I bike to work just about every day. I'm fortunate that my current employer has a very nice change room (with nice clean showers) and I have my own spacious locker. I wear shorts, t-shirt, etc, in the warmer months and parka, jeans, long-johns, in the winter. We even have an in-door bike lock up. Probably the sweetest deal in Winnipeg for cyclists.
Thanks. It is largely based on the conditions of the road. I prefer to cycle on the tertiary roads, but they get the least love from our snow-removal team. Temperatures and such are manageable by dressing properly (I'm old enough to put function ahead of form).
Northern New Hampshire here and I have to hang it up after a few snow falls. They plow it all to the side of road but don’t remove it frequently. The snow banks build quickly and I just run out of room.
Do the jeans last okay? They’re what i wear mostly and almost always for work and so prefer to cycle in them but find I wear through the crotch really quickly. If you’re not having the same problem, could you let me know what saddle you are using! Thanks
Hiking gear is perfect for urban cycling, I use a lot of my Montane gear for my bike. In fact cycling and hiking are very closely related, the only major difference between them is fit and weight. Hiking pants work well because they're designed to be breathable, designed with movement in mind, water resistant/proof and adjustable at the ankle, if needed. My waterproof jacket is perfect as well, it has pit zips, reflective details and breathable. You could add toughness and durability, hiking clothes are designed to be tough and reliable in foul weather, nothing worse than cycling in damp clothes. If you look more towards the fell runner's type of kit, you can find some surprisingly useful clothes for the road.
If you commute daily on your bicycle to work, having a pannier rack and good pannier bag as you don’t get a sweaty back, it was the most useful thing I bought for my commuter bike.
It really depends on the bike you're using. To get to work or just generally around the city I use a dutch style roadster and with that I can basically wear anything I want. I can wear a suit or even long coats reaching over my knees and still ride comfortably without getting any dirt on my cloth.
Cargo shorts in summer, cargo shorts and leg warmers in autumn and cargo shorts with running tights in summer. Some of the online retailers have Dutch (bright orange) or Brazilian (bright yellow) football team tracksuit tops at heavily reduced prices. I paid less than £20 for the Dutch one and it comes with zip pockets. Waterproofs and overshoes added where necessary. I use m520’s and mountain bike shoes.
Many jean brands sell pairs that are very stretchy and perfect for shorter commutes (my favourites are Extreme Flex from American Eagle). They don't move or chafe around the seat area, don't limit motion, don't slide down and are tighter around the ankles. Perfect for more casual offices or commuting students
Rain, sun, sleet or snow, if I'm exercising (gently or not) I sweat. It's a gigantic pain because whenever I cycle anywhere that requires decent clothing and not smelling awful I have to be early. For someone who finds being on time a struggle, that's hard. On the upper hand, I can't remember the last time I met up with people so I don't have to worry about this very often.
Yeah, most people sweat when riding, unless everything is flat, you have perfectly paved separate lanes and you ride a granny bike granny fast(Netherlands). What most people don't realise is that if you take a shower and apply a bit of deodorant before leaving, all you need to do is change out of the t-shirt you arrived in and, I guarantee, you'll be odorless as much as the next guy in the office. Literally takes 30 seconds to wipe the sweat off with a paper towel and change your shirt. It's a very commonly used excuse though, but not really a valid one for most people. Source: A sweat prone, perpetually late, 15km in one direction commuter through a not completely flat area with infrastructure so bad, just thinking of it would make most cyclist from developed countries break into sweat and give up before even leaving.
Rolling up your right trouser leg is a massive commuter expression of style. Sock choice is also very important. Also that was a magnificent lunge from Si.
I recommend nice stretchy Rohan trousers; really comfortable on the bike, dry extremely quickly, and they last forever! Particularly if you tuck the bottoms into your socks, which I find better than carrying cycle clips or rolling the trouser leg up. Oh, and only use a backpack if you want a sweaty back - otherwise get panniers. They hold more too.
