Fall gear essentials to make your cycling commute safe and stylish – Momentum Mag

The seasons have officially arrived and it’s time for a look at some of our favorite fall gear to protect against a season of wind, rain, cold, sun, heat and everything in between. Just no snow. Please! Tern Quick Haul Looking for an easy and affordable way onto the electric cargo bike scene this fall? […]
The seasons have officially arrived and it’s time for a look at some of our favorite fall gear to protect against a season of wind, rain, cold, sun, heat and everything in between. Just no snow. Please!
Looking for an easy and affordable way onto the electric cargo bike scene this fall? Look no further than the Tern Quick Haul. It’s a compact, well-designed electric utility vehicle for all your about-town needs that could quickly and easily replace a family car. It is that functional. One of the defining features of this gem is the extra-long rear rack with a 110-pound capacity that offers users the ability to haul quite a bit whether it is the kids off to school, a full load of groceries, or the dog for a ride down to the park. Combine it with the optional front rack and watch the magic happen with so many different combinations and configurations for daily living demands. The Quick Haul also has an entire ecosystem of accessories to make life on two wheels just that much easier. The cargo bike is powered by a Bosch mid-drive motor, with Shimano gears and brakes.
The Quick Haul has a comfortable upright riding position and easy step-through frame making it a breeze to ride.
We love that the seat and stem are adjustable, so the bike can be used by multiple people with a couple of quick switches. The Quick Haul fits riders approximately 4’11” to 6’5”. And, the Tern Quick Haul can be stored vertically, making it ideal to fit in small spaces.
The line has two models the D8, which is a Class 1 e-bike capable of speeds up to 20 mph priced at $2,999US — the most affordable Bosch-equipped Tern on the market. There is also the P9, which is a Class 3 e-bike that can hit 28 mph at $3,299US.
The fall can send a lot of different looks at us cyclists — rain, sleet, wind, sun, a barrage of falling acorns. It’s hard to find a jacket that covers all the bases. Thankfully, there is the Cleverhood Anorak. This is one well-crafted garment from the perfectly crafted rain hood to the oversized front pouch pocket for shoving all manner of items from gloves to sunglasses with a tiny perfect separate zippered area for dry storage. It’s also constructed with extra length at the back to keep the keister dry and comfortable on those rainy rides. There is plenty of room in the shoulders for ease of movement while active with a waterproof and breathable two-layer material that won’t leave you a sweaty mess at the end.
The Anorak is built for layering, too. A fall riding essential. Of course, it’s not just for cycling. This is a stylish rain jacket for all your wet and wonderful occasions that comes in a range of fetching shades from Randy Red to Pluto Blue. There’s a reason Wired magazine named this gem its top jacket for biking. It’s pretty perfect.
We love that the fully seam-sealed Anorak, $119US, takes all of the best protective features of Cleverhood’s iconic capes, and combines them with the utility of a great fall jacket.
In search of a stylish light jacket that is versatile enough for those unique fall situations in which we always find ourselves? Look no further than the Wander Over Shirt from Los Angeles based apparel maker swrve. This stylish light jacket is also great for wearing every day, whether temperatures are taking a dip, or the sun finally comes out for an afternoon ride. It’s one of those gear items that look and function well on the ride down to the patio for an afternoon meet-up, and look even better as a casual cool fashion statement while socializing.
The Wander Over Shirt is constructed of four-way stretch material to give your arms and shoulders plenty of freedom to move as well as offering light water resistance should any of those unexpected fall showers happen. And talk about layering. This gem does it all. Throw a layer underneath and it’s warm enough for fall mornings, or throw a shell overtop and cycle through the worst fall days.
We love the pit vents combined with the breathable and moisture-wicking fabric so we can take this piece out on long rides and still stay cool enough to avoid the sweats. And the YKK snap buttons are a dream. Of course, the drop tail hem is ideal for cyclists and their backsides and the higher hem in the front means it won’t get all bunched up when out on a ride.
swrve crafts garments to last, and the stylish and super-functional Wander Over Shirt is no exception. This one will be a well-used piece in a cyclist’s fall gear wardrobe for years to come.
Popular cargo bike brand Tern did something we were all hoping they would do. They created an inexpensive and high-quality cargo bike called the Short Haul. The brilliance of this new model, Tern’s most affordable, is in its practicality and simplicity. It has an extra-long and extra-strong rear rack upon which a whole ecosystem of accessories from child seats to grocery carriers can be added enabling the bike to haul up to a gross vehicle weight of more than 300 pounds.
What we love is how easy the Short Haul is to pedal, and how flexible it is in fitting a wide range of riders. The Short Haul comes in just one frame size and it can fit most riders from 4’10” to 6’3” meaning any member of the family can take it for a spin down to the grocery store or ferry a child to the soccer pitch or school.
It’s got a stand-over height of just 19 inches and 20-inch wheels making it wonderfully easy to operate. Combine that with a long wheelbase and you’ve got a stable enough ride for all that cargo you’ll be carrying once the Short Haul arrives.
Its 35.4-pound weight and vertical parking feature add to the ease of use that characterizes this such a fantastic cargo bike to check out this fall.
The MT500 Burner Flat Shoe is a flat pedal that cyclists have been waiting for to add to your fall gear closet. These stylish shoes feature some serious ergonomics based on bona fide research. The Burners feature durable upper fabrics with ventilation, quick dry lining for those rain days and a reinforced toe and heel box for protection.
Looking for some rugged yet stylish pants for that urban commute, check out the Haskell Pant from Kitsbow, $229US. No worries heading right into the office from the bike with these. Move with complete freedom with this tailored fabric that is both soft and durable, not to mention water-repellent.
Folding locks are a boon for urban cycling because of the versatility and security. So easy to store one of these in a backpack or messenger bag pocket. This model is tough and features 5.5mm bars manufactured from specially hardened steel and connected with special rivets, $148.
When you need gloves you need gloves. And the Giro Proof gloves are designed for seriously cold weather — including those icy fall winds. These gloves are an ideal fall gear item. They are waterproof, touchscreen friendly and offer great warmth and dexterity thanks to the lightweight design, $85.
The women’s Icon shirt from Kitsbow is a wonderfully versatile outdoor shirt that is ideal for fall rides. The wool fabric, always a fantastic material for outdoor garb, is soft and tough at the same time. The construction, especially in the shoulders, gives riders a full range of motion. And, it looks great, has a proper women’s fit, and the wool material is naturally water resistant, $259.
Having a full set of quality fenders for your bicycle is essential fall gear. And these beauties from Portland Design Works are among the nicest we’ve found with a full-wrap anodized aluminum design is both protective and stylish on any bike, $129.
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