry.

60–75°F: lightweight short‑sleeve; add a packable layer from Jackets & Vests for descents.

45–60°F: midweight long‑sleeve or Merino; pair with a wind jacket for steady warmth.

30–45°F: thermal long‑sleeve under a softshell; add tights & bib tights.

Below 30°F: heavy thermal base + insulated outer; consider wet‑weather shells in storms.

Layer Like a System

Base: pick fabric by effort and climate to move sweat off skin.

Mid: add a breathable or thermal women’s cycling jersey for warmth and storage.

Outer: finish with wind or rain protection from Jackets & Vests or go seam‑sealed with Women’s Wet Weather.

Lower: match conditions with shorts & bib shorts or tights as temps drop.

Fit & Sizing — Dial It In

Baselayers should fit close to the skin with smooth seams and zero bunching; length should tuck cleanly and stay put in the drops. Use our Size & Fit Guide to lock your size.

Care

Wash cold, skip fabric softener, and air‑dry to preserve stretch and performance. For Merino, use a gentle cycle and mild detergent; avoid high heat.

FAQ

Do baselayers make you hotter in summer?
Counterintuitively, no—lightweight mesh improves evaporative cooling by pulling sweat off skin so airflow can work.

Merino or synthetic—what’s best?
Merino blends shine across variable temps and multi‑day use; synthetics deliver max wicking during high‑intensity or hot rides.

Sleeveless vs. short vs. long‑sleeve?
Sleeveless for heat and race efforts; short sleeve for everyday miles; long sleeve for cool mornings and shoulder season.

Are baselayers good for indoor cycling?
Yes—ultralight mesh reduces cling, moves sweat, and helps keep fans effective.

How tight should a women’s baselayer fit?
Snug and stable without restriction; if you’re between sizes, check the Size & Fit Guide.

Shop the System

Round out your kit with jerseys, jackets & vests, tights & bib tights, and full‑kit rain protection—purpose‑built layers that work so well, they disappear.