WOMEN'S ROAD CYCLING BEGINNERS GUIDE

New to road? We’ve got you. Women’s-specific essentials that disappear under pressure—supportive chamois, breathable layers, and a secure, no-flap fit—so your first miles feel smooth, fast, and honest. No fluff, just function.

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WOMEN'S ROAD CYCLING BEGINNERS GUIDE

New to road? We’ve got you. Women’s-specific essentials that disappear under pressure—supportive chamois, breathable layers, and a secure, no-flap fit—so your first miles feel smooth, fast, and honest. No fluff, just function.

SHOP WOMEN'S ROAD

Start simple: the right kit, fit, and layers so your first road miles feel easy.

SHORTS & BIBS

Shorts or bibs? Your call. Shorts end at the waist; bibs use shoulder straps to ditch the waistband, ease breathing, and keep the chamois locked in. Our women’s bibs add a no-drama drop-tail for quick pit stops—same convenience, more comfort. The chamois—breathable, multi-density foam—smooths road buzz while compressive panels support muscles and fight chafe. Fit should be snug, not loose. And yes: wear them next to skin—no underwear.

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JERSEYS

Your jersey should disappear in motion—sleek fit, fast-wicking fabric, a drop-tail for coverage, and low rear pockets you can hit without looking. It’s also your signature: colors and graphics to mix with your socks and lid. Not into the classic look? Our performance tanks deliver the same function, less tradition.

Fit guide: Form-Fit for aero, slightly compressive, zero flap; Standard Fit for close-to-body without the squeeze; Relaxed for extra room to move.

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GLOVES

Hands are one of three contact points—protect them. Go light padding to mute road buzz without dulling feel. Fingerless for heat. Full-finger for wind, wet, and cooler temps so you can still work the levers. Cold hands end rides; good gloves keep you shifting.

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SHOES

Power starts at your feet. A proper road shoe is stiff for clean power transfer, snug (not tight) with toe wiggle room, and a locked-in heel that doesn’t lift. Classic road soles (nylon or carbon) run sleek and efficient with 3-bolt cleats—fast on the bike, awkward on foot.

Not ready to commit? A gravel-friendly shoe is the one-quiver move: walkable tread, 2-bolt cleats, still plenty stiff, and it won’t kill your road flair.

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JACKETS & VESTS

Stay warm, stay (mostly) dry. Unless you live in rain, skip “waterproof” sweat traps and pack a light, DWR-treated wind jacket instead. Snug fit = less flap, more speed, and it stuffs into a jersey pocket when the sun shows. Riding in town? BioViz® accents pop in low light.

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BASELAYERS

Stay in the comfort zone. A baselayer fits close under your bibs to pull sweat off skin—cooling when it’s warm, drier and warmer when it’s not. Use it for most rides (skip it above ~90°F). Pick Transfer (poly) for all-conditions speed or Merino for cozy, cool-weather miles.

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WARMERS

Early start, warm finish—dress for both. Arm and leg warmers slide on fast, peel off faster, and stash in a jersey pocket when the day heats up. Fit matters: snug enough not to slip, never constrictive. Layer them under your jersey and bibs to lock them in place and keep the chill out.

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SOCKS

Socks aren’t just another way to dial in your look; the bright colors help you be seen by drivers on the road. They come in many lengths, but, thanks to Lance Armstrong, the current trend has a bias for midcalf length. Socks should be comfortable, stay put, and meet the conditions you’re riding in. Thin and airy are good for hot summer days; wear a bit thicker Merino wool sock for cooler days.

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