I once tried a trail adapter for a kids bike. Despite doing bolts up tight, my son overtook me on a bend. Never used it again, but did buy a dutch bike with a double carrier cart in front, like an ice cream bike. Great fun. www.christianiabikes.com/product/26/
Anthony, Check out the Xtracycle Hooptie, I have one and my granddaughters, age 3 and 4 LOVE IT!! Xtracycle has a website and they have been selling complete bikes, some with electric assist for years now. My old Gary Fisher has the original Freeradical with the Hooptie and Magic Carpet. The girls ride it regularly with me on roads and trails, my wife follows on her bike when we are on the road for safety. It beats the heck out of a trailer, and I have one of those as well. The trailer collects dust!
@@gcn. It's what I'm aiming for, once I've upgraded to sram eagle 1x12 group set and Rockshox trekking forks, I'm hoping I'll have a hybrid that I could go where I would normally hike but use it as a daily driver in town.
Rain capes and fenders for wet weather. My cape came from bicycleclothing.com for about $50 and has gotten me through some torrential rains. Cleverhood makes some nice upscale models. With waterproof jackets, even "breathable" ones, I was getting as wet from trapped sweat as I would from the rain. The rain cape with fenders leaves only my feet a bit damp even in heavy rain. The open bottom leaves plenty of room for air to circulate.
Paramo cycling jeans, nice and light and showerproof with normal tee shirt or Merino base. Depending on temp either Paramo Ciclo jacket or Montane windproof. Gore-Tex lined walking trainers . All -except jeans - double up as my walking gear and are fine for strolling around in.
Even if I'm going through the city, but it's a training ride I wear normal kit. Otherwise if it's a leisure ride I just wear whatever I have on at the time
i like your advice very much, i personally use normal cloths, clip my pants (both pant) with fluorescent band and try not to cycle too hard when it's wet or hot
This video would be a lot shorter in The Netherlands :-).... Just take your bike and go to work, done. No special clothes needed, if you need to wear a suit and tie at work, no problem, you will even look stylish on your bike. Also no helmet needed here because of our great road safety and cycle paths which are separated from the roads... and flip flops are actually great to cycle with in summer...
I have found that longer underwear (8" or so) doesn't ride up causing me to have to pull it back down after the ride. I have also come to find underwear that has a pouch for men's nether regions really helps with keeping it all together and more comfortable. My favorite is saxx quest 2.0. The weather changes fast in west Texas, not to rain, but temp wise. I always carry a wind jacket in my backpack when I bike to school. It helps to cut the north winds and can act as a short-term rain jacket. Stretchy pants and shorts are a must now, they are more expensive to look nice as well, but they have improved cycling immensily. An active synthetic insulation layer is great as it helps keep you warm but can expel heat easier. I have the arcteryx atom LT. (expensive) Last thing is I keep rubber/latex gloves in my saddle bag for drivetrain repairs, and if it gets really cold they can help for a while. Hope this helps someone.
Didn´t find it mentioned in a trice ... as a new daily workplace commuter (due to covid) i started recently here in Berlin, wearing (at least if it´s not too warm) my ski protector jacket for protecting my spine and back! I must wonder a bit that this is obviously still no theme at least for professional roadies, ´cause it also became for professional downhill ski racers with similar risks already a few years ago
I live in a suburban area and its nearly summer here. During my daily commute, I will be biking at around 1-5pm in the afternoon and people will be wearing yellow vest and jackets and have 2-3 bike lights on, flashing in my face when the sun is at its highest point and its 70 degrees or 21C outside. Which is straight up ridiculous.
Another top vid guys - I’m toying with the idea of a daily commute following a fun “cycle to Work Day” ride.. clothing was the main issue.. gotta watch out for watering cans too by the looks of things!
Sometimes, it doesnt matter what colours you wear or even if youre lit up like a big christmas tree... Someone will still hit you or pass you close enough to whisper 'SMIDSY' in your ear. The overall standard of driving is pretty low in the UK. While not all drivers are bad. A lot of them pick up bad habits or drop their standard of driving and drive however they want regardless of risk to other road users because once they have their license there are no further checks and the police fail to protect the rights of cyclists every year on the road and hand out paltry fines or 'warnings' for offenses committed and thats *IF* they can even be bothered to investigate the evidence.... I have known other cyclists with camera footage of vehicles passing so close they were clipped by wing mirrors but the MET still says there is "Insufficient evidence" to warrant any action taken. And failure to uphold road laws/rules/regulations has even ment that bad drivers getting away with murder or attempted murder in the past. Yet... the government jumps hoops when they can bring laws or Legislation where cyclists can be charged with 'death by dangerous driving' --- Now compare the yearly figures of the deaths caused by cyclists to those caused by people behind the wheel of a 2tonne vehicle....
