Club Ride is a company based out of Sun Valley, Idaho, with a “ride daily” philosophy that suits us to a T. Though focused on comfort, we find that their gear has almost all of the technical features you’d find in a traditional kit: high-tech fabrics with texture and ventilation; perfectly placed pockets; pedal-friendly seams and slits. This casual-technical approach to cycling gear creates a seamless transition from bike to life. Shop web exclusive Club Ride pieces that you won’t find in the Terry catalog here!
Glory Jersey with antimicrobial, stay-fresh treatment.
Super technical Eden Short with liner.Zip mobility vents & on-the-fly waist adjustment system.
Joy Ride Capri and Hermosa 3/4 Jersey – ride & wear all day.
Maloja is a brand built on the irresistible urge to seek adventure, follow your curiosity and stand out in the crowd. Their women’s cycling apparel is inspired and refreshing in a way we didn’t even know we needed. The piece that captured our attention and exceeds all expectation is the Kara Jean; created with stretch denim, venting zippers and reflective print details this one cycling bottom that keeps on giving.
Features include higher cut waistband with stretch insert, ventilation side zips, and reflective stars.
Casual Maloja Style with all the high-tech features included.
Relaxed fit, multi-sport Beth Jersey
The multi-sport, Joyce Short includes 2 zip pockets and an integrated waist width regulation system.
Jewel Reversible Freeride Jersey and Floral Joyce Short
MPG is driven to design cycling apparel that seamlessly blends fashion and performance. This devotion to detail leads to richly composed pieces with a technical edge. We’ve selected pieces from this season’s collection that not only make them wearable pieces of art, but integrate features like mesh ventilation, reflective zippers, hi-viz embellishments, stow-away mud flaps and more.
Glow Jersey by MPG – complete with mesh ventilation and hi-viz accents.
Extreme in every sense, the Blitz is cutaway in front and rear with hi-viz details, reflective zipper and mesh.
The Intersection is full-zip, full-length, ventilated and boldly graphic.
Bike-ready, Odyssey Hi Viz Jacket. Complete with concealed reflective cuffs, hood tether and stow-away mud flap.
Hyla Vick from Laguna Niguel, CA is the newest member of Team Terry.
Her most recent ride was the 18th annual Tour de Palm Springs, where Hyla rode 51 miles over the course of the weekend. The ride supports over 100 local charities in Coachella Valley and has tallied up over $3,000,000 in contributions since its inception. Riders can choose to ride up to 100 miles with a minimum of 10. There’s even a fun 1-3 mile walk for those without wheels. The weather, scenery, and thousands of riders make it an event like no other.
Hyla’s favorite pieces of cycling apparel: the Bella Prima Knickers for warmer days; Thermal Tight when it’s cooler. “I was comfortable for the entire ride (54 degrees at beginning and 65 degrees at the end.) The knickers were so comfortable, I didn’t want to take them off after the ride.”
Hyla knows the “look good, feel good” mentality also comes from a good post-ride treat. Her favorite is an order of french fries, which also makes for great motivation to find more 50 mile rides.
One cycling destination that Hyla recommends all riders is Orange County, CA. “We have beautiful bike trails with majestic ocean views, amazing hills, and some of the best year round weather for riding!” We’re packing now.
Hyla’s charisma and kindness is contagious, and we’re grateful to have her as a part of our team.
-Casey, Customer Service Superstar
About the Terry Team: This is a monthly shout out to dedicated Terry fans who are part of our illustrious sisterhood of athletes and adventurers. We ride through wind and rain. We sweat. We dream. We discover. We push ourselves to and past our limits. We take each day and ride it to its fullest. Sound like you? Send your story to customerservice@terrybicycles.com.
When considering cycling gear, few components are more important than the choice of footwear, but with all of the different riding types, compatible cleats/petals and price points, it can be mind boggling to find your perfect match. One way to pare down the selection is to shop for women-specific cycling shoes. I have to admit, the first time I was asked the question, “what makes a cycling shoe women specific”, I was a bit stumped and after a bit of searching, I was surprised at the amount of studies that have been done in this area.
Research has found that the shape of women’s feet, and therefore shoe-fit needs, fall into a bell curve. The bulk of the curve (the majority of women) need a shoe that is narrower in the heel/ankle and has more arch support (for higher arches) than typically provided by a men’s shoe. Of course, this is not true for all women, but most will find more comfort, support and power transfer from a shoe with these distinctly non-male characteristics.
