Urban cycling trousers

Water-repellent softshell: the Gonso Adventure for winter

The Gonso Adventure is made from G-Shell softshell fabric in polyester, water-repellent and breathable: it cuts the wind and allows light rain to slide off without trapping moisture, unlike fully waterproof trousers. Its slightly loose fit allows room for a warm layer on very cold days. The zipped front pockets keep keys and access badges secure, the waistband adjusts in width, and zips at the bottom of the legs, protected by a flap, make it easy to pull on over high-top shoes.

The rest of the outfit

Urban gear also comes in:

• Jackets.
• T-shirts.
• Shorts.
• Gloves.
• Urban Helmets.
• Reflective Accessories.

All equipment is gathered on the urban page.

Women's cuts: Gonso Ruth and Silvini Freetime Savelli

A women's cycling trouser is not just a smaller size: it is cut wider at the hips, more fitted at the waist, with a high back rise that covers the lower back when leaning forward on the handlebars. The Gonso Ruth, from the German brand, and the Silvini Freetime Savelli, from the Czech cycling specialist, follow this principle in a stretchy fabric that moves with you on every pedal stroke without sagging at the knees. When choosing, check for the absence of thick stitching in the crotch, source of chafing on the saddle.

Endura Burner Lite: a MTB trouser for the city

The Endura Burner Lite comes from the mountain biking range of the Scottish brand: it's the lighter version of its downhill trouser, designed for mild temperatures. Its four-way stretchy fabric, mesh inserts, and laser perforations provide ventilation for the legs, while a water-repellent treatment without PFC repels splashes. The waistband is adjustable with Velcro, and the fitted cut keeps the leg's bottom away from the chain. In the city, it's suitable for sporty cyclists who ride fast or long and want trousers that dry quickly.

Good deals

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Frequently asked questions

Is a pair of jeans suitable for cycling every day?

For a few minutes of cycling, yes, but classic denim, stiff and thick, can restrict the knee, wears quickly in the crotch area, and dries slowly. A stretchy urban cycling trouser keeps a city look while better resisting saddle friction.

What should I do if the bottom of the trouser rubs against the chain?

Choose a fit that is close to the calf or a bottom that is adjustable with Velcro or zip. If not, roll up the right leg, on the chain side: the fabric stays clean and won't get caught in the chainring.

What kind of cycling trouser should I choose for rain?

A water-repellent trouser, like a softshell, is sufficient for a short downpour. In heavy and prolonged rain, only waterproof overtrousers with taped seams will keep city trousers dry, to be put on before heading out.

How do I choose the size of an urban cycling trouser?

Take your usual size, then sit down with your legs bent: the waistband shouldn't drop at the back and the fabric shouldn't pull at the knees. With legs straightened, the ideal length reaches the top of the shoe.

How do I care for a softshell trouser?

Wash it at thirty degrees with a gentle detergent, without fabric softener that cancels out the water-repellent effect. A tumble dryer on a low heat will then reactivate the treatment, if permitted by the label.