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goRide supporting you & your family to SMILE when you ride.
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The best way to measure is with a tape measure. If you don’t have a tape measure use a piece of string or some wool then lay this out along a ruler. You must do both measurements so that you have all the information you need to make a good decision about which size is right.
Palm Length – from the lines created by your wrists to the base of your middle finger – see photo
Palm Circumference – from the base of your little finger around the base of your index finger and back to your little finger (right around your knuckles) – see photo
See the size chart below to help with choosing the most comfortable size. If your measurement falls between sizes think about what this product is meant to do – fit snugly and not interfere with grip – so you should go for a size that will be firm.
| KIDS Size | Palm Length | Palm Circumference |
| X-Small | 6cm | 14 – 15.5cm |
| Small | 7cm | 15 – 16.5cm |
| Medium | 8cm | 16 – 17.5cm |
| Large | 9cm | 17 – 18.5cm |
Take your time and measure well but be reassured that we are happy with returns because we want you to have the solution that is right for YOU so if you have to send it back it’s no problem at all, goRide Returns.
Note: The large size of the kids biking gloves is the same size as the Women’s Small therefore if you are large you can also consider Women’s or Mens’s glove options.
The best way to measure is with a tape measure. If you don’t have a tape measure use a piece of string or some wool then lay this out along a ruler. You must do both measurements so that you have all the information you need to make a good decision about which size is right.
Palm Length – from the lines created by your wrists to the base of your middle finger – see photo
Palm Circumference – from the base of your little finger around the base of your index finger and back to your little finger (right around your knuckles) – see photo
See the size chart below to help with choosing the most comfortable size. If your measurement falls between sizes think about what this product is meant to do – fit snugly and not interfere with grip – so you should go for a size that will be firm.
PLEASE NOTE: The Winter Glove is a unisex glove and will fit a wide range of hand sizes
| Size | Palm Length | Palm Circumference |
| X-Small | 8cm | 16 – 17.5cm |
| Small | 9cm | 17 – 18.5cm |
| Medium | 10cm | 18 – 19.5cm |
| Large | 11cm | 19 – 20.5cm |
| X-Large
XX-Large |
12cm
13cm |
20 – 21.5cm
21 – 23.5+ |
Take your time and measure well but be reassured that we are happy with returns because we want you to have the solution that is right for YOU so if you have to send it back it’s no problem at all, goRide Returns.
Note: The x-small size of the winter biking gloves is the same size as a Kids Medium Glove (fingerless) therefore if your child fits a kids medium they can also consider the Winter glove as an option.
$29.95
Padded full finger style giving full hand coverage and protection.
Multi-environment. On and off road.
Less than 2 hours on road/paved. Less than 1 hour uneven terrain. Winter/Spring/Autumn glove (can be worn all year round).
Once/week to daily
Riding to school. Riding on road, trails paved or gravel with family and friends. Relaxed multi-day.
Padded fingerless style giving coverage and protection to the palm of the hand.
Multi-environment. On and off road.
Less than 2 hours on road/paved. Less than 1 uneven terrain. Summer/Spring/Autumn glovethough can be used all year round (esp. if riding warmer part of a winter day)
Once/week to daily
Riding to school. Riding on road, trails paved or gravel with family and friends. Relaxed multi-day.
$45.00
Fleece lined, thermal full finger giving full hand coverage and protection from cold.
Multi-environment. On and off road.
Less than 2 hours on road/paved. Less than 1 hour uneven terrain. Winter glove.
Once/week to daily
Riding to school. Riding on road, trails paved or gravel with family and friends. Relaxed multi-day.
Well padded full finger style giving full hand coverage and protection.
Multi-environment. On and off road.
More than 2 hours on road/paved. More than 1 hour challenging/uneven terrain. Shoulder season/winter glove (can be worn all year round).
Once/week to daily
Multi-environment glove – on and off road riding where you are spending time on a bike and/or riding on varied/challenging terrain. Applicable to regular or e-bikes
Well padded fingerless style giving coverage and protection to the palm of the hand.
Multi-environment. On and off road.
More than 2 hours on road/paved. More than 1 hour challenging/uneven terrain. Summer and shoulder season glove.
Once/week to daily
Multi-environment glove – on and off road riding where you are spending time on a bike and/or riding on varied/challenging terrain in warmer weather. Applicable to regular or e-bikes
Minimal padding full finger style giving full hand coverage and protection.
Town paved gravel trails
Less than 1.5 – 2 hours. Shoulder season/winter glove (can be worn all year round).
Short Daily – Weekly
Town, short commute, easy trail and gravel roads on regular or e-bike or if you enjoy minimal padding
Minimal padding fingerless style giving coverage and protection to the palm of the hand.
