Squashed Triangle Frame – 1yr old Bike Seat Match

Squashed Triangle Frame – 1yr old Bike Seat Match

by | Aug 23, 2022 | get Ready

Do you want to ride with your 1yr old baby on a bike? Do you have a squashed triangle bike frame?

Understand the options that are most suitable for your style of bike. Helping you get the Right Kids Bike Seat or Trailer.

Supporting you and your family to SMILE when you ride.

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Get started - Biking with a baby/ 1 year old

Overview: Bike with a Squashed Triangle Frame

Squashed Triangle Frames:

This type of bike frame is common on off road mountain or trail type bikes.  We particularly like this bike with a bike trailer because the design of the bike suits a range of off road riding. A really popular frame style in New Zealand but not a great match to attached seats. Both the front & rear bike seats can have problems with this bike frame so please read more if you want to use one of these seats with this frame.

Type of Riding: this squashed frame is usually a design used for trail bikes.  Best match to recreation, off road riding.

 

Bike Trailers

A kids bike trailer is pulled along behind a squashed triangle frame.  This is a great way to carry one or two kids who will be well protected and comfortable.

The trailer attaches at the rear wheel axel and you will find that for most squashed triangle frames the attachment the trailer comes with (compatible with a hollow axel with quick release) is the one that will work.  If you have a modern bike, built in the past 4-5 years please check your axel type.

Find out more about bike trailer attachment:  Will a Bike Trailer fit my bike?

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Rear Mount Seats Carrier and Frame

A rear kids bike seat sits above the rear wheel of your bike attached to a rear carrier (carrier mount) or directly to the frame of your bike (frame mount).  Your child will be tucked in right behind you and well protected to enjoy their time on the bike.

Very few squashed triangle frame bikes come with rear carriers.  Having a carrier permanently attached to your bike can interfere with how you want to use it, particularly if it is a mountain bike.  Frame mount rear seats attach to the frame of bikes on the seat post tube.  For this to work your squashed triangle needs to be a large frame otherwise the clear space for the mount to attach will be too low. 

Find out more about carrier attachment:  Will a Rear Carrier Mount seat bit my bike?

Find out more about frame attachment:  Will a Rear Frame Mount seat fit my bike?

Shop Rear Seat Range

Front Kids Bike Seats

A Front Kids Bike Seat sits right behind the handlebars so the child is in between your arms. Kids love this as they can see where they are going. This seat provides the best interaction between you and your child as they are right in front of you and you can see what they are doing.

Squashed triangle bike frames will only work with big frame sizes – medium if you are lucky, better on a large – bigger frames will have space for the front seat despite the forward lean of your body. The handlebar type is more than likely a threadless stem which means there is not very much space for attachment of the front seat mounting system.  To be safe you will probably need to buy the seat designed to work with a mountain bike.

Find out more about attachment: Will a Front Seat for Mountain Bikes fit my Bike?

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Squashed Triangle Frames: Multiple Kids or Twins

Towing a double bike trailer immediately gives you options for two kids.  Or a single/double bike trailer allows for either a front or rear seat to be attached to the bike.

We would only suggest trying to mount a front & rear seat to a squashed triangle frame if your frame size is large or x-large.

STORY: Riding with Twins/Young Siblings

Design features that cause issues: Squashed Triangle Frames

A squashed triangle frame will work with kids bike seats and trailers but it is one of the more challenging frame types…  If you have a Small Frame please read this story:  Small Frames & Kids Bike Seats

SMALL FRAMES – if you are considering a front mount seat then pay particular attention to whether you will have enough space in front of your body. The body position you ride in is very important to create room in front of your chest.  Your lean forward body position makes a front seat very challenging to use with small frames.

SMALL FRAMES – a rear kids bike seat needs to be attached close to the middle of your rear wheel – ideally a little in front – so that the weight transferred down does not cause rear tipping of your bike.  Small bike frames do not have the required room so are much more likely to tip with a rear seat attached to them.

