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Cycling culottes for all temperatures and climates, with fabrics and chamois of all qualities and ranges.

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Cycling culottes for all temperatures and climates, with fabrics and chamois of all qualities and ranges.

Cycling shorts

Cycling shorts are the cycling clothing items to which we must give the most importance, since they are the ones we sit on to ride a bicycle. Cycling shorts must be made of breathable fabrics and have a perfect fit to the body that avoids wrinkles, also another of the important characteristics that cycling shorts must have is that they must be made of elastic fabrics with flat seams, in order to prevent are marked on the body over the hours, these elastic fabrics with which cycling shorts are made are indicated for intense use and provide great durability. Good cycling shorts must have quality, seamless gel pads that provide great comfort on our bike routes. There are great brands like Castelli cycling shorts, kavant cycling shorts, mavic cycling shorts or spiuk cycling shorts.

Men's cycling shorts

The men's cycling shorts are cycling shorts that can be used by any user, since they are considered unisex, despite having specific women's cycling shorts for them, but the men's cycling shorts are normally used for both profiles. All cyclists know the importance of having a good men's cycling shorts in our cycling wardrobe, since they are very specific cycling garments responsible for providing us with great comfort on our bicycle routes. The most representative material in the manufacture of men's cycling shorts is lycra, which depends on its quality, it will be a men's cycling shorts of a greater or lesser range. There are brands that manufacture with great quality, such as Castelli men's cycling shorts, Kavant men's cycling shorts or spiuk men's cycling shorts, ASSOS men's cycling shorts, brands with very high quality standards.

Women's cycling shorts

The women's cycling shorts are made with special measurements and patterns that adapt to women, on one of the parts of the women's cycling shorts that can be noticed the greatest difference compared to conventional cycling shorts is the chamois, since in the cycling shorts women the chamois has a different shape that adapts better to women. You can buy women's cycling shorts at the best price in our bike shops or online bike shop.

Cycling shorts

A cycling short is characterized by reaching mid-thigh or above the knee. The cycling shorts are made of breathable fabrics that prevent excessive sweating, avoiding the sensation of heat. There are cycling shorts models that have compressive fabrics that delay muscle fatigue thanks to their circulation compression, such as the Castelli cycling shorts or the ASSOS cycling shorts that have high-performance cycling shorts models.

Winter cycling shorts

The winter cycling shorts are made of thermal fabrics that prevent the cold from entering our legs, not all winter cycling shorts are made with the same type of fabric since brands such as Castelli or ASSOS or Kavant manufacture winter cycling shorts with Gore-Tex fabric that prevents extreme cold and gives us warmth on our bike routes. You can find this type of winter cycling shorts in our bike shop or online cycling shop.

CULOTTES

Every time we ride a bicycle there are three fundamental points of contact that our body exerts on it: the feet, the buttocks or buttocks, and finally our hands. Of all of them, the buttocks are the ones that support most of our body weight, and fundamentally for this reason the shorts, and especially the chamois, are the most important garment for the comfort of a cyclist.

Along with the jersey, the bib shorts are the cyclist's garment par excellence, whether you are a professional or an occasional cyclist, so we can find countless bib shorts, at different prices and made with various materials and technologies, depending on the use we are going to make of them. to give.

 

Is cycling shorts important?

The important thing is to find the shorts that best suit your needs, as this will become one of our best allies, thus avoiding discomfort and pain that could occur from not wearing the right clothes every time we ride a bike.

Wearing good cycling shorts is essential if you want to stay in the saddle for a reasonable amount of time and not suffer from numbness caused by your own weight. For this reason, in the culottes, under the perianal area, the chamois is placed, an anatomical padded cushion specially designed to absorb vibrations, shocks and reduce friction between pedaling the saddle and the appearance of an ischial tuberosity, bone swelling of the ischium (lower part of the coxal bone). When an individual sits down, body weight often falls on the ischial tuberosity and can cause this inflammation, hence the importance of protecting it when we ride our bike, especially as is logical, when the more time we spend on it.

