Video of 2010 Tour De France cyling route starting in Rotterdam Holland.

 

 

Really you don't have to be in the Tour De France in order to benefit from using the same gear the pros do.  It doesn't have to be extravagant either!  Start with one or two essential upgrades and take your riding experience to the next stage!

 

Here are a few of my favorites:

 

  Rudy Project's Sterling Cycling Helmet

 

Worn here by 6 time Yellow Jersey champion Erik Zabel, this helmet is perfect for hot weather rides.  It boasts 18 vents + a removable bug screen and is perhaps Rudy Project's most advanced cycling helmet to date. So comfortable and airy, you head won't be wet after your ride in this one.

 

Also pictured is a sampling of Rudy Project's Technically Cool Eyewear.  An absolute must for longer, sunny day rides and excursions.  I won't leave the house without my Rudy Project Eyewear!

 

 

 

Sterling Helmet and Technically Cool Eyewear both from Rudy Project

 

 

 

 

 

 

These are part of Pearl Izumi's on the bike, off the bike style and versatility that make this so much more than a mere cycling shoe.  Yes its got the SPD recessed plates all you hard core road rats want but it also has a full lug sole that doesn't slip.  This is perfect if you need to hike your bike over rough terrain or water.  Quick drying, light but give you the support of a quality athletic shoe, this is my choice for on and off the road.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pearl Izumi Women's Carbon Leather Pittards

 

These are by far my absolute favorite cycling gloves, especially for the hot summer months.  So airy but with the extra duability you come to expect from Pearl Izumi.  I especially like the light but effective palm padding.  I also have them as full fingered cycling gloves.  Excellent!

 

 

This redesigned favorite combines the comfort of a Pittards leather palm with Coolmax mesh back create the most comfortable all around glove. Durable Pittards WR 100X leather with PI embossed logo for a performance grip.
U-Bridge pad placement protects the ulnar nerve while bridging the median nerve
Shock absorbing Gel-Lite inserts eliminate road vibration
Coolmax mesh fabric provides the ultimate in moisture transfer and breathability
Direct inject graphics that won't wear off over time
Soft microfleece wiping surface on thumb
Womens specific fit and sizing
Content:Palm: 100% Leather, Shell Back: 82% Nylon/18% Spandex, Wiping Surface: 100% Polyester

 

So no matter if you are doing the real thing in France or not, you can be the master of your road with these top picks from the pros.