I advise to get a bike with a guard around your chain or belt drive. It keeps your clothing cleaner and it is a greater safety feature than a bike helmet. Getting something like a trouser or something else stuck in there will make you tumble.
i know they are expensive but the Rapha randonee shorts are really worth the money. You can sweat in them and they breath, and the zip pockets means nothing falls out.
I saw guys wear some sports watches such as Garmin or Sunnto and I wonder how important it is in doing sports. I always wear an analog watch and I want ask should I get a sports watch to go to sports in daily life?
What do I wear while cycling in the city? Mostly denim jeans, hiking boots and a good shirt with a pocket for carrying small things. I've never been interested in dressing like a baboon in heat and mooning passing cars as I ride along, so I just wear what I wear when I don't ride.
My problem with those lovely wind and water resistant jackets is that I end up sweating like crazy when wearing them, so I´m saved from water from the outside yet tormented by water from the inside.
Higher quality ones (I have goretex) help shed excess heat, you can also try a wind jacket for more breathability but less water resistance if the commute is short or lighter rain.
Just my opinion, but wearing dark clothing (like that worn by the presenters during most segments in the video) is simply not best practice. I know wearing light colored clothing runs the risk of showing dirt and grime. But it is SOOOOOOOO much easier for drivers of cars (especially senior drivers) to see cyclists wearing light clothing.
Charles Rush I really wasn't trying to tell you what to do. Just trying to be light-hearted. But as is often the case, humor can be tricky on the internet. Apologies. I live in a fairly rural area and I can state without doubt that riders on the road, wearing dark clothes like those in this video, are incredibly harder to see...especially at dusk and dawn. Certainly, the cyclist getting hit by a car is getting the worst deal. But, the driver of the car, who simply didn't see the cyclist has to live with the trama of that event too.
LOL Charles Rush... you amuse me. Your ignorance of diverity among humans is revealing and the imperative of your own opinions must an endless source of aggravation in your life.
Another tip for women cycling, some leggings can be see threw when your wearing them. I always feel like I should say something but am worried about someone reacting badly to a guy telling them that their nickers are on show
It's really not. When it's a man, I don't need to be seeing flabby builder's bum, and when it's a woman, I don't need to be seeing whale tail. Christ on a bike, it's not difficult to dress with a bit of modesty. smh.
Ok , I’m not sure what was the funniest. Simon giving himself a wedgie. Emma being rained on . Or Emma talking about what has probably happened to every cyclist ever at some point of time . Hilarious 🤣
As a mountainbiker, I own mountainbike clothes. I use my carbon race bike for commuting. It might be overkill, but it's fast and I enjoy pushing it hard from time to time. I don't like wearing lycra and the mtb cleats suit me better and they're easier to walk around in. People ask me why I use such a light bike and then add 1,5kg of weight with the lock, but I don't see the logic. Owning a heavier bike would just make things harder anyway. Why not go lighter if I can?
Dear GCN can you tell what type of pedal Si is using? Total flat with gritty insert is probably what I want, cause I've ruined 2 pairs of flip flops this summer with my spiky flat pedals.
Those are our Urban Pedals www.schindelhauerbikes.com/en/accessories/Urban-CNC-Pedals.html Full disclosure: the bike model Si is riding ususally comes with black pedals, and the one Chris rides comes with silver ones - they switched it up :)
Scott Sheerins Depends what you call cheap, but the Boardman range should have something to suit your needs. Probably a hybrid which you can put different tyres on to suit. They are quite adaptable and a good range on the gearing too.
What do you wear when cycling through the city?
I don't care about clothing but Not going to forget to wear helmet!
Mostly school uniform because way to school is the most I ride for commute.
