When you start cycling and you want to compose the basis of your wardrobe, you turn to shorts and jerseys but you ignore the accessories which can however be very practical! Today, in this article, we are going to focus on cycling arm warmers and explain to you how they can make all the difference during your rides.
What are headlines in cycling?
As their name suggests, these are pieces of fabric intended to serve as sleeves. Thus, they cover the arms from the biceps to the wrist to give you an extra layer. Worn with a men's short sleeve cycling jersey or a women's short sleeve cycling jersey, they will perfect your outfit so that you get the most out of it and that your bike rides go as smoothly as possible, regardless of the vagaries of nature.
What are the benefits of wearing cycling arm warmers?
The arm warmers are so practical that they can serve you all year round!
They can be worn during cool departures: when you are warmed up, all you have to do is slip them into a pocket.
Conversely, if the temperatures were to drop during the ride, take them out of your pocket and put them on to continue riding without discomfort!
You can also wear them to protect yourself in case of a surprise visit from the sun: you don't have sunscreen ☀️? Put on your arm warmers and protect your arms in the blink of an eye!
How to choose your pair of cycling arm warmers?
There are a few points of attention regarding the choice of these practical accessories. Indeed, depending on the season, not all are equal. Some are only in lycra, so this one has no thermal properties. They will be especially useful if you want to protect your arms from the sun's rays.
On the other hand, if you want to buy thermal cuffs, check that they have a technical fabric with warming properties. Some arm warmers also offer water-repellent protection, which is useful if you live in an area where the rain often comes… ;) But in this case, opting for a waterproof jacket seems more appropriate.
What size to choose?
When choosing your cycling clothes, there is one very important rule to follow: take your measurements. Here, the measures to be taken into account are the arm length and bicep tower. It is this last measurement that is the most important when choosing arm sleeves that are suitable for your arms. Eh yes ! If you want to prevent them from slipping, they must be able to marry your biceps perfectly. At Ozio, for optimal comfort, our sleeves also have an elastic band to keep the sleeves in place without excessive compression!
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