Assos Women's UMA GT Half Shorts C2 (long)If you prefer the flexibility and convenience of cycling in waist shorts but still want the finest level of performance, the Assos Women's UMA GT Half Shorts C2 (long) are a top pick. the extra leg length also adds extra thigh coverage.It may seem an easy task to make waist cycling shorts, and yes it's easy to make ok ones, but far harder to make great ones that don't pinch or add pressure. And you can rely on Assos to make great ones.With the absence of bib straps to give support, Assos created their zeroPressure waist design, with comfort and flexibility at its core. The sides and back provide the firm fit needed for a non-slip fit. While across the belly a flexible panel allows for low riding positions and the deep breathing of harder efforts. You'll also find a highly breathable mesh waistband extending upwards, ensuring there are no revealing gaps between your shorts and jersey.Endurance Fit and FeelWith a focus on long training rides, endurance events, indoor training, and everyday cycling comfort, Assos chose to use their Type.429 fabric for the UMA GTs. This highly functional fabric delivers a snug flexible fit to ensure you slip through the air with ease.It's also highly breathable, perfect for high summer rides and durable to resist the abuse of countless kilometres on the saddle. And with light compression, helps push back fatigue as your rides get longer, matching the longer days of summer.Assos AEPD (Advanced Ergonomic Pattern Design) Regular Fit Finding the perfect harmony of long-ride comfort and smooth, flexible fit, the Assos AEPD Regular Fit is based upon Assos' race models but it's more accommodating of different shapes and sizes.The comfort also extends to the leg grippers. 3.5mm in depth and using LYCRA® with woven silicone grip, they provide a secure non-bulge fit while giving a smooth and uninterrupted transition from shorts to skin.Women's UMA GT C2 InsertWith 9mm of cushioning and the 'floating' design of goldenGate location to move the pad with your body not against you, the Women's UMA GT C2 pad is intensely comfortable, supportive and shock-absorbing. Compressive foam layers provide endurance-focused support on the saddle.The 3D Waffle design uses a three-layer construction, with perforated foams to enhance breathability and airflow. Thermoformed shaping reduces ridges and irritation while the odour-resistant top sheet maintains freshness.FeaturesMaterials: 81% Polyamide, 19% ElastaneType.429 fabric - flexible, breathable and durablezeroPressure Waist - high cut elastic waist that reduces sag and ensures stretch-and-returnBreathable upper waist mesh-band - extends coverage to eliminate gaps between shorts and jerseyUltralight Leg Grippers - 3.5cm gripper with LYCRA® and woven silicone treatmentC2 AEPD regularFit - Tailored for all-day comfort and a nod to smooth aerodynamicsWomen's UMA GT C2 Insert - Shock-absorbing 3-layer foam constructionLeg length: Long - 5cm longer than standardBuy Assos Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Assos Women's UMA GT Bib Shorts C2No matter what cycling you have planned, from century rides to interval training to short road races, the Assos Women's UMA GT Bib Shorts C2 deliver an unmatched level of comfort, flexibility and muscle support. The brief was quite simple. Create an all-inclusive bib short solution for daily riding. The result of Assos' meticulous attention to detail is the Women's UMA GT Bib Shorts C2. You'll also enjoy trickle-down technology from their top-tier shorts. An X-Frame bib design keeps the seat insert perfectly in place at all times. The updated AEPD (Advanced Ergonomic Pattern Design) gives a beautiful fit as you pedal. And lastly, lightly compressive fabrics offer muscle support to push back fatigue. Endurance Fit and FeelWith a focus on long training rides and endurance events, but also everyday cycling comfort, Assos chose to use their Type.429 fabric for the UMA GTs. This highly functional fabric delivers a snug flexible fit to ensure you slip through the air with ease.It's also highly breathable, perfect for high summer rides and durable to resist the abuse of countless kilometres on the saddle. And with light compression, helps push back fatigue as your rides get longer, matching the longer days of summer.Assos AEPD (Advanced Ergonomic Pattern Design) Regular Fit Finding the perfect harmony of long-ride comfort and smooth, flexible fit, the Assos AEPD Regular Fit is based upon Assos' race models but it's more accommodating of different shapes and sizes. At the waist, the more forgiving zeroPressure design also keeps the shorts beautifully in place while allowing optimal flexibility for deep breathing and low riding positions. The comfort also extends to the leg grippers. 