Cyclists who train a lot in autumn and winter need a sophisticated protection system for their legs to keep them warm and dry on cold, wet days. When considering what to wear or buy, it is important to consider your personal perception of cold and how long and how intensively you want to ride your bike in what weather. If you are guaranteed not to leave the house in wet or cold weather, you don't need to worry too much about waterproof clothing or accessories; and your wardrobe needs to be put together differently for dry cold weather in winter than for drizzle in mild late autumn.
Utensils such as arm and knee warmers, which you carry in your jersey pocket throughout the summer, are not necessarily suitable companions through autumn and winter: They should keep your knees warm on summer mountain pass descents or help you survive a short thunder shower. However, their protective function is not enough against hours of wet and cold weather. In such cases, you need clothing that keeps you warm and dry, is comfortable and fits perfectly without pinching.
You can find these TOUR recommendations in the PDF download below:
- For late autumn: knee warmers and leg warmers from Assos, Löffler, Rapha
- For women: Cycling shorts with straps, with waistband, with opening from Paul Lange, X-Bionic
- For the transition period: trousers from Gonso, Santini
- For the winter cold: trousers from Specialized, Gore Bike Wear, Mavic, Rapha, Loefller
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