RH+ Cycling Kit Guide: Jerseys, Bib Shorts, and a Three in One Helmet

Introduction

Working out what to wear on the bike, and when, is one of those topics that gets more confusing the more kit you accumulate. The useful thing to hold on to is simple: if you are comfortable and enjoying being outside, the rest is detail. The right pieces still change how a long day feels, so it is worth understanding what each garment is actually doing.

This guide covers four pieces from the RH+ range that make up the core of a summer wardrobe. There is an aerodynamic jersey built with as few seams as possible, a pair of bib shorts shaped around a chamois designed for male riders, an ultra-light jersey for the hottest days, and a helmet that can be reconfigured to suit the discipline you are riding.

What to Look For in Summer Cycling Kit

Start with seams. Fewer of them mean a sleeker cut, fewer places for fabric to rub, and a small aerodynamic benefit over a long ride. Look at the pockets next. Large rear pockets with internal binding keep valuables from working their way out, and a gripper around the hem stops the jersey riding up when you are low on the bars.

Shorts deserve the most attention because that is where comfort is won or lost. A well-shaped chamois reduces pressure and numbness, seam-free straps sit closely against the skin, and leg grippers hold the short exactly where you set it. Reflectivity is the other detail worth checking, since a small amount of reflective detailing on the back of a jersey makes a real difference on early starts and late finishes.

Breathability rounds out the list. Mesh panels placed where you sweat most move moisture away from the skin instead of letting it sit there, which matters far more on a hot afternoon than any single fabric claim.

RH+ Aero Jersey: A Streamlined Jersey for Long Days

The RH+ Aero Jersey is built around the idea that fewer seams make a better jersey. The minimal seam construction creates a sleek looking cut, cuts down the number of potential irritation spots, and helps with aerodynamic efficiency. For longer days in the saddle, where you want to stay as comfortable as possible without giving up practicality, that combination is exactly what you want.

Storage is handled by large rear pockets with internal binding, a detail that keeps valuables from escaping when you are moving between surfaces or reaching for food at speed. A gripper around the bottom hem keeps the jersey locked in one place rather than creeping upward, and reflective wording is incorporated across the back so you stay visible without breaking up the look of the jersey.

It pairs naturally with the matching bib shorts in Absolute Blue, and the close, seam-light fit is at its best on riders who prefer a jersey that feels like part of the bike rather than something flapping around them.

RH+ Code Bib Shorts: Support Where It Counts

A good pair of bib shorts is the foundation of dressing like a cyclist, and the RH+ Code Bib Shorts are the natural partner for the Aero Jersey. The leg openings use raw-cut grippers, which give a smooth transition from fabric to skin. On the inside there is a generous amount of silicone, and that is what keeps the shorts exactly in place through a full ride.

The straps are seam free and laser cut from the same piece of fabric, so they sit closely and comfortably against your skin instead of digging in. A comfortable set of straps is the difference between feeling supported and feeling distracted.

The chamois is the part that matters most. This one is designed around the male anatomy to improve blood flow, which reduces pressure and numbness over long distances. The shorts are finished in Absolute Blue, and the range extends the same theme to matching gloves and socks if you want a complete set.

RH+ Elite Evo Jersey: Lightweight Cooling for Hot Rides

As the temperature climbs, super lightweight clothing is the best place to start. The RH+ Elite Evo Jersey weighs less than 100 grams and still carries three rear jersey pockets plus a bonus zipped pocket for valuables. Even more breathable mesh fabrics are used at the armpits, where they help expel perspiration and wick moisture away from the skin.

The women’s version of the jersey adds mesh arms and sleeves for breathability, along with three pockets including a zipped one for keeping valuables safe while riding. Both versions carry reflective strips to improve visibility, which is a welcome detail on a garment this light.

Colour is where this jersey gets interesting. It comes in a burgundy finish that can be paired with black shorts for a classic look, or with green for a more modern take. The shorts retain the same benefits as the rest of the range, so the colour choice is purely about how you want the kit to read on the road.

RH+ Three in One Helmet: One Shell, Three Setups

Protecting your head is not optional, and the RH+ Three in One Helmet makes it easy to do without committing to a single riding style. It ships with two different peaks and can also be run with no peak at all, so you can match the helmet to the conditions as well as to the kit you are wearing.

The strap system is easy to adjust, which guarantees a flush and comfortable fit rather than a helmet that shifts around once you start moving. That flexibility is what makes a single shell useful across road rides, mixed-surface days and everything in between, and it means one purchase covers more of your riding than a discipline-specific design would.

How to Build a Complete Summer Kit

If you are starting from nothing, buy the shorts first. The chamois is what determines whether a four-hour ride feels good or miserable, and everything else is easier to get right once that is sorted. Add a jersey next, choosing between the Aero Jersey’s seam-light cut and the Elite Evo Jersey’s sub-100-gram construction based on the temperatures you actually ride in.

The helmet comes after that, and the Three in One’s interchangeable peaks make it a sensible choice for anyone who splits their time between surfaces. Small accessories finish the job. Gloves cushion impacts and add breathability on hotter days, and socks made from an antibacterial, sweat-wicking fabric with an elasticated band around the middle keep feet dry and the fit snug.

RH+ also designs colour across the range so that garments are easy to style together, which takes some of the guesswork out of building a coordinated look. If you want a single, simple rule: prioritise the pieces that touch your skin, then let colour follow.

Conclusion

The best kit is the kit you forget you are wearing. Everything here works toward that goal, from the seam-light construction of the Aero Jersey to the chamois in the Code Bib Shorts, the featherweight fabric of the Elite Evo Jersey and the adaptable peaks of the Three in One Helmet. Get the fit and the comfort right and you will ride further, stay out longer, and enjoy being outside, which is the only thing that really matters.