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Terry Tent Sale – 2024

July 9, 2024 By Colin D. 3 Comments

Come shop our annual cycling blow out sale in Burlington, Vermont.

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WINTER CYCLING GLOVES – A HANDY GUIDE.

October 20, 2023 By Colin D. 1 Comment

  There’s a lot to consider on the quest for the best winter cycling gloves, so we’re breaking it down for you. Here’s a guide to what to look for and highlights from the Terry collection to keep your hands toasty for many winter miles to come.   How to choose the best winter gloves […]

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TIPS FOR HOT WEATHER CYCLING.

May 25, 2023 By Colin D. Leave a Comment

hot weather cycling tips

Hot weather cycling is a lot more appealing than setting out for a ride in cold, gray, wintry weather. Longer days, no restrictive layers of clothing, easier pedaling with relaxed, warmed up muscles. But hot weather brings another set of challenges, and really hot weather can bring real danger.

High temperatures don’t have to stop you enjoying a good bike ride. Just follow these tips and guidelines to stay cool and safe when the mercury climbs higher than Mont Ventoux.

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BIKE TOURING IN TERRY – ON THE ERIE CANAL TRAIL

October 28, 2022 By Colin D. Leave a Comment

Touring in Terry Bike Gear - Erie Canal Trail

We recently returned from riding a nine-day adventure riding across New York on the Erie Canal trail.   This is the third and longest bike trip we have taken with our friends, a group we named “Le COVID Bubble”.

Filed Under: Sidesaddle Blog Tagged With: bicycle touring, bicycle touring apparel

Your Guide to the Women’s Tour de France Femmes 2022

July 24, 2022 By Colin D. Leave a Comment

The 2022 Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift runs over eight stages, beginning with a criterium format in Paris on July 24th, and finishing on July 31st, with a mountain top finish in north-eastern France. The settings will include some familiar backdrops from the many editions of the men’s tour, along with new variations that will make this reimagined women’s Tour truly interesting to watch.

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BIKE SHOP PROFILE: VALLEY BIKE & SKI WERKS

June 17, 2022 By Colin D. Leave a Comment

Mannequin wearing Terry gear at Valley Bike & Ski

Valley Bike & Ski Werks is the leading resource for cyclists in Massachusetts’ Pioneer Valley, and a long-time Terry partner. Take a quick tour and see why Terry gear is such a good fit for the store’s customer base…

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BIKE SHOP PROFILE: GEAR WEST.

May 26, 2022 By Colin D. Leave a Comment

Shopping for women's cycling tops at Gear West

Gear West has grown into the country’s largest ski retailer, located in the western suburbs of Minneapolis, MN. With roots in triathlon as well as nordic competition, the store’s offerings for cyclists and runners keep pace through the warmer seasons of the year. 
GW has a long history with Terry, and it’s a partnership that brings some great benefits to the store’s female cycling customers.

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Advice From the Matchmakers: How To Find Your Soulmate Saddle

April 15, 2022 By Colin D. Leave a Comment

How to choose your soulmate saddle , showing Terry Butterfly LTD in Solstice

If you’re looking for help choosing a new bike seat, you’re probably looking for a seat that hurts less than the one you have, or maybe you’re trying to replace a worn-out saddle that you love but is no longer available. Either way, you really want to get it right, but where to start?

Here are some tips to help you identify what features are most important for your comfort in the saddle, so you can quickly find the one special seat for your anatomy and riding style.

Filed Under: Sidesaddle Blog Tagged With: Bicycle Saddle Selection, bicycle saddles, Bike Seats

HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST CLOTHING FOR RIDING AN EBIKE.

March 19, 2022 By Colin D. 4 Comments

A senior couple pausing while riding ebikes along a wooded road

More riders are jumping on ebikes than ever, so the questions keep coming up: 

What’s the best clothing for riding an ebike? Should I wear bike shorts?

If you’re new to riding an ebike and are wondering how to choose clothing and accessories, we’ve got some answers for you…

Filed Under: Sidesaddle Blog Tagged With: cycling helmets, ebikes, women's cycling apparel

Best Women’s Bike Shorts Roundup

February 12, 2022 By Colin D. 2 Comments

best women's bike shorts

Setting out to offer the best women’s bike shorts means offering a lot of different choices, all of which are the best in different ways. Here are highlights of our line up for 2022, and the details you need to choose the right pair for you.

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BEST WINTER CYCLING GEAR – STAFF PICKS FOR 2022.

December 29, 2021 By Colin D. Leave a Comment

Winter Cycling Gear Staff Picks

  Temperatures are plummeting, but we plan to keep riding through the winter months, so it’s time to pick out our best winter cycling gear!  As someone hardy around here said, “There’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad outfits!” With the right winter cycling clothes in your wardrobe, and appropriate equipment, you can keep riding all year round, even when temperatures […]

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NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS FOR MORE REVOLUTIONS – 2022.

