Cycling Gear Reviews Archives • Average Joe Cyclist https://averagejoecyclist.com/category/average-joe-cyclist-product-reviews-cycling-reviews/cycling-gear-reviews/ A Blog for Average People who LOVE to ride bikes! Sat, 19 Apr 2025 02:26:17 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 15693361 7 of the Best Waterproof Cycling Pants for Men and Women, 2025 https://averagejoecyclist.com/best-waterproof-cycling-pants-2021/ https://averagejoecyclist.com/best-waterproof-cycling-pants-2021/#respond Fri, 18 Apr 2025 12:08:03 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=37282 7 of the best waterproof cycling pants for men and womenWe compare 7 of the best waterproof cycling pants for men and women. This post has everything you need to know to choose the best cycling pants. Includes a chart comparing 7 of the best waterproof cycling pants; reviews and videos; plus information about how to choose the best cycling pants, explaining the technology that produces pants that are both waterproof and breathable.

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]]> https://averagejoecyclist.com/best-waterproof-cycling-pants-2021/feed/ 0 37282 7 of the Best Women’s Cycling Jackets for 2025 – Waterproof and Windproof https://averagejoecyclist.com/7-best-womens-cycling-jackets-waterproof-windproof/ Sat, 09 Mar 2024 13:08:49 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=38223 7 of the best women's cycling jackets. Joe took this photo of me enjoying a bike ride with our dog, BillyThis in-depth post with videos compares 7 of the best women's cycling jackets, including windproof and waterproof cycling jackets. Includes a detailed table comparing the jackets, and explains the difference between windproof vs waterproof jackets. Whether you are looking for a waterproof cycling jacket, a windproof cycling jacket, or both - something in this post should do the trick!

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]]> 38223 7 of the Best Cycling Balaclavas for 2024 https://averagejoecyclist.com/best-cycling-balaclavas-winter-2/ Fri, 08 Mar 2024 16:05:55 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=39565 I sometimes wear my cycling balaclavas for wintry hikesHere is everything you need to know about how to choose the best cycling balaclava for winter cycling. To save you tons of research time, we have a chart that carefully compares 7 of the best cycling balaclavas. Then, we have more details about each of these 7 balaclavas, including videos.

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]]> 39565 7 of the Best Waterproof Cycling Jackets for Men and Women for 2025 https://averagejoecyclist.com/7-best-waterproof-cycling-jackets/ Mon, 27 Nov 2023 13:08:15 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=37869 Waterproof cycling jackets - group of cyclistsThis post highlights and compares 7 of the best waterproof cycling jackets for men and women for cycling in rainy weather. We present a handy chart to make your choice quick and easy. A premium waterproof cycling jackets keeps rainwater out, while letting your sweat and body heat escape, so that you can stay dry and maintain a comfortable core temperature as you cycle. Check out these 7 excellent cycling jackets, and decide which one is right for you.

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]]> 37869 7 of the Best Cycling Jerseys for 2024 https://averagejoecyclist.com/7-best-cycling-jerseys-for-cyclists/ https://averagejoecyclist.com/7-best-cycling-jerseys-for-cyclists/#comments Fri, 12 May 2023 12:08:22 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=37333 If you are a serious cyclist, you are going to need a seriously aerodynamic cycling jersey!7 of the Best Cycling Jerseys explains all about how technical cycling jerseys work, and offers you a comparative choice of 7 of the very best. Cycling jerseys are technical garments that use lightweight, sweat-wicking fabrics to keep you cool, dry, and comfortable while cycling. This post has a chart comparing 7 of the best cycling jerseys, plus reviews to help you choose the best cycling jersey for your needs. We include some great budget options.

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]]> https://averagejoecyclist.com/7-best-cycling-jerseys-for-cyclists/feed/ 2 37333 Our Review – Jack Wolfskin Alpspitze Insulated Hoody https://averagejoecyclist.com/review-jack-wolfskin-alpspitze-insulated-hoody/ Thu, 30 Mar 2023 01:43:45 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=41766 The Jack Wolfskin Alpspitze Insulated Hoody is ideal for keeping out cold windsThis is our review of the Jack Wolfskin Alpspitze Insulated Hoody, which is designed for outdoor winter activities including cycling and skiing. Expect to pay a mid-level price for a premium product

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]]> 41766 Best Cycling Glasses under $70 – Ryders Polarized Sports Sunglasses Reviewed after 7 Years of Use https://averagejoecyclist.com/ryders-sunglasses-review/ https://averagejoecyclist.com/ryders-sunglasses-review/#comments Thu, 03 Feb 2022 16:05:41 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=39918 Ryders Polarized Sports Sunglasses are great value for money if you want cycling glasses that look good on and off the bike. I have had mine for 7 years, and am still very happy with them.They are lightweight, durable and very comfortable – yet very affordable. These glasses were invented for cyclists, but they offer protection for many other activities as well. They’re also great for hiking, skiing, golfing, skiing and other sports, thanks to their anti-fog technology.

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]]> https://averagejoecyclist.com/ryders-sunglasses-review/feed/ 2 39918 Two of the Best Women’s Cycling Jerseys: Pearl Izumi and Sugoi https://averagejoecyclist.com/best-womens-cycling-jerseys/ Fri, 28 Jan 2022 05:13:31 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=39815 Mrs. Average Joe Cyclist's review of her two favorite, go-to womens cycling jerseys - these two win top marks for style, comfort,  durability, and technical features. They are the Sugoi Women’s Ruby Jersey and the Pearl Izumi Women's Rev Jersey.

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]]> 39815 3 Regular-Looking Pants that Work Well as Cycling Pants https://averagejoecyclist.com/three-regular-looking-cycling-pants/ Thu, 16 Sep 2021 19:29:28 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=38858 3 Regular-Looking Pants that Work Well as Cycling PantsJust because you’re jumping on your bike, doesn’t mean you have to change your entire outfit. More and more innovative brands are popping up that bridge the gap between sporty apparel and regular, everyday clothes. There’s no prerequisite to dress up in Lycra just because you’re riding a bicycle. In fact, there are many options when it comes to pants that are both stylish and functional. Here are three of my favorite regular pants that do a great job as cycling pants: DUER No Sweat Pants, Resolute Bay Cycling Jeans, and SPOKE Bulletproof Chinos.

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]]> 38858 Showers Pass Elite 2.1 Waterproof Cycling Jacket Review https://averagejoecyclist.com/showers-pass-elite-waterproof-cycling-jacket-review/ Sun, 12 Sep 2021 05:39:55 +0000 https://averagejoecyclist.com/?p=38829 Showers Pass Elite 2.1 Waterproof Cycling Jacket ReviewThis is a review of my all-time favorite waterproof cycling jacket, the Showers Pass Elite 2.1 Waterproof Cycling Jacket. This jacket has it all, in terms of construction, features, and design.

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