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: IRIS Catch-up Jersey and Signature Bib Short II
IRIS Catch-Up Jersey and Signature Bib Shorts II in Cinnamon As cyclists, we all got hit pretty hard with quarantine in 2020. I started the new year relaunching WomensKit after maternity leave and was very excited to test ride the IRIS kit for a review. Then lockdown happened, and it was unsafe (and at times,... Continue Reading →
The Domestique Critique – Rivelo Woodvale Jersey and Fernhurst Bib Shorts
by Jacquelyn Herbert That blue is as pretty as the summer sky. It's the first thing you think when you open your package from Rivelo. If you've never heard of this UK-based brand, you're not alone. Rivelo is still a boutique brand, a quiet overachiever with a distinguished style that is understated yet refined, but... Continue Reading →
The Domestique Critique – Tirade Cycling Wear Red Ass Mandrill Jersey and The Bibs
by Jacquelyn Herbert There is no truer story of a small company than turning your passion and love into a product you can share with others who share your passion. That's the story behind Tirade. It all started on a hot August day in the state of Texas, USA. For those who have never traveled... Continue Reading →
Pretty Damned Fast Interviews Peppermint Cycling (Canada)
Written by: Lori Nedescu @CadenceKitchen I remember when I bought my first pair of cycling shorts. I hesitantly picked them off the bike shop wall and bought them. The shop only had two types so I picked the pricier pair at $45, which seemed like a hefty amount for spandex shorts (not bibs!) tha Source:... 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 →
How to Avoid Kit Buyer’s Regret
Holiday time is the best time of the year. The indulgences are a-plenty - food, gifts, travel - but my favorite indulgence of all? SHOPPING. All the sales! The discounts! The freebies! I love starting the new year with new kit. But by the time I can afford to splurge (on sale, of course!) the... Continue Reading →