One of the most important considerations to make for urban cyclists and commuters is your pants – after all, this is what surrounds your cycling engine. Urban cycling trousers can come in many shapes and sizes, depending on your needs....
When the sun’s out, and the wind is at your back there’s no greater freedom than riding your bike. But like most things in life, there’s always some give and take and it’s no different when it comes to cycling....
If there’s one thing that can be relied upon – it’s that you can’t rely on the weather! Cyclists are more painfully aware of this than anyone else and a bad weather day can really spoil your journey. That’s why...
Cycling in the rain. That’s when your choice of attire really matter. Get it wrong, and you’ll rock up at your destination as a mess. Soggy trousers. Soggy feet. Soggy head. Soggy everything. If you want to stay dry when...
Cycling in the summer. That’s what life’s about. But in order to ensure a comfortable commute or leisurely ride, getting the right legwear is key. That’s why I spent a week creating a guide on the best urban bike shorts...
The discerning cyclist ensures that each commute is enjoyable and worthwhile. Finding your own cadence and choosing an ideal route will help keep a smile about the place. All of this is geared towards reaching your work in a good...
Based in San Francisco and best known for their durable as well as great quality weather-proof bags and technical apparel, Mission Workshop is a strong favorite among cyclists looking for practical yet fashionable items. However, with great quality often comes...
When it comes to commuting by bike, the most important piece of attire to consider is undoubtedly your pants (or shorts). After all, when you’re pedalling away, it’s your legs that are doing all the work. So having a comfy...
I’ve been writing product reviews on Discerning Cyclist since 2012. So, I feel like I know a thing or two about how to carefully articulate a product’s strengths and weaknesses. I certainly know that a product review should be poised,...
Riding in the rain can be a cold and miserable business, especially when riding to work: no one wants to start off the day cold and wet. However, there’s some really great trousers and jeans on the market to help...
Cycling is my favourite form of procrastination. Pre-Covid, I frequently extended my commute to include a portion of the Thames or a lap of Richmond Park in an effort to put off the work that awaited me at home. Now...
History recounts numerous colossal errors by individuals: Napoleon’s invasion of Russia in winter, the Captain of the Titanic’s hubris and David Beckham’s 2003 haircut. While not of quite the same magnitude as these men, I must add my name to...
Pants. If you’re commuting by bike, they’re probably the most important clothing consideration you make. Wear a pair of heavy jeans and chances are your journey will be a hotter and more “chafey” than it needs to be. That’s why...
Have you even been browsing the web when you just stumble across something where you go: “I need you in my life”. It happens to me more than I care to admit. Normally it’s some fancy gadget. But on this...
Few dates have engraved themselves on my mind to the same extent as the 1st October 2019. In what was to be the most traumatic moment in my time at university up to that point, I had to commute in...
You’d be forgiven had you shoved a lightweight packable jacket some way down the list of your priorities as far as cycling gear is concerned. On the face of it, they admittedly may not seem as crucial as, say, a...
I remember when I was excited to become an adult and live independently. The hope of doing whatever, going wherever and eating however many tubs of ice cream I deemed fit was something I looked forward to greatly. This myth...
No cycling attire is complete with the perfect T-shirt. The question is: what makes a cycling T-shirt perfect to you? For some, it will be one made of light breathable material; for instance merino, which wicks sweat and is odour-resistant....
If you like to dress smartly, either for the office or just because you want to look the part, you may have found it challenging to find stylish shirts that work well when cycling. Often, shirts are made from restrictive...
I’ve found the most unforgiving article of everyday clothing – when it comes to cycling – to be jeans. They’re thick, warm and don’t typically offer enough give or stretch for riding comfortably – making it hard even to get...
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...
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...
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 https://discerningcyclist.com/best-cycling-chinos-commuter/isn’t the sexiest thing in the...
With your bag packed and your bike ready to ride, you’re all set for your commute to work. Off you go, speeding through the streets without a care in the world, when all of a sudden, your worst nightmare sets...
1. 🪖Fend ONE Folding Helmet
A folding helmet that actually looks good.
2. 🧥Helly Hansen Hooded Rain Jacket
Stay dry in style.
3. 🧴Muc-Off Ultimate Bicycle Cleaning Kit
Keep your bike feeling brand new.
4. 👖DUER-All Weather Jeans
Waterproof cycling jeans. Seriously.
5. 🎒Rapha Reflective Backpack
A beautiful backpack that you can't miss.
