Road Cycling Clothing

Want to know whether to wear tights over or under your cycling shorts? I’ll give you the short(!) answer: Yes. Now read this post for more details.

I’ve owned these VERY reasonably priced prescription cycling glasses for two years. They’ve got FIVE interchangeable lenses. Here’s my review.

My real world review of the Stolen Goat Climb & Conquer cycling jacket, after using throughout a whole UK winter.

Are you struggling to find the best cycling shorts for a long ride? You’re seeking comfort whilst still looking good on the bike (and in the coffee shop)? The Sportive Cyclist guide to cycling shorts will tell you everything you need to know (and some stuff you really don’t…)

Need help choosing the right winter cycling jacket for your needs and budget? Let Sportive Cyclist help with this detailed guide. All the info you need on staying warm on the bike over winter.

Looking for some new gloves for wet autumn and not-quite-deep-winter road cycling? Check out my review of the Castelli Perfetto ROS gloves, which might just fit the bill.

Want to add a bit of snazzy colour to your road cycling ‘look’? Or perhaps just have super comfy feetz? Check out this review of my Pongo cycling socks.

Looking for a high performance merino wool cycling jersey? Find out if the Vulpine Alpine merino jersey can beat out the Lycra competition.

Find the best winter cycling tights to keep your nether regions warm on the bike. Detailed guide with all you need to know, including product recommendations.

Trying to decide between tights and leg warmers when road cycling? Or wondering what leg warmers are? This post has the answers.

Castelli Perfetto review – a detailed post on the Castelli Perfetto ‘foul weather’ cycling jersey, the long-sleeved successor to the famous Castelli Gabba. Read my review to find out how it performed and (most importantly) is it worth the money!

Do you wear prescription glasses and ride a bike? You should read this post. Find out about my new cycling sports glasses, plus tips for varifocals.

Are you looking for the perfect socks for cycling? Read my detailed sock guide to get all the information you need (and some you don’t…). Enjoy.

A long term review of the Stolen Goat ONE bib shorts, written by a keen amateur cyclist with a talent for writing amusing words about lycra. In short, these shorts are excellent. Read my review for more indepth analysis and to see photos of me wearing them.

My take on ‘the great helmet debate’. Assuming there is a great helmet debate.

My review of the Kask Vertigo 2.0 helmet. A good choice for the enthusiastic MAMIL? You betcha.

My guide to what I wear when I am road cycling in winter.

They may be a bit bulky, but these gloves are WARM! I love them.

This is an app that gives cycling clothing recommendations based on the weather where you are. I tried it out and here are my thoughts.