The choice of technical cycling underwear is one of the most difficult decisions a cyclist can make when it comes to cycling clothing. Being the first layer in contact with the skin, it is responsible for managing sweat and body temperature, and the most important for determining the well-being of the athlete on the bike.

Fair questions are those about the need to wear panties, boxers and briefs under cycling shorts or to wear cycling base layer during the summer, but these are topics that expert cyclists don't even question. The technical fabrics of these products are extensively tested and we have all been able to watch professional cyclists wearing technical underwear on television during the Grand Tours of the summer.

It is worth answering these and other doubts about technical cycling underwear and base layer bike jerseys, offering some advice on different summer and winter materials and presenting the best-selling BL products that you may need for the coming months. 

CYCLING BASE LAYER FOR THE SUMMER

In summer the need for fresh and breathable fabrics is directly proportional to the rise of mercury in the thermometer. Many cyclists, especially the most inexperienced ones, wonder if it is necessary to wear an undershirt when the sun beats down mercilessly. The answer is yes, for several reasons:

1. Protect from the sun

As many populations that live in areas with high temperatures teach us, the fact of wearing clothing is not an obstacle to be fresh. Technical cycling underwear serves as a barrier effect and protects against burns

2. Evacuate sweat

The technical materials used in this type of clothing are chosen for their breathability qualities. These are fine, light fabrics that wick away sweat better than the skin itself and that keep us dry, avoiding the bother of feeling wet in areas such as the back, belly or armpits.

3. Antibacterial properties

The fabrics used in cycling underwear have an antibacterial treatment that prevents the proliferation of bacteria and, therefore, bad odours.

TOP SALES IN BL CYCLING UNDERWEAR JERSEYS FOR SUMMER

The best BL undershirts praised for the quality and lightness of the fabric are the TRAMA. T-shirts with and without sleeves for cycling in light, breathable and super stretch fabric. With a mesh structure, these jerseys with seamless technology absorb sweat perfectly and dry quickly, offering total comfort on the bike.

The IRON model, also available with and without sleeves, is just as effective for the hottest days of the year. Made with a closed structure, unlike the TRAMA, it also has essential characteristics for this type of clothing such as breathability, elasticity, quick drying and minimal seams. They adhere perfectly to the body like a second skin and you can forget that you are wearing them while you train.

Maglia intimo ciclismo estate leggera IRON

Maglia intimo ciclismo traforata estate TRAMA

BEST CYCLING UNDERWEAR JERSEYS FOR WINTER

The question of whether or not to wear technical underwear is less frequent during the colder months and the theory of layers reveals itself sage in these cases.

Thermal fabrics, in addition to keeping us warm, must adequately carry out their function of evacuating sweat, keeping us dry. For this reason, it is necessary to choose breathable materials with antibacterial treatments and an adherent fitin order to prevent cold air from filtering into our clothes.

A good example is the Merino wool mix fabrics that have been introduced in the world of cycling for a few years and that have come to stay thanks to characteristics that are difficult to beat. These new materials are far from resembling the wool sweaters handmade by some idle relative and have been modernized offering the market soft, non-itchy, comfortable and antibacterial fabrics that prevent bad odors.

Our CONNERY collection in dark blue, which includes a short sleeve, long sleeve y long sleeve with high collar and zip, has been designed around this fine, soft and breathable fabric thanks to its combination with polyamide fibre. A product highly appreciated by customers, which has received numerous positive reviews for its warmth and thermal insulation.

WHY DON'T CYCLISTS WEAR UNDERWEAR?

For those who start cycling it may seem strange not only the use of these super tight shorts and chamois, but also the fact of not wearing underpants or panties. But the reality is that it is much more comfortable to wear them without anything underneath, either to avoid chafing, irritation and discomfort, than because it is aesthetically unattractive to see these folds that form below the cycling shorts.

In addition, pads are a very well studied product, with antibacterial treatments that effectively wick away sweat and moisture, preventing bacterial proliferation and bad odour, something for which our underwear is not prepared.

In short, wearing underwear under the bib shorts is not a good idea. If you are used to wearing baggy shorts for mtb, choose boxers with padding like the SEGRETO S2 in seamless fabric and BERENIS padding with gel for any type of off-road adventure.

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