Aliya Barnwell

What to wear when cycling in rapidly changing weather.

The UC kit design looks great in an ‘if Katherine Hepburn wore cycling kit’ kind of way, and other observations.

Bib shorts, cargo bib shorts, and a standout swing-season cycling jersey.

Best for long, cool-weather gravel rides off the beaten path.

15 years ago, everyone ‘knew‘ you couldn’t drop trou in bibs without taking off your jersey. Imagine what you might ‘know’ tomorrow.

A look at how Black Americans are leading modern cycling style, from Legion of Los Angeles to The Black Foxes.

There’s no better time to draw attention to these cycling apparel pioneers than Black history month.

Must-have features and functions in cycling kits ranked from the least important to the most crucial.

Cold weather cycling kit to keep you warm and dry during your winter rides.

Here are my favorites pieces from 2021 and the best matching kit overall.  

California-based Eliel cycling apparel is ‘race-cut gear that lasts.’

Inexpensive gear with 1970s-inspired pop style.

High-quality, modern cut, and modern fabrics for a solid, summer kit.

Gravel is like mountain bike style for people tired of just doing roadie things.

Apparel and layering strategies for protecting against the cold to keep riding all winter long.

How to tell the authentic from the fraud — and should you care?

A belt drive gravel bike goes to the Nutmeg Nor’Easter.

Attention to details and easy-on-easy-off bibs make this kit a good buy.

Assos warm-weather cycling kits offer comfort and quality but pose a few concerns about length, and material breathability.

Great value for women's kit, and best for short to medium-length rides in moderate temperatures.