Clothing
Clothing tailored specifically for cycling can provide many benefits over traditional garb. In general, these articles offer a better fit and provide increased 'breathability.'
Jackets, sweaters, and jerseys are cut with extra room in the elbows, longer arms and back to provide you with a fit that doesn't leave your wrists and backsides exposed. Likewise, casual shorts and knickers provide a lower waistband in the front that reduces pinching.
Typically, materials employed in constructing cycling-specific clothing provide improved management of your body temperature. Designed to effectively wick sweat away from the skin, base layers and jerseys can help keep you cool. Middle layers provide insulation while Outer/Shell layers can block rain, wind, and snow. Some advanced Outer layers can even continue to `breath` while keeping the rain and wind out!
Shoes designed just for cycling are more efficient than any street shoe. They employ a stiff out-sole made of a nylon and/or carbon-fiber composite. In addition, cycling-specific shoes use a pedal-cleat system to secure your feet and ensure every pedal stroke is confident and powerful.
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