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With warmer weather and sunny skies, it’s time to think about making your bike your primary mode of transportation. Who can say no to a combination of fresh air, exercise, and saving money on gas? If you need a little more motivation to hop on two wheels, consider all of the stylish accessories for both men and women that are available now – from helmets to shorts, we’ve got you covered with everything you’ll need to look great while you pedal.
First Things First: the Bike
For city commuters, State Bicycle Co. offers classic bicycles that get you where you need to be in style. Best of all? Their frames retail for under $500. They introduced two new options this spring that ring up at $450. The Nightshade, a beautiful shade of purple, and the Matte Black 6, a revamped version of their bestselling matte black frame.
Both bikes are part of State Bicycle Co.’s Core-Line, which features a durable steel frame and can be customized to fit your preferences, from the handlebars to the wheelset.
Ride In Style: Clothing & Accessories
Men’s Clothing & Women’s Clothing
There’s so much more to cycling apparel than athletic gear nowadays. One great destination for bike gear is Club Ride, a brand that focuses on improving your ride through new technical performance features and designs. Club Ride develops clothes that you can live in even when you’re not in the saddle. They also emphasize safety in their designs, incorporating things like UV protection and reflective panels.
For men, one great option is the Shift Jean ($84.95). Bike riding in jeans might sound uncomfortable, but these jeans are made with lightweight denim and moisture-wicking stretch fabric, with a relaxed fit for added breathability. For a top, the Bolt is a Western-inspired shirt that can easily go from the bike lane to the brewery.
For trendy cycling footwear, men should check out DZR Shoes and the Limited Edition Turin Boot, which features full grain leather and a minimalist design that works great both on and off the bike. We love the modern and minimalist design that makes you want to show them off on the street, but at the same time how functional these shoes are. They feature variable flex shank technology that allows for the perfect balance between stiffness for biking and flexibility for walking.
For women, the Joy Ride shorts ($89.95) are so comfy, you’ll want to wear them all day long. They’re made with a lightweight, two-way stretch nylon blend fabric that is abrasion-resistant, and they have a side waist adjustment system and zippered storage pocket for added convenience. And the Trixie top ($54.95) is a staple that goes anywhere your workout routine takes you. Made from compression knit sueded heather jersey, this wicking top has a stretch mesh back panel, two pockets, and reflective accents.
Put Comfort First
To stay super comfy during a long bike ride, check out the Super Total Comfort Bibshort from Sportful. It provides performance worthy bibshorts that keep you feeling good in the saddle for many miles. Made from lycra stretch woven soft fabric that is excellent at wicking away moisture while providing muscle support, they also feature 18mm thick padding in the seat that helps reduce soreness after hours of riding. The wide 2-to-1 bib straps help evenly distribute pressure across the shoulders and back, while silicone-dot flat leg gripper fabric stays in place for the duration of your adventure. Finally, flat-lock stitching makes the bibshort feel comfortable against bare skin.
A Bag Fit to Ride
If you’re biking to work, storage can become an issue. In lieu of a basket, why not consider a chic backpack for toting your tablet and other office necessities? The KNOMO Mini Mount Small Leather Backpack ($249) is compact and modern, and has plenty of handy compartments for all your essentials. It has a padded tablet section, and a breathable nylon back for comfort on the go.
The Future’s So Bright…
You’ll definitely need a pair of sunglasses if you’re hitting the streets on two wheels this summer. Keep your vision clear and your outfit on point with sunglasses from Trifosi, a brand that makes technically advanced sport eyewear that’s both high quality and high fashion.
The Marzen ($69.95) is a versatile pair that comes in sleek matte black or sportier smoke/black color block. For a bolder style, opt for the Synapse ($69.95), which comes in bright red and neon green – colors that loudly say “performance.” And it’s not all about image: these glasses are designed to excel in extreme and high energy situations.
Safety First: Grab a Helmet
Of course, we can’t forget about helmets when talking about bike fashion. While many riders complain that helmets cramp their style, that argument is smashed by the Premium Collection of helmets from Thousand, a brand on a mission to curb the impact of bike accidents through quality gear. The Stay Gold helmet ($95) is lightweight, built to meet CPSC and EN1078 standards, and has two sets of interior padding for a custom fit.
Ride Loud and Proud
Speaking of safety, a bell is another essential for warning pedestrians and other riders in your path. Add some funk to your ride with the Electra Hello Ding-Dong Bell ($15.99), which features a cheerful print of “hello” in different languages!
Practical storage solution on the go
Winner of the Gear Patrol ‘Top 100 Products of 2016’ award, the Seat Roll Premio is another way to make your bike commute more convenient. Instead of storing your tools to repair a punctured tire in a separate bag, with Seat Roll Premio you can now store them in a bag directly on your bike, meaning there is one less thing to switch out if you don’t carry the same bag to work every day. The storage bag holds tubes up to 700x45mm as well as 2 C02 cartridges with regulator and repair tools and attaches effortlessly to the seat rails using a trademarked durable closure system. The bag itself is made from waxed canvas that is waterproof and quilted with a reflective thread that plays double duty of also enhancing your bike’s visibility.