4.5mm in depth and using LYCRA® with woven silicone grip, they provide a secure non-bulge fit while giving a smooth and uninterrupted transition from shorts to skin.Women's UMA GT C2 InsertWith 9mm of cushioning and the 'floating' design of goldenGate location to move the pad with your body not against you, the Women's UMA GT C2 pad is intensely comfortable, supportive and shock-absorbing. Compressive foam layers provide endurance-focused support on the saddle.The 3D Waffle design uses a three-layer construction, with perforated foams to enhance breathability and airflow. Thermoformed shaping reduces ridges and irritation while the odour-resistant top sheet maintains freshness.FeaturesMaterials: 80% Polyamide, 20% ElastaneType.429 fabric - flexible, breathable and durableX-frame - Limits sag on the lower back for a confident fit that stabilizes the chamois and main body panelzeroPressure Waist - elastic waist that reduces sag and ensures stretch-and-returnUltralight Leg Grippers - 4.5cm gripper with LYCRA® and woven silicone treatmentC2 AEPD regularFit - Tailored for all-day comfort and a nod to smooth aerodynamicsWomen's UMA GT C2 Insert - Shock-absorbing 3-layer foam constructionLeg length: StandardBuy Assos Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Shorty Ultimate - When good brakes aren’t good enough.Our cyclocross brake with the ultimate balance of power, control and weight. The Shorty Ultimate is available in a pre-set wide or narrow stance which allows for greater power (narrow) or increased mud clearance (wide). New for 2011: The Avid Shorty Ultimate is equipped with an in-line cable adjuster and a quick realease. It comes with standard road cartridge pads.Tech Spec : Weight : 115g (per wheel),Caliper Design : Aluminum, Available in Wide or Narrow Stance,Finish : Black, Zephyr Grey Anodized,Pad : Standard Road Cartridge Pads,Adjustment : In-Line Cable adjuster, Adjustable Pad Height,Special Features : In-Line quick Release, Open design for mud clearance,Compatibility : Road style levers.
These shorts are the result of testing and active collaborations with professional teams. With highly technical construction around the bib using bonded seams, and compressive and aerodynamic Goffrato fabric allied to an Elastic Interface Endurance 3D pad. When worn with the Passion Jersey this combination will give very contemporary look. Main advantages Compressive and highly functional Goffrato fabric. Mesh inserts positioned on the back of thighs to provide better elasticity. Elastic bibs constructed with bonded seams. Flat seams to ensure maximum comfort. Anti-slip leg grippers. Small back pocket. Elastic Interface ENDURANCE 3D pad. MAIN MATERIAL - GOFFRATO Innovative Italian fabrics Goffrato provides high elasticity and maximal muscle compression. These attributes guarantee free movement when racing or training. Composition: black: 80% Polyamid 20% Elastane 200g/m2 white/print: 80% Polyester 20% Elastan 240g/m2 Grammage: 200g/m2 ENDURANCE 3D MEN Our new revolutionary cycling pad Endurance 3D has been constructed in collaboration with the world's leading manufacturer Elastic Interface cycling pads, using the latest technologies.It provides maximum protection and incredible comfort during long and demanding rides. Degree of protection: Ultra high