That's something we never condone, so we're right there with you, AlastoroidTNC.
Would have liked to see some links to the clothes that you recommend.
I cycle to school with an extra flexible and crumple resistant school t-shirt
I bike to work just about every day. I'm fortunate that my current employer has a very nice change room (with nice clean showers) and I have my own spacious locker. I wear shorts, t-shirt, etc, in the warmer months and parka, jeans, long-johns, in the winter. We even have an in-door bike lock up. Probably the sweetest deal in Winnipeg for cyclists.
Winter cycling in Winnipeg! I salute you, sir!
Thanks. It is largely based on the conditions of the road. I prefer to cycle on the tertiary roads, but they get the least love from our snow-removal team. Temperatures and such are manageable by dressing properly (I'm old enough to put function ahead of form).
Northern New Hampshire here and I have to hang it up after a few snow falls. They plow it all to the side of road but don’t remove it frequently. The snow banks build quickly and I just run out of room.
Sounds like you have an ideal set up for cycling to work!
Do the jeans last okay? They’re what i wear mostly and almost always for work and so prefer to cycle in them but find I wear through the crotch really quickly. If you’re not having the same problem, could you let me know what saddle you are using! Thanks
Great to see such topics covered - makes GCN live up to its name, after all not all Cycling is racing!
Thanks Frazer!
Hiking gear is perfect for urban cycling, I use a lot of my Montane gear for my bike.
In fact cycling and hiking are very closely related, the only major difference between them is fit and weight.
Hiking pants work well because they're designed to be breathable, designed with movement in mind, water resistant/proof and adjustable at the ankle, if needed.
My waterproof jacket is perfect as well, it has pit zips, reflective details and breathable.
You could add toughness and durability, hiking clothes are designed to be tough and reliable in foul weather, nothing worse than cycling in damp clothes.
If you look more towards the fell runner's type of kit, you can find some surprisingly useful clothes for the road.
Multipurpose, perfect!
I agree, I weat my Marmot rain coat for cycling and its perfect
Oh that is such a great shout! Going to be commuting in my Mountain Equipment gear from now on.
All right, I'll stop wearing my skinsuit to the market. Yeesh.
I won't
how about speedo?
Loving this urban series!
Cheers Jon!
Flies always end up in my eyes, I wouldn't be able to see much with a neckline that high
If you commute daily on your bicycle to work, having a pannier rack and good pannier bag as you don’t get a sweaty back, it was the most useful thing I bought for my commuter bike.
It really depends on the bike you're using. To get to work or just generally around the city I use a dutch style roadster and with that I can basically wear anything I want. I can wear a suit or even long coats reaching over my knees and still ride comfortably without getting any dirt on my cloth.
Cargo shorts in summer, cargo shorts and leg warmers in autumn and cargo shorts with running tights in summer.
Some of the online retailers have Dutch (bright orange) or Brazilian (bright yellow) football team tracksuit tops at heavily reduced prices. I paid less than £20 for the Dutch one and it comes with zip pockets.
Waterproofs and overshoes added where necessary.
I use m520’s and mountain bike shoes.
Thanks for sharing your top tips
still nobody from the Netherlands in the comments saying you can wear your business suit just as well and it ain't no big deal...
This is an dutch invented artform
They also don't wear helmets. Fuck 'em.
More of this please.
Glad you are enjoying the urban series Scott
we could all use more exercise, says travolta, while being in incredible shape....
Kyle Okamoto I was thinking the same
Chrome Industries makes some very cool cycling friendly clothing. Their shorts are super high quality.
Many jean brands sell pairs that are very stretchy and perfect for shorter commutes (my favourites are Extreme Flex from American Eagle). They don't move or chafe around the seat area, don't limit motion, don't slide down and are tighter around the ankles. Perfect for more casual offices or commuting students
Rain, sun, sleet or snow, if I'm exercising (gently or not) I sweat. It's a gigantic pain because whenever I cycle anywhere that requires decent clothing and not smelling awful I have to be early. For someone who finds being on time a struggle, that's hard. On the upper hand, I can't remember the last time I met up with people so I don't have to worry about this very often.
sweat =/= smell
This also speaks of an infrastructure issue. In the Netherlands, for example, they dress for the _destination_, not the journey.
