Category: Sidesaddle Blog
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SUMMER SALE ON NOW.
In just a few short weeks, the Terry Fall catalog will be appearing in your mailbox. We know, we know, we’re not ready for summer to be over either, but the good news is that we’re starting our summer sale and there are lots of deals to be had…
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PODIUM PERKS.
The sport of cycling has its royalty, with all the fanfare, fans bare and tributes that come with it. And while we all know that podiums may crumble and kings can fall, companies (and the buying public) love a winner.

Limited edition Scicon bike travel bag, Peter Sagan logo-ized. 
Something zoomy for Mr. Froomey. 
Italian beauty; Italian tragedy 
CVNDSH speedy special editions from Oakley & Specialized 
Fausto Coppi, captured in the art of Riccardo Guasco 
The Cannibal, memorialized by Michael Valenti 
Knighthood for a Podium King.
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FRENCH CYCLE CHIC.

photo courtesy of Alchetron Although now retired, former road racer, Marion Rousse, is an icon for all things French + cycling + women who race. She’s now working for Eurosport and continues to be married to cycling in every possible way (husband Tony Gallopin). How does the average French woman dress to ride? With the help of several boutique brands with style and technical savoir faire.

Cafe du Cycliste 
Warsaw 
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VIVE LE TOUR.
Final day for ProDEALS of the Tour. We have LOVED this year’s Tour de France and its many surprising moments. Peter Sagan’s latest “rocky” video…Chris Froome dancing on the pavement…spectator belt deflategate. It’s sad to see it end and we’re already thinking ahead to next year. In the meantime, you have a few hours left to take advantage of our final ProDEAL week this summer…

Chainring Tattoo Tank $30 (reg. $50); Flora Skirt $33 (reg. $55) 
Middleton Tunic $33.60 (reg. $56); Willow Short $38.40 (reg. $64) 
Carve’s lightest weight Southold Sweatpant $43.20 (reg. $72) 
Peasant Blouse $55 (reg. $92); Drape Short $55 (reg. $92) 
CA Bear Henley $29 (reg. $58); Lakeside Skirt $32 (reg. $64) 
Dreamy Sweat Pea with relaxed fit and hand pockets $55 (reg. $92) 
Ode to Provence $47 (reg. $78) 
Get ahead of the curve in Apres Velo’s Crankit Dress $48 (reg. $80). 
Cherry Blossom time $55 (reg. $92) 
Vintage Tees – get one in each color (they’re awesome) $22 (reg. $36) -
GOOD TO BE THE QUEEN.
At least for today. Last chance to get what’s left of our Queen of the Mountain Collection during our ProDEALS of the Tour…
TOURING JERSEY (plus sizes, too)

Posies $42.50/$47.50 (reg. $85/$95) 
Monumental $42.50/$47.50 (reg. $85/$95) Actif Jersey (plus sizes, too)

Rosalita $38.50/$43.50 (reg. $77/$87) 
Posies $38.50/$43.50 (reg. $77/$87) CRAFT ESCAPE