With this in mind, these are our top picks for women-specific cycling shoes of 2016.
Best Road Shoe:
Empire Shoe by Giro. Available at terrybicycles.com
The Empire Shoe by Giro is QOM approved. Created with a full carbon sole, this lace-up, high performance cycling shoe built on a woman’s last has unrivaled adjustment with a footbed that lets you fine-tune your fit with an adjustable arch support. Why laces? Giro’s designers say it best:
“Once upon a time, nearly every shoe had a laced closure. In the last few decades, however, mechanical closures have been developed to mimic the function of laces while providing the ability to adust fit on-the-fly. But with each new system, there is always a tradeoff to be considered: limited tolerance to grit and grime; added weight; increased exposure to damage in a crash; or less precise fit adjustment…So why laces? Because the fit and feel of a laced shoe is unrivaled. From different lacing patterns to more incremental adjustment points, laces simply provide more range when it comes to fit, and the feel is more natural.”
Flynt Tri Shoe by Giro. Available at terrybicycles.com
Designed for quick transitions and high performance, this shoe comes in at the top of our list. Not only is the Flynt an amazing tri-specific shoe with it’s breathable microfiber cover, lightweight sole and multiple cleat-compatibility, it’s also a great summer option for road riding. Find more details or purchase, here.
Best All-Around:
Manta Shoe by Giro. Available at terrybicycles.com
For club rides, touring, commuting, single-track, bike-packing and more, the Manta is a very versatile option. We recommend it because it really does give you the best of all worlds: a recessed cleat area for off bike walkability; supple microfiber upper with straps and micro-ratcheting buckle; a stiff and efficient nylon outsole that optimizes each pedal stroke. You’ll be amazed at all the places these shoes will take you. Find out more, here.
As the weather warms, we start to see more and more bikes out on the road that catch your eye and make you say, “…WHOA”. I am here to share my secrets to making the bike you already have, more whoa-worthy without spending a ton of dough.
A little tape can go a long way.
Manual for Speed RFTD SPACE TAPE. Image Source: shop.manualforspeed.com
Available at Manual for Speed, an optical print, Cinelli bar tape can do incredible things for your ride. If you’re feeling like the love for your bicycle is fading – try giving your bike a good scrub down and adding this Space Tape. Your heart and ride will race again.
Take your ride out of this world.
Terry Butterfly Galactic+ Saddle
Not only does the Galactic take comfort up a notch (with a wider cut-out than then traditional Terry Butterfly™), it’s also designed with an iridescent night sky cover with reflective constellation details. How cool is that? SO COOL – everyone who spots it on my bright orange frame is awestruck. However, you don’t have to just take my word for it–if you happen to spot one around town, snap a picture with your flash on and I promise, you will see stars.
As I entered the road bike world, it seemed to be a rule that simple is best for tires. However while watching current cycling trends, as one naturally does on their day off, you know that gumwall tires are back in style and oh boy does that make me happy. My top pick for this throwback accessory is the Veloflex Master Clincher Road Tire. For those of you who want a full on color tire, it’s also available in yellow, blue and red, and can be found here.
The possibilities are endless at Kustomcaps.com. Create your own or choose from ready-made options including their artist series, road caps, and special editions.
Cages that will have you soaring.
The Owl Cage by PDW. Image source: www.ridepdw.com
It is often, as they say, the little things that count. So, if you are looking for a small change for your bicycle that will make you smile look no further than The Owl Cage by Portland Design Works.
Do you have any accessories that make your ride that we didn’t mention? Let us know in the comment section below!
Oh, the places you’ll go – by bike, if you’re lucky. Day Touring is a joy if you’ve got the gear figured out. There are some great new options that allow you to use your road bike so you can cover more ground without slowing down. The key to going light and fast: a monster seatpost bag.
My personal favorite is the Moots Tailgator. Made of Cordura, it’s an ultra-light three-piece system (2 separate bags and a rack that they individually slide onto) that attaches to your seatpost with a simple titanium rack mount. With 400 cu inches of storage capacity, I find it the perfect size for everything needed on a self-supported day into Yellowstone. Sadly, it’s hard to find this pack (I got mine years ago), but here’s a start.
Apidura nails it for ultralight touring (photo illustration courtesy Apidura).