Yeah, most people sweat when riding, unless everything is flat, you have perfectly paved separate lanes and you ride a granny bike granny fast(Netherlands).
What most people don't realise is that if you take a shower and apply a bit of deodorant before leaving, all you need to do is change out of the t-shirt you arrived in and, I guarantee, you'll be odorless as much as the next guy in the office.
Literally takes 30 seconds to wipe the sweat off with a paper towel and change your shirt. It's a very commonly used excuse though, but not really a valid one for most people.
Source: A sweat prone, perpetually late, 15km in one direction commuter through a not completely flat area with infrastructure so bad, just thinking of it would make most cyclist from developed countries break into sweat and give up before even leaving.
wear what you want, ride what you want
Rolling up your right trouser leg is a massive commuter expression of style. Sock choice is also very important. Also that was a magnificent lunge from Si.
Thanks, he's been practising
I recommend nice stretchy Rohan trousers; really comfortable on the bike, dry extremely quickly, and they last forever! Particularly if you tuck the bottoms into your socks, which I find better than carrying cycle clips or rolling the trouser leg up.
Oh, and only use a backpack if you want a sweaty back - otherwise get panniers. They hold more too.
I'd like to suggest a video topic I've not seen. Safest/best ways to cycle with a toddler. Love the content! Safe riding and cheers!
I once tried a trail adapter for a kids bike. Despite doing bolts up tight, my son overtook me on a bend. Never used it again, but did buy a dutch bike with a double carrier cart in front, like an ice cream bike. Great fun. www.christianiabikes.com/product/26/
Please DO NOT do this video! Don't need ignorant advice from sports/racing cyclists on how to bicycle with toddlers
Just let 'em stand on the bars and enjoy the breeze :)
The best way to ride with a toddler is to use someone elses
Anthony,
Check out the Xtracycle Hooptie, I have one and my granddaughters, age 3 and 4 LOVE IT!! Xtracycle has a website and they have been selling complete bikes, some with electric assist for years now. My old Gary Fisher has the original Freeradical with the Hooptie and Magic Carpet. The girls ride it regularly with me on roads and trails, my wife follows on her bike when we are on the road for safety. It beats the heck out of a trailer, and I have one of those as well. The trailer collects dust!
I could add hiking shoes and boots as well, waterproof, tough, good grip on the pedals.
Nice choice, is that what you go for?
@@gcn. It's what I'm aiming for, once I've upgraded to sram eagle 1x12 group set and Rockshox trekking forks, I'm hoping I'll have a hybrid that I could go where I would normally hike but use it as a daily driver in town.
My waterproof hiking boots are what I wear everytime its raining. Luckily mine are all leather and can look nicer in a casual office.
Good tip to know. All this time I've been wearing my work clothes when cycling and by the time I got there, I'm sweating a lot. Thanks you for that 👍
Rain capes and fenders for wet weather. My cape came from bicycleclothing.com for about $50 and has gotten me through some torrential rains. Cleverhood makes some nice upscale models. With waterproof jackets, even "breathable" ones, I was getting as wet from trapped sweat as I would from the rain. The rain cape with fenders leaves only my feet a bit damp even in heavy rain. The open bottom leaves plenty of room for air to circulate.
Emma looks like every supply teacher I ever had 😂
Paramo cycling jeans, nice and light and showerproof with normal tee shirt or Merino base. Depending on temp either Paramo Ciclo jacket or Montane windproof. Gore-Tex lined walking trainers . All -except jeans - double up as my walking gear and are fine for strolling around in.
Oh, and, if it’s warm ,shorts and normal undies for up to 25 miles .
Just getting back in cycling as a college student. Got a nice Montague paratrooper and just getting used to the saddle.
GCN: Ladies, consider a high-neck t-shirt
Me: to avoid flashing?
GCN: goodness no, you do you, it's to avoid things like bees and wasps
Me: 😮
yesssss so wholesome!
