How to Stay Cool on Summer Rides
Light fabric, open vents and sun cover: how to dress for hot rides, and the Corbah kit built for the heat.
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Hot rides take more out of you than you'd think. The right kit won't make the heat go away, but it can stop it from getting worse.
Choose light, breathable fabric
- Corbah 23: super ventilated, with textured lower panels that help move air on hot days and a low aero collar. RedRide uses the same cut in red.
- GC jersey: Italian Miti Timeout fabric, about 21% lighter than a traditional jersey fabric, that still wicks sweat.
- Some Her: women's jerseys with a light, cooling 140 GSM Hexa Cool body.
- Season One: lighter Luna 115 GSM side panels for better breathability.
Keep air moving
Open your zip on the climbs and close it for the descents. Under the jersey, bibs with a mesh back panel, like the Corbah 23 bib shorts, keep you cooler than solid fabric.
Cover up from the sun
GC Sun Blockers are white mesh arm sleeves that keep the sun off without adding heat, so you can skip greasy sunscreen on your arms. Under your helmet, the Prime LM3 cap uses ventilated Cool Air fabric, and the GC cap keeps sun and sweat out of your eyes. Read cycling arm sleeves for sun.
Ride smart
Start early, before the hottest part of the day, and drink before you feel thirsty. Not sure which color to pick? Read black or white cycling jersey and what to wear cycling at every temperature.
Getting the fit right
Summer jerseys should sit close without feeling tight. If you're between sizes, or you like a little more room, size up. Our size guide has the full charts. If you get it wrong, keep it: within 15 days of delivery you can order the same item in another size at about 20–60% off.
Get yours
Every piece is made to order for you and delivered in 5–6 weeks. Want your name or club on a jersey? Personalization is free.