December 29, 2021 By Colin D. 1 Comment

new year resolutions for cyclists

New Year Resolutions for Cyclists  New Year – time for making fresh starts and turning new leaves. Almost half of us make resolutions at New Year, and the goals most of us set are to do with getting in better shape. The bad news: only a handful of determined souls keep their resolutions – most […]

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ON A BIKE FIXING ROLL – ROTARY FUNDS LOCAL BIKE REPAIR STATIONS.

December 28, 2021 By Colin D. Leave a Comment

Rotary members at the deication of the bike repair station in Shelburne, Vermont

New bike repair stations are popping up along popular cycling routes in several Vermont towns, thanks to local fundraising efforts.  Vermonter Susan Grimes encountered eye-catching bike repair stations while traveling, and was inspired to bring similar stations to her own backyard.  

Filed Under: Sidesaddle Blog Tagged With: Cycling in Vermont

Richard’s Ride 2021 – Celebrating the Love of Cycling in Vermont

October 29, 2021 By Colin D. 1 Comment

A cyclist riding on a gravel road with a scenic view of Vermont's Fall foliage

We were delighted that Terry could be a Polka Dot sponsor of the 2021 Richard’s Ride event, organized by the Richard Tom Foundation on October 9th, here in Vermont. Richard’s Ride brings the Vermont cycling community together to celebrate Richard’s life, as well as our shared enthusiasm for cycling and all that it adds to our lives. 

The event offered something for everyone, from short family rides to quite challenging gravel rides, and plenty of options in between. The weather cooperated fully too, providing great conditions for cycling in an unusually warm October.

Filed Under: Sidesaddle Blog Tagged With: Charity bike rides, cycling events, Cycling in Vermont

Alaska Cycle Chic Blazes the Trail for New Riders

October 29, 2021 By Colin D. Leave a Comment

n interesting new name popped up on the list of independent dealers and bike shops selling Terry clothing across the USA last year. When we reached out to learn the story behind “Alaska Cycle Chic,” we were delighted to meet Krystal and Nancy, two keen cyclists and new entrepreneurs bringing great creative energy to their local cycling community.

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TERRY TENT SALE – JULY 2024.

June 24, 2021 By Colin D. 2 Comments

Come shop our annual cycling blow out sale in Burlington, Vermont. Get ready – it’s our Summer tradition here at Terry! If you’re around the great Green Mountain state, swing by the Terry warehouse for our only in-person sales extravaganza, the Terry Tent Sale. Come join us for huge savings on women’s cycling apparel and […]

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BAGGY BIKE SHORTS IN THE LIMELIGHT.

June 19, 2021 By Colin D. Leave a Comment

Screenshot of Terry website showing baggy shorts category, with highlighting

Quite a few of our best loved, best reviewed bike shorts are actually loose fitting, non-lycra options that fall into the “baggy shorts” category. Up until now we didn’t have an easy way to locate those items separately, so we fixed that…

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TOUR DE FRANCE 2021 PREVIEW.

June 19, 2021 By Colin D. Leave a Comment

Model wearin g Terry Soleil Short Sleeve Cycling Jersey, holding tour de France flag

After coming so close to being canceled in 2020, the difficulties the riders had preparing and achieving form during lockdowns, then the restrictions and compromises of last year’s Tour, the 2021 edition seems to be celebrating almost a pre-pandemic level of freedom and return to normality. What a relief! It’s shaping up to be a dramatic and compelling race once again. Here’s what to look out for in this year’s TDF…

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TERRY CUSTOMERS ROCKING THE RIDE.

June 19, 2021 By Colin D. 1 Comment

Terry cucstomers Teri M. and Robin L. wear their Terry bike gear

Terri Morton is new to endurance cycling, but you would never know it from the scale of her ambitions. Last year, at age 59, she set her sights on a century, and set about preparing – as she puts it, “My first real bike riding ever!”

Terry Ambassador, Robin Leftridge is one of those hardy souls who commutes by bike year round. She has now ridden to work every single day for five years, in all weather, and Cleveland is hilly, so this is no ordinary level of dedication! Read more about these inspiring gals…

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HOW TO FIT A BIKE HELMET PROPERLY.

May 30, 2021 By Colin D. 3 Comments

How to fit a bike helmet properly, dad fitting child's helmet strap

A helmet can only protect your head, or that of your child, if it’s fitted correctly.

I’m always happy to see people on the bike paths and lanes where I live wear bike helmets, but I’m often surprised how many don’t have them adjusted correctly. Here are the tips you need to know to be absolutely sure your helmet – or your child’s – is able to do its job of protecting you in a crash.

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