For those considering clothing to make their rides more comfortable during the hot season

The best way to beat the summer heat when cycling is to ride in the early morning or at night when temperatures are lower, but this is a must-read for those who absolutely want to ride during the day.

When temperatures exceed 30 degrees Celsius, T-shirts and shorts get sticky with sweat. Cycling jerseys and cycling shorts offer overwhelmingly better breathability and superior moisture absorption and quick-drying properties than T-shirts and shorts.

If you're going on a long-distance cycling trip in the summer, wear a cycling jersey!

This blog introduces clothing that will make your hot-weather rides more comfortable, including sunglasses, cycling caps, jerseys, bib shorts, gloves, and socks.

 

Sunglasses
Just as important as heatstroke prevention is UV protection. Protecting your eyes from UV rays can prevent vision loss, so wearing sunglasses on long-distance cycling trips is effective.

 

Our shop mainly handles Oakley products.

For road cycling, Prizm Road lenses or photochromic lenses are recommended. Prizm Road lenses make it easier to see uneven asphalt surfaces, allowing you to ride more safely.

Photochromic lenses change their tint depending on the amount of UV light. They are clear in the early morning and at night, and gray during the day. They are recommended for those who cycle all day.

We have a lineup of models that are suitable for road bikes, such as KATO, Encoder, Flight Jacket, Jawbreaker, and Sutro. If there is a model you are interested in, please try it on.

 

Cycling Cap

It absorbs sweat to prevent it from getting into your eyes and keeps your hair from getting messy when you take off your helmet. GIRO cycling caps are made of breathable mesh fabric that is comfortable to wear all day long.

GIRO PELOTON CAP Price: 3,080 yen (tax included) ~

 

Jersey

Whether you're playing in a river or splashing yourself with water during a ride to cool down, a jersey will dry relatively quickly.

Rapha jerseys feature a simple design and an affordable price (Core Lightweight Jersey 10,000 yen), making them a wallet-friendly option when you need two jerseys for two consecutive days.

Rapha 

Men's Core Lightweight Jersey Price: 11,000 yen (tax included)

 

 

7mesh features a comfortable three-dimensional cut and a separate back pocket from the jersey.

It's a jersey that minimizes stress during long rides.

7mesh MEN'S HORIZON JERSEY Price: 18,700 yen (tax included)

 

The Grumpy jersey, like 7mesh, features a comfortable 3D cut, with a seamless neckline and sleeves for a tight fit.

Bib Shorts

 

When cycling in hot weather, sweat can cause shorts to stick to your legs, making movement difficult, but bib shorts are designed for easy movement and have padding to alleviate saddle soreness.

Rapha, like their jerseys, offers a simple design and an affordable price. Their Cargo Shorts, introduced in 2019, have become a standard adopted by many brands today.

Rapha Men's Core Cargo Bib Shorts Price: 16,500 yen (tax included)

Rapha Men's Core Bib Shorts Price: 15,000 yen (tax included)
 

7mesh's MEN'S MK3 CARGO has two pockets on each side and three on the back, for a total of five pockets. The back pockets are convenient for carrying snacks in advance when riding in areas with few convenience stores, and the side pockets are useful for storing your smartphone.

ASSOS MILLE GT BIB SHORTS C2 BLACK Price: 22,000 yen (tax included)

 

Gloves

They protect your hands in the event of a fall, reduce road shock, and prevent slipping. Half-finger gloves are recommended for sweaty periods. Models with thick padding are popular for long-distance cycling.

The JAG, made from recycled materials, is highly breathable and ideal for hill climbing.
It's a lightweight yet durable glove.

GIRO JAG Price: 4,180 yen (tax included)

The BRAVO, which uses thicker padding than the JAG, makes rough roads and long rides more comfortable.
It uses reflective material at the tip to ensure safety during night commutes. 

 

GIRO BRAVO GEL Price: 4,400 yen (tax included)

 

The XNETIC ROAD features Xnetic knit, adopted for GIRO knit shoes, for an exceptional fit. It's recommended for those who prefer thin padding.

 

GIRO XNETIC ROAD BLACK Price: 5,500 yen (tax included)
 

Socks

Summer cycling socks are breathable, moisture-wicking, and quick-drying, preventing stuffiness caused by sweat. You can also enjoy coordinating them with your jersey design.

The hot-weather cycling gear introduced here is available for purchase in our online shop. (Oakley and Rapha are only sold in-store.)

If you're concerned about the fit, you can try them on in-store. We look forward to your visit.