29 INCH WHEELS – if your bike has 29 inch wheels then a frame mount rear bike seat is not a suitable option.

SUSPENSION – squashed triangle frames often have front suspension.  This feature should be fine for most seats.  Front seat footrests can touch front suspension forks.  All rear suspension (full suspension) bikes are incompatible with any rear kids bike seat.

ELECTRIC BIKE BATTERY – Battery placement can be an issue with Rear Bike Seats.  E-bikes that have batteries placed below rear carriers or in, or behind, the seat post tube may have problems.  These positions for batteries can effect your ability to attach both a rear frame and a rear carrier mount seat.

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Triangle Frame – 1yr old Bike Seat Match

Triangle Frame – 1yr old Bike Seat Match

by | Aug 23, 2022 | get Ready

Do you want to ride with your 1yr old baby on a bike? Do you have a triangle bike frame?

Understand the options that are most suitable for your style of bike. Helping you get the Right Kids Bike Seat or Trailer.

Supporting you and your family to SMILE when you ride.

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Get started - Biking with a baby/ 1 year old

Overview: Bike with a Triangle Frame

Triangle Frames:

A triangle frame is one of the best types of bike frames for riding early with your child.  These types of bikes have a horizontal top tube that sits high between your legs and is often a preferred style for men.  The frames are made from a variety of metals, for riding with kids steel and reinforced aluminium is the best.  All the bike seat options for a one year old work well with this bike design but we particularly like this bike with a rear seat because the design of the bike suits attachment of weight here.  

Type of Riding: these types of bike frames are used in a variety of environments from around town riding to multi day tour riding.  Best match to commute, recreation & long distance tour riding.

 

Rear Mount Seats Carrier and Frame

A rear kids bike seat sits above the rear wheel of your bike attached to a rear carrier (carrier mount) or directly to the frame of your bike (frame mount).  Your child will be tucked in right behind you and well protected to enjoy their time on the bike.

A lot of triangle frame bikes come with rear carriers, if not they are great bikes to fit carriers to.  Frame mount rear seats attach to the frame of bikes on the seat post tube and triangle frames have the required space to attach the mount.  Triangle frames are a great match to both types of rear kid bike seats.

Find out more about carrier attachment:  Will a Rear Carrier Mount seat fit my bike?

Find out more about frame attachment:  Will a Rear Frame Mount seat fit my bike?

Shop Rear Seat Range

Front Kids Bike Seats

A Front Kids Bike Seat sits right behind the handlebars so the child is in between your arms. Kids love this as they can see where they are going. This seat provides the best interaction between you and your child as they are right in front of you and you can see what they are doing.

Triangle bike frames can be made with a variety of handlebar types & styles. There will be a front seat that can be attached to the handlebar set up on your triangle bike frame you just need to be confident that you will have enough space.  Front seats are usually better on triangle frame sizes medium and above.

Find out more about attachment:  Will a Front Seat fit my Bike?

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Bike Trailers

A kids bike trailer is pulled along behind a triangle frame.  This is a great way to carry one or two kids who will be well protected and comfortable.

The trailer attaches at the rear wheel axel and you will find that for most triangle frames the attachment the trailer comes with (compatible with a hollow axel with quick release) is the one that will work.

Find out more about bike trailer attachment:  Will a Bike Trailer fit my bike?

Shop Bike Trailer Range

Triangle Frames: Multiple Kids or Twins

A triangle frame bike can have more than one child seat attached to it.  With one seat in front of you and one directly behind you mounting & dismounting your bike will be tricky over a high top tube. You will need to be flexible or happy with holding the weight of two children on the bike if you need to lean it over to get on to it.

Towing a double bike trailer immediately gives you options for two kids.  Or a single/double bike trailer allows for either a front or rear seat to be attached to the bike.

STORY: Riding with Twins/Young Siblings

Design features that cause issues: Triangle Frames

A triangle frame offers many options for riding with kids.  It is one of the best bikes to have to ride as a family.  But like all bikes some features can cause issues. If you have a Small frame please read:  Small Bike Frames & Kids Bike Seats

SMALL FRAMES – if you are considering a front mount seat then pay particular attention to whether you will have enough space in front of your body. The body position you ride in is very important to create room in front of your chest.  If you lean forward at all on a x-small or small triangle frame then a front seat will be very challenging to use.

