From NEW Soleil Fall kits in a blaze of UPF50+ high performance glory, to a brand new Gravel group and Tights galore, we hope you’re ready for the latest–and maybe even greatest–Fall Collection from Terry.
Natural wonders & national treasures light it up for Fall. Soleil Kits in Aspen, Vail and Zion are headliners.
Thermal Jerseys in half or full-zip variations keep you warm AND seen.
Our greatest joy – your photos, stories & letters to Lisa, our evangelist-in-chief. We thought we’d share the most recent…
Back in early May I spoke with Lisa about ordering Soleil Flow tops for a group ride. Lisa was extremely helpful answering questions about sizing and returns. I ordered 6 Love Letter tops, all of which fit perfectly.
On Saturday September 7 my sisters, niece, daughter and I wore our shirts riding for Team DLS in The New England Parkinson’s Ride in Old Orchard Beach, Maine. This ride is the largest independent single-day fundraising event for Team Fox in the entire country. The tops were perfect for a 50 mile ride on a day that started out cool and warmed up. For the first time in 6 our years of participating in this ride to find a cure for Parkinson’s we could easily find each other in a crowded field, it was wonderful! We received many compliments on our tops throughout the ride and acquired the nickname “flower girls.”
Thank you Lisa and TERRY for your customer service and lovely, functional bicycle clothing.
Janet
I made my first solo trip. 3 months of prep then I rode from Oregon to Independence, MO on the Oregon Trail, hitched a ride up to Iowa, then back on the Historic Hwy 20 to Newport, OR. That took 2 months. Total 6700 miles in 5 months, and experiences to last a lifetime! I switched between that top and the one that looked like an evening in the woods! That’s my favorite. I felt much safer having my arms and shoulders covered from sun damage. Have a fantastic remainder of your week, Lisa!
Terri
Happy Wednesday from Terry Seattle!
Best, Caun
Thank you so much Lisa! Have a great day!
Thought I would share with you a picture of our small group women that are headed to the Pyrenees (10-day Coast to Coast across the Pyrenees) wearing our “Pyrenees” Terry Jerseys!!! We love them Pat, Big Sky Montana
I’m a huge fan of Terry and recently got the his and hers Solmates tops. I wanted to share some photos if you wanted to include them in the magazine. My husband is always jealous of my cycling wardrobe and for once he can enjoy it too ! Regards, Ewa
Hi Lisa- Thank you for sending me your email! Here are the pictures I have been wanting to send you from trip with VBT to Mallorca, Spain in May, 2023. I will send pictures from Portugal! Fondly, Krietta
Hi Lisa, this is Patty. I had helped you take pictures on the Greece cruise with Santana. I just wanted to reach out and tell you how much we (Shelli) and I are enjoying our new Jerseys that we bought from you with that sweet discount. We are getting lots of compliments on them and we are referring people to your site! Thanks again! Patty and Shelli
Hi Lisa- A several pictures from our finger lakes tour – 6 days of perfection – waterfalls, wine tasting and biking – everyday a different shirt – Terry of course – a woman from Oregon on our trip ordered the multi striped one since it’s so perfect!! Maryellen
My cousin John and his Solmate Sandy in Portugal…so cute!
As our merchandisers begin to buy for the upcoming season, we wanted to take some time and get direct input from the best customers on the planet to #1 make sure we are fulfilling your cycling needs and get a handle on what we might be missing and #2 find out what other products, brands, categories we can provide to further support our growing community of cyclists.
Please take a moment to participate in our short survey and provide feedback in helping us serve you better in cycling and beyond.
One lucky survey participant will be randomly picked to receive a $100 Terry Gift Certificate for participating in the survey. Winner selected August 23, 2024.
Brightest summer sunshine presents a unique challenge for long-distance cyclists. UV exposure can cause serious eye diseases, accelerate cataracts and play tricks on your vision (I still can’t believe I didn’t see that rock). We’ve been on a mission to find the best options in protective sunglasses for female cyclists with lens options that are uniquely geared for certain types of light conditions. Everything we carry has full UV/UVA protection, in addition to some proprietary technologies that are suited to the needs of cyclists. Here are the top recommendations, along with an explanation of what all those different colored lenses do or do not.
