This year I’ve become obsessed with “Essentialism”. It’s the idea of only focussing on the things you truly need/enjoy, as well as a system of prioritising the stuff you really care about. For a lifelong clutterer and “busy” person, this...
Sometimes the most important consideration when choosing a backpack is whether or not it’s waterproof. If you’re riding around town with your valuables – such as your laptop – and there’s a downpour on the horizon, you don’t want to...
The biggest challenge I face when talking about Discerning Cyclist is explaining that it’s not a website about sporty cycling clothes (like Lycra products), but instead about everyday clothes that are great for cycling in. When it comes to cycling...
Fellas, we need to talk about down there. Thankfully not your junk – but the attire that supports and surrounds it. Let’s face it: getting hot and sweaty as you go about your business isn’t the sexiest thing in the...
Standing at an average 5’9 (yes, average), I’ve never had problem finding stuff that fits me: whether that’s clothes, airplane seats, or bicycles – I live in a carefree world of mediocrity. However, I’ve seen the challenges my bigger friends...
I’ve become obsessed with a brand recently. Not because it’s got the most amazing products with the most ridiculous features, but because it’s got really good products at a price point that even most students wouldn’t turn their nose up...
Ahhhh… the bicycle helmet. Probably the least cool looking thing in the world apart from socks and sandals. Some see helmets as a necessity when cycling and consider those who fail to wear them to be dicing with death. On...
I have never seen a pair of jeans with so many pockets as the Osloh Traffic Trouser. It’s bonkers. There are three pockets on the rear, four on the front and even one on the side. That’s a lot of...
Many of us improve our daily commute through the option of cycling. It requires less maintenance than driving a car, it allows for more route options, it gives us a chance to be outdoors and to exercise at least twice...
Winter’s coming… again. Every bloody year, eh? For me, and probably most Brits, winter means rain. Drizzle mostly, but sometimes you get that awful heavy stuff too. And while nice-looking water-resistant cycling trousers may see you through the mild days,...
An advert from Förskel Originals popped up on my Facebook newsfeed a while back. It showed a damn good-looking pair of shorts that were apparently designed for swimming, while boasting plenty of stretch for active folk – ideal for cycling....
If you want to carry small practical things on your ride, such as pumps, inner tubes or even bottles – but hate riding with bags or stuffed pockets – the Louri bike straps may well be a useful addition. Now,...
Over the past couple of years, I’ve become more and more fascinated with the idea of a minimalist way of life – and in particular, a minimal wardrobe. Essentially, I want my life to be full practical stuff I need,...
It can be a fine line that separates gimmicks from genuinely useful products. And Helmetor is treads very close to that line. For some, nothing will convince them that Helmetor is anything but an expensive screw (it costs £9.99). But...
If you’re someone who likes to wear smarter shirts a lot, weather they be for the office or just because you like to look smart, you may have found it challenging to find stylish shirts that work well when cycling....
What you wear on your bottom half is one of the most important things for ensuring a comfortable ride. But that doesn’t mean you have to squeeze into less-than-flattering Lycra cycling shorts. On the contrary, there’s plenty of chic urban...
One of the most crucial pieces of clothing for comfortable cycling is a good jacket. But in the pursuit of finding the best cycling jacket, what should you be looking for? Well, there are 10 key things to consider. Best...
If you’re on the look out for a cool bike tee shirt or two, then a virtual drop-by at T-lab is recommend. T-lab is a small British clothing label that offers a distinctive range of t-shirts (as well as some...
I’m a bad boy. Dirty, filthy and far from smooth. Because when it comes to bike maintenance, I, well… I just don’t do it until it’s too late. My “bicycle maintenance” is essentially me riding my bike into the ground...
If you want a tough waterproof backpack for cycling, the Craft Cadence IPX5 is more than a worthy contender. This isn’t one of “will it/won’t it?” waterproof backpacks that are “water resistant” and should keep your stuff dry in all...
For me, one of the greatest challenge when riding a bike is signalling while turning. I always feel a bit unsteady if I’ve got one hand pointing at where I want to go, while the other tries to navigate me...
Life can’t half be complicated sometimes. Tax returns. Starting gym memberships. Cancelling gym memberships. Ikea flatpacks. Roadworks. Traffic jams. Car insurance. Urgh. And that’s why riding a bicycle is so special. Riding a bike requires no forms. There’s no license....
In June last year, I reviewed Resolute Bay’s first attempt at a cycling jacket for commuters – and was very impressed. Just like their range of cycling jeans, the small cycling start-up had produced yet another highly functional cycling jacket...
It may seem counter-intuitive but forcing people to wear a helmet when cycling doesn’t improve the safety of cyclists. But why? Surely extra protection around your most important organ can only be a good thing? Welcome to the bike helmet...
It’s that time of year again where many of us whip off our waterproof cycling trousers to uncover our pasty legs ready for summer. In this guide to the best urban cycling shorts for both men and women, we’ll run...
A cycling holiday, whether in the UK or abroad, is a great way to travel and see the countryside at your own pace. But it takes some planning and a good deal of thought to make it into the adventure...
Many more people are seeing cycling as a viable form of daily transport rather than just a weekend pastime. Environmental issues, the ever-increasing number of the overweight and obese and the need to take your general well-being seriously are frequently...
I’ve always admired fixies. They’re just so damn cool and wonderfully simplistic, aren’t they? They can contain only what you need, making them fast and light, and incredibly easy to take care for. So why don’t I own one? I...
When it comes to bags, there are many options available to urban cyclists: the messenger bag – as popularised by bike couriers, pannier bags and of course, the good old backpack. While many may disagree with me from a style/sweaty...
If you are planning a European holiday to get back into the saddle, recent upgrades to the biking infrastructure have made Poland a perfect destination. It’s also the birthplace of Rafal Majka and Maja Wloszczowska, two names synonymous with cycling...
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