SMALL FRAMES – a rear kids bike seat needs to be attached close to the middle of your rear wheel – ideally a little in front – so that the weight transferred down does not cause rear tipping of your bike. If mounting a rear seat directly to the frame – Frame Mount Rear Seat – your frame needs to be medium or larger.  Small bike frames do not have the length required to safely mount a rear frame mount seat.

29 INCH WHEELS – if your bike has 29 inch wheels then a frame mount rear bike seat is not a suitable option.

SUSPENSION – triangle frames often have front suspension.  This feature should be fine for most seats.  Front seat footrests can touch front suspension forks.  All rear suspension (full suspension) bikes are incompatible with any rear kids bike seat.

ELECTRIC BIKE BATTERY – Battery placement can be an issue with Rear Bike Seats.  E-bikes that have batteries placed below rear carriers or in, or behind, the seat post tube may have problems.  These positions for batteries can effect your ability to attach both a rear frame and a rear carrier mount seat.

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Support and inspire other riders and families to ride

Share your riding outings, adventures and experiences on our quick and easy question and answer forms. Join us in helping others ride bikes. All entries receive a free shipping coupon and go into our seasonal prize draw.

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Step Through Frame – 1yr old Bike Seat Match

Step Through Frame – 1yr old Bike Seat Match

by | Aug 23, 2022 | get Ready

Do you want to ride with your 1yr old baby on a bike? Do you have a step through bike frame?

Understand the options that are most suitable for your style of bike. Helping you get the Right Kids Bike Seat or Trailer.

Supporting you and your family to SMILE when you ride.

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Get started - Biking with a baby/ 1 year old

Overview: Bike with a Step Through Frame

Step Through Frames:

A step through bike frame is an awesome bike for riding early with your child.  These types of bikes are easy & fun to ride.  They are made with strong frames and designed to have weight added to them – to carry gear, shopping or kids.  All the bike seat options for a one year old work well with this bike design but we particularly like this bike with a front seat because the design of the bike puts the adult rider in an upright body position.

Type of Riding: these types of bike frames are mostly used in urban environments for around town riding on easy to manage roads, bike paths & cycleways.  Best match to town, short commute, simple recreation riding.

 

Front Kids Bike Seats

A Front Kids Bike Seat sits right behind the handlebars so the child is in between your arms. Kids love this as they can see where they are going. This seat provides the best interaction between you and your child as they are right in front of you and you can see what they are doing.

Step through bike frames usually have height in the handlebar stems for attaching the adaptor that receives a front seat. These bikes are the perfect match to front seat attachment as you need 20mm of space in this area.

Find out more about attachment:  Will a Front Seat fit my Bike?

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Rear Mount Seats Carrier and Frame

A rear kids bike seat sits above the rear wheel of your bike attached to a rear carrier (carrier mount) or directly to the frame of your bike (frame mount).  Your child will be tucked in right behind you and well protected to enjoy their time on the bike.

A lot of step through frames come with rear carriers, if not they are great bikes to fit carriers to.  Frame mount rear seats attach to the frame of bikes on the seat post tube and step through frames have the required space to attach the mount.

Find out more about carrier attachment:  Will a Rear Carrier Mount seat bit my bike?

Find out more about frame attachment:  Will a Rear Frame Mount seat fit my bike?

Shop Rear Seat Range

Bike Trailers

A kids bike trailer is pulled along behind a step through frame.  This is a great way to carry one or two kids who will be well protected and comfortable.

The trailer attaches at the rear wheel axel and you will find that for most step through frames the attachment the trailer comes with (compatible with a hollow axel with quick release) is the one that will work.

Find out more about bike trailer attachment:  Will a Bike Trailer fit my bike?

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Step Through Frames: Multiple Kids or Twins

A step through bike works really well with more than one child.  This is the bike style that you see the most with a front & rear seat attached to it.  The bike is easy to handle & can be comfortably ridden along flat, smooth trails with the added weight of two children.