Escape Hoody $48 (reg. $80); Escape Short $48 (reg. $80) PURE FUN

Pure, simple, forgiving fit $27 (reg. $45)
Cutout Tank $xx (reg. $52); Classic Tank $xx (reg. $52); Cruiser Skort (unpadded) $xx (reg. $59) 
Reversible Jewel $45 (reg. $75) Side A… 
…and side B. 
Beth Multi tech tee $48 (reg. $80) 
Joyce Short $60 (reg. $100) 
Sandra sandals $54 (reg. $90) 
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SWISS STYLE.
As the Tour makes its way through the Jura Massif region from France into Switzerland this weekend, we’d like to highlight some of that area’s distinctive cycling style…
BMC
Mountains are unavoidable in Switzerland and for BMC, the testing and proving ground for its premium performance bikes. A pro team sponsor nearly since its inception, the bike geeks at BMC are devoted to precision engineering, with a Swiss carbon production facility that arguably produces the “Porsche of race bikes”.
Check.
ASSOS
Although their women’s line is extremely limited (and extremely expensive), Assos is one of those aspirational brands that, like a Swiss watch, oozes perfection.
CUORE
One of the sponsors of the IAM Cycling Tour De France team, CUORE is another Swiss manufacturer with incredible attention to detail when it comes to apparel. Check out this elegant flatseam stitch with 4 thread colors, recently shared on FB:
QLOOM
Surf-inspired bikewear? Yes, please. These guys are the full lifestyle brand package, with a graphic that demonstrates it best here:
AND, they just received a biggie award by Outside magazine’s Buyer’s Guide for their Women’s Black Beach Shorts.
WENGER
The Biker 37 Swiss Army knife is a cycling variation of the iconic classic that dates back to 1889.
VOLTITUDE
And speaking of Swiss Army, check out the Voltitude V1 fold-up, pedal-assist electric bike. With free shipping worldwide, this highly patented Swiss beauty can be folded and unfolded in exactly 1 second.
SPARTACUS
Okay, when it comes to Swiss cycling style, nothing else comes close:

Fabian Cancellara, photo courtesy of Getty Images & Cycling News Photo credits:
BMC
SupercarsofAustria
Assos
Cuore
Qloom
Wenger
Voltitude
Getty Images
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SHOP LOCAL: BIKE WORLD, IOWA.
Bike World has been Iowa’s local bike shop since 1979. As “The Store that Supports the Sport”, they’re dedicated to providing the best selection, customer service, and cycling support in Iowa. Retail locations in Ames, Urbandale and West Des Moines allow Bike World to actively support these communities through bike safety presentations, local rides and cycling clubs, and they’re one of the official shops of RAGBRAI. To encourage folks to see the world through two wheels, they’ve even developed a tv show called Bike People which features trail highlights from around the midwest.
1. Why do you think women choose shop at your store?
We make it our mission to provide an enjoyable shopping experience for everybody who visits. Customer service is #1, and we also provide the widest selection of women’s cycling apparel in the area. We really want folks to be comfortable while riding. Finding the right fit, whether on a bike or with accessories, is an important part of that. We also host an annual Ladies Bike Social that creates a low pressure atmosphere for ladies to come in and gain knowledge about our products. Over 200 women attended this past year.
2. Why do you sell Terry?
Terry has great products that we can stand behind with confidence… both in quality and design.
3. When a new-to-cycling female customer comes in, what’s the first thing you tell her about cycling?
That the most important thing is that you are comfortable! You need a bike that feels great, and accessories to enhance that experience!
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A TOAST!
The right way (and the right recipe) to watch this weekend’s mountain stages of the Tour.
A Poid de Pastis
- 2 ounces very cold water
- .5 ounce Pastis (I recommend Henri Bardouin)
- Maraschino cherries
- Long cocktail spears (5.5″)
- Champagne flutes
So simple, yet so fun. Pour 2 ounces of very cold water into champagne flute. Add .5 ounce of Pastis (if you’re a lightweight like me and still want to go for a ride later) and it changes to a milky white color. Spear your cherries and gently place them in the flute. Allez allez!!
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FINAL SPRINT.
Last day to save up to 50% on our Sprinter’s Cycling Collection during the ProDEALS of the Tour:

Blitz Tank $36 (reg. $60) 
Tech Tank $18.50 (reg. $37); Stretch Mini $21 (reg. $42) 
Polar Bottle $9 (reg. $15) 
Glow Print Jersey $48 (reg. $80) 
5-Star Rated Tribeca Tunic $45 (reg. $75) 
Odyssey Jacket $65 (reg. $108) 
Terry Metro $47.50 (reg. $95) 
Deva Dress $40 (reg. $80) 
Nau Repose Dress $49 (reg. $98) And don’t forget to pick up this week’s Web Exclusive…BUDDIES!!

Tour Exclusive: Tech Tee, Buddies




















