The Best Bike Commuter Clothes For Men
The Best Bike Commuter Clothes For Men
Walking or bicycling to work used to be so uncommon that the U.S. Census Bureau didn't even acknowledge them as legitimate forms of commuting. But that's changed in recent years. They’re now commissioning extensive reports on what the Bureau calls “nonmotorized travel modes.”
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A recent survey of U.S. census data, collected and analyzed by Michael Sivak of the University of Michigan’s Transportation Research Institute, shows that cars are still the most popular way of getting to work, but cyclists and pedestrians are growing in numbers.
Walking is how 10% or more of workers are getting to their jobs in cities like Boston, San Francisco, New York, and Washington. Commuting on a bicycle is also on the rise, with 5.9% of workers choosing a bike over a car in places like Portland, Oregon.
If you haven’t tried foregoing your car keys for a more healthy way to commute, it may be because of the obvious downside: Showing up to work drenched in sweat.
We’ve got you covered. These bike and walking-friendly styles can help—so you can get your heart rate up on your way to work and still look like a boss.
Blazer
Part of Gant’s new commuter collection, this breathable, work-friendly blazer has a waterproof shell and laser-cut vents to keep moisture out. Reflective details will make your commute safer.
($295, gant.com)
Backpack
This everyday bag fits just enough stuff with an easy-open roll top and reflective details to alert nearby cars. Easy access zippers let you reach items at even the quickest of red lights.
($179, timbuk2.com)
Jeans
Dirty, water, and abrasion are no match for these durable jeans, which have a higher rise in the back to prevent plumber’s crack and reflective details at the cuff. The waistband even has a spot for your U-lock.
($98, levi.com)
Shirt
Enjoy the comfort of all-cotton denim with stretch panels built into the side and articulated sleeves that let your arms move without pulling your whole shirt. BONUS: Laser-cut pocket and reflective details work well and look badass, too.
($155, gant.com)
Jacket
This shirt-jacket has abrasion-resistant nylon, fleece insulation, and street cred for days.
($285, missionworkshop.com)
Underwear
Want to feel like you’re riding commando? Strap on these boxer briefs with legs that won’t slip, a waistband that won’t roll, and a sweat-wicking fabric that’ll let you boys breathe.
($28, mackweldon.com)
Shoes
These slip-ons might look easy-breezy, but their forged rubber soles are as tough as the streets. An antimicrobial liner means less stink—even when you go sockless.
($85, chromeindustries.com)
Socks
Avoid mid-calf tan lines with these ankle-height socks that work just as well with your sneakers as they do with professional bike shoes. A grip panel in the center means they won’t slip off mid-ride.
($46 (4-pack), bombas.com)
T-shirt
Adding an all-natural wood fiber material to sweat-wicking performance fabrics makes this shirt feel like wool or cotton—temperature-regulating, odor-fighting features built-in.
($68, rhone.com)
Helmet
This minimalist helmet is made of biodegradable, plant-derived parts. In an accident, it’ll protect your head and can be recycled to make new gear.
($50, giro.com)
These commuter-conscious essentials will keep you dry and stylish