Towing a double bike trailer immediately gives you options for two kids.  Or a single/double bike trailer allows for either a front or rear seat to be attached to the bike.

STORY: Riding with Twins/Young Siblings
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Design features that cause issues: Step Through Frames

A step through bike offers many options for riding with kids.  It is one of the best bikes to have to ride as a family.  But like all bikes some features can cause issues…

X-SMALL FRAMES – if you are considering a front mount seat then pay particular attention to whether you will have enough space in front of your body. The upright body position you ride in should give you enough room, please check.

SMALL FRAMES – a rear kids bike seat needs to be attached close to the middle of your rear wheel – ideally a little in front – so that the weight transferred down does not cause rear tipping of your bike. If mounting a rear seat directly to the frame – Frame Mount Rear Seat – your frame needs to be medium or larger.  Small bike frames do not have the length required to safely mount a rear frame mount seat.  If you have a Small frame please read:  Small Bike Frames & Kids Bike Seats

29 INCH WHEELS – If your bike has 29 inch wheels then a frame mount rear bike seat is not a suitable option.

ELECTRIC BIKE BATTERY – Battery placement can be an issue with Rear Bike Seats.  E-bikes that have batteries placed below rear carriers or in, or behind, the seat post tube may have problems.  These positions for batteries can effect your ability to attach both a rear frame and a rear carrier mount seat.

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Support and inspire other riders and families to ride

Share your riding outings, adventures and experiences on our quick and easy question and answer forms. Join us in helping others ride bikes. All entries receive a free shipping coupon and go into our seasonal prize draw.

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Squashed Triangle Frame – 1yr old Bike Seat Match

Using your Kids Bike Trailer as a Stroller/Buggy and Jogger

by | Aug 15, 2022 | get Ready

A Bike Trailer that is Multi-Use can be converted (using conversion kits) so it is suitable to use for different recreational activities. Biking, strolling/walking, jogging and some are even suitable for recreating in the snow.

Get the right solution for your family so you can SMILE when you ride.

 

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Kids Bike Trailer Buying Guide

Multi-Use Thule Kids Bike Trailers give you lots of options to keep your family active and enjoy a wide variety of activities and environments. Multi-Use Bike Trailers can be used as a bike trailer for biking or as a stroller for walking.  Some brands of trailers will also offer jogger and snow conversions for jogging/running and recreation in the snow. Our Multi-Use Trailers are Thule Trailers.  All Thule Kids Bike Trailers, when purchased, have the kits required to be used as both a Bike Trailer and a Stroller.  All the Trailers can be converted to a Jogger using a Jog Kit (this must be purchased separately) and are either single or double seats.

The three multi-use trailers we offer are identified by there suitability to certain environments/uses and the kits that they come with:

  1. Multi-Use Recreation Trailer
  2. Multi-Use Off-Road Trailer
  3. Multi-Use Sport Trailer

To understand more about what trailer would best suit your families needs see Comparing Thule Trailers

Multi Use Recreation Trailer – Single or Double

Best suited to road and sealed pathways – urban riding.

Comes with Stroller & Bike Kits

Multi Use Off Road Trailer – Single or Double

Best suited to gravel, off road as well as on trails/roads – family riding holidays/touring.

Comes with Stroller & Bike Kits

Multi Use Sport Trailer Single or Double

Suitable for all surfaces – sporty family, running, mountain biking.

Comes with Stroller & Bike Kits

Biking: Using your Multi-Use Trailer for Biking

Multi-Use Kids Bike Trailers are designed to be used with your bike as bike trailers.  They attach to the rear wheel hub of the towing bike using an attachment arm. For more details about the attachment to your bike see will a Kids Bike Trailer Fit my Bike? This biking arm can be fully removed and stored on the trailer allowing you to attach other components eg wheels, to convert the trailer.  Making it suitable to be used for other recreation purposes – strolling or jogging.

Please be aware that young children need to be protected from vibration and jostling as much as possible for brain development.  Thule does not recommend use of the Bike Trailer from 0-12months for this reason.  To use the bike trailer your child should also be strong enough to support their own head/sit for a period of time unsupported.  This is usually around 9-12months.

