5 Common Mistakes To Avoid That Ruin Your Cycling Apparel

Although cycling clothing is designed for performance, unintentional mistakes could reduce the material’s lifespan. To prolong the life of your cycling clothes and accessories, avoid these five mistakes.

For durable, high-performance cycling apparel designed to last, check out Wizard Athleisure’s collection of cycling apparel. 

1. Using Fabric Softener or Harsh Detergents
   Ordinary fabric softeners and detergents can leave behind residues that restrict moisture-wicking fibers, decreasing breathability and retaining smells. They also degrade elastane over time, which makes your equipment less supportive and snug.
   
   What to do instead: Choose a gentle, sports-specific detergent devoid of bleach and softeners.

2.    Washing in Hot Water
   While hot water might seem like it’s a more effective option to wash clothes, it actually degrades elastic fibers, fades the material’s color and breaks down seams. 
   
   What to do instead: Wash cycling clothes at a temperature not more than 30°C (86°F) to preserve their performance features.  

3.    Tumble Drying
   Not only does washing cycling apparel in hot water degrade the clothing’s material, but also the heat from dryers can have a negative effect on clothes. Using a dryer can cause the fabric to shrink and stitches to weaken. It’s the fastest way to damage high-quality gear.  
   
   What to do instead: Opt to hang the clothes in a shaded area or by laying them flat. Make sure to never  put them directly under the sun because this can cause the colors to fade. 

4.   Not Washing Clothes Inside-Out
   During perspiration and activity, sweat and bacteria build up on the inside of your clothes. Wizard Athleisure’s Pro Bib Short and AeroLite Jerseys are designed with an interior lining that supports the odor of sweat from coming out during exercise. The best approach would be to turn them inside out before washing, which will lead to clothes washed more thoroughly.
   
   What to do instead: Ensure that you flip your cycling clothes inside out before putting them in the washing machine and to esnure proper cleaning, best to wash the items as soon as possible.
   
5. Too Much Detergent & Aggressive Wash Cycles
   Adding more detergent than you need doesn’t make clothes cleaner. Instead, it creates an unnecessary build up of soap that stiffens fabrics. Intensive wash cycles can damage high-quality cycling apparel like those of Wizard Athleisure by breaking down the fabric.
   
   What to do instead: You can either select to follow what is recommended in terms of detergent amount or go for a gentle hand-wash of your clothing items.

As a summary, taking proper care keeps your cycling clothes as good as new. And by avoiding these mistakes, you will increase their lifespan and get the most out of your well spent cash.

References:

1. https://www.wizardathleisure.com/   Welcome to the world of Wizard Athleisure. We are an ethical active-wear and lifestyle brand with a focus on technology, sustainability, and empowering our diverse audience.
2. Men cycling collection: https://www.wizardathleisure.com/collections/mens-cycling/
3. Women cycling collection: https://www.wizardathleisure.com/collections/womens-cycling/
4. Wizard Athleisure cycling Crow collection: Men & Women