Brown Lens: The darker tint of a brown lens gives you contrast enhancement (great for seeing potholes…or rocks) and is ideal for use in strongest sunlight. An additional benefit of this tint is its ability to provide a higher level of comfort to the eyes.
Smoke/Gray Lens: Neutral in color perception (true-to-life color so no distortion), gray or smoke lenses are excellent for sports and driving. They’re dark enough to provide overall protection but also great for variable weather.
AC Red & Crimson Lenses: A lens with a red tint increases contrast in both sunny and cloudy conditions by blocking blue light. In addition to better visibility, it can also help with providing better depth perception. AC red and rose lenses are also recommended for those who have acute levels of light sensitivity.
Clarion Blue: Blue tint enhances contours and can help reduce glare, particularly on/around water or snow. They also have a calming effect on your eyes.
Clear Lens: Low light protection from rain, debris and UV rays.
Interchangeable Sunglasses
We like the concept of interchangeable lens sunglasses – more bang for your buck. Each interchangeable pair of sunglasses comes with one set of lenses installed and two additional ones that you can easily change out. The lenses are individually designed for different lighting conditions and can be carried in a pack or jersey pocket.
Styles we carry with Interchangeable Lenses are: Rail XC in Crystal Smoke Wisp in Crystal Brown Stash in Race Pink
Fototec Variability
Fototec lenses adapt to your lighting conditions, starting as a light tint and darkening in sunlight as photochromic particles activate. The newest Clarion Blue Fototec photochromic lenses from Tifosi transition from a pleasing light grey tint to a dark grey with blue mirror. They have a moisture-repelling coat and the Tifosi-signature shatterproof polycarbonate material.
Styles we carry with Clarion Blue Fototec lenses are: Rail XC in Crystal Clear Fototech Rivet in Satin Vapor
To Mirror or Not to Mirror
Clarion Mirror Lenses feature a hydrophobic coating that repels water and sweat to help prevent moisture from gathering on the lens, increasing visibility and preventing distortion — all with a bright consistent color.
Styles we carry with Clarion Mirror Interchangeable Lenses are: Rivet in Matte White Stash in Matte Smoke
Hyper Technology
Humans see three primary colors – red, green and blue. Vision begins to distort where these three colors overlap. 100% HiPER® lenses proprietarily filter out these crossovers, resulting in greater contrast and even more vibrant colors.
Styles we carry with HiPER Lenses are: Hypercraft XS in Matte Stone Gray
Readers
Built-in reader lenses are a lifesaver for everybody in that pre-prescription zone. They allow you to quickly check maps, sports apps, or scorecards without needing to switch glasses. With built-in readers, enjoy the convenience of reading small text or making detailed adjustments to your gear on the go.
Styles we carry with Reader Lenses are: Veloce in Matte Black 1.5, 2, 2.5
I can’t remember a time when I didn’t enjoy the experience of travel. For me, it has always been equal parts escape and discovery. I love that feeling of “being lost” in a different culture—navigating language barriers, trying new things, eating different foods. I’ve enjoyed all sorts of travel: with a partner, with friends, and on my own.
Having traveled to four continents, and visited dozens of other countries, and recently, primarily by myself, I’ve noticed two transformations in my travel preferences. One: I prefer to go solo. Two: with each new travel opportunity, I feel increasingly conflicted—I want to go but I don’t want to leave. Perhaps those inclinations come with age. The thought of joining a group with specific agendas and schedules renders this free-range female feeling leashed and boxed in. I’ve reached a point in my life where I am so completely comfortable in my skin and content in my beautiful home in Northern New Mexico that few places can compete with the sacred Sangre de Cristo mountains that are the beloved backdrop of my home life.
Haven riding her homebase of New Mexico.
However, a milestone birthday (an age with a “zero” at the end) was approaching and I wanted to celebrate it by traveling somewhere I had never been. I had a lot to celebrate—we all do—yet it seems rare that we take the time to acknowledge our successes, our spirit, and our resilience. I’d come through a lot. I lost loved ones that no heart was ever built to withstand. I’ve gone through a divorce—a breakup with my first love that hurt me deeply and confused me even more. I changed jobs and geographical locations and battled back from a health issue. Like so many of us, I had been knocked down, fought to find my footing, and got back up again. We all have a story, and I was ready to celebrate mine.
