Cycling Base Layer — Black
The layer that makes every other layer work better.
87% Recycled ECONYL® Nylon / 13% LYCRA®
Breathable, technical, and built to last. The Black Cycling Base Layer is made from lightweight ECONYL® regenerated nylon mesh that wicks moisture and regulates temperature on the move. A body-skimming sleeveless design sits smoothly under jerseys and winter layers without bulk — quick-drying and comfortable across every season. Made from regenerated nylon created from rescued ocean waste, in sizes 6 to 24, ethically made in Australia.
Features
- ECONYL® regenerated nylon mesh — breathable, moisture-wicking, and temperature-regulating
- Sleeveless design — maximum airflow for warm-weather riding
- Body-skimming fit — layers smoothly under jerseys and jackets without bulk
- Quick-drying and soft against the skin
- Works as a moisture-wicking first layer in cooler weather
- Sustainable fabric — regenerated nylon made from rescued ocean waste
- Designed for women in sizes 6–24
- Ethically made in Australia
🧵 Fabric
Crafted with care in our Brisbane studio, this garment is made from premium performance fabric designed to move with you.
- Main Fabric: 87% Recycled ECONYL® Nylon / 13% LYCRA®
- Breathable, moisture-wicking, and built for comfort
- Four-way stretch for full freedom of movement
- Quick drying
🧼 Care
To keep your gear looking and feeling its best:
- Warm machine wash with like colours
- Do not bleach, tumble dry, or dry clean
- Hang dry in the shade
- Avoid rough surfaces and velcro that may snag
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Why You'll Love It
Breathable Mesh Performance
Lightweight mesh fabric increases airflow and helps move moisture away from the skin for greater riding comfort.
Layers Smoothly Under Jerseys
The sleeveless cut reduces bulk and sits comfortably under cycling jerseys, jackets and thermal layers.
Quick-Drying Comfort
Technical fabric dries quickly to help regulate temperature during changing riding conditions.
More Sustainable Materials
Made from ECONYL® regenerated nylon created using rescued ocean waste.
Built for Year-Round Riding
Cool and breathable in summer, or worn as a moisture-wicking base layer through winter.
Ethically Made in Australia
Proudly designed and sewn in Brisbane in inclusive women's sizes AU 6–24.
Made with ECONYL® Regenerated Nylon
Our cycling base layers are made from lightweight ECONYL® regenerated nylon mesh — a high-performance fabric created using rescued ocean waste and discarded materials that are regenerated into premium nylon yarn.
Soft, breathable and quick-drying, the mesh fabric is designed to help regulate temperature and move moisture away from the skin while riding. The result is lightweight performance that feels comfortable through changing conditions, whether you’re commuting, touring or layering up for winter rides.
By choosing regenerated materials and ethical local manufacturing, we’re working toward more thoughtful cycling apparel designed to last beyond a single season.
Keep Ride Warm
Winter Cycling Collection
FAQs
A cycling base layer helps regulate temperature and manage moisture by moving sweat away from the skin during rides. This helps keep you drier and more comfortable across changing weather conditions.
Yes. The lightweight breathable mesh is designed to increase airflow and dry quickly, making it ideal for warm-weather riding.
Absolutely. Worn under jerseys and jackets, it acts as a moisture-wicking first layer to help keep you comfortable during cooler rides.
ECONYL® is a regenerated nylon yarn made from rescued ocean waste and discarded materials. It delivers high-performance stretch, durability and breathability while supporting a more sustainable approach to fabric production.
All Birds on Bikes apparel is ethically made in Brisbane, Australia in inclusive sizes AU 6–24.
