I recently attended a lecture by local cycling coach Chris Mayhew (JBV Coaching), at Pro Bikes. The talk was based loosely on an article that Chris wrote for Cyclocross Magazine.  I and about 22 other people listened to Chris discuss clothing choices ranging from the standard warm weather jersey and shorts down to the multiple layers you would need for cold and wet conditions. I particularly liked his approach to layers: 1) Moisture management layer (wicking base layer) 2) Insulation layer (something warm) and 3) Barrier layer (blocks the wind). Some other useful tips I heard:

• When shopping for long sleeve jerseys, get something with a high collar to keep your neck warm
• Wear a cycling cap in the rain
• Don’t buy all black, don’t want to look like a ninja at night
• When buying winter shoes, go up a 1/2 size or so to leave room for thicker socks
• Use embrocation to feel warm, but not for long rides as the effects wear off quickly

There are two more lectures around town this week, both given by Steel City Endurance coach, Suzanne Atkinson, MD.

Feb 3rd (Wednesday) at Trek Shadyside at 7pm: Practical Applications of VO2 Science: Threshold and VO2 max Training Demystified

Feb 5th (Friday) Pro Bikes at 7pm: Take it to the next level: 5 Ways to become a better cyclist

Related posts:

1. Cycling Lecture Series: This Friday 3.27.09
2. Women’s Bike Racing Clinic – 27 June 2009

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