Optional Accessories: To make your Multi-use Trailer more comfortable for your child when biking you can purchase additional padding & comfort support. Please note the Sports Trailer comes with extra seated padding in the trailers seats.

  • 6-18 months – Please purchase the Baby Head/Neck Support to be used with the trailers seat
  • 12+ months – Please purchase the Seat Padding to be used with the trailers seat
  • 12+months – Please purchase the Insulated Bag to be used with the trailers seat.

Walking: Using your Bike Trailer as a Stroller

A Multi-Use trailer can be used as a stroller, by converting it using the provided stroller kit. Stroller kits come as part of ALL Thule Multi-Use Trailers.

The stroller conversion kit allows you to attach two small wheels on the front of the trailer and fold away the bike arm. Allowing you to easily switch between the stroller and bike function. Both the biking arm and stroller wheels can be stored on the trailer.

Required Accessory: To use you Multi-Use Trailer as a stroller from a very early age you must purchase an Infant Sling.

Optional Accessory: To make your Multi-Use Trailer more comfortable for your child you can purchase additional padding & comfort support.

  • 6-18 months – Please purchase the Baby Head/Neck Support to be used with the trailer seat.  Helps with transition from sling to seat.
  • 12+months – Please purchase the Seat Padding to be used with the trailer seat
  • 12+months – Please purchase the Insulated Bag to be used with the trailer seat

Running/Jogging: Using your Bike Trailer as a Jogger

Multi-Use Trailers can be used for jogging/running by converting the trailer using a jog kit  For all Thule trailers you will need to purchase this separately.

The jogger conversion kit provides you with the ability to put a single wheel at the front helping the trailer to be easy to manoeuvre and support speed and flow while jogging/running. Both the stroller wheels and biking arm need to be removed when the jog function is in use.  These can be stored on the trailer while using as a jogger.

The jog kit can also be carried/stored on both the Off-Road and the Sport Bike Trailers using the designated storage area for an easy switch between recreation activities while out and about.  Please be aware that young children 0-12 months need to be protected from exposure to vibration and jostling as much as possible while their brains develop.  If choosing to jog with your young child take this into consideration. Good suspension on the trailer can help with reducing vibration and jostling. Please see Comparing Thule Bike Trailers.

Required Accessories:  To use the Thule Trailers for Jogging the Jog Kit must be purchased separately.

To make your Multi-Use Trailer safe to use as a jogger with a very young child you need to purchase an additional accessory. Please note potential issues with jogging with a young child outlined above.

Optional Accessories: To make your Multi-Use Trailer more comfortable for your child you can purchase additional padding & comfort support

  • 10-18 months – Please purchase the Baby Head/Neck Support to be used with the trailer seat. Helps with transition from sling to seat
  • 12+months – Please purchase the Seat Padding to be used with the trailer seat.  Note the Sports Trailer comes with extra padding
  • 12+ months – Please purchase the Insulated Bag to be used with the trailer seat.

Skiing : How to use your Bike Trailer for Skiing

Multi-Use bike trailers also have the ability to be used for recreation in the snow by converting it into a ski pulk (cross country skiing being pulled behind an adult cross country skier). The ski conversion kit must be purchased separately for ALL Thule Kids Bike Trailers. Please CONTACT goRide for availability details.

Thule Kids Trailer Accessories – Safety and Comfort Accessories

Infant Sling

Use with stroller/jog kits from 0-10 months

Must be purchased separtely

For using your Thule Trailer as a stroller/jogger before your child can sit independently, up to 10 months. Insert this easy to attach infant sling. Will fit ANY Thule Trailer… LEARN MORE

Head & Neck Support

Use with stroller/jog/bike from 6-18 months

Must be purchased separtely

Add support and comfort to any Thule Trailer seat for your young child.  Good for transition from sling to trailer seat.  Especially good for off road surfaces.  Use with 6 to 18 month olds.  Neck and body padding… LEARN MORE

Seat Padding

Use with stroller/jog/bike from 12 months

Sport Trailer comes with good seat padding.