Castelli Women's Free Aero RC Bib ShortsThe original Free Aero shorts launched to wide acclaim with amateurs and pros alike benefiting from their performance. The Castelli Women's Free Aero RC Bib Shorts build upon this legacy, with more performance and comfort than ever.You don't have to be a pro rider to enjoy the benefits the Women's Free Aero RC Bib Shorts offer. Whether riding for an hour or riding all day, the smooth, compressive support, premium seat pad and outstanding flexibility all offer unrivalled comfort. Less is MoreCastelli have deconstructed their previous Free shorts and started from scratch to deliver a more minimalist, but highly comfortable race short. Compared to previous iterations, there are fewer panels, now just 5 compared to 10. In combination with Castelli's high-stretch and compressive Forza 2 fabric, this gives a wonderful sense of freedom throughout your pedal stroke. Moving to the ends of the legs, this sees yet more minimalism. Instead of the usual elastic or silicone grippers, you'll find just smooth, raw cut edges. No more irritation when you're getting sweaty. After 28 prototypes and extensive material testing, Castelli have found the sweet spot, with shorts that remain in place but don't irritate or compress too much. Bib Straps When it comes to the upper body, again Castelli have sought to minimise the construction, removing bulk, boosting comfort and improving airflow.Open-weave bib straps let air in while also letting moisture evaporate away quickly. To the back, a reinforcing yoke ensures your straps remain flat and in place, while the mesh back is kept narrow, again to improve airflow to the body and prevent overheating. At the lower back, the bib forms a convenient storage pocket too. Women's Progetto X² Air Donna Seat PadThe top-end Women's Progetto X2 Air Donna Seatpad is now better than ever. Castelli has improved the shape of the back and improved the method of stitching it in place. The result is it now sits flatter and offers greater comfort. The X2 retains its awesome ventilating perforations, keeping you cooler and drier on endurance rides. The design allows air and moisture to flow directly to the surface fabric for quick evaporation maintaining dryness. A 3 layer component construction also features two densities of foam plus gel pads to provide progressive damping. A super-soft and stretchy next-to-skin layer, with an antibacterial finish, completes this premium pad. Features:Materials: 68% Polyamide, 32% ElastaneMesh: 77% Polyamide, 23% ElastaneHigh-compression 215 g Forza 2 fabric with 32% Lycra® content provides exceptional muscle support and compressionWomen's Progetto X² Air Donna seamless seat pad is soft against the skin but well padded for long-distance comfortMinimalist bib straps allow maximum airflow, while a reinforced yoke keeps the straps flat over the shouldersRear mesh pocket5-panel construction for reduced seams and less chafingStitched scorpion logo patch and embossed Castelli wordmark for durabilityReflective piping on back of legsRaw-cut edge at waist for extra stretch and comfortRaw-cut leg ending engineered to stay put without siliconegrippersSuggested Temperature range: 15 to 35 degrees CBuy Castelli Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Castelli Women's Free Aero RC Bib ShortsThe original Free Aero shorts launched to wide acclaim with amateurs and pros alike benefiting from their performance. The Castelli Women's Free Aero RC Bib Shorts build upon this legacy, with more performance and comfort than ever.You don't have to be a pro rider to enjoy the benefits the Women's Free Aero RC Bib Shorts offer. Whether riding for an hour or riding all day, the smooth, compressive support, premium seat pad and outstanding flexibility all offer unrivalled comfort. Less is MoreCastelli have deconstructed their previous Free shorts and started from scratch to deliver a more minimalist, but highly comfortable race short. Compared to previous iterations, there are fewer panels, now just 5 compared to 10. In combination with Castelli's high-stretch and compressive Forza 2 fabric, this gives a wonderful sense of freedom throughout your pedal stroke. Moving to the ends of the legs, this sees yet more minimalism. Instead of the usual elastic or silicone grippers, you'll find just smooth, raw cut edges. No more irritation when you're getting sweaty. After 28 prototypes and extensive material testing, Castelli have found the sweet spot, with shorts that remain in place but don't irritate or compress too much. Bib Straps When it comes to the upper body, again Castelli have sought to minimise the construction, removing bulk, boosting comfort and improving airflow.Open-weave bib straps let air in while also letting moisture evaporate away quickly. To the back, a reinforcing yoke ensures your straps remain flat and in place, while the mesh back is kept narrow, again to improve airflow to the body and prevent overheating. At the lower back, the bib forms a convenient