Cycling

For road, gravel cycling and XC mountain bike, you need form-fitting clothing that won’t chafe, ride up or get caught. Some types of biking, like BMX, are fine with looser-fitting sports clothes.

A couple of strenuous rides and you’ll quickly understand the importance of padded bibs and shorts with gender-specific padding. You can cycle in normal shorts or joggers (avoid loose clothing) but may experience saddle soreness and chafing.

A bike helmet to protect your head is essential cycling gear. A water bottle for long rides. Nice extras: cycling glasses to protect from glare, dust and insects, and cycling gloves to prevent blisters and improve grip.