REQUIREMENTS

Functional bike clothing differs from other sportswear in many ways. The demands it needs to meet depend on the intended activity. Do you prefer a close fit on your road bike? Do you wear protectors and need wide cut apparel on your MTB? Or do you need comfortable items that you can also wear off your bike? VAUDE bike apparel differs in terms of designs, materials and features for the specific demands of different kinds of biking.

INTENDED USE

Whether asphalt, gravel road or single trail – depending on where you like to bike, you’ll need different functional apparel. VAUDE bike apparel offers maximum comfort and protection. All details and functionality as well as specific design are adapted to the intended activity. E-biking fans will also get their money’s worth with us.

All Mountain

You need the kick and enjoy feeling every muscle on a single trail? For all bike enthusiasts looking for fun and sporty challenges, VAUDE offers highly functional bike clothing that turns every trip into an experience – whether you’re a cross-country, enduro or mountain biker.

Our All Mountain gear will let you take on the challenge of both uphill and downhill riding, on dirt roads and off-road trails. Therefore All Mountain bike pants include a chamois as well as stretch inserts for increased comfort and optimum freedom of movement.
Enduro biking is all about fast-paced downhill racing. So safety and comfort are top priorities when it comes to your gear – for the best riding experience. The clothing is more robust, features longer cuts and can be combined with protectors.

All Road

Really get stuck in: Do you love to eat up kilometres or explore nature off the main roads? Many road cyclists and gravel bikers are looking for a challenge to switch off from their hectic everyday working lives. Performance paired with experience and enjoyment is the best way to keep fit and clear your head – whether solo or together with friends. Most of the time, you’re on paved roads and can concentrate fully on your performance. At higher speeds and with a sporty riding position, a close-fitting cut of the bike clothing is particularly important.

All Tour

Do you love the incredible variety our planet has to offer and riding off to explore it all? Bike touring and day trips offer a combination of adventure, fascinating cultures and breathtaking landscapes. Under frequently changing conditions, your clothing is often subjected to a real test of endurance. VAUDE bike travel products are particularly robust, fit comfortably and are equipped with reflective elements. 

Urban Mobility 

Your bike is a part of your lifestyle: whether you’re into urban riding, recreational cycling or commuting in all kinds of weather, the VAUDE City products are made just for you. The clothing is suitable for everyday use and features urban styles.

THE LAYERING PRINCIPLE

Both weather and temperatures can change rapidly outdoors. Your body is constantly adapting to these changes – your core temperature will rise as you work out and fall again when you take a break. When you’re participating in any strenuous activity, it makes sense to dress in layers that work well together.
In the 3-layer principle, individual layers of clothing are combined with each other to form a functional unit. Depending on weather conditions and your own personal condition, a layer can be put on or taken off: If it gets too warm, just take off a layer, and once you start to cool down, you can put it back on again. For the layer principle to work, however, it is absolutely necessary to use only functional textiles. These fabrics move moisture outward and insulate the air between the layers.

You can distinguish between the following layers:

Layer 1

(base layer / first layer)

The base layer is the most important layer because it is worn directly against your skin. This layer wicks moisture outward as quickly as possible to keep your body dry and prevent overcooling. Functional fibers are used for the base layer, as natural fibers lose their wicking ability when wet. In sunny, warm temperatures you often wear just this one functional layer. A lot of functional shirts therefore have integrated UV protection.

Layer 2

(mid layer / second layer)

The mid layer insulates your body’s heat and transports moisture from the inside to the outside.
Several synthetic materials, such as fleece, are suitable for this purpose. They keep your body warm in cool temperatures. They retain this property even when wet as well as dry quickly.

Layer 3

(outer layer / third layer)

The outermost layer offers weatherprotection against external influences such as rain, wind or cold temperatures. Both hardshell and softshell products are suitable for this purpose. Hardshells offer maximum protection from adverse weather conditions and are absolutely waterproof, windproof and breathable. Softshells combine weather protection with thermal insulation properties. The stretch material is comfortable to wear, breathable and water-repellent, but not waterproof.