Rule XIV chose to start their focus with the most critical part of your ride apparel - the bibshort. Deriving their name from the tongue-in-cheek Velominati Rule #14, "Shorts should be black," Rule XIV set out to design premium bibshorts that break the rules, but always keep you in black. Rule XIV has their own... Continue Reading →
The Domestique Critique: Femme Velo Ascend Jersey and Randonneur Bib Shorts
Femme Velo is more than cycling clothing. They are a brand, yes, but a community, a club, and truly an inspiration for getting more women to ride. Designing cycling kit for women is a natural extension for the woman/bicycle concept. Dressing for a bike ride is part of the identity of a cyclist, and... Continue Reading →
The Domestique Critique: Velocio Ultralight Jersey
Less is more when it comes to Velocio's Ultralight Jersey. Ultra-minimal, ultra-breathable, and ultra-light describe this Celestial offering from Velocio. I purchased this jersey at a summer sale and walked out of the store feeling pretty lucky that I landed a good deal on a coveted item this season. I have praised Velocio's color palette... Continue Reading →
The Domestique Critique: Art of Endurance
Art of Endurance is yet another Australian kit brand with unique designs to offer women. I mean, I'm starting to get jealous I don't live in Australia. I feel like everyone there is the most well-dressed cyclist on the planet. Art of Endurance can help you stand out even more. I had the chance to... Continue Reading →
The Domestique Critique: Velobici Premgripp Sock
I've had the great joy of riding in these socks for several months, over short rides and long, on the trainer and on the road. I'm stuck thinking of too many ways to introduce and explain these magical foot tubes to you, so instead I will let Velobici do the introduction. If you are skeptical reading... Continue Reading →
The Domestique Critique: Svelte Heritage Jersey
Flash sale? I'M IN. Finally bought this jersey that I was coveting for months. It's a gorgeous jersey that has well thought out details and is perfect for mild days outside. The Heritage jersey is Svelte's flagship product, designed as both stylish and functional for any kind of riding. I purchased the Heritage jersey in Green... Continue Reading →
The Domestique Critique: Primal Obsidian Prisma Bibshort
Primal offers their kit options in a wide range of sizes, with a comfortable fit and a flattering matte sheen to the Lycra, the Obsidian Prisma bibshorts definitely look like a good value. And for the most part they really are, but with a few tweaks they could be even better. The first thing you... Continue Reading →
The Domestique Critique: Primal – Rain-Boa, Emery Rambler Jerseys
Primal Wear is really moving up in the design department, with bold colors and performance-driven materials. Available in a wide range of sizes, Primal offers a comfortable fit at a great price for the recreational cyclist. Primal's focus is on inclusivity - women of all shapes and sizes, with all types of cycling skill levels,... 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 →