storage pocket too. Women's Progetto X² Air Donna Seat PadThe top-end Women's Progetto X2 Air Donna Seatpad is now better than ever. Castelli has improved the shape of the back and improved the method of stitching it in place. The result is it now sits flatter and offers greater comfort. The X2 retains its awesome ventilating perforations, keeping you cooler and drier on endurance rides. The design allows air and moisture to flow directly to the surface fabric for quick evaporation maintaining dryness. A 3 layer component construction also features two densities of foam plus gel pads to provide progressive damping. A super-soft and stretchy next-to-skin layer, with an antibacterial finish, completes this premium pad. Features:Materials: 68% Polyamide, 32% ElastaneMesh: 77% Polyamide, 23% ElastaneHigh-compression 215 g Forza 2 fabric with 32% Lycra® content provides exceptional muscle support and compressionWomen's Progetto X² Air Donna seamless seat pad is soft against the skin but well padded for long-distance comfortMinimalist bib straps allow maximum airflow, while a reinforced yoke keeps the straps flat over the shouldersRear mesh pocket5-panel construction for reduced seams and less chafingStitched scorpion logo patch and embossed Castelli wordmark for durabilityReflective piping on back of legsRaw-cut edge at waist for extra stretch and comfortRaw-cut leg ending engineered to stay put without siliconegrippersSuggested Temperature range: 15 to 35 degrees CBuy Castelli Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Castelli Women's Free Aero RC Bib ShortsThe original Free Aero shorts launched to wide acclaim with amateurs and pros alike benefiting from their performance. The Castelli Women's Free Aero RC Bib Shorts build upon this legacy, with more performance and comfort than ever.You don't have to be a pro rider to enjoy the benefits the Women's Free Aero RC Bib Shorts offer. Whether riding for an hour or riding all day, the smooth, compressive support, premium seat pad and outstanding flexibility all offer unrivalled comfort. Less is MoreCastelli have deconstructed their previous Free shorts and started from scratch to deliver a more minimalist, but highly comfortable race short. Compared to previous iterations, there are fewer panels, now just 5 compared to 10. In combination with Castelli's high-stretch and compressive Forza 2 fabric, this gives a wonderful sense of freedom throughout your pedal stroke. Moving to the ends of the legs, this sees yet more minimalism. Instead of the usual elastic or silicone grippers, you'll find just smooth, raw cut edges. No more irritation when you're getting sweaty. After 28 prototypes and extensive material testing, Castelli have found the sweet spot, with shorts that remain in place but don't irritate or compress too much. Bib Straps When it comes to the upper body, again Castelli have sought to minimise the construction, removing bulk, boosting comfort and improving airflow.Open-weave bib straps let air in while also letting moisture evaporate away quickly. To the back, a reinforcing yoke ensures your straps remain flat and in place, while the mesh back is kept narrow, again to improve airflow to the body and prevent overheating. At the lower back, the bib forms a convenient storage pocket too. Women's Progetto X² Air Donna Seat PadThe top-end Women's Progetto X2 Air Donna Seatpad is now better than ever. Castelli has improved the shape of the back and improved the method of stitching it in place. The result is it now sits flatter and offers greater comfort. The X2 retains its awesome ventilating perforations, keeping you cooler and drier on endurance rides. The design allows air and moisture to flow directly to the surface fabric for quick evaporation maintaining dryness. A 3 layer component construction also features two densities of foam plus gel pads to provide progressive damping. A super-soft and stretchy next-to-skin layer, with an antibacterial finish, completes this premium pad. Features:Materials: 68% Polyamide, 32% ElastaneMesh: 77% Polyamide, 23% ElastaneHigh-compression 215 g Forza 2 fabric with 32% Lycra® content provides exceptional muscle support and compressionWomen's Progetto X² Air Donna seamless seat pad is soft against the skin but well padded for long-distance comfortMinimalist bib straps allow maximum airflow, while a