Great to come across a new brand that truly celebrates women! ...‘I felt strongly about creating a brand which celebrated female bikers and gave them clothing that looked good, felt good and performed really well" ..."What I discovered however was a distinct lack of nicely designed female specific kit. I felt the products available were... Continue Reading →
Sockturday: Victory Chimp
Victory Chimp is a really fun company. Socks, accessories, cycling art, and a jersey thrown in there - all with the tongue-in-cheek humor of the pursuit of this perfect cycling being. They even made little chimp (Chimp Jr.) cycling caps! I look forward to sporting a pair on my feet soon and I hope you do, too.... Continue Reading →
Meet Siobhan Dolan: The woman behind the “womenskit” Instagram account | Ella
I started this project with a goal to find myself some sweet-ass kit that *actually* fit me. I've ended up growing to 2K+ followers with lots of inspiration and community and support. And calls for more! Now I'm ready to stand behind it...or in front of it for the purposes of this interview 🙂 Instagram... Continue Reading →
Sockturday: Sokhyte
Oh those Aussies, another brand coming out of that country and changing the style of cycling everywhere. Introducing Sokhyte from Melbourne, a brand of "tall" cycling sock influenced by their Dutch roots. This first collection, featured in this interview, is called The Business. But keep a close eye on their website and Instagram for the... Continue Reading →
Sockturday: Versus
Versus is a sock you MUST have in your drawer. The guys are so fun and cool to chat with and their interview below shows it. It's the right balance between technical and fun, much like you like your own cycling life. And best of all, they are the first to note the sizing difference... Continue Reading →
How Machines for Freedom was born from frustration…
I wish I had the woman-power of CyclingTips and Total Women's Cycling to bring you stories like this one first-hand but alas, I'm a one-woman show over here. So thanks to sites like these for being excellent resources. This story developed because CyclingTips is now selling Machines for Freedom in their Emporium. A Southern California... Continue Reading →
Sockturday: The Wonderful Socks
The Wonderful Socks. What a great name, don't you think? Every single Wonderful Sock tells a story inspired by the achievements of great sportspeople, whether a race or a single extraordinary sporting event. ‘Bubba’ is a tribute to Forrest Gump’s epic run across the USA. ‘Arenberg’ is a celebration of the Paris-Roubaix race, also known... Continue Reading →
The Velocio Story
I had the lucky chance to ride and chat with Kristy Srcymgeour during Velocio's USA tour and I fell even harder for the line that brings top quality kit to women. I will be reviewing a jersey from the summer '16 line soon, but until then enjoy this Cycling Tips piece on the story behind... Continue Reading →
Sockturday: Sock Guy
Well, you can't get much more ubiquitous than Sock Guy. They are hands-down my favorite brand. Every single pair fits perfectly, washes well, holds up, and looks sharp. They have numerous original and collaborations that offer a broad range of design and color for endless days of #sockdoping. They care about what they make for... Continue Reading →
Sockturday: Ursa Minor
I first noticed this brand around the time of the tragic Orlando club shooting in the States. They had a wonderful message of positivity and love and just so happened to have a rainbow sock for purchase to show support for LGBT communities everywhere. But that's not all they are. They are exploration-positive, outdoor-positive and... Continue Reading →