Kit Guide

base layers

Long Sleeve vs Short Sleeve Base Layer: Which Do You Need?

Short-sleeve is the versatile year-round default; long-sleeve adds arm warmth for winter. Neither is better — how to choose your base layer sleeve length.

Sleeved vs Sleeveless Trisuit: Which Should You Race In?

Sleeved (aero) trisuits are faster with more sun protection; sleeveless are cooler with freer swim movement. Neither is better — how to choose for your race.

Bib Shorts vs Bib Tights: Which Do You Need?

Bib shorts for warm weather, bib tights for cold, leg warmers to bridge between. Neither is better — which you need comes down to the temperature.

Do You Need Leg Warmers?

Leg warmers turn summer shorts into cold-weather kit and come off mid-ride. When you need them, when to skip them, and leg vs knee warmers.

Merino vs Synthetic Base Layer for Cycling: Which Is Better?

Merino controls odour and temperature; synthetic wicks and dries faster and lasts longer. Neither is better — here's how to choose your cycling base layer fabric.