Best Bicycling Apparel for Indoors 2025: Avoid Overheating While Cycling Indoors
In the world of cycling, staying comfortable and cool during indoor training sessions is just as important as maintaining performance on the open road. Here, we present a selection of top-tier indoor cycling clothing and shoes that cater to various needs, based on the rigorous testing of the Cyclingnews team.
For those seeking a lightweight and comfortable headwear option, the AC cap from Castelli is an excellent choice. Its super lightweight design and good air circulation make it perfect for keeping your head cool during indoor riding.
When it comes to indoor cycling shoes, the Nike entry stands out for its three-hole cleat interface, walkable sole, and tons of ventilation, making it ideal for spin classes. For those who prefer outdoor cycling, the Fizik Vento Powerstrap R2 Aeroweave is a top-shelf option, boasting a low weight, high ventilation, a stiff carbon sole, and being suitable for intense sprints.
Moving on to socks, the Pro socks from Sportful offer a cuff that's almost all mesh, making them very breathable and suitable for indoor cycling shoes. For those seeking a more budget-friendly option, the DeFeet Aerator socks are made from breathable mesh with recycled polyester, offering multiple color choices and multiple lengths. The S-Phyre socks are left and right foot specific, soft and comfortable, with an anti-slip heel and a ribbed top surface to avoid pressure points.
For base layers, Rapha's sleeveless offering is designed for hot and humid conditions, is lightweight and sweat-wicking, and comes in five colors and six sizes. Assos's base layer, on the other hand, is seamless, very stretchy, soft, and odor-resistant, but is expensive and weighs only 88g.
Mountain bike liners, designed to be worn under baggy shorts, are usually very lightweight but can be a bit too revealing. Endura's liner, however, features mesh side panels and bibs, pockets for food, and a quality seat pad, but is geared more towards mountain bike use.
Assos's RSR shorts are the lightest summer offering from the brand, have a quality pad, great fit, and lack chafing on the inner thighs. The Low-weight Pedal Mafia jersey is Zwift-specific and features branding, but the rear pockets may get sweaty when used at high intensity.
The Halo headband is designed to wick sweat away from your eyes towards the sides of your face, providing a practical solution for keeping your vision clear during intense workouts.
In recent years, brands such as Specialized have initiated the development of specially optimized indoor equipment to keep cyclists comfortable during indoor training. For those seeking a comprehensive guide on how the Cyclingnews team tests and assesses the factors that make for the best bikes and cycling equipment, you can visit their "How We Test" page.
When choosing indoor cycling clothing and shoes, it's important to consider factors such as airiness, moisture wicking, fit, comfort of the pad for shorts, and the stiffness of the sole for shoes. By taking these factors into account, you can ensure a comfortable and productive indoor training session.
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