Smart Cycling Clothing: The Best Gear for Seniors Who Want to Ride Safer
Updated July, 2025 By Bruce | The Old Guy Bicycle Blog Smart Clothing for Older Cyclists: Ride Longer, Stay Comfortable, Be Seen When people search for smart cycling clothes, they often mean tech-enhanced gear — LED vests, GPS-enabled wearables, or AI-powered jerseys. But let’s be honest: most of us over 60 don’t need a flashing jacket to enjoy a good ride. After five decades on the bike, I’ve figured out what “smart” really means — gear that’s comfortable, visible, breathable, and made for the way we actually ride. Here's what works for me — and what doesn’t. As the years (and miles) pile up, I’ve become a lot pickier about what I wear on the bike. In my younger days, an old cotton T-shirt and gym shorts might’ve been “good enough.” Not anymore. Now, every piece of gear I put on has to earn its place. I look for comfort, breathability, visibility — and let’s be honest, something that doesn’t leave me freezing at mile 10 or sweating buckets at mile 30. So when I talk about “sm...