Town paved gravel trails
Less than 1.5 – 2 hours. Summer and shoulder season glove.
Short Daily – Weekly
Town, short commute, easy trail and gravel roads in warmer weather on regular or e-bike or if you enjoy minimal padding
Unisex Winter Glove – fleece
$45.00
Fleece & thermal fabric giving coverage and protection from the cold.
Town paved gravel trails
Less than 1.5 – 2 hours. Winter glove.
Short Daily – Weekly
Town, short commute, riding to school, easy trail and gravel roads in winter weather on regular or e-bike
$105.00
60 – 90 upright
Town paved gravel trails
Less than 1.5 hours
Once/week to daily
Urban riding, short commute, fitness riding, relaxed multi-day & e-biking in upright position.
$132.00
45 – 90 slight forward bend
Town paved gravel trails
Less than 2 hours
Once/week to daily
Urban riding, short commute, fitness riding, relaxed multi-day & e-biking in forward lean to upright position.
$160.00
15 – 90 full range
Mountain Bike Trails
Greater than 1 hour
Regular
Mountain Biking, Bikepacking & e-Mountain biking from easy to challenging terrain
$145.00
45 – 90 slight forward bend
Town paved gravel trails
Greater than 1.5 hours
Most days and/or multi-day
Long Commute, multi-day, touring, fitness training -including e-biking, building up to or returning to this level of activity.
$255.00
15 – 90 full range
One bike – all riding surfaces
Greater than 1.5 hours
Most days and/or multi-day
Multiple use, in all riding environments including challenging terrains. For experienced riders or those planning high use of their bikes
$145.00
15 – 60 fwd bend
On the road, sealed trails
Greater than 1 hours
Regular
Road bike – smooth surfaces ranging from flat to hill climbing, beginner competition
1-3 years
Handlebar stem, mounting needs 25mm+ of space
Between your arms
5 point harness
Magnetic buckle
Traffic riding, short commute, pathways, easy trails, multi day
Great introduction to riding, best interaction, best for 1 yr old
1-3 years
Handlebar stem, mounting needs 5mm+. Specific to mountain bikes
Between arms
5 point harness
Wherever you want to ride your mountain bike with your child
Includes an A-Head Adaptor to mount the seat onto a mountain/trail style handlebar stem. Only option for a front seat when you ride a mountain/trail style bike
1-3 years
Handlebar stem, 2 adaptors included
Standard needs 35mm+ of space, A-Head needs 4mm space
Between your arms
2 point harness
Traffic riding, short commute, pathways, easy trails, multi day
Town, urban, commute style bikes with a Quill Handlebar Stem. Windscreen gives protection from elements
Rear Carrier Mount Kids Seat
Thule Yepp Nexxt Maxi
$299.00
1-6 years
Clamps and locks onto a rear carrier
Behind adult
5 point harness
Magnetic buckle
Traffic riding, short or long commute, pathways, easy trails, easy MTB, multi days
Versatile across environments and good age range, great transport/commuting option
Rear Frame Mount Kids Seat
Yepp Maxi
$249.00
1-6 years
Adaptor clamps onto seat post tube, 12.5cm clear space
Behind adult
5 point harness
Traffic riding, short or long commute, pathways, easy trails, easy MTB, multi days
Attachment does not require a rear carrier. Versatile across environments and good age range, great transport/commuting option
Rear Junior Kids Seat
BoBike Junior
$250.00
4-10 years
Adaptor clamps onto seat post tube and supports secured to seat post stays
Behind adult
Lap belt
Adjustable
Traffic riding, short or long commute, pathways, easy trails
Great transport/commuting option for older child when they do not need their own bike
Rear Frame or Carrier Mount Kids Seat
BoBike One Maxi
$280.00
1-6 years
Click & go carrier mount or ‘1P’ mount & bracket for frame
Behind adult
2 point harness
Traffic riding, short or long commute, pathways, easy trails, easy MTB, multi days
Both attachment options so you choose how you want to use it, can be moved between adult bikes with different mounts – tools required. Versatile across environments and good age range, great transport/commuting option
To get the right length handlebar grip you can make a measurement.
To do this place a ruler or tape measure along the length of the current grip you have on your handlebars. Take the measurement in millimetres. Also take note of anything on the handlebars that is placed right next to the grip – would this stop you fitting a slightly longer grip?
Grips come in a variety of lengths starting at 100mm for toddler grips and working there way up to adult grip sizes that are 130 to 140mm
Adult grips can also have a diameter range between 27 – 35mm.
Small 27-30mm Medium 30-32mm Large 33-35mm
Getting the right size grip is usually about matching up your hand size to a length and diameter so that the grip will fit the natural shape of your hand. So it’s better for people with smaller hands – women – to get a shorter length and small diameter.
