Cycling clothing by design and function needs to be very snug fitting. This minimizes wind drag and skin friction that can lead to chaffing and discomfort

Cycling jerseys

Here are some tips for ensuring a good comfortable for to cycling shorts, in other word minimal chaffing and rashes!

• A snug fit is essential; if your cycling or tri shorts are too big you will chafe wherever a wrinkle forms between you and some other object- saddle, other leg, etc.
• Body Glide (or some other mineral based lube) is your best friend; lube up your crotch anywhere it comes in contact with the saddle or where you legs might rub together.
• Never wear anything between your skin and cycling shorts- they will not work that way and may cause more chaffing.  If you want underwear for cycling- many cycling stores have specially fitted cycling short underwear, the regular stuff doesn’t work well and can cause chaffing
• Wash your shorts after every use
• Get one of those puffy mesh body ball things for the shower, you should shower and wash well with soap ASAP after a ride, especially indoor rides where you sweat a lot.
• If you sweat an excessive amount, consider careful application of an antiperspirant to reduce the moisture that can soften the skin (if all other options fail)
• Shaving down you legs and where you contact the saddle might help.
• Consider lighter weight shorts for indoor riding they will allow more evaporation and less heat build up leading to softened and chaffed skin.

shoes and socks

jackets

colder weather

• show covers
• arm and leg warmers
• jackets