Apidura is a London-based company completely dedicated to ultralight cycling and has several rackless pack options that optimize bike handling and weight distribution. They have front, rear and frame packs, all designed to make best use of your bike space and speed you along. Their Saddle Pack comes in three sizes ( and has a simple three-point attachment system.
To get a fully waterproof option, we look to Ortlieb. They have Seatpost options in two sizes (1.5 and 4 liter capacity) and have welded seams and waterproof fabrics that make them one of the few fully waterproof bags of this type.
They come with quick-release mounts that you attach to your seatpost via adjustable strap (to fit a wide of post diameters). You can also get them in high viz colors.
Another great option in the waterproof category is Blackburn’s Outpost. Simple bike attachment removes any question as far as it fitting your seatpost (although none of these bags is recommended to be used with a carbon seatpost). It’s also expandable to 671 cu inches.
Traveling light in the city is a whole different ballgame on a bike. We found a new pack from Timbuk2 that does a fabulous job at hauling it all beautifully.
The Lux Pack has three huge selling points: it’s ultralight, waterproof, and it’s shiny. Reflective trim for visibility, roll top closure that lets you expand vertically enough for a baguette, keeps a 15″ laptop secure, and holds a whopping 20 liters of stuff. At 2.5 pounds, it’s a silver bullet.
And finally, on the very wee side, a Goody Box is a good idea for minimal additional things you want to keep front and center. We sell tons of these and it’s no wonder. Velcro® straps attach to your top tube and stem; ballistic nylon exterior and waterproof interior with organizing details; clear external top pocket lets you slide in and operate your phone without compromising touch screen functionality.
From European cycling jeans with hidden reflective stars in the cuff, to high viz, high style cycling kits, Spring’s arriving daily at Terry. Catch a sneak preview of all the new products we’ve sourced from far and wide – and get your order ready before the catalog hits next week.
Kara Cycling Jeans in a tomboy fit.Relaxed in fit only – Beth top and Joyce short.
Best print short in the best fit ever: Maloja’s Joyce.
Hi viz done very well – new Featherlight jacket & Bella Short.
Get visibility and convertibility with the Element Zip-off.
A wow: ultralight Slight Trench Dress & Dare Capri.
The Flaxible.
Message Factory rides again, here with the Lotus.
Photo-real prints from MPG. Glow Jersey and Terry Bella Prima.
The Minimalist’s Choice: Blitz Tank and Sun Goddess Short
Innovation in Base Layers and Bibs with the Bullet Collection.
Discover the many reflective and stowaway tricks of the Odyssey Jacket.
Lots of casual, bike-friendly apparel.
The Neci Top and Gateway Pant.
More baggy shorts in prints and solids.
Terry Organic Crew and Sweet Spot Reversible Skirt.
On-the-fly accessories like the Cyclo Travel Sling.
After meeting thousands of women who ride, The Bike Rack knows that everyone who comes into the store will be set up in the saddle a little differently. Their stores, in Omaha and Lincoln, carry the largest selection of bikes and accessories in the Midwest so that they are better able to help women find their dream bikes and the perfect gear.
The goal at Bike Rack is to create a comfortable shop environment that supports all women who want to learn about cycling, advocacy and events in the community, in addition to offering the best bicycles in the area. At this shop, it’s about the experience of freedom, friendship and empowerment that cycling brings. “If we do our jobs right, the only thing you’ll be thinking of as you roll down the road is, “WHEEEEEEE!”
Why do you think women choose to shop at your store?
We have the best customer service in our service departments and on our sales floors. We make it easy to get out and ride!
Why do you sell Terry?
Terry is a company that supports female cyclists in the saddle and out, which means it is easier for us to help women ride comfortably, safely and beautifully. We sell Terry because women love Terry – it’s an absolute favorite in our shop.
When a new-to-cycling women comes in, what’s the first thing you tell her about cycling?
Welcome to the greatest community on the planet!
Next time you’re in the area, stop by or check them out online: Bike-Rack.com
Best Valentine’s Day Gifts For Active Women
February 6, 2016 X Allison Olmsted Most people love chocolate, but Valentine’s Day gifts that are longer lasting can be even better. Here are some great ideas for active women that will show your thoughtfulness and love.
The cycling pros at Terry have led the industry in women specific saddle design for years, and this limited-edition astronomical print version is the perfect choice if she’s the star in your sky. The Galactic+ is part of their renowned Butterfly line, made for endurance riders with a wide cutaway and a reflective cover. ($120, terrybicycles.com)