Even if I'm going through the city, but it's a training ride I wear normal kit. Otherwise if it's a leisure ride I just wear whatever I have on at the time
Schindelhauer is simply an awesome bike. Looks cool. Paired with Automatix just makes it even better.
Excellent tips and yet another awesome video by GCN. It would be great to have a list of the gear and clothing featured in the videos.
i like your advice very much, i personally use normal cloths, clip my pants (both pant) with fluorescent band and try not to cycle too hard when it's wet or hot
My commuter/ everyday bike has toe clips and strap and I couldn't do without them. Plus you can wear your normal shoes!
Also, Si and (especially) Travolta's bikes are stunning!
Thanks :)
This video would be a lot shorter in The Netherlands :-).... Just take your bike and go to work, done. No special clothes needed, if you need to wear a suit and tie at work, no problem, you will even look stylish on your bike. Also no helmet needed here because of our great road safety and cycle paths which are separated from the roads... and flip flops are actually great to cycle with in summer...
really wish the UK was like that.. it sounds like a dream
I love how these tips work both for two wheel and three wheels
I have found that longer underwear (8" or so) doesn't ride up causing me to have to pull it back down after the ride. I have also come to find underwear that has a pouch for men's nether regions really helps with keeping it all together and more comfortable.
My favorite is saxx quest 2.0.
The weather changes fast in west Texas, not to rain, but temp wise. I always carry a wind jacket in my backpack when I bike to school. It helps to cut the north winds and can act as a short-term rain jacket.
Stretchy pants and shorts are a must now, they are more expensive to look nice as well, but they have improved cycling immensily.
An active synthetic insulation layer is great as it helps keep you warm but can expel heat easier. I have the arcteryx atom LT. (expensive)
Last thing is I keep rubber/latex gloves in my saddle bag for drivetrain repairs, and if it gets really cold they can help for a while.
Hope this helps someone.
Useful video guys....nice to see you're in Bristol as well! :)
Great photography around Bristol, thanks
what are the models of the bikes you ride in this video? VEry nice belt drives and grips)
Always lycra! Got to get the QOM/KOMs
Always? I like lycra, by it's appearance and by its function. But my weight is 105 kg and height 175 cm. It will look very weight, didn't you think?
I recommend DZR shoes for commuting. They work with SPD pedals and they look like regular shoes.
Didn´t find it mentioned in a trice ... as a new daily workplace commuter (due to covid) i started recently here in Berlin, wearing (at least if it´s not too warm) my ski protector jacket for protecting my spine and back!
I must wonder a bit that this is obviously still no theme at least for professional roadies, ´cause it also became for professional downhill ski racers with similar risks already a few years ago
I live in a suburban area and its nearly summer here. During my daily commute, I will be biking at around 1-5pm in the afternoon and people will be wearing yellow vest and jackets and have 2-3 bike lights on, flashing in my face when the sun is at its highest point and its 70 degrees or 21C outside. Which is straight up ridiculous.
I like this topic and I don't need wear Like a PRO. Thanks and support!
2 in 1 bibs. You hide the lycra. Removable chamois shorts have pockets; wear a casual shirt.
Nice commuter clothing choice!
anyone knows what pedal is that? 2:23
Si's sock game is STRONG!!
Here in Texas I ride in a pair of cargo shorts and Nike air force ones but no shirt during the summer.
Another top vid guys - I’m toying with the idea of a daily commute following a fun “cycle to Work Day” ride.. clothing was the main issue.. gotta watch out for watering cans too by the looks of things!
Thanks Rich, glad you enjoyed it
was going through the beginner cyclist playlist and this video felt really weird to me.. then I remembered I'm dutch. So.. never mind good video!
Sometimes, it doesnt matter what colours you wear or even if youre lit up like a big christmas tree... Someone will still hit you or pass you close enough to whisper 'SMIDSY' in your ear. The overall standard of driving is pretty low in the UK. While not all drivers are bad. A lot of them pick up bad habits or drop their standard of driving and drive however they want regardless of risk to other road users because once they have their license there are no further checks and the police fail to protect the rights of cyclists every year on the road and hand out paltry fines or 'warnings' for offenses committed and thats *IF* they can even be bothered to investigate the evidence....
