Essential Gear for Long-Distance Rides This Autumn

The cooler weather means it’s time for one thing and one thing only, long-distance cycling! Autumn is the best time to start getting in those longer rides, thanks to cooler conditions, quieter roads, and of course, gorgeous Australian scenery. If you want to truly enjoy your ride and appreciate every second spent in the saddle, you need the right endurance cycling apparel for the job.

Whether you’re clocking up century rides or simply stretching your favourite weekend routes, choosing the ideal autumn cycling wear for your rides will make all the difference. We’ve put together a guide on what to wear and why our SCODY products should be your go-to for performance, comfort, and durability when you need it most.

Breathable Cycling Jerseys

A high-quality, breathable cycling jersey is the real building block for a successful, comfortable ride. Autumn in Australia can be pretty unpredictable, so you need something to cope with the ever-changing temperatures.

SCODY’s Ultimate Jerseys are the latest piece of cycling technology designed to streamline your ride with a body-hugging fit. Designed specifically to help regulate your body heat, the ultimate cycle jersey makes use of three technical lightweight fabrics to help you feel fast and stay cool this Autumn.

Compression Technology

It doesn’t matter whether you’re spending an hour in the saddle or the majority of your day, compression tights are designed to help provide gentle muscular support to reduce fatigue and boost circulation. This is especially important to endurance athletes as this can aid your recovery time between rides.

Our SCODY Compression Tights are constructed using Pro Hydra Dura fabric with excellent moisture-wicking properties and compression qualities. We also use UV reflecting Coldblack technology and reinforced stitching, so you know your tights will last. The wide waist elastic provides optimum comfort, and the race fit keeps you fast should you wear them on the bike.

Grab a Gilet

By far one of the most underrated cycling items that so many people could really benefit from having is the cycling gilet. Lightweight, sleeveless, and often waterproof, the humble cycling gilet is your absolute best friend during the awkward transitional seasons when you’re faced with shifting temperatures, cool headwinds, and light rainfall.

Our SCODY Cycling Wind Vest is a brilliant, lightweight gilet that achieves the perfect balance between water resistance and breathability. With handy pockets with a practical reflective binding, we really do believe our vest is one of the best cycling gilets on the market right now.

Focus on the Fit and Functionality

Long-distance cycling gear is so crucial for an enjoyable and successful ride. Not many riders realise how good or bad their cycling kit is until they’re already halfway round a tough distance so it’s pretty important that you get it right first time.

Purchasing a cycling kit that is aimed at longer distances should be your main starting point. For example, our bib shorts are cut for comfort during extended saddle time, with our Italian chamois designed to keep you comfortable when you’re riding further.

All of our race fit products are designed to reduce drag, giving you an easier time in those headwinds and keeping you performing without compromise. We also choose breathable fabrics to help deal with whatever the Australian weather throws at you, from Brisbane humidity to Adelaide winds, you’ll be comfortable.

Features to Look For:

Some of the most important features you should look out for when buying cycling kit for long-distance Autumn rides are: 

●     Moisture-wicking and quick-drying fabrics

●     Full-length zips, ideally with internal guards

●     Aerodynamic rear storage pockets with easy access when riding

●     Reflective elements for when you’re riding in low visibility

Build Your Perfect Autumn Ride Kit

Here’s a checklist of SCODY must-have items to make your Autumn riding unbeatable: 

●     Breathable cycling jersey

●     Compression tights

●     Bib shorts or knicks

●     Windproof gilet

●     Arm and leg warmers

●     Cycling gloves

Ride Longer, Smarter, and Warmer This Autumn

Make the most of the Australian riding calendar with smart cycling kit. Cooler air, less traffic, and golden Aussie landscapes are ready to be conquered this season, so why not grab your kit and rack up the miles? 

Check out our full range of long-distance cycling gear before you hit the roads and don’t forget to sign up for SCODY rewards before you shop for the ultimate savings!