Lights Out: 11 Pieces of Brilliantly Reflective Cycling Gear

Simply adding Fiks:Reflective Sheel Stripes to your bike’s rims will greatly increase nighttime visibility. Thanks to a variety of colors, they allow you to create a touch of personalized style too. The glass-embedded reflective film sticks to the non-braking surface of any rim and can be easily removed to change the color or pattern.

Fiks:Reflective Wheel Stripes, $19.00

Capo’s Padrone vest is gray during the day but almost entirely reflective when hit with light at night. The Padrone is made of Superblack 360° Luminescence material that’s not just reflective—it’s also wind and water-resistant. An anatomic 19-panel design creates a snug racy fit while laser-cut vents in the back add breathability. Three rear pockets offer storage, while a zippered security pocket with waterproof membrane keeps your valuables safe and dry.

Capo Padrone SL Vest, $216.00, Competitive Cyclist

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Giro has launched new versions of its Empire ACC shoes with a reflective upper that will greatly increase evening visibility. The shoe’s upper is made of the exact same material as the regular models and features the ultra-comfortable lace-up closure that has made both of these shoes staff favorites. The only difference is the special reflective treatment on the uppers’ material that shines brightly when hit with light. The urban-inspired Giro Republic LX comes in a reflective version that costs $190.

Giro Empire ACC Reflective shoe, $193.00, Competitive Cyclist

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Sugoi’s Zap collection is made of highly reflective materials for maximum visibility at night. This Zap jacket is not only incredibly visible; it’s also completely waterproof, with taped seams and a long tail to protect from the rear tire’s spray. The men’s version is offered in six colors, while women have four to choose from.

Sugoi Zap Jacket, From $67.50 at Competitive Cyclist

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ICNY’s cycling gloves are made of merino wool to keep your hands warm and feature reflective dots on the backside of the fingers, which are visible to approaching vehicles when your hands are on the bar, and from the back if you signal a turn or to stop.

ICNY Cycling Glove

Reflectivity is great after dark. But what about visibility during the day? Pearl Izumi enhances not just night visibility but daytime too with bright fluorescent colors combined with reflectivity in a line of apparel called BioViz. Pearl takes things one step further by strategically and systematically placing hi-vis panels where the body creates rhythmic patterns creating a visual that’s more likely to be caught by drivers' eyes. The BioViz P.R.O. Aero WxB Jacket offers lightweight rain protection and is small enough to roll into a jersey pocket. The BioViz line also includes tights, gloves, and shoe covers. Want more details? Read our full BioViz preview here.  

Pearl Izumi Men's P.R.O. Aero WxB Jacket, From $124 at Competitive Cyclist

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Hiplok’s clever design allows you to wear your bike security like a belt while you ride. The V1.50s reflective logo protects means the lock protects more than just the bike—you become more visible when riding at night.

Hiplok V1.50, $100.00

Betabrand offers a variety of reflective apparel, including these stylish reflective socks. The cotton/polyester blend socks feature a double-thick padded footbed for comfort and durability with a thinner herringbone pattern over the foot and on the upper part of the sock. Reflective screenprinted wings are embedded with millions of tiny glass reflectors that bounce light back at the exact same angle it came from for added visibility.

Betabrand Bike to Work Socks, $25.00

Northwave will sell its Extreme road shoe with a reflective ultralight microfiber upper for 2016. The neon-green accents will boost daytime visibility too. The shoe has the same Speedplay friendly carbon sole and S.L.W.2 ratchet closure system as the company's 235-gram nonreflective version.

Northwave Extreme, $375.00

Fiks:Reflective puts fun reflective designs on cycling t-shirts, turning these everyday pieces of apparel into practical hi-vis gear. The shirts are made with Drirelease fabric, which the company claims wicks moisture away four times faster, so you stay cooler on hot, hard rides.

Fiks:Reflective T-Shirt, $45.00

Pactimo’s RFLX line features panels made of cloth with reflective elements impregnated directly into it. These thermal bib shorts are made of heavyweight Italian Miti Lombardia fabric to keep you warm, and incorporate a reflective cuff and front panel to boost visibility.

Pactimo Alpine RFLX Thermal Bib Shorts, $135.00