I have known other cyclists with camera footage of vehicles passing so close they were clipped by wing mirrors but the MET still says there is "Insufficient evidence" to warrant any action taken. And failure to uphold road laws/rules/regulations has even ment that bad drivers getting away with murder or attempted murder in the past.
Yet... the government jumps hoops when they can bring laws or Legislation where cyclists can be charged with 'death by dangerous driving' --- Now compare the yearly figures of the deaths caused by cyclists to those caused by people behind the wheel of a 2tonne vehicle....
I'm always struggling to find reasonably priced commuter cycling gear...stuff that is neither road lycra or baggies but is still comfortable.
Need to know what that bag holder on the front of si's bike is called, I'm looking for one of those.
@Siv Porteur rack
Can I ask you which shorts brand/model you use in 0:45? Thanks a lot in advance 😉
3:24 is that a call of duty hit marker sound or is that just the sound the trousers made
Working in a production plant, I’m going to get all sweaty at work anyways so I still cycle hard in my normal work clothes
Where can I buy that gray bike with the fenders at, online?
I advise to get a bike with a guard around your chain or belt drive. It keeps your clothing cleaner and it is a greater safety feature than a bike helmet. Getting something like a trouser or something else stuck in there will make you tumble.
i know they are expensive but the Rapha randonee shorts are really worth the money. You can sweat in them and they breath, and the zip pockets means nothing falls out.
That belt drive bike Si is using is a dream
They're so cool!
New channel: Global Commuter Cycling Network. Can you do all NCN routes, please?
Nice idea!
I think the most important takeaway from this video is the necessity of getting a pair of Si's socks with the bicycle print.
What company was that rain jacket? Please and thank you.
What size in Liters backpack is the man in all black wearing for his cycling commutes.
What make/brand is the jacket that Emma wears in the film? It's nice.
It's PedalEd 👌
This is what I was looking for.
Cool video !
Thanks Killer -Gamer!
Wow!..what a tips..thanks
Anyone knows the model of the front rack of the gray bike? Thanks!
Hey, that's our bike and our front rack :) See it here:www.schindelhauerbikes.com/en/accessories/Front-Pannier-Rack.html
Works great just as it should
Hi there, would love to know the name/ Brand of the casual lycra shorts you're using on this video, they look sleek
What kind of bike is the silver one? Thanks!
Ok dug through the comments. schindelhauerbikes.com
It would be nice to see urban bike reviews too!
perhaps even compared to gravel bikes and road bikes
Nice idea, thanks for the suggestion
3:11, I thought Emma was going to take off! Great stuff....Ride on! Tim
What did the chavs say at 1:46?
I saw guys wear some sports watches such as Garmin or Sunnto and I wonder how important it is in doing sports. I always wear an analog watch and I want ask should I get a sports watch to go to sports in daily life?
What size backpack in liters is the man using for his bike commutes?
Fist bump to Si for that belt drive commuter bike 🤜🌟🤛
What do I wear while cycling in the city? Mostly denim jeans, hiking boots and a good shirt with a pocket for carrying small things.
I've never been interested in dressing like a baboon in heat and mooning passing cars as I ride along, so I just wear what I wear when I don't ride.
Any idea what backpack that is at 5:03?
Living in Phoenix, AZ I don't think there is such a thing as a seemless transition without having to shower.
Brooks on GCN? I never thought I'd see the day, but it makes me happy. Getting it wet at 5:21 though? 😱
You beat me to it!
What are the shorts that Chris wears? Like mtb shorts, but more fitted for road and commute riding.
They are PedalEd 👍
My problem with those lovely wind and water resistant jackets is that I end up sweating like crazy when wearing them, so I´m saved from water from the outside yet tormented by water from the inside.
Higher quality ones (I have goretex) help shed excess heat, you can also try a wind jacket for more breathability but less water resistance if the commute is short or lighter rain.
Thanks for taking the time to write that out! :) I guess I'll just have to try some different types of jackets.
luckymouse1988 now you will still sweat with all of them eventually, but I do find a significant difference.
Mr. Travolta's "baggy" shorts fit him like damn lycras... How much does he squat? :D
What front pannier bag does Si have ?
