Cycling Gear

Need some recommendations on reflective gear for women, esp for cycling at night!?

I’m looking for quality and reasonable prices. Getting into cycling as my main way of commuting, so would love to hear from experienced cyclists!

Most biking clothing (including helmets) has reflective materials in it. You can also buy reflective arm/ankle bands.

Take a look at IllumiNite clothing. It’s impossible to not be seen in this:
http://www.performancebike.com/bikes//CatalogSearchResultView?storeId=10052&catalogId=10551&langId=-1&pageSize=16&beginIndex=0&sortBy=Dollar+Rank%2F%2F1&searchType=resultSet&cn1=&searchTerm=illuminite

No matter what you wear, make sure you have red flashers in the rear (the higher, the better) and at least a cheap headlight for visability. You wouldn’t believe the number of cars I see driving w/o headlights. If their lights are off, all the reflective gear in the world won’t do you any good.

http://www.performancebike.com/bikes/TopCategory_10052_10551_400014_-1_400014_Y

Of course you want to be ready for minor breakdowns.
I use SRAM chains that can be easily taken apart & fixed with a spare speed link http://www.performancebike.com/bikes//Product2_10052_10551_1032136_-1 and tire patches http://www.performancebike.com/bikes//Product_10052_10551_1035355_-1___
If you have a long commute, or ride in all kinds of environments, you may want to carry a spare inner tube as well.

I’m not schilling for PBS, although I shop there. Just easier to find links in one place. (:

One thing I just bought :
http://www.identi-tape.com/3m-conspicuity.htm

I’m going to cut the white tape and put it on my wheels so they’ll be more visible. Some of it will go on my helmet too.

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