TOWN TO TOUR UPRIGHT RIDER GRIP
130mm
Winged grip end
30mm small
33mm medium to large
ENDURANCE GRIP FOR MOUNTAIN BIKING
130mm
30mm small
32mm regular
Mountain bike parks, MTB trails, multi-day adventures
Adult/Youth
Small, 51 to 55cm, Medium, 55 to 59cm, Large (Mens Only) 59 to 63cm
Our recommended helmet for regular mountain biking on trails classed as intermediate and above. Our best selling mountain bike helmet that suits the majority of riders seeking performance level protection.
Easy to Intermediate mountain bike parks as well as other riding environments – town, bike paths, gravel roads
Adult/Youth
Small, 51 to 55cm, Medium, 55 to 59cm, Large (Mens Only) 59 to 63cm
This helmet will meet the needs of less frequent, more social mountain bike riders. Ideal for those new to mountain biking or riders who are happy on the easier trails.
The removable chin guard allows use of this helmet in all mountain bike riding environments.
Adult/Youth
Small, 52 to 56cm, Medium, 55 to 59cm, Large 58 to 62cm
Performance level protection with the added benefits of the chin guard giving full face coverage. Ideal for speed, jumping, technical riding. Riders who push and challenge their abilities.
The removable chin guard allows use of this helmet in all mountain bike riding environments. It also has racing certification.
Adult/Youth
Small, 52 to 56cm, Medium, 55 to 59cm, Large 58 to 62cm
The best level of protection available in a helmet. Race certification means this helmet is strong and designed to withstand and disperse the effects of high speed impacts.
E-Bikes, town, bikepaths, gravel, trails, easy to intermediate Mountain Biking
Youth/Adult
Small, 51 to 55cm, Medium, 55 to 59cm, Large (mens only) 59-62cm
Our recommended helmet and best seller for the recreation rider on an e-bike or regular bike. Invest in a helmet that will give you a good level of safety in multiple riding environments.
Environments where there is low traffic volumes – bikepaths, gravel trails. Less frequent recreation rider.
Youth/Adult
53-60cm one size
This helmet will meet the needs of less frequent recreation riding or anyone that rides in well protected environments eg. on bikepaths, only exposed to low traffic volumes.
Riding in town and bikepaths
Youth/Adult
Small, 52 to 56cm, Medium, 56 to 59cm, Large 59 to 62cm
A helmet for riders who enjoy the full head urban styled helmet design. Youth urban, BMX, or skate park riding.
Road riding
Commuting in traffic
Youth/Adult
Small, 52 to 56cm, Medium, 56 to 59cm, Large, 59 to 62cm
A performance level helmet that will meet the needs of most road riders. Recommended as an appropriate level of protection in high traffic environments and when riding at speed. Integrated rear LED light system.
$189.00
Town, paved and/or gravel trails
Up to 2 hours
Once/week to daily
Urban riding, short commute, fitness riding, relaxed multi-day on regular or e-bikes.
Relaxed Fit & Style. Elastic Free. Comfortable on a wide range of body shapes and sizes.
$189.00
Mountain Bike Trails, Town, paved and/or gravel trails
2 hours plus
Regular and/or multiday
Mountain Biking, Bikepacking , Long Commuting, Multi-day, Touring and Fitness Training on regular or e-bikes
Quick drying. Performace padding (chamois). Fitted and styled for endurance
goUnders
Coming Soon
Town, paved and/or gravel trails, easy mountain biking
Up to 2 hours
Once/week to daily
Urban riding, short commute, fitness riding, relaxed multi-day, short mountain biking on regular or e Bikes.
