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If, like a few of us at Terry, you’re cruising somewhere between penia and porosis, you may be wondering what all that cycling has done for you. Here’s some of the latest research on the benefits and the unique side effects of being an enthusiastic cyclist.

Bone Density

Hardcore female cyclists who live on their bikes may be at risk of developing osteopenia or osteoporosis. According to the NIH, one season in professional cycling is enough to negatively affect bone health. I’m certainly not anywhere close to a pro but I ride every day, 2+ hours, don’t do any cross training due to bad knees, and was just diagnosed out of the blue with osteoporosis. Turns out, you can be very fit, eat a healthy diet, take lots of vitamins and hormones and still find yourself with low bone density. Half of all women over 50 will eventually develop this condition due to a variety of factors but there are some things you can do proactively to help protect yourself.

This is a good review of the research on cycling’s impact on bone density and how to mitigate risk.

https://www.trainingpeaks.com/blog/why-cycling-is-bad-for-bone-density-and-how-you-can-improve-it/

To maximize the benefits of cycling while protecting your bones, here are some recommendations:
✔️ Combine with Weight-Bearing Exercises – Walking, dancing, or resistance training helps maintain bone density.
✔️ Ensure Proper Nutrition – A diet rich in calcium, vitamin D, and protein is essential for bone health.
✔️ Use a Properly Fitted Bike – A well-fitted bike ensures good posture and prevents unnecessary strain.
✔️ Ride on Smooth Terrain – Avoid high-risk activities like mountain biking, which may increase the chance of falls.
✔️ Incorporate Balance and Strength Training – Strength training exercises such as squats, lunges, and weightlifting can complement cycling for stronger bones.

Cycling & General Health

The journal Sports Medicine has reviewed 17 studies and amalgamated the results – those who habitually travel by bike live longer, healthier lives, with a 23% higher chance of avoiding premature death. Cycling improves muscle strength and balance, enhances cardiovascular and mental health, improves mobility and is a low-impact/joint-friendly activity for those with bad knees.

The following article outlines a lot of the great benefits and backs them up with published research.

https://www.cyclingweekly.com/news/latest-news/benefits-of-cycling-334144

Whether you’re looking for a new length, a more flattering fit, more pockets, on-bike/off-bike utility or the best new bottoms for mountain biking, this season is for you. We’ve searched the cycling universe to bring you a variety of fit options, color options, length options and padded liners that will work beautifully on the trail, but will also make you want to repurpose them for other activities, too.

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Let’s face it, what goes on first can matter the most on your ride. It’s not just about the saddle and your bike. Investing in a proper bra and padded bike liner can be paramount to comfort and the duration you spend in the saddle. Get it right, and you feel great, but the wrong bra and/or bike liner can lead to discomfort, tenderness and even pain. At Terry, we’ve built the ultimate line-up of padded liners and supportive bike bras to ensure you always find a silver lining that meets your performance and comfort needs. Read on for an intimate look at our most intimate collection of women’s cycling essentials…

Rosso Corsa Bra

We’ll start in the Bra department and we promise not to keep any detail secret. For the most part, a low to medium impact bra is suitable for most cyclists and the Rosso Corsa Bra is the bra of choice at Terry because it’s intended solely for the demands of cycling with just the right amount of support, superlight stretch fabric, mesh inserts for a higher level of moisture management, molded cups with full coverage and a hook-and-eye closure for easy on and off. Add to this the meticulous craftsmanship and innovation backed by the Italian masters at Castelli, and you have one ride-enhancing support system.

Maipo Bra

We brought in the Maipo Bra from Patagonia to give you a low-impact option that also has a low impact on Mother Earth. Made primarily from recycled materials, it’s great for cycling but can be worked into your other active and everyday wardrobes, too. The Maipo Bra delivers low impact support to layer under your favorite jersey out on the road; is super soft against the skin with minimal seaming to reduce chafing for all-day comfort; and adjustable straps to dial in fit. Available in black and a lovely rock wash print.

Race Day & Classic Training Bras

With two offerings this season from Craft, we have you covered for the highs and lows that sport your way. The versatile Classic Bra featuring low-to-medium support and moisture wicking fabric for a multitude of training disciplines, along with the innovative Race Day Sport Top, offering exceptional support for high impact endeavors; more coverage; superior ventilation; and a hook-and-eye closure to dial in fit for added comfort and stability.

Padded Bike Liners

Next to having a proper saddle in place, a padded bottom is an essential asset for a more comfortable and enjoyable ride. With off-road riding, commuting and E-bikes on the rise, padded bike liners are an ideal and versatile approach to turning any bottom, no matter your riding style, into a cycling bottom—skirts and dresses, too! Here’s a brief guide to help you navigate the Bike Liners Terry offers—some made by us, and others from the brands we trust and ride with, too.

NEW Ultramesh Liner

Our most sophisticated liner to date uses the best and the softest mesh available, combined with a wide crossover waistband and comes equipped with our Flex Air chamois offering soft wing technology and maximum breathability which provides a higher performance liner option you can comfortably wear all day long. 6.5 inch inseam.

Aria Liner

A beauty to behold, our Aria Liner provides plenty of ventilation with its mesh fabrication and a very feminine approach with its stretch lace leg band that keeps the short gently in place. Equipped with our Italian Fleet Air chamois, it’s great for rides of most distances, with its 4-way stretch, multi-level and perforated foam padding and soft-wing construction.

Love these liners! They’re very soft and stretchy and not overly padded but enough cushion to do the job and fit perfectly. And they’re almost cute (we are talking about liners after all) with the lace on the edges. Very comfortable, no binding or pinching anywhere. I bought several more after trying the first one.