reinforced yoke keeps the straps flat over the shouldersRear mesh pocket5-panel construction for reduced seams and less chafingStitched scorpion logo patch and embossed Castelli wordmark for durabilityReflective piping on back of legsRaw-cut edge at waist for extra stretch and comfortRaw-cut leg ending engineered to stay put without siliconegrippersSuggested Temperature range: 15 to 35 degrees CBuy Castelli Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Castelli Women's Free Aero RC Bib ShortsThe original Free Aero shorts launched to wide acclaim with amateurs and pros alike benefiting from their performance. The Castelli Women's Free Aero RC Bib Shorts build upon this legacy, with more performance and comfort than ever.You don't have to be a pro rider to enjoy the benefits the Women's Free Aero RC Bib Shorts offer. Whether riding for an hour or riding all day, the smooth, compressive support, premium seat pad and outstanding flexibility all offer unrivalled comfort. Less is MoreCastelli have deconstructed their previous Free shorts and started from scratch to deliver a more minimalist, but highly comfortable race short. Compared to previous iterations, there are fewer panels, now just 5 compared to 10. In combination with Castelli's high-stretch and compressive Forza 2 fabric, this gives a wonderful sense of freedom throughout your pedal stroke. Moving to the ends of the legs, this sees yet more minimalism. Instead of the usual elastic or silicone grippers, you'll find just smooth, raw cut edges. No more irritation when you're getting sweaty. After 28 prototypes and extensive material testing, Castelli have found the sweet spot, with shorts that remain in place but don't irritate or compress too much. Bib Straps When it comes to the upper body, again Castelli have sought to minimise the construction, removing bulk, boosting comfort and improving airflow.Open-weave bib straps let air in while also letting moisture evaporate away quickly. To the back, a reinforcing yoke ensures your straps remain flat and in place, while the mesh back is kept narrow, again to improve airflow to the body and prevent overheating. At the lower back, the bib forms a convenient storage pocket too. Women's Progetto X² Air Donna Seat PadThe top-end Women's Progetto X2 Air Donna Seatpad is now better than ever. Castelli has improved the shape of the back and improved the method of stitching it in place. The result is it now sits flatter and offers greater comfort. The X2 retains its awesome ventilating perforations, keeping you cooler and drier on endurance rides. The design allows air and moisture to flow directly to the surface fabric for quick evaporation maintaining dryness. A 3 layer component construction also features two densities of foam plus gel pads to provide progressive damping. A super-soft and stretchy next-to-skin layer, with an antibacterial finish, completes this premium pad. Features:Materials: 68% Polyamide, 32% ElastaneMesh: 77% Polyamide, 23% ElastaneHigh-compression 215 g Forza 2 fabric with 32% Lycra® content provides exceptional muscle support and compressionWomen's Progetto X² Air Donna seamless seat pad is soft against the skin but well padded for long-distance comfortMinimalist bib straps allow maximum airflow, while a reinforced yoke keeps the straps flat over the shouldersRear mesh pocket5-panel construction for reduced seams and less chafingStitched scorpion logo patch and embossed Castelli wordmark for durabilityReflective piping on back of legsRaw-cut edge at waist for extra stretch and comfortRaw-cut leg ending engineered to stay put without siliconegrippersSuggested Temperature range: 15 to 35 degrees CBuy Castelli Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Castelli Women's Free Aero RC Bib ShortsThe original Free Aero shorts launched to wide acclaim with amateurs and pros alike benefiting from their performance. The Castelli Women's Free Aero RC Bib Shorts build upon this legacy, with more performance and comfort than ever.You don't have to be a pro rider to enjoy the benefits the Women's Free Aero RC Bib Shorts offer. Whether riding for an hour or riding all day, the smooth, compressive support, premium seat pad and outstanding flexibility all offer unrivalled comfort. Less is MoreCastelli have deconstructed their previous Free shorts and started from scratch to deliver a more