From carbon-infused to bamboo-based, innovative fabrics punctuate the 2009 Shebeest line

Boulder, Colorado, From bike commuting to racing, the 2009 Spring apparel line from Shebeest delivers innovation and style for female cyclists. “Shebeest is committed to making you look good wherever your ride takes you,” says founder and lead designer Claudia Ried. “With a range of looks fit to function at any level, Shebeest helps sustain your style throughout your day.”

The company is also dedicated to providing clothing that supports the values of its customers. From the sustainable fabrics in the SheGreen line to bike commuter-specific pieces — such as the popular Bermuda Commuta shorts — Shebeest enhances a healthy and fun lifestyle. “Whether its riding to the farmer’s market or signing up for a cycling vacation, I like to think that our gear helps women get outside and enjoy making a positive difference for themselves, and for the planet,” explains Ried. It’s a mission statement that parallels its parent company, Veltec Sports.

The new Tucson Tank — featuring breathable Activ-S fabric and Lady Leopard Bloom print side panels — embodies Shebeest’s high-spirited style. X-Static fabric provides highly effective moisture management for two new tops, the S-Cut Jersey. Available in short sleeve and sleeveless, the jersey features eye-catching prints, generous front zippers for venting, and deep rear pockets.

Also new for ’09, Flash Carbon fabric uses carbon-infused yarns to enhance both temperature regulation and muscle compression in the Century Elite shorts. The carbon fabric offers superb protection against damaging UVA and UVB rays. Better yet, it’s remarkable soft and luxuriously comfortable. No less innovative, the new Performance Bamboo Jersey brings stretchy bamboo-based fabric to the She Green line, with a portion of the proceeds from this piece going to breast cancer research.

Bike commuting is a healthy lifestyle choice that many women are incorporating into their daily routines. Shebeest offers a full lineup of stylish pieces that enhance the commuting experience, such as the Metro-Bermuda, Bermuda-Commuta and Boardrider Capri pants. The Velo Wrap Skirt or SB Cycloskort offer fun choices for warm-weather riding, with plenty of cycling functionality built in to the designs, including premium chamois liners, comfortable leg-gripper finishing, and flat-seam elastic waistbands.