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Cycling Essentials for Women: Bikes, Gear & Tools
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I’ve rounded up my favorite products that make rides smoother, safer, and more fun. This list includes everything from bike recommendations to women’s cycling clothing, helmets, and hydration must-haves, plus maintenance products and tools that keep ...
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Bicycles
 
Apparel
 
Gear & Accessories
 
Tools & Maintenance
 
Nutrition & Hydration

Bicycles

Finding the right bike makes all the difference. These picks include models designed with tall women in mind—comfortable geometry, reliable performance, and smooth rides for both road and trail.

 
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My most frequently used bike. I love the versatility of riding on roads and gravel with this model.
Cannondale Topstone 4 Bike | REI Co-op
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My pride and joy full suspension mountain bike <3 We've been through thick and thin together. It's worth the price tag.
Instinct Alloy 50
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Apparel

Cycling clothes should fit well and move with you. These options are tailored for (tall) women, from padded shorts to breathable jerseys, so you can ride longer in comfort and style.

 
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Bibs really are the key to a comfortable ride. These are elite and offer the right padding and stretch.
Shop Unisex Cycling Bibs Online | NeoPro USA
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Lulu dup and available in tall.. an absolute must! These are super soft and stretchy. They don't feel constricting and don't ride up. I love wearing these on a cooler weather walk or bike ride.
Long Sleeve Performance Shirts | Old Navy - Gap
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Lulu dup but available in tall and a much better price. These are so soft, very stretchy, not constricting and make perfect cycling shirts.
Go-Dry Seamless Performance Short Sleeve Top for Women - Old Navy - Gap
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Gear & Accessories

From helmets to gloves and sunglasses, the right gear keeps you safe and enhances every ride. These are my go-to essentials for protection and performance.

 
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Standard MTB with extra MIPS protection.
Giro Fixture Mips II Bike Helmet | REI Co-op
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Cycling glasses are actually a must and not just for style 😎 these are shatterproof, anti-glare (crucial), and perfectly tinted.
Sports Sunglasses, Cycling And Running Eyewear | Sanctum | Aqua Shimmer - Smoke Tint w Rose Pink Mirror | Tifosi Optics
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Kuat bike racks are notoriously the best. Sturdy, reliable, easy to load and unload. They work great for my precious bikes.
Kuat Racks NV Base 2.0 Bike Rack
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The saddle that came with my Cannondale Topstone 4 was NOT it. It was downright painful on any ride, let alone long rides. The saddle is incredibly important and worth the upgrade. This one doesn't cause pain and is overall pretty comfortable for me.
Power Pro with Mirror - Bike Saddles
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Stay hydrated! These bottle cages make grabbing your bottle and putting it back mid ride super easy. I have two on my frames.
Zee Cage II – Right
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Get some sick glasses and feel like a real cyclist. These come with three lenses for different lighting and conditions.
Moab Cycling Sunglasses
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Tools & Maintenance

Keeping your bike in top shape doesn’t have to be complicated. These tools and maintenance products make it easier to handle quick fixes and regular upkeep at home or on the road.

 
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Favorite chain lube to keep the chain clean and working well.
Dry Lube - 4 oz.
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Tubeless tire sealant.. no green slime nonsense and easy to clean off if it drips on other parts.
Stan's NoTubes Original Tubeless Sealant | REI Co-op
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Always have a multi tool on every ride!
crankbrothers M-17 Multi-Tool | REI Co-op
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Nutrition & Hydration

Fuel and hydration are key for endurance and recovery. These products help me stay energized and hydrated, whether I’m on a short ride or logging serious miles.

 
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Essential hydration.. easy to pack and tasty.
Zero Sugar Electrolytes | Paleo-Keto Friendly Hydration
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Simple water bottle that's easy to grab out of your water bottle cage and drink from without slowing down on your bike!
CamelBak Podium Chill 21 oz. Water Bottle
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