What to Wear Cycling in 14°C
Cycling kit recommendations for 14°C, adjusted for wind chill at cycling speed.
Ride Feel at 14°C13°CFresh
Recommended kit
Noticeably cooler. Knee warmers and full-finger gloves take the edge off.
Head
- ●Helmet — Standard cycling helmet
- ●Photochromic Lenses — Auto-adjusting lenses for changing light
Upper Body
- ●Short-Sleeve Jersey — Standard short-sleeve cycling jersey
- ●Light Base Layer — Thin mesh base layer for moisture wicking
- ●Arm Warmers — Removable warmers — easy to pocket mid-ride
- ●Light Gilet — Packable windproof gilet for descents and variable conditions
Hands
- ●Light Gloves — Lightweight full-finger gloves
Legs
- ●Bib Shorts — Standard cycling bib shorts with chamois pad
- ●Knee Warmers — Removable knee warmers to extend bib shorts
Feet
- ●Cycling Socks — Standard-weight cycling socks
Frequently asked questions
What should I wear cycling in 14°C?
At 14°C, we recommend: Helmet, Photochromic Lenses, Short-Sleeve Jersey, Light Base Layer, Arm Warmers, Light Gilet, Light Gloves, Bib Shorts, Knee Warmers, Cycling Socks. Noticeably cooler. Knee warmers and full-finger gloves take the edge off.
What does 14°C feel like on a bike?
On a bike at 14°C, the "Ride Feel" temperature is approximately 13°C due to wind chill from your cycling speed. Noticeably cooler. Knee warmers and full-finger gloves take the edge off.
Do I need a jacket cycling in 14°C?
Yes, at 14°C you should wear a gilet for descents and exposed sections.
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