How to Dress for Mountain Biking

Sure, you could just hop on your bike and go. But if you want to mountain bike in style, you'd better dress with care.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Bike Vest
• Bicycle Clothing
• Bike Helmets
• Bike Jerseys
• Bike Rain Gear
• Bike Shoes
• Biking Gloves

1. Protect your body with a helmet, shatterproof eyewear, padded gloves, padded cycling shorts or pants, and sturdy boots or mountain biking shoes.

2. Go prepared for all weather conditions. Take into account the season, the temperature and time of day, and where you'll be riding.

3. Dress in layers if it's cold or wet. As you warm up or the weather improves, you can shed clothes and stash them in a fanny pack or backpack.

4. Wear clothing designed for cycling. You can find what you need - from waterproof and breathable shells to appropriate undergarments - at just about any bike shop.

Tips & Warnings

• Assume a blizzard will sweep through town every time you ride. That way, when a storm does take you by surprise, you'll be prepared.
• Talk to experienced riders in your area about what they like to wear. Their experience can save you a lot of hardship.

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on 11/22/2005 If you want to wear a hat, get one that has a lot of airflow. Sleeveless shirts are better than T-shirts in hot weather. Don't wear khaki shorts that go below or even to the knees; once your sweat starts to soak into the shorts, they'll catch on your knees as you ride and just make you hotter and more uncomfortable.

on 11/22/2005 They may seem like the perfect match, but they're not. They absorb sweat and don't air it out as fast. Be sure to wear very breathable apparel. You'll be nice and dry at the end of your ride.