Its use is also essential for us since it is essential to protect the two coxal bones of the pelvis itself when we ride a bike, since they generally support the entire weight of our body in contact with the saddle, and above all they also protect something as delicate as the pudendal nerve. This is a nerve that is located in the pelvic region and when it is damaged or inflamed it can produce severe acute pain along its entire length, what we call neuropathy of the pudendal nerve and what we recommend knowing only hearsay

All of them are compelling enough reasons since they could even have consequences on our health, to keep this entire pelvic area well protected with a good shorts, and hence the importance of a good chamois as well. Although we could associate the use of cycling shorts with an intense or professional practice of cycling, or with style issues, its use is very important to protect this entire perianal area and, in turn, totally necessary. The chamois must maintain correct cushioning during the entire cycling session, keeping in mind that the thickest or softest chamois do not necessarily have to be the most comfortable.

The quality of the chamois and the breathability of the fabric must be decisive in the choice of cycling shorts.

 

Characteristics that we must know when choosing a cycling shorts

The culotte, as we already know, is a fundamental garment in the practice of cycling, it is in charge of providing us with comfort and safety on our bike, and that is why we must pay close attention when purchasing one. One of the first things we think about when choosing our cycling shorts is the color and design, however, there are other characteristics that we must prioritize so that this garment adapts perfectly to our body and needs.

That is why we will first help you to find out about their composition, typologies or we will talk about their main characteristics, so that we can choose between the one that has the most suitable chamois, that is made of the most flexible and breathable fabric, that is our size and is comfortable, or has the length that is closest to our preferences.

 

shorts length

The culottes can be found with three types of cuts; They can be long, short or pirate culottes. The choice of one or the other will depend above all on the temperature or the time of year that we are going to use it, but even more, on the preferences of the cyclist. There are cyclists who always wear shorts despite the fact that the temperature is very low, although it is usual to use a short one in summer and a long one in winter.

Regarding the long culottes for winter, we must bear in mind that they must be tight until the end of the leg, without leaving too much or that later on our bike it falls short. Once we take this into account, we must know that there are winter shorts that are thicker or warmer for somewhat more extreme temperatures, or on the contrary, for slightly more flexible climates or bearable. The thicker and therefore warmer winter shorts are usually finished off with a small zipper that makes it easier for us to put them on or take them off more easily with a perfect fit, and without movement while pedaling. On the other hand, the more flexible, but less warm long shorts, end with a rubber strap at the foot, to hold it as tight and secure as possible.

 

Knitting

The fabric with which the culotte is made is decisive in the sensation of comfort that it will produce when using it. It must be made of elastic and at the same time resistant fabrics, which allow the shorts to be adjusted but not tight, and that they do not deform with use.

It is also important to make sure that they are breathable fabrics, to allow good air circulation and the correct evacuation of sweat, which will allow us to feel more comfortable for longer and therefore we can increase our performance on the bike. The fabric and composition of a culotte is also usually related to temperature, which is why in the market we will be able to find specific fabrics for summer, winter or mid-season.

The fabric must be made up of as few seams as possible and with good adjustment points at the end of the leg. What is recommended for those users who usually opt for shorts is that the leg covers the entire thigh, since the compression, normally light, that it exerts has a vasodilator effect that favors muscle recovery while we exercise. The systems that we find to tighten the shorts at the end of the thigh without moving, such as rubber bands or silicone inserts, must fix the garment to the skin without strangling the muscle or digging in, we must feel comfortable with the movement.

In short, a good bib shorts must be made with materials that allow proper perspiration of the leg and crotch muscles, in order to avoid the accumulation of sweat, but also that they are fixed and adapt to the movement of pedaling. without slipping.

 

Sheepskin

The chamois, as we already know, is without a doubt the most important part of the shorts, because it will be the one that supports the entire weight of our body and because it will be the one we are going to ride on seated. It is essential when choosing between one or the other, that we know that there are different types of chamois, and the differences between them. These could be classified according to different characteristics: according to size, according to sex, according to quality, or according to technology. However, we are going to talk about the density or quality with which they are manufactured, without forgetting that there are also homogeneous constructions or made with different densities.

