Comments on The Urban Country Bicycle Blog: Avid Urban Cyclist Clothing

Hey man, was just browsing through the internet lo...

2012-02-21T05:24:41.619-05:00

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Pictures are all awesome. Well taken. It's giv...

2012-02-19T22:46:02.869-05:00

Pictures are all awesome. Well taken. It's giving me an idea on what to do for my next photo shot. Great post indeed! country clothes store

Canada’s online urban clothing store, Jeans, Tees,...

2012-01-08T02:42:27.793-05:00

Canada’s online urban clothing store, Jeans, Tees, Shirts, Sneakers, Jackets from 10 Deep, Crooks and Castles,LRG, Supra, Nike and more!
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Canada’s online urban clothing store, Jeans, Tees,...

2012-01-08T02:40:00.345-05:00

Canada’s online urban clothing store, Jeans, Tees, Shirts, Sneakers, Jackets from 10 Deep, Crooks and Castles,LRG, Supra, Nike and more!Canada’s online urban clothing store, Jeans, Tees, Shirts, Sneakers, Jackets from 10 Deep, Crooks and Castles,LRG, Supra, Nike and more!

Canada’s online urban clothing store, Jeans, Tees,...

2012-01-08T02:36:34.901-05:00

Canada’s online urban clothing store, Jeans, Tees, Shirts, Sneakers, Jackets from 10 Deep, Crooks and Castles,LRG, Supra, Nike and more!

The one concession I am making this winter to &quo...

2011-12-02T21:56:19.741-05:00

The one concession I am making this winter to "cycling gear" is glasses to keep out wind, snow, and sun. In a sense the better comparison is to running, as it is the same upright position and comparable speed.

I agree that not all clothing should or has to be ...

2011-11-30T14:15:17.397-05:00

I agree that not all clothing should or has to be cycling specific. However, as an avid cyclist, in T.O, Nagasaki and now Calgary (1998?- present). I do think that there is a place for clothing solutions and hybrid clothing. I'm a fashion designer and actually, make urban cycling/ travel clothing for women and I cycle everyday - all year round in Canadian summer, spring fall and winter.

When I'm cycling, I hate sweating - which, of course, can't fully be helped. I also hate being uncomfortable in clothing not made to cycle in ( i.e low waists, tight backs, non-windproof, waterproof and/ or breathable) So, although the above clothing from Banana Republic, Zara and A & F may be stylish it is not always functional. It doesn't always breathe or move well and this causes sweat, smell and discomfort. So why not choose pieces that are stylish and truly cycle friendly in these regards? Women want function, comfort and style. Two out of three is a really good score when choosing clothing for cycling - but why can't we have it all? Which you can if you choose functional solution pieces that fit into your everyday wardrobe, such as tights, camisoles, wick away mid layers, outerwear that has room to move and is water & wind resistant. They exist - I make them (riyoko urban bike wear, Calgary, AB Canada) as do other stateside homegrown designers such as SWRVE, out of L.A, CA and Bespoke out of SF, CA, Outlier in NY, NY, Knice Clothing also out of L.A, and PoCampo in Chicago, IL…Check us out before spending money on pieces that serve part of your purpose ( style) but not always all (function & comfort).

Finally, yes, price is always a factor, especially in this economy, but that is another reason to support the homegrowns - if you price compare, the pricing is usually competitive, and even if it is a few dollars more, you are paying for quality, durability, fit, style, comfort and long term wear --- all of this in comparison for the short term wear, not always as well made, yet currently stylish pieces at the similar prices from companies that are not local in many ways…support your local economy and invest in the pieces that fit your lifestyle on a bike. <3 Thanks for the great article! bike love -- Kristi from riyoko

This is a fashionable way of biking through the ci...

2011-11-29T23:06:53.433-05:00

This is a fashionable way of biking through the city.Still looking fab on the road.

Yes, I have definitely been to Marks. I've bou...

2011-11-29T17:06:37.484-05:00

Yes, I have definitely been to Marks. I've bought gloves, scarves, a toque and earmuffs at Marks. Good selection.. I think it's only Canadian though, so international readers probably haven't heard of it...

A friend of mine's father is the head of merchandising/marketing/store design at Marks - he lives out in Calgary, so I assume they are based out in your neck of the woods.

I'm a big fan of Marks Work Warehouse - or &qu...

2011-11-29T13:57:37.656-05:00

I'm a big fan of Marks Work Warehouse - or "Marks" as they have rebranded too lately. Their selection of casual clothing and outerwear is perfect for everyday cycling gear. A few of my favorites are fleece lined jeans/chinos, water repellant hoodies, and good looking jackets that are wind/waterproof. Plus their selection of scarves, hats, and gloves/mitts is solid with affordable prices.

Worth a look IMO.

Ahem. If I may, you forgot to mention Reitmans cyc...

2011-11-29T13:08:32.057-05:00

Ahem. If I may, you forgot to mention Reitmans cycling jeans (elastic waist and anyone?) and of course, American Apparel cycling leggings!

Another reason not to wear backpacks when you cycl...

2011-11-29T11:03:08.908-05:00

Another reason not to wear backpacks when you cycle, along with the weight making you more top-heavy, therefore unstable, and being hard on your spine over the long haul. Why should your bones take extra weight when the bike frame can?

Yea you can wear just about anything when you ride...

2011-11-28T17:13:55.661-05:00

Yea you can wear just about anything when you ride as long as your using saddlebags and not backpacks. Im curious as to what race sweats the most during physical activity??? I used to mountain bike with a Portuguese friend who would be soaked after every ride and i'm of Scandinavian decent and i barely sweat.

HA ha, I got your joke about 3 seconds into the ex...

2011-11-28T14:12:26.338-05:00

HA ha, I got your joke about 3 seconds into the examples. Nice point about sartorialocal.