You choose what you wear. Comfortable on all body shapes and sizes
$12.00
Simple grip, good value for money
Slip on attachment
100mm long
Town, paved, easy trails
Under 1hr
Once/week to daily
Smallest grip available. Fun animal patterned surface. Ideal for balance bikes, mini scooters, first bikes (12inch wheels)
$12.00
Simple grip – good value for money
Slip on attachment
125mm long
Town, paved, easy trails
Under 1hr
Once/week to daily
Balance bikes, scooters or kids bikes
$34.95
Textured grip surface with vibration absorption
Easy, quick lock on attachment
One size – 31mm diameter, slim
Multi-environment. On and simple off road
Town, paved, easy trails
Under 2hrs
Once/week to daily
General everyday riding including basic mountain biking. Ideal for kids who ride regularly & teenagers
$57.00
Mountain bike specific – great grip surface
Easy, quick lock on attachment
Two sizes – 30 & 33mm diameters
All mountain
Ideal for ride times 1-2hrs
Once/week to daily
Small diameter great choice for youth hand size. Ideal for keen mountain bike riders
$34.95
Simple grip, good value for money
Lock on attachment
One size – 31mm diameter, slim
Multi-environment. On and simple off road
Town, paved, easy trails
Usually less than 2hrs
Once/week to daily
General everyday riding including basic mountain biking. Ideal for teenagers
$87.00
Ergonomic, promoting correct hand & therefore body position
Lock on attachment
Two sizes – small & large
Variety – town, paved, gravel, trail
Any duration of ride – well designed for 2hr+ riding
Once/week to daily. Great investment for regular riders
Upright riders, regular riding town, commute or fitness, E-Bike riders. Made from Bio Cork & plant based materials – is the ‘greenest’ grip made
$57.00
Mountain bike specific – great grip surface
Lock on attachment
Two sizes – 30 & 33mm diameters
All mountain
Ideal for ride times 1-2hrs
Once/week to daily
Small diameter great choice for women & youth hand size
$57.00
Ergonomic, winged grip promotes perfect hand placement & support
Lock on attachment
One size – 30mm diameter, slim
Variety – town, paved, gravel, trail
Ideal for regular ride times of 1.5hrs or more
Three/week to daily – regular rider
Regular, town or trail riding, touring, long commutes, E-Bike users
$67.00
Exceptionally well designed for long duration mountain biking
Lock on attachment
Two sizes – 30 & 32mm diameter
All mountain including technical & downhill riding
Best for ride times over 1.5hr
Once/week to daily. Great investment for regular riders
Downhill, technical, regular riding 1.5hrs+, mountain E-Bike users, multi-day, back country. Ideal for long periods of mountain biking
Trailing 1/2 Bike
Rocket Tag-A-Long
$224.00
5-9 years
Adult seat post
Pedal assist
No harness
Traffic riding, short or long commute, easy tour riding
Able to be used in most environments so versatile. Adjustable seat & handlebar height.
Reclined Trailing 1/2 Bike
WeeHoo Turbo
$579.00
2-9 years
Adult seat post
Pedal assist
Harnessed
Optional weather cover/sun shade
Bike paths, easy trails, multi days/tour riding, traffic riding – use flag
Ideal for distances, huge age range and very secure, balanced seat. Single wheel so narrow. Great storage and weather protection can be added
$249.00
2-4 years of age.
Multi- environment bike. Durable bike designed to be taken to many environments. Riding on the paths and playgrounds to pump tracks and easy gravel trails.
Two plus year olds that will want to explore many environments on the balance bike. Durable so will last all the kids.
$189.00
18 months – 4 years of age.
Light weight balance bike designed to be ridden indoors and on tarsealed paths.
Young petite riders that will predominantly ride indoors and on tarsealed pathway.
Our Womens Capri’s selection are all made from a mixture of synthetic and stretch fabrics which gives a great four way stretch so that you will be comfortable and able to move freely. All our Womens Capri’s have a cycling chamois sewn into the crutch.
To get the right size you need to know your waist & hip measurements. The best way to measure is with a tape measure. If you don’t have a tape measure use a piece of string or some wool then lay this out along a ruler.
Firstly you will need to find your waist.
To find the natural crease line of your waist, stand straight with hands at the side. Then bend sideways running the hand down the outside surface of the leg. This movement will produce a crease at the waist so place your measuring tape on this crease. Return to standing straight and place the tape measure around your waist at your crease point (usually the narrowest part of your torso).
Your hip measurement is found… approximately 18cm down from the waist. Let the measuring tape fall down your body to the floor to find the 18cm mark. Move the measuring tape to this point then wrap it around your body. Make sure it is straight all the way around.
See the size chart below to help with choosing the most comfortable size. If your measurement is close to or right between sizes think about a couple of things.
W 63 – 68cm
H 87 – 92cm
W 68 – 73cm
H 93 – 98cm
W 73 – 79cm
H 98 – 103cm
W 79 – 85cm
H 103 – 108cm
W 85 – 93cm
H 108 – 113cm
W 93 – 103cm
H 113 – 118cm
W 63 – 68cm
H 87 – 92cm
W 68 – 73cm
H 93 – 98cm
W 73 – 78cm
H 98 – 103cm
W 78 – 83cm
H 103 – 108cm
Take your time and measure well but be reassured that we love returns because we want you to have the solution that is right for YOU so if you have to send it back it’s no problem at all… see returns.
Make sure when you try on your Capri’s for the first time you wear some underwear to protect the surface of our chamois. Once you are happy with the fit it is yours to wear against your skin. To get the best possible position for your chamois hold your Capri’s at the front & back, not the sides as you pull them on.
$79.00
Kids Bike Seat/Trailer or Early Independent riders on balance bikes and pedal bikes.
