Published May 14, 2015 12:00AM
The Best Women’s Biking Accessories of 2015
The Best Women’s Biking Accessories of 2015
Better kit makes for happier riding.</span><br /><span class="s1">—<a href="https://mega-site.store/1746296/axie-navas%22%3EAxie Navas</a> </span></p><p class="p3"> </p><p class="p2"><span class="s1">
Better kit makes for happier riding.
—Axie Navas
—Axie Navas
(Michael Karsh)
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Specialized Grail Short Finger gloves
Instead of multiple small pads, the Grail Short Finger ($35) has a single teardrop-shaped cushion on the palm that keeps hands feeling fresh without affecting bike handling. The faux leather is supple and grippy but not especially durable. specialized.com
(Michael Karsh)
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Velocio Breton jersey
Cycling legend Kristy Scrymgeour founded Velocio to make women’s bike apparel that looks great and performs. The Breton ($169) combines an athletic fit and breathable, honeycombed side panels with classy lines and sweet colors. velocio.cc
(Michael Karsh)
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Specialized S-Works Prevail helmet
The vents and air channels dump heat so well, this racing lid ($225) felt like a personal fan. The women-specific fit thoughtfully accommodates a ponytail. specialized.com
(Michael Karsh)
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Giro Ride Halter bibs
Bibs are great—until nature calls. These bottoms ($150) eliminate the hassle by swapping suspenders for a halter that you can slip over your head without removing any clothing. Best of all, they’re equipped with a premium chamois. giro.com
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(Michael Karsh)
Giro Factress ACC shoes
We love the Cruella De Vil vibe of the Factress ACC ($300), but the 240-gram road shoe goes far beyond aesthetics with a super-thin Easton EC90 carbon outsole for low stack height and excellent power transfer. giro.com
(Michael Karsh)
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Pearl Izumi X-Project 2.0 shoes
A sculpted carbon sole makes the X-Project 2.0 ($240) good for pedaling.Big lugs get you through hike-a-bike. pearlizumi.com
(Michael Karsh)
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Club Ride MontCham chamois
This minimal liner ($55) is great under shorts. Gauzy mesh fabric makes it breathable, and the women-specific chamois is comfy. clubrideapparel.com
(Michael Karsh)
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Shredly MTB shorts
Shredly stays true to its legacy with these stylish, high-performance shorts ($95). The stretchy poly-spandex fabric is tailored for a flattering fit, and the new waist-adjustment system works like an interior belt, letting you cinch them tight or ride them loose. shredly.com
(Michael Karsh)
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Club Ride Motion jersey
Club Ride disguised the rear pocket of the moisture-wicking Motion knit jersey ($80) by giving it a clever curved opening, but it’s still large enough to hold emergency tools and a snack. clubrideapparel.com
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(Michael Karsh)
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Giro Feather MIPS helmet
The Giro Feather ($95) adds more side and rear protection than most cross-country helmets offer while still being plenty light (11 ounces). It’s not the most ventilated, but it performed fine in temps below 80 degrees. giro.com
(Michael Karsh)
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Pearl Izumi Divide gloves
The Divide ($30) eschews padding for a minimalist, skintight fit with superb bar feel. The back combines polyester and elastane in a stretchy, breathable fabric that makes the glove easy to get on and off. Bonus: the index finger is touch-screen compatible. pearlizumi.com
(Michael Karsh)