Because I enjoy travel yet grapple with the feeling of not wanting to leave, I knew this “Milestone Trip,” needed to be special. I worked closely with my financial advisor and saved money for more than a year. It took months to decide where this magical milestone would be celebrated—nothing felt right. I ruled out big ticket bucket list items—things like an African safari, trekking through Bhutan, a wellness retreat in Bali—none of those things resonated. My savings account was gaining weight, yet I was no closer to a decision.
Reflective by nature, I decided to step away from the travel blogs and stopped considering destinations. I removed the pressure of planning the ideal trip which is when the fog began to clear. I thought about my story and how I had overcome so much. The one consistent component of healing from loss, accepting grief, and becoming the best version of myself always included my bike. Death, divorce, depression, anxiety, fear…I took those intruders along on every ride. As I pedaled through miles of metamorphoses, there were good days, bad days, and many that landed somewhere in between and my bike was always there—part of my healing, part of my growth. When I considered that, I asked myself why would riding a bike not be part of my celebration? I decided wherever I went, a bike would be a big part of the experience.
Now, for the destination. I have always been intrigued by the San Juan Islands. The Salish Sea and archipelago off the coast of Washington are home to two ecotypes of orca whales and one of the only places on Earth where they can be watched from shore. In a “you-can’t-get-there-from-here” location, accessing the series of remote islands takes some planning. My mental fog had begun to clear but my confidence was low. I wanted to spend time on the islands, seeing them by bike, yet with unreliable ferries that required reservations for vehicles months in advance, it all felt overwhelming. I wanted a pure vacation, the kind where I didn’t have to think, where things would be taken care of so I could be present.
In retrospect, the planning was not as complicated as I had thought it would be. My goal was to celebrate and travel with the liberation that has come to define me. I’ve traveled all over the world and decided to treat the San Juan Islands as I would another country. I didn’t need to limit myself by renting a car which would alleviate any concern for following a specific ferry schedule with a prepaid reservation. Like traveling in other countries, I decided to keep it simple and in doing so, things simply fell into place.
Finding My Stride In The San Juan Islands.
I landed in Seattle and made my way to the bus service that would take passengers to the ferry terminal. Within minutes of waiting for the bus, I met Laurie, a local who provided insight that can’t be found in travel brochures. She was the gateway to a week of enjoying the islands like a tourist, with knowledge of a local. Having decided to forego any formal type of group anything, I had arranged to rent a road bike in Friday Harbor from a local shop. The owner not only delivered the Specialized Roubaix to my cottage, but he attached my pedals, and fit me to the bike. With a map he had brought along, he suggested routes to ride and pointed out places of interest—it was all the proverbial handholding I needed, I was ready to ride.
A very Specialized delivery for Haven.
Days later, a quick ferry ride to a neighboring island saw me doing a similar thing—riding miles along the beautiful coastline, stopping when I wanted to stop, and eating where I wanted to eat. Most solo travelers report shared experiences. It is easier to meet people (particularly locals who always seem to hold solos in high regard) and with no schedule to follow or the expectations of others to be concerned with, the added ability to linger delivers richer experiences, more meaningful conversations, and time to enjoy being in the moment with a near child-like excitement. For me, it is the essence of an authentic vacation.
Fairytale views from the ferry.
Feeling unencumbered to celebrate and enjoy my vacation, I fell in love with the San Juan Islands. I rode a bike, stopped for lunch at shellfish farms, visited lighthouses, watched orcas from the shore, and enjoyed meals alone as well as with others.
Fueling up at a shellfish farm on Orca’s Island.Haven and her newfound friends, Julia and Kristel, all wearing their Terry favorites.
I talked with strangers who became friends, met other cyclists, and got to know four horses while staying on a small farm. Halfway through the trip, I knew I would return. Without worrying about an automobile, I had the autonomy to go only as fast as my bike would take me. It turns out, that was fast and far enough. The trip was one of the most rewarding I’ve ever taken. My choice of traveling solo provided the freedom to ride when I wanted (and I rode a lot). Like every travel experience I’ve ever had, I stepped outside my comfort zone to once again realize that it had expanded, and I had grown. I will visit the San Juans again and while I expect I’ll feel the initial hesitancy of not wanting to leave, I know I will be ready to go.
