Guest Post by Marley Blonsky (shared with WK in 2019) Instagram: @Marley Blonsky Website: https://www.marleyblonsky.com Marley Blonsky in the MFF Summerweight Jersey and MVP Pant I’ve been riding bikes long distances since 2014 but I’m not a traditional cyclist. I’m a fat woman with large breasts – I wear a size 18/20 in shirts, a 20 in... Continue Reading →
11 best summer cycling jerseys for women that are cool and comfortable – Independent.co.uk
We’ve tested some of the very best women’s cycling jerseys that are perfect for summer. From laps around Richmond Park and cinnamon “bun runs” to Windsor (if you know, you know) and sunny cycling adventures in the New Forest, we’ve tested each short-sleeve jersey, taking into account the fabrics, fit and print. Finish reading the... Continue Reading →
How the women at Peppermint Cycling Co. design kit specifically for female cyclists
Unlike many cycling apparel brands, the Quebec-based company hasn’t simply added a women’s range to their standard offering—the pieces are designed from the ground up to fit the diverse body types of women taking on cycling adventures. Keep reading the interview here: https://cyclingmagazine.ca/sections/feature/peppermint-cycling-design/
The Domestique Critique: Fat Lass at the Back Fearless Fabulous Female Cycling Jersey
Fat Lass at the Back is making a second return to WomensKit...because it's that darn good. This time Josie has tested the Fearless Fabulous Female jersey in a 38 inch bust size and this is her full report. The fabric of the FFF jersey feels soft and thin. It was very breathable while riding and we... Continue Reading →
The Domestique Critique – Victory Chimp Face Mask
I must start by quickly acknowledging my persistent disbelief that, on WomensKit, I am about to review a face mask. However, for a killer coronavirus that requires face masks to be a continued part of my kit, I think it best to accept this new accessory as a wise decision and a respectful tool to... Continue Reading →
The Domestique Critique: Yellow Gear Bibi Jersey
Hello? Spring? Are you there? It's me, WomensKit. It's been a rough winter for many of us in the Northern Hemisphere, and just when you see a peek of spring, you're hit with more rain or snow. But it has to come soon, so get ready and get shopping! It's exhausting to dress in layer... Continue Reading →
The Domestique Critique: RedWhite The Bib UPDATED REVIEW
In June, I reviewed a pair of bibshorts from RedWhite that I purchased myself. I liked them but found a few things like fit and chamois to be less than I expected. I also wrote about how responsive the brand's found, Yuva, was when I emailed and asked about sizing. I was between a Medium... Continue Reading →
The Domestique Critique: Performance Ultra Jersey & Bib Shorts
If you have a preconceived notion of what "bike shop kit" is, then this review is for you. If you are looking for a reasonable kit from an accessible shop, then this review is for you. If you turn your nose down at anything from a major retailer, then this review is for you.... Continue Reading →
The Domestique Critique: RedWhite The BIB
RedWhite is an anomaly in the cycling clothing industry - they only focus on bibshorts. Specifically, endurance bibshorts. The bibshorts are designed with long rides of 4 to 5 hours or more in mind. RedWhite was started in 2014 by two men based in Singapore so it took them awhile to develop a women's short,... Continue Reading →
Buy Now, Ship Later. Are Pre-Orders a Scam or Smart Business?
pre·or·der priˈôrdər/ verb order (an item of merchandise) before it is available, with the understanding that it will be shipped later. noun an order for an item that has not yet been made commercially available. It seems like a good chunk of the kit I post is available only by pre-order. It can feel like... Continue Reading →