Parateck Cycling Tights

These Parateck cycling compression tights/cycling pants with silicone pad are very comfortable.  The leg portions of the tights are thin but should be warm enough for some winter riding outdoors. There are two zippers at the bottom of each leg allowing for easy entry and can be closed to keep air flow from coming in. Behind the knee, there is a breathable mesh type of fabric. There is a small zippered pocket in the back of the pants for maybe your keys or a gel, but its not very big. There are reflective strips on the sides of the leg that could be useful in low light and night time to alert traffic you are on the road too. The gel pad in the crotch is nice and thick, yet not too thick. The shorts are made of 82 percent nylon and 18 percent spandex. I have used them for both road and mountain bike riding. When ordering, I would agree and strongly recommend ordering one size bigger than you typically wear.  The stitching is very well done. With all my cycling and compression gear, I recommend only hand washing and letting them hang to dry to extend the lifetime.  

Order them online here amazon.com/gp/product/B074SGF8KZ 

Note: I was giving a discount for my opinion and review. 

The JeltBelt. Keep Your Shorts On!

Out mountain bike riding, I often wear a pair of baggy shorts with a liner that snaps to the inside. The shorts themselves are constantly falling off my waist, even with the proper size. The baggy mountain bike shorts have belt loops in them. The JeltBelt is the perfect solution for wearing a super comfortable and classy belt. This belt is made with recycled materials, both belt and buckle, and comes in many colors to match your clothes. There is no metal on the belt or the buckle. The belt comes in sizes depending upon our pant size. The belts are unisex.  

XS— 22 to 26 inch waist

S—26 to 30 inch waist 

M— 30 to 36 inch waist 

and L 38— to 42 inch waist

There is no adjustments that can be made to have the belt fit more tighter or looser, so order the right size. 

I have worn the belt not only with my baggie mountain bike shorts but with jeans and dress shorts also.  It is still professional looking and the enclosure is easy to use. The buckle enclosure latches together and snaps and will not come undone accidentally.  

The “JeltBelt” name runs along the inside of the belt and has a “ grippy" feel to it, so the belt stays in place even when bending or crouching down. This is why the belt is great for wearing while being active, as it stays in place.  The elastic feel allows you to feel unconstricted when wearing it. 

Air travelers will appreciate the aspect of the belt not having any metal parts and can be worn through airport security. 

Find out more and order yours at 

JELTBELT 

Crash Pads

To add that little bit of confidence on a mountain bike trail I have not ridden or still trying to master I wear Crash Pads Mountain Bike Shorts and Pants.  The pants provide protection of the shin and knee but both the pants and shorts provide great hip protection. The padding in the hip is made from thermal formed, high density foam.  The great quality made in the USA, Crash Pads keep me from getting too banged up and able to keep up my training in the pool and out running.  When the weather or I plan on riding a more difficult trail for me, I tend to wear the pants.