All roads lead to home.
About Haven:
Haven Lindsey is a freelance writer and avid cyclist in Taos, New Mexico, where she lives with her dog, Gracie, and cats Pine Cone and Banjo. Haven is both a road cyclist and mountain biker but notes that road cycling is her first love. When she first saw cyclists riding up a mountain in Switzerland, she knew at that moment that she needed to take part in the action and from that day forth became a cyclist. In fact, she once broke her foot playing tennis and specifically had her surgeon fit her cycling shoe to her boot so she could continue doing what she loved while she recovered.
Haven at the Lime Kiln State Park Lighthouse
Haven began contributing to the Sidesaddle Blog after sharing her powerful poem ‘A Mourning Ride‘ with the Terry Team. Her writing beautifully expresses the tremendous impact cycling can have on one’s life and she has since become one of Terry’s most prominent ambassadors. Haven has said that even if she wasn’t a writer by trade, she would still write for fun because she enjoys the process of taking a blank slate and bringing it to life with words that help to inform, educate, and perhaps make you feel something along the way. To keep up with Haven Lindsey and read more of her work, please visit her website: 4havensake.com
Fourteen years ago, a Canadian woman called with questions about Terry products and shared with me her captivating story. After a 2001 mountain biking accident in Vermont left her in a six-week coma with right-side paralysis, followed by eight months of rehab learning to walk and talk, she discovered a new passion in para-cycling, a true testament to her love of sports.
When I wrote about Shelley in 2016, she was heading to the Paralympic games in Rio and had already earned 12 world championships. Today, she proudly displays a bronze medal from the Rio games and 18 World Championships—unmatched by anyone in her sport.
She rides and races a beautiful custom tricycle with a Terry Damselfly saddle https://www.terrybicycles.com/saddles; her right side is supported by arm and leg braces adorned with the Canadian Maple Leaf, and she still loves to ride for her country.
Her most recent honors include being the 2023 flag bearer for Team Canada at the Parapan American Games in Santiago, Chile, and this week, Illuminating Niagara Falls to mark the 50-day countdown to the Paralympics Paris.
Last month, I had the chance to meet Shelley in person, and I asked if retirement was on the horizon. At 55, she said not yet; I have more to accomplish! This launched a wonderful conversation about her future. When Shelley retires from racing, she would love to work with us to support athletes with disabilities in leading healthy and active lifestyles through adaptive cycling activities by providing hands-on support.
Shelley’s journey is a testament to the power of determination and resilience. Her smile brightens everyone’s day, and we are thrilled to call her our friend. I look forward to continuing to cover this successful, courageous, and motivated woman.
And a lovely array of prints that are ideal for each one. As day 2 of the Grand Depart gets under way, we urge you to pick up one these limited editions that draw their artistic flair from the most beautiful Renaissance city in Italy.
Which shorts make the most sense in hot weather? Should you think about riding without a chamois to reduce the amount of moisture buildup? Are shorter shorts more likely to chafe against your inner thigh? What about loose fit versus high compression? Summer presents a whole other level of consideration when it comes to comfort on a bike. This guide is intended to help you figure out what’s right for you.
Cooling Fabric
New fabric technologies have entered the fray and we are particularly sold on Brrr. The marketing spin is that this advanced performance fabric was scientifically developed to harness the power of micro cooling technology and elevate the “triple chill effect”: cooling sensation, hyper wicking, increased fresh experience. We liked this combination and developed our new Hot Flash with this fabric. It’s our lightest, coolest, summer short yet.
NEW Hot Flash with Brrr cooling technology
Inner & Outer Ventilation
Temperatures 80+ are a blessing and a curse for anybody doing anything aerobic in a mostly static position like sitting on a bike saddle. Staying dry and ventilated in the nether regions, even on shorter rides, can be next to impossible. This gets compounded by the additional layers and materials of a chamois which can act like a giant sponge. The key is balancing comfort, ventilation and air flow. Our Flex Air and Fleet Air chamois are the absolute best as the foams we use for these are perforated for venting. The Flex Air Lite versions use thinner foam so they’re even better at moisture control. Paired up with a Terry saddle, this combination is as good an environment as you can achieve, wearing a padded short.
