14 | Cycling World
Looking cool, feeling cool
Staying fresh and hydrated on the bike is a real issue in the summer. Luckily we’ve
rounded up some essential products to help you stay chilled in the heat.
Syncros Matchbox Tailor Cage HV1.5 £54.99
Keeping your water bottle within reaching distance at all
times is a necessity, and bottle holders are easy enough to
find in your local bike shop. The Syncros Matchbox Tailor
Cage might seem a little expensive for something that
is just to hold your drink, but it comes with some hidden
surprises. Underneath the cage part of the product is a
clip-on cassette that slides out to reveal some multi-tools,
something that every cyclist should carry but invariably
gets forgotten until it is too late. It also contains a small
pump which should provide enough air to get you home
when you notice a slow puncture in your tyre.
www.wheelies.co.uk
TST Ultra Cooling Vest £265.36
Adding another layer of clothing to your outfit might not seem
like a sensible way to keep cool on the bike, but the TST ltra
Cooling Vest is an innovative product that will reduce your body
temperature and help to keep you moving – ideal if you are
trying to improve your cycling performance. The lightweight vest
contains a number of ‘elements’ which absorb body heat so that
the cooling effect can be felt from the very moment you put the
vest on.
www.demon-tweeks.co.uk
Giro Synthe Helmet £134.97
Researchers have proven that a cool head helps to keep
muscle fatigue at bay, ensuring you can go further and
faster for longer. That s why the iro Synthe elmet is a
must-have purchase, especially if you are intending on
entering any sportives this season. The helmet contains a
total of
vents, while being situated slightly off the head
for optimum air ow. Comfortable, stable and available in
lots of different colours, this helmet has been made with
cooling in mind.
www.ribblecycles.co.uk