minimalist, but highly comfortable race short. Compared to previous iterations, there are fewer panels, now just 5 compared to 10. In combination with Castelli's high-stretch and compressive Forza 2 fabric, this gives a wonderful sense of freedom throughout your pedal stroke. Moving to the ends of the legs, this sees yet more minimalism. Instead of the usual elastic or silicone grippers, you'll find just smooth, raw cut edges. No more irritation when you're getting sweaty. After 28 prototypes and extensive material testing, Castelli have found the sweet spot, with shorts that remain in place but don't irritate or compress too much. Bib Straps When it comes to the upper body, again Castelli have sought to minimise the construction, removing bulk, boosting comfort and improving airflow.Open-weave bib straps let air in while also letting moisture evaporate away quickly. To the back, a reinforcing yoke ensures your straps remain flat and in place, while the mesh back is kept narrow, again to improve airflow to the body and prevent overheating. At the lower back, the bib forms a convenient storage pocket too. Women's Progetto X² Air Donna Seat PadThe top-end Women's Progetto X2 Air Donna Seatpad is now better than ever. Castelli has improved the shape of the back and improved the method of stitching it in place. The result is it now sits flatter and offers greater comfort. The X2 retains its awesome ventilating perforations, keeping you cooler and drier on endurance rides. The design allows air and moisture to flow directly to the surface fabric for quick evaporation maintaining dryness. A 3 layer component construction also features two densities of foam plus gel pads to provide progressive damping. A super-soft and stretchy next-to-skin layer, with an antibacterial finish, completes this premium pad. Features:Materials: 68% Polyamide, 32% ElastaneMesh: 77% Polyamide, 23% ElastaneHigh-compression 215 g Forza 2 fabric with 32% Lycra® content provides exceptional muscle support and compressionWomen's Progetto X² Air Donna seamless seat pad is soft against the skin but well padded for long-distance comfortMinimalist bib straps allow maximum airflow, while a reinforced yoke keeps the straps flat over the shouldersRear mesh pocket5-panel construction for reduced seams and less chafingStitched scorpion logo patch and embossed Castelli wordmark for durabilityReflective piping on back of legsRaw-cut edge at waist for extra stretch and comfortRaw-cut leg ending engineered to stay put without siliconegrippersSuggested Temperature range: 15 to 35 degrees CBuy Castelli Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Do you love Hope components and need a new BB Then look no further than the Pressfit 46 from Hope. Designed to fit frames which have a Pressfit (Threadless) bottom bracket shell this BB brings Hope's legendary reliability to this new breed of bike. This BB gives a very secure fit as the bearing screw into the PF cups which gives a safe and secure fit.
Do you love Hope components and need a new BB Then look no further than the Pressfit 46 from Hope. Designed to fit frames which have a Pressfit (Threadless) bottom bracket shell this BB brings Hope's legendary reliability to this new breed of bike. This BB gives a very secure fit as the bearing screw into the PF cups which gives a safe and secure fit.
Winter is a great time for mountain biking. Emptier trails and conditions that test your skills, giving you a rush of adrenalin as you slip and slide over muddy terrain - it all makes for huge amounts of fun. And with the benefit of the warm and cosy MT500 Freezing Point MTB Shorts II there are no excuses not to ride. Front panels lock in body heat and fend off cold winds thanks to the lightweight PrimaLoft® GOLD insulation. This low bulk insulator also means unhindered mobility as you react quickly to terrain changes. Meanwhile, the back of the shorts feature a 3-layer waterproof construction and thermal lining. This works to fend off the icy slush kicked up off your back tyre. No suffering from a soggy bum here. If you find yourself getting a bit too warm on uphill pedalling sections, zip open the mesh-lined vents and enjoy some extra airflow. Extra comfort can also be added with an Endura padded liner (not supplied) – using their Clickfast™ system a liner can be added and removed quickly and easily.