Cycling Arm and Leg Warmers Review

Thanks to cycling arm and leg warmers, riders do not have to give up their bikes when cooler weather hits, nor do they have to give up aerodynamics in a trade off to be warm. There are Hosts of companies that make winter bike apparel and gear. Many of those also have lines of cycling arm and leg warmers as well.

Gone are the days when bulky jackets, coats and sweatshirts were the only choices for warmth. Riding in style and comfort is still possible after the cooler weather hits. Cycling arm and leg warmers are easily packable and come in a variety of colors and styles, even tattoo designs.

Bike leg and arm warmers offer not only warmth but protection from the elements, including the sun’s UV rays. Made from nylon and Lycra or spandex blends gives warmers compression properties that not only aid in keeping them in place, but offer muscle support. In addition, warmers provide protection from abrasions as well.

Some cycling arm and leg warmers, like the Pace leg warmers, are Teflon treated on the outside to aid in aerodynamics by cutting down on wind resistance. Arm warmers usually feature silicon bicep and wrist grippers to protect against slippage and rolling. Leg warmers, like the Pearl Izumi leg warmer, will have silicon thigh and ankle grippers. Many brands will have an ergonomically correct shaping for comfort.

Gore Bike Wear has a line of cycling arm and leg warmers that are made with the trademark Gore Windstopper material. These warmers are touted to eliminate wind chill while staying breathable. Excess moister is wicked to the outside of the warmers for quick dissipation. Elastic grippers help to hold the cycling arm and leg warmers in place, while ankle zippers in the side seams allow for easy donning and removal.

Pearl iZUMi markets fleece lined warmers. These cycling arm and leg warmers offer a Therma Fleece lining that makes them suitable for the more chilly rides. The fleece lining offers excellent moisture wicking to keep the arms dry. The polyester/nylon/lycra outer layer helps against wind resistance. Tops and bottoms have elastic to aid against slipping and rolling.

Blackbottoms Cyclewear offers lightweight Lycra spandex cycling arm and leg warmers with silicon grippers. They also offer their customers custom art and designs that can be screened onto the warmers. This allows for customization for biking clubs or any group.

Cycling arm and leg warmers can be used for more than just biking. Runners and hikers have also found warmers to be quite useful. While runners find the aerodynamic properties helpful on chilly runs, hikers like the added warmth to the arms without overheating the core. They are easily put on and removed and lightweight for ease in packing. Cycling arm and leg warmers are useful not only in the cycling realm but in other outdoor pursuits as well.

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Cycling arm and leg warmers run about $25 US per set, depending on the brand.