Which shorts is travolta wearing?
They look pretty good, whatever they are
OfficialJulianM pedaled.com/products/kyoto-gravel-short/black#7315
They are all wearing PedalEd clothing
Where can i get that front bike rack ? 👀
What is the brand of these bikes please ?
Just my opinion, but wearing dark clothing (like that worn by the presenters during most segments in the video) is simply not best practice. I know wearing light colored clothing runs the risk of showing dirt and grime. But it is SOOOOOOOO much easier for drivers of cars (especially senior drivers) to see cyclists wearing light clothing.
Charles Rush Your bike shirt, that says "Old People Suck" may have something to do with that. 🤣
Charles Rush I really wasn't trying to tell you what to do. Just trying to be light-hearted. But as is often the case, humor can be tricky on the internet. Apologies. I live in a fairly rural area and I can state without doubt that riders on the road, wearing dark clothes like those in this video, are incredibly harder to see...especially at dusk and dawn. Certainly, the cyclist getting hit by a car is getting the worst deal. But, the driver of the car, who simply didn't see the cyclist has to live with the trama of that event too.
Mr. Luigi I agree totally. On a video about safe urban cycling they are all in beige and gray. Why? Would a high viz jacket be soooo uncool?
Charles Rush Do you really believe that dark clothing is easier to see? Are you living on the Alaskan snowy mountains perchance?
LOL Charles Rush... you amuse me. Your ignorance of diverity among humans is revealing and the imperative of your own opinions must an endless source of aggravation in your life.
Another tip for women cycling, some leggings can be see threw when your wearing them. I always feel like I should say something but am worried about someone reacting badly to a guy telling them that their nickers are on show
" see threw when your wearing" missed the four-word-misspelling bonus by spelling 'waring' correctly #ffs #mansplain
John O'Brien Dude! get with the program and stop acting like a woman, they know what they’re doing and it’s ok.
It's really not. When it's a man, I don't need to be seeing flabby builder's bum, and when it's a woman, I don't need to be seeing whale tail. Christ on a bike, it's not difficult to dress with a bit of modesty. smh.
Thus John's worry is fulfilled. Talk about 'no good deed goes unpunished'!
Yes especially in bright sunshine!
Just wear tighter fitting tee shirts or polos, moisture wicking fabric, and decent elastic material shorts. It doesnt have to be "cycling apparel"
Ok , I’m not sure what was the funniest. Simon giving himself a wedgie. Emma being rained on . Or Emma talking about what has probably happened to every cyclist ever at some point of time . Hilarious 🤣
Haha, glad you enjoyed it, Phillip!
As a mountainbiker, I own mountainbike clothes. I use my carbon race bike for commuting. It might be overkill, but it's fast and I enjoy pushing it hard from time to time.
I don't like wearing lycra and the mtb cleats suit me better and they're easier to walk around in. People ask me why I use such a light bike and then add 1,5kg of weight with the lock, but I don't see the logic. Owning a heavier bike would just make things harder anyway. Why not go lighter if I can?
Dear GCN can you tell what type of pedal Si is using? Total flat with gritty insert is probably what I want, cause I've ruined 2 pairs of flip flops this summer with my spiky flat pedals.
Those are our Urban Pedals www.schindelhauerbikes.com/en/accessories/Urban-CNC-Pedals.html
Full disclosure: the bike model Si is riding ususally comes with black pedals, and the one Chris rides comes with silver ones - they switched it up :)
Awesome! Thank you!! Gonna need a pair now.
'true scott man, please take note" 🤣🤣😂😂
A bell 🛎 is mandatory on the handlebar in Canada.
Do you need knee support for cycling?
What men’s cycling shorts are worn @ 36 seconds?
Anybody got any suggestions for a cheap road bike that will do city riding and a few longer rides in summer weather?
Scott Sheerins Depends what you call cheap, but the Boardman range should have something to suit your needs. Probably a hybrid which you can put different tyres on to suit. They are quite adaptable and a good range on the gearing too.
@@idi0tdetectioninprogress I'll take a look, cheers 👌
6:52 Travolta all dressed up but nowhere to go!