Must be purchased separately for Recreation and Off-Road trailers

Add padding to your Recreation or Off-Road Thule Trailer. Especially good for off road, bumpy surfaces, gravel roads and long ride times to help with comfort… LEARN MORE

Insulated bag

Use with stroller/jog/bike from 12months

Must be purchased separtely

Use with any Thule Trailer for warmth in all the seasons and all kinds of weather.  A warm fleece lined bag, compatible with all Thule trailers… LEARN MORE

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The Best E-Bike Jacket Options

The Best E-Bike Jacket Options

by | Aug 9, 2022 | get Ready

Jackets are an important purchase for E-Bike riders.  A jacket to keep you warm, dry & visible will be a great investment to keep you riding in all types of weather.  Let’s consider your options.

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If you ride an E-Bike you are more likely to wear and use a bike jacket.  E-Bikes create more air flow from the speeds they travel at.  Keeping the front of your body protected from this air flow is important.  It can be more challenging to get warm and stay warm on an E-Bike so you are more likely to set off riding with your jacket on rather than taking it with you in a bag.  Thermal elements or added insulation will keep you warmer.

All bike jackets will be designed with a specific function or combination of functions in mind.  Some jackets are really good options for E-Bike riders. Features that make jackets better for E-Bikes include

  • thermal/insulating layers for warmth
  • chest or front panels that block air flow
  • waterproof or water resistant fabrics that will protect you from rain
  • bright colours that help you to be seen when you travel at speed

LEARN MORE: Understanding more about bike jackets will help you understand what is your best E-Bike jacket option.

E-Bike Jacket 

Best Suited to keeping an E-Bike rider warm when you ride. This soft shell jacket with a front insulating panel can be used as an outer layer with mid layers added depending on the temperature and weather conditions.  Great match to a wide range of E-Bike riding.  Lightweight yet insulated jacket.

Features;

  • Warmth & air flow protection – brushed thermal fabric in the sleeves & back and elasticated cuffs.  Front insulated panel with built up collar to protect the chest/neck area.
  • Water resistant – repelling rain on surface
  • Breathability – low to moderate activity
  • Visibility –  bright silver front panel for women (mens jacket is black)
  • Portability – soft shell & insulated jacket so moderate ability to pack down
  • Fit – slightly fitted shape for women.  Mens version is a relaxed straight sit. Meant to be worn with layers. Size range Small to 3XL women.  Small to 4XL men.
Choose the correct chamois

goRide Solution Thermal E- Bike Jacket Women or Men

Bike Jacket for Warmth 

Best Suited to more active E-Bike riders. This soft shell jacket can be used as an outer layer or mid layer depending on the temperature and weather conditions.  Great match to fitness or training rides.

Features;

  • Warmth – brushed thermal fabric, slim fit and elasticated cuffs all designed to block & prevent cold airflow
  • Water resistant – repelling rain on surface
  • Breathability – moderate activity, a back panel vents excess heat to manage sweat build up
  • Visibility – several reflective strips on back & front, bright blue colour
  • Portability – soft shell jacket so packs down reasonably well
  • Fit – slim fit, short, meant to be worn close to the body. Slight drop and elasticated rear hem.  Size range women, 10 to 16.
thermal bike jacket

goRide Solution – Thermal Bike Jacket

Bike Jacket Packable – Waterproof

Best Suited to riders who want a basic packable jacket just in case a jacket is needed.  Great match to town riding, bike path/trails, multi day & tours when the weather is a bit unpredictable.

Features;

  • Portability – packs down into it’s front pocket. Flat and easy to put into a med to large bag/pannier etc
  • Waterproof – yes will repel light to moderate rain
  • Warmth – good protection from wind and cool air flow
  • Breathability – low activity, comes from opening front zipper, is nylon with PU coating
  • Visibility – no features to help with this – colours are blue or black
  • Fit – straight relaxed fit, mid to low hip length, includes hood, adjustable cuffs.  Size range XS to 3XL but small fit
riding an e-bike in the rain

goRide Solution –  Packable Jacket – Unisex

Bike Jacket for Multi Use

Best Suited to riders who want an all round shell jacket that they can use with thermal mid & base layers in all weather and for all seasons.  Great match for keeping you dry and blocking airflow.