Shorts we recommend with our lightest Flex Air Lite chamois:
Chill 5 – a short-short that’s a minimalist in every way…including no leg bandsRebel is ultralight and has large mesh leg panels for extra ventingUPF 50+ Soleil has Flex Air Lite…and side mesh pockets.The NEW Liberty lite takes a Terry favorite and lightens up both the fabric and the chamois.
Riding Commando
Don’t even think about it unless you have a Terry saddle, but riding chamois free can also be a great way to reduce the heat factor and moisture buildup. It requires a slightly different thought process when it comes to short design through the crotch; you don’t want seams through the center. Look for shorts with a center gusset panel and wicking fabric.
Metro provides a center gusset & 7″ inseam with loose legsBliss gives you the loose, light, unpadded option with fusion gusset stretch panel for comfort
Is Shorter Better?
It only makes sense that going with a shorter length bike short will also help reduce the heat. Doing it comfortably can be tricky, as the shorter the short, the more likely you are to get inner thigh/saddle chafing.
At 5″, this is our shortest Bella with all the bells and whistles that’s made Bella our best sellerQuickest drying fabric and at 5″ is shortest of the Touring family.Wayfarer 7″ splits the difference and adds pockets.Our 5″ Club Short with minimalist chamois and new drop-in pocket knows how to take the heat.
Summer Cycling Tips
Remove your cycling shorts immediately after a ride and hop in the shower.
Don’t add – no underwear under bike shorts, particularly in the heat.
Avoid riding in cotton shorts as they will absorb moisture and create a breeding ground for bacteria.
Buy good quality (Terry) shorts that have an antibacterial cover on the chamois.
Saddles with cutaways not only provide for comfort but for ventilation.
Change up your riding style during the summer — get out of the saddle more frequently.
While June 21st, might be the official start of Summer, I think we can all agree that Memorial Day Weekend is the kickoff party. To help you celebrate and shift into warm-weather mode, we’re offering 30% off on our favorite Bike Shorts and Knickers for a limited time. Here’s what we recommend adding to your riding wardrobe for miles of smiles this summer…
Available in 3 lengths and sizes XS-3X, these are the best shorts for bike touring. There, we said it. Equipped with an impressive feature package that’s ideally suited for multi-day bike travels, our Touring Shorts are made from a tri-blended fabric that was specifically developed to keep you dry, comfortable and supported. It has a moderately compressive fit and includes our dedicated Flex Air Touring chamois, one of the most padded chamois we offer. The Touring Shorts are among our best selling and most loved collections of shorts and are the ones we recommend to riders of all levels and sizes.
These shorts are meant for climbing, and that’s just what they’ll do! I bought these shorts before going to France to ride, and I am happy to say that they are GREAT! My husband and I logged almost 90 miles, and climbed over 10,000 feet, and they (and I) still feel like new!
A Bicycling magazine Editor’s Choice and a firm favorite of the gals at FemmeCyclist, the buttery-soft Breakaway Short packs an incredible level of features and value into a performance cycling short. Available in black or charcoal, this highly rated short has sculpted paneling, a minimally compressive and moisture wicking soft nylon/spandex fabric, and our premium Fleet Air chamois that’s ideal for almost any duration of time in the saddle.
My Breakaway shorts are my GO-TO short and I probably own about 8 pairs. Love the padding, weight (light), waistband, and length. Nothing compares. Thanks again, Terry for keeping me comfy AND stylish.
Cam in her Chill 7 Shorts with her sidecar companion, Rick.
Call it bias, but the Chill 7 Shorts are this blogger’s personal favorite. Sleek and simply constructed yet technically ingenious, they use the latest in fabric technologies to eliminate the leg band and instead seamlessly integrate silicone against the thigh to prevent them from riding up. The result? No bulge, no pinch and no sausage effect, despite the Chill being one of the highest compression styles we offer. I love the ultra-wide waistband and the 7 inch inseam is perfect for shorter riders such as myself or anyone who wants to show some shin this season. Outfitted with our thinner Flex Air Lite chamois, this is a great summer performance short, but don’t just take my word for it:
I love these shorts so much, I bought spare pairs! The waistband is comfortable and stays in place. The same with the gripper free legs. The fabric is light enough for hot summer riding, and the chamois, while effective, is compact enough that my riding buddy had to ask if it was padded since she didn’t want to get caught staring at my backside. I would definitely recommend these shorts.