Low density sweatbands;

They are usually the simplest and we usually find them in the lowest range shorts, therefore we can say that they are the cheapest. Its use can be optimal as long as our outings do not go beyond 2 hours or it is not something routine, but we can be sure that we will feel the discomfort of the indicated quality. Low-density chamois are usually indicated for areas with little impact.

High-density chamois;

In terms of quality, they would be higher than the previous ones, however, as also happens with the latter, their use is not recommended if we are going to spend many hours on our bicycle. The difference with respect to the low-density ones is that the higher-density ones can be more comfortable, but as we already said, they are not quite the most recommended by the most expert cyclists. These high-density pads, on the other hand, are for areas that suffer a greater impact.

Gel Chamois;

The latter are undoubtedly the best quality that we can find in the cycling market. They really fulfill the function of cushioning very well and are also quite durable. However, they have a weak point in that they dissipate the heat produced by our body poorly. Gel chamois are found above all in medium and high quality garments.

Carbon Sheaths;

There are chamois that have carbon microfiber grafts. These pads are highly recommended for those looking for good heat dispersion and reduced friction.

Silicone Chamois;

Silicone chamois are generally used for water-repellent treatments (in this case they prevent moisture) or to reinforce some parts of the chamois that need extra cushioning. They could also be included in the gel category.

 

In short, the highest quality pads are gel pads with breathable fabrics. They are undoubtedly the most comfortable and the most recommended for spending many hours on the bike. But obviously the better the quality of the chamois, the higher the price of the shorts. In fact, a top of the range shorts can even reach €200 in price.

 

Suspenders

The straps must have the appropriate width, since the narrow ones tend to dig deeper into our skin, with the discomfort that this entails and the marks it leaves. Its use that covers the back, will offer us greater support and provide a better fit. Although it may seem that this accessory could offer us more heat in summer, if we opt for elastic mesh straps, or very breathable fabric, we will not have that problem and, however, we will be more comfortable than if we did not have them incorporated.

 

Size

In relation to size, it is convenient to distinguish between whether you are a boy or a girl, since there are models of culottes designed for each sex, with different characteristics.

Although the general keys to choosing our shorts (pad size, type of stitching, composition and design, size, etc.) are the same, women cyclists should look for a specific one for them. You have to make sure that the chamois in this case is somewhat wider to adapt to your morphology, just as it must have a different shape since the protection that your genital area requires is different. Even the straps must be taken into account that they must have a specific design for them, generally crossed in front, to avoid possible discomfort with the breasts.

Once this is taken into account, we will proceed to take action. It is important that we look at the waist contour, calculating it with a tape measure and without contracting or expanding the abdominal muscles excessively. We must also measure the inside of the leg, that is, the length from the groin to the heel.

In any case, we always recommend consulting the size guide that each manufacturer makes available to the user, since it may vary a little from one brand to another.

 

Design

Finally we want to highlight the design of the shorts. If you have taken into account all the previous characteristics that we have indicated, you will only have to choose the color and design that best suits your preferences and style. The different brands offer a wide variety of designs and colors, whether it is a summer or winter shorts.

Do not buy it just because you like it, although it is important that it is to your liking and that you enjoy it. All the senses count for you to enjoy on the bike!!

 

 

The shorts is one of the accessories or complements in which it is not worth sparing the budget. Our comfort depends on it, in fact, it is a differentiating factor and we can already have the best bike in the world, that if our shorts are not the right one and of quality, the routes will be hell. That is why once we know about the characteristics and different types of shorts, we would like to end by pointing out a series of tips and guidelines, which will make us definitely opt for one or the other model.

 

recommendations

Budget: When we go to renew the material, or if we enter the world of cycling for the first time, both mountain and road, it is best that we reserve a significant part of the budget for the purchase of our bib shorts. It is a decisive garment, and it is better that we buy a good one with a quality pad, even if we later have to lower the price of the jersey, for example, than that we buy the first thing we find for little money and then the dreaded chafing or It slips or moves during our journey, which will be, as we can imagine, the most uncomfortable.

The prices of the culottes can range between 50 and 200 euros. In this aspect, it will be between €70 and €90 when we are normally looking at a mid-range bib shorts, and where you will find a wide range of quality products for your occasional outings. Special care must be taken as with other garments we have pointed out on other occasions, with replicas or imitations, since the fabrics of these will not have the necessary breathability properties, and therefore the material used will undoubtedly be of low quality.

