Giro, a brand commonly known for its helmets and bike shoes, released the New Road line of men’s bike apparel last spring. (See our ‘First Look’ at the men’s line.) I was immediately envious of my guy friends in these fashionable, comfortable cycling duds.
After a year of waiting, the women’s New Road line is now on the market. I’ve been testing it for a month.
New Road fills a void previously missing from cycling clothes. It’s neither the standard roadie spandex kit, nor typical urban wear. It’s a blend of fashion and function that I’ve been looking for.
Testing New Road for a month, hardly a day passes that I don’t wear something from the line. From commuting to long days on the road, the clothes work well. And once you get to your destination, you don’t have to change. I don’t stick out when I grab a coffee or post-ride happy hour.
The 2014 collection includes 22 pieces, from base layers to tops and bottoms. Here are a few of my favorites.
Boy Undershort – $70
A comfortable alternative to bib shorts, the Boy Undershorts are made to be worn with pants or shorts that do not have a built-in chamois. They’re made with a stretchy, breathable merino wool blend. A thin chamois provides comfort for long efforts in the saddle, but it’s small enough that I’m comfortable wearing it off the bike through the day.
Mobility Short – $90