Our goal with the Long Haul was to design a lightweight performance-level short that would be up for the challenge of centuries, high heat situations, international touring and gravel riding. To hit our marks, we started from the inside out and gave it our new Flex Air Max chamois that provides an additional dual-density layer of padding that adds another level of comfort without increasing bulk. Minimally constructed with a combination of high compression fabrics and its longer inseam length helps reduce muscle fatigue while the lightness of the overall short makes them incredibly comfortable.
Super comfy!! They are the best shorts I have ever purchased!! They keep me comfortable on my long rides.
The use of a sensuous performance fabric and the complete removal of a leg band define this Terry staff favorite. The Easy Rider is made from a sueded, matte-finished nylon/spandex fabric that gives it a unique and luxe texture and is equipped with a super wide waistband, our Fleet Air chamois and raw-cut legs. Designed so you can wear it comfortably for rides of most any duration, this is one of the best values you’ll finding during our Memorial Day Sale and beyond.
Easy Rider checks all the boxes. I love the matte finish and the fabric is light and breathes. Check! The waistband and bandless legs add to the shorts flattering fit. Check! Comfortable and washing well after multiple rides. Check!
This trail blazer provides women with a longer length, 2-piece short/padded liner combo that can be pulled on easily and comfortably worn on or off the bike. It’s been tested out on Italian bike tours (where it excelled at truffle hunting), on the singletrack of Montana, and has even become part of the unofficial workplace uniform for Team Terry. Made of a recycled stretch woven polyester, the Rover has an easy-fit printed mesh waistband, 2 front zippered pockets to secure essentials and a 13 inch inseam that provides excellent coverage without inhibiting mobility. It comes ready to ride with our padded Universal Liner that can swiftly be removed when you transition from gravel to travel or from bike mode to work mode.
Bought these & 3 other clothing items. All were the perfect fit, very comfortable, easy to care for, & I got many compliments. All my future bike clothing will be coming from Terry!
Catherine L., self-proclaimed Terry customer for life
The Bella Prima Knicker is available in Blackout or with Pink contrast stitching.
The Bella Prima Knicker is our best-in-class performance bottom that extends coverage below the knee and comes with our top-of-the-line Flex Air Carbon chamois that is faster drying, has heightened antimicrobial and moisture wicking properties, and is naturally antistatic. Made with our sublime French nylon high compression fabric with a satiny matte finish, it’s a sleek, multi-season riding bottom with lots of additional features you don’t typically find in women’s cycling capris, and a fit that has made it an essential for cyclists of all varieties.
Do I recommend these? Oh yes, yes, yes! I already have a pair of these Bella Prima Knickers & love them so much I purchased a second pair. Chamois is fantastic, waist stays where you want it, no binding on the leg edges, fabric is perfection where compression is concerned plus it’s quite stylish. Sizing in right on also. What’s not to love?
With more coverage than shorts and less heat than tights, the Knicker is one of our most popular cycling bottoms for all-season riding and has the same design elements as our esteemed Touring Shorts. It is made from the same great tri-blended fabric blend, is available in sizes XS-3X and of course, includes our dedicated Flex Air Tour chamois.
I finally found a pair of bike knickers that don’t give me hives after a long day of riding in the heat. These feel more like leggings than the typical spandex bike tights, and yet still are snug on my legs to prevent chafing. I’ll definitely be buying another pair!
After our Breakaway Short was awarded Editors’ Choice by Bicycling magazine, we knew we should also offer it in a longer length for more coverage and seasonal usability. The Breakaway Knicker, available in black or charcoal, is now one of our most popular bottoms and is made of a silky, lightweight performance fabric that allows you to use it comfortably in a wide variety of temperatures without overheating or getting sunburned.
My search for the best riding knicker has ended – I found the Breakaway and it’s perfect. Fabric, fit and length combine to make the most comfortable knicker to ride in. It’s comfortable in hot weather, a real plus for this summer.
Terrie H.
Head to: terrybicycles.com to save 30% on all these great bottoms and MORE through Friday, May 31st. Plus, receive free shipping on orders $50 & up. Happy Summer!