 

According to gender: We must emphasize again that one or another type of shorts does not matter because we liked the design of one or the other more, since as we have mentioned, they are not unisex garments. We must take into account the difference that exists in the composition between both models, such as the straps, the protection of the genital area, etc. In the design of a short, a correct fit to our body must prevail, which will be different depending on whether it is one type of sex or another, especially so that it does not move when pedaling and does not cause friction in sensitive areas.

 

The chamois: It is very important that it is of quality and that it conforms to certain parameters. A thicker padding of the chamois does not have to be better, in fact it is usually worse, since it will give more heat and tend to accumulate more sweat. The development of new foam compounds and the inclusion of new materials such as gel, allow less and less bulky chamois to be made. The differential factor in a chamois is the density of the foam, the inclusion of other components (such as viscoelastic silicone, active carbon, etc.). Its shape must be suitable for our morphology. In reality, we will not know this aspect until we have tried it, but it is true that we can follow a guide to know if we will succeed or not with it. An excessively narrow chamois will cause us to be left without protection in our support areas, while if it is too wide it will cause friction and discomfort when pedaling.

When putting it on, we must check that the area with the most padding is right at the height of the sit bones and that, in front, it has the right shape to protect the perineum and genitals without being excessive. The important thing is to identify the pressure zones and know if it will protect us in them. The test is carried out, as far as possible, in the saddle or in your usual position on the bicycle and not standing. Otherwise, you will likely find the straps too short, the tights too wide due to the creases at the hips, and the chamois placed in a way that does not protect us properly. If you lean, everything will take the correct position and you will almost certainly hit.

The chamois is also in charge of protecting such a delicate area from bacteria, which is why most quality chamois have an antibacterial treatment and are hypoallergenic, otherwise it will be an aspect that we should keep in mind.

Finishes and cuts/seams: The anti-rise rubbers must be of quality and must not contract the thigh to the point of cutting off the circulation of the leg. Most of the cycling shorts use silicone strips or areas of about 4 cm of greater compression with the fabric itself.

Regarding the quality of the cuts and seams, we must specifically check how the chamois has been sewn to the shorts. A low-quality short, with the chamois sewn in any way, will end up causing friction again, in addition to the fact that the threads will come loose immediately due to the constant movement of pedaling. The best thing is that the seams do not protrude at all and that if we pass our hand we do not notice them and the touch is soft.

 

Colour: The colors of the shorts are also important, although it seems more a matter of taste. Normally, rather light colors are recommended for warm and sunny periods, and rather dark ones for the cooler hours and when facing complicated terrain. Without forgetting that bright or reflective colors are currently recommended for greater safety against other vehicles on the roads, regardless of the temperatures, or specific times of the day when we go out on the road.

 

Suspenders: another good piece of advice is that preferably, as far as possible, we always choose shorts with suspenders, and not just waist shorts, whether for winter or summer, as we will have better support and adaptation to our body.

 

To finish, we did not want to end in another way than responding to one of the great concerns that any cyclist can have when using a bib short for the first time;

 

Do you or do you not wear underwear with a pair of shorts?

This question is common among new cyclists, and the answer is never.

The technical characteristics of the shorts, both in the chamois and in the fabric, have been designed for direct contact with the skin as a first layer. As we have seen, quality chamois have a series of specific treatments to protect the genital area and therefore there is no need to wear an extra layer of clothing. In fact, the least we can achieve if we wear underwear underneath is again, some terrible chafing caused by these garments, in addition to the opposite effect to what we are looking for, especially if we wear cotton clothes, which will make us sweat much more than usual, will not evacuate the humidity and we will end up with a wet area, uncomfortable, and with a greater presence of bacteria than if we only use a quality shorts.

 

The main objective of the cycling shorts is to absorb and evacuate perspiration from the thighs in the "crotch" to the outside and keep the body dry, so it will not be necessary for us to have any other type of garment that complements it, only remember that;

The quality of the chamois and the breathability of the fabric must be decisive when choosing our cycling shorts.

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