Features;

  • Waterproof – excellent waterproof rating of 10,000mm
  • Warmth – excellent protection from the wind and rain, ideal for layering, no thermal properties
  • Breathability – moderate to heavy exercise, impressive 20,000g/m2
  • Visibility – bright colour choices vibrant blue or pink
  • Portability – packs down but a little bigger than a bike specific jacket
  • Fit – relaxed straight fit ideal for layering underneath, has a hood & built up front chin guard, cord to pull in hem. Great size range XS to 3XL
Choose the correct chamois

goRide Solution – Waterproof Performance Jacket – Multi Use

Bike Jacket for Dependable Performance

Best Suited to situations where waterproof protection is essential – to be dry is your number one priority. Riding a long way from home and/or remote locations. Great match to E-Bike multi day, back country or tour riding.

Features;

  • Waterproof – excellent waterproof rating of 10,000mm
  • Breathability – moderate to heavy exercise, impressive 20,000g/m2, under arm zips
  • Warmth – excellent protection from the wind and rain, ideal for layering, no thermal properties
  • Portability – packs down well, designed to be taken on tour
  • Visibility – bright colour option or black
  • Fit – straight fit, soft, stretch fabric, elasticated cuffs, drop hem, built up front chin & hood. Size range from Small to XL
Choose the correct chamois

goRide Solution – Waterproof Performance Jacket

Bike Jacket for Visibility 

Best Suited to riding in traffic, low light or night riding and whenever improved visibility will keep you safe.  Great match to commute or town riding on an E-Bike.

Features:

  • Visibility – excellent visibility & reflective elements
  • Waterproof – excellent waterproof rating of 10,000mm
  • Breathability – low to moderate activity, breathability is 10,000g/m2
  • Warmth – thermal lined inside collar, protection from the wind
  • Portability – lightweight shell so packs down well
  • Fit – straight or regular fit, dropped rear hem.  Women & Men specific sizing.  Good size range

 

Choose the correct chamois

goRide Solution – Womens Visibility Jacket or Mens Visibility Jacket

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How to Size and Fit a Bike Jacket

Use our bike jacket sizing guide to make sure you get the right fit. A jacket that allows movement but keeps you protected.

Caring for a Bike Jacket

To get the most out of your bike jacket it is important you understand how to look after it properly.  Learn the do’s and don’ts of washing technical gear.

Control Your Temperature with Layering

Learn about base, mid and outer layers so you can bike at a comfortable body temperature.

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Padded Bike Underwear for Men – goUnders

Padded Bike Underwear for Men – goUnders

by | Aug 5, 2022 | get Ready

Our Padded Bike Underwear for Men are called ‘goUnders’.  Soft, comfortable and designed to be worn under your riding clothing next to your skin.

Made in New Zealand by goRide.

Supporting you and your family to SMILE when you ride.
Mens goUnders - Boxer style
SHOP Mens goUnders
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What are goUnders – Padded Bike Underwear?

goUnders are performance underwear to be worn when you ride a bike to support bike seat comfort.  They have a chamois (padding) sewn into them.  This chamois is meant to be worn against your skin and will sit between you and your bike seat to provide cushioning.  For the best results no other underwear should be worn.  Designed by goRide and made in New Zealand for bike riders of all abilities from casual to confident.  goUnders are available in a range of styles and sizes  There is a goUnder solution for everyone in the family..

Why Padded Bike Underwear for Men?

goRide wants everyone who chooses to ride a bike to be comfortable and enjoy their riding. You shouldn’t be forced into wearing something you don’t want to (lycra bike pants), to achieve bike seat comfort.  If you wear goUnders your padding is in your underwear and this opens up the options of what you can wear when you ride. You can choose your riding clothing based on the weather, your level of activity, your destination and your mood.  Helping you be confident and comfortable both on and off the bike when you ride. We hope goUnders help you and your family SMILE when you ride.