Rave Review for Terry’s Aria Liner

Universal Liner

Universally loved and included in many of the baggy bottoms we make, our Universal Liner is an ideal mate to pair with your existing wardrobe for rides with a duration of 1 to 2 hours. Available in sizes XS-3X, it’s outfitted with our seamless Urban chamois with 4-way stretch and multi-level foam padding in a shorter shape that’s ideal for riding in a more upright, commuter-like riding position. Available in two inseam lengths, 5 inch (XS-XXL) and 6.5 inch (XS-3X)

Excellent—as expected. I wore these recently for my first-ever 20+ mile ride and they performed beautifully—just as expected. I really like the flexibility these liners provide. It makes dressing for the weather a little bit easier.

Rave Review for Terry’s Universal Liners

Essential Liner

Zoic’s Essential Liner (also available in sizes XS-3X) offers a comfortable and versatile option for bike commuting and rides up tp 2 hours on your mountain, gravel, road, e-bike, or even spin bike. Equipped with their contoured, women-specific Comfort chamois constructed from medium density foam, it provides all-purpose cushioning and coverage for a wide array of cyclists. It’s made from 88% recycled materials and offers 6-panel construction with a wide, yoga-style waistband and 5 inch inseam.

Barely There Liner

If you’re looking to get more saddle time out of your liner or need a liner for your shorter shorts, then Zoic’s Barely There Liner (available in plus sizes, too) offers an advanced, Italian-made dual density foam chamois and a minimalist design with a 2 inch inseam suitable for 4 hours of ride time in one wildly printed and yet discreet package.

Cyclo Brief 2.0

For even more incognito coverage, check out our Cyclo Brief 2.0. It’s our ultimate solution for sneakily converting regular clothes to bike gear. You’ll find it to be very lightweight and breathable thanks to it’s perforated nylon/spandex fabrication with a soft elastic waistband and raw cut leg openings that disappear under tight bottoms. For your riding comfort, we paired it with our Reticulated chamois that’s streamlined to eliminate bulk and highly breathable with 4-way stretch, soft wing construction and an antimicrobial cover.

Best ever! These are my new favorites. The padding is perfect, enough to stay comfortable on longer rides and it doesn’t feel like a diaper. The brief is also very cool and none of it holds onto sweat. I bought 2 pairs and want to replace all of my liners with these!

Rave Review for Terry’s Cyclo Brief 2.0

Drift Liner

Club Ride’s ultra-breathable Drift Liner will take you from trail to town with ease. Soft and comfortable against the skin with a Level 2 dual density foam chamois; shaped for a women-specific fit and up to 2 hours of ride time. Pair up this beauty of a liner with the Joanie Capri, also by our friends at Club Ride.

Mixie Liner

Available in distinctive prints and transforming streetwear into cyclewear at a bike lane near you, Terry’s Mixie Liner comfortably keeps the pedals spinning for a couple of hours. It’s outfitted with our Urban chamois offering the right amount of padding and shape for a more upright riding position. It has a 5 inch inseam and pairs beautifully with our Mixie Skirt and just about anything else in your closet.

This liner is so comfortable I am ordering another. The length is just right and the fabric stays in place without tight compression. The fabric patterns are fun and lively—these liners will make bike skirts my summer go-to.

Rave Review for Terry’s Mixie Liner

Meadow Brief & Plumtree Liner

Back by popular demand from Maloja, the Meadow Brief is a premium-level panty option with a small, seamless pad with 4-way stretch and Polygiene treatment that neutralizes odors by stopping the growth of odor-causing bacteria, a great option for commuters and in-town pursuits.  In need of a liner for the long haul? Look no further than the Plumtree liner: quick-drying, highly breathable with its open mesh structure and Maloja’s premium Liberty pad with shock absorption technology for 6+ hours of riding time. Both meticulously designed in Germany.

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Three pieces of tech have our attention right now when it comes to making life on a bike safer, simpler, more gearful.

How to inflate a tire without even trying.

It’s a mystery as to how this small device can inflate your tire with the press of a button, but it does and we are here for it. Simpler to operate than a CO2 cartridge, it lets you preset the desired psi and auto stops when it reaches it. Small enough to be carried in a bike bag or jersey pocket and equipped with a smarthead for presta or schrader valves. Coming soon to terrycycling.com.

For a video demo, check it out here >

Who’s that sneaking up behind me?

There’s nothing more disconcerting than not hearing or seeing what’s happening behind you on a bike – even if it’s a team car. In addition to being one of the brightest tail lights you can buy, the Garmin Varia Radar gives you eyes on the back of your head. It pairs up with your bike computer or smartphone and provides visual and audio alerts for vehicles approaching from behind up to 153 yards away. It’s easy to install and use, integrates sleekly onto your seatpost and provides high visibility that can be seen up to 1 mile away. I thought I didn’t need it until I rode behind someone who has one. It’s a welcome beacon in every direction.

Stop, thief!

A sad reality, but each year it’s estimated that tens of thousands of bikes are stolen, with a year over year increase in actual reported bikes stolen of 15% according to Bike Index. Nearly every cyclist has either experienced it personally or rides with someone who has. The best defense of course is to never leave your bike in a risky situation. Make sure you have your serial number safely documented (if you haven’t done this, stop reading and do it NOW), along with photos and purchase receipt. Register it with Bike Index (they have the best track record in recoveries).

One additional tech step you can take is by adding an inconspicuous AirTag that can give you some bluetooth tracking. Several of the bottle cage makers have made it easy with under bottle cage mounts that hide the tag between cage and frame. Under saddle options also exist, though not as inconspicuous.