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Seven Reasons for Men to Wear goUnders

  • Design – specifically designed for biking with padding (a chamois) sewn in.  Designed by people who ride bikes.  There has been a lot of care and attention to detail to create fitted boxer style underwear that will be comfortable to wear and perform through years of use.
  • Flexibility – they offer complete flexibility on what you wear when you bike. The padded underwear are worn under your riding clothes of choice, everyday or recreation/activity clothes. You get to choose clothes from your wardrobe that suit the weather, your level of activity, your destination or your mood. 
  • Fitting – designed to be a fitting underwear, to keep your chamois in the right place.  It won’t move, slide around or sag. The fabric contains lycra for stretch and compression, to mold to a variety of body shapes.
  • Fabric – the fabric has an amazingly soft cotton feel so it is great next to your skin.  It is breathable and moisture wicking and sustainably produced.  The underwear are meant for exercise and movement while having a compression (tight) fit they are extremely comfortable and soft.
  • Padding – sewn into the goUnder and known as a chamois. The chamois provides the cushioning and comfort on your bike seat. The chamois is imported from a world leading Italian company (Elastic Interface).  To optimise the comfort on the bike seat our Mens goUnders have a gender specific performance chamois, which is breathable & flexible and a great match to long distances and multi day riding.
  • Sizes – we offer an impressive size range for Men from a Small to a Mens 3XL. We really enjoy helping heavier riders find a comfort solution.
  • NZ Made – designed and made in Nelson, New Zealand.  We produce in small batches and are constantly updating our stock.  We have the flexibility and ability to respond to customer requests.
Padded bike underwear for Men

How to wear goUnders

As the name suggests Padded Bike Underwear become the underwear you ride in. The padding (chamois) sits directly next to your skin.  Do not wear normal underwear with them. This is important as any additional seams and fabric under your goUnders can cause chaffing and moisture retention as well as ridges which will be uncomfortable to sit on.  You can then ride in a huge range of clothing, through all the seasons and in all kinds of weather.  Choose clothing that allows movement and won’t get caught in any moving parts of your bike…

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A solution for the whole family…

We have a full range of goUnders.  There are different styles and sizes to suit different body shapes and different types of riding.  See the Style Guides or the list below…

Kids (3yrs to 10yrs)

  • Boxer style goUnders for Boys or Girls. Sizes XS- L

Youth (11yrs+)

  • Youth Girl – Boyleg style. Sizes S & M Youth.
  • Youth Boy – Boxer style. One size

Women 

  • Full Brief style with a mid waist or high waist.  Option of a minimal or endurance chamois. Sizes 8-22 in high waist.  Sizes 8-18 in mid waist
  • Boy Leg style with a flexible endurance chamois. Sizes S-XL
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Men

  • Boxer Style with endurance level chamois.  Sizes S-3XL

Style Guides – Use our Style Guides to help with the right goUnder solution for you and your family.

Kids/Youth Style Guide
Womens Style Guide
Mens Style Guide

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How to choose the right level of padding (chamois)

Match the level of padding to the riding you do, so you can be comfortable on a bike seat.

Padded Bike Pants/Underwear

Buying Guide – What do you need to think about & consider when buying padded bike pants?

Womens goUnder Style Guide

See the range of goUnder styles for women.  Different shapes and different padding.  What is the best solution for you?

Lycra Bike Pants

Learn about Lycra Bike Pants, there are all sorts of different styles and designs to choose from.

Kids Padded Bike Pants/Underwear

Buying Guide – What do you need to think about & consider when buying Kids Padded Bike Pants?

Kids goUnder Style Guide

See the range of goUnders for kids & youth.  Are Kids goUnders the right choice for your family?

Support and inspire other riders and families to ride

Share your riding outings, adventures and experiences on our quick and easy question and answer forms. Join us in helping others ride bikes. All entries receive a free shipping coupon and go into our seasonal prize draw.

goRide SHARING FORM

goRide supporting women and families to SMILE when you ride