Wear a Halloween print cycling jersey. A pumpkin, skull, zombie or witch design reads as a costume from across the road, but it keeps the back pockets and wicking fabric of normal kit, so nothing flaps near your wheels. Add lights and a few small extras, and the same jersey still works on next week's training ride.
In short
- A Halloween print jersey is a costume that still rides like normal kit.
- Halloween lands in spring here, so short sleeves are usually enough.
- Skip capes, long tails and masks. Face paint and lights do the job better.
- Every jersey is made to order, so order early.
What makes a good Halloween cycling jersey?
A good one passes two tests. People should get the joke from ten metres away, and you should be able to ride two hours in it without thinking about it. Costume shops sell plenty of outfits that pass the first test and fail the second: hot, loose polyester with no pockets, plus a cape that ends up in the spokes.
A printed jersey solves that, because the costume is the kit. Our Men's Halloween Scarecrow Pumpkin Head jersey is a good example. It uses 140 GSM moisture-wicking polyester with mesh side panels, a full-length hidden zip, three back pockets and a silicone gripper at the waist. The scarecrow covers the back, so riders behind you see the whole scene.
Pair it with plain black knicks or bibs and the jersey carries the theme. For a bit more, add orange socks or a black cycling cap under the helmet.
What are some Halloween cycling jersey ideas?
Most Halloween designs fall into a few families. Pick the one that suits your sense of humour:
| Idea | What it looks like | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Pumpkins | Jack-o'-lantern faces, scarecrows, pumpkin patches | Group rides, first-timers |
| Skulls | Floral skulls, skeleton riders, Maui skulls | Riders who want dark and bold |
| Monsters | Zombies, Frankenstein, Dracula, witches | Costume contests |
| Subtle | Black cats, scratch marks | Riders who want a hint, not a costume |
Our Halloween Themed Sports Apparel collection holds dozens of designs across these families. If you would rather not retire the jersey on 1 November, the Skull Cycling Jerseys and Apparel collection works all year.
A big front graphic is the easiest look for a costume ride. When people only see you for a second as you roll past, one large shape beats a busy all-over print. Skulls and jack-o'-lantern faces work for exactly that reason.
Clubs can go one step further and pick a family for the whole bunch. Ten riders in zombie and monster jerseys make a rolling costume parade, and the photo at the café stop takes care of itself. If matching feels like too much, agree on two colours, say orange and black, and let everyone choose their own design.
Halloween designs for the whole family
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Men's Halloween Pumpkin Glasses Short Sleeve Cycling Jersey
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Men's Halloween Skeleton Rider Short Sleeve Cycling Jersey
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How do you dress as a cyclist for Halloween?
The easy version works for non-riders too. A real jersey, knicks, a helmet, sunglasses and a cycling cap make a convincing cyclist costume, and it beats a costume-shop "racer" bag because every piece is real. Wear a Halloween print and you get a double costume: cyclist and pumpkin.
Our read is that most people searching "cyclist costume" own a bike already and want an excuse to ride to the party. If that sounds like you, look for a design you would wear again on a Sunday bunch ride. The Men's Pumpkin Eater jersey wraps a jagged jack-o'-lantern grin around the chest and sleeves, and it works just as well for two.
Our sizes run small, so check the size chart on this page before you choose. The jerseys have a club fit cut, so size up if you are between sizes.
What should you wear on a Halloween bike ride in spring?
This year Halloween falls on a Saturday, well into spring. That means a daytime costume ride with the club, an evening spin to a party, or both. Where daylight saving applies, it stays light well into the evening, and our guess is that most riders will be out in mild to warm conditions somewhere in the high teens to mid twenties °C. Short sleeves are enough for most of them.
Warm weather changes the costume rules a little. Thick masks, rubber gloves and full-body suits get hot fast once you start pedalling, and a printed jersey breathes like any other jersey because it is one. Bring a full bottle and keep the extras light.
A few rules riders tend to learn the hard way:
- Anything that hangs past your hips can reach the rear wheel. Tuck it, pin it or leave it at home.
- Face paint beats a mask. You need to see over your shoulder before every turn.
- Run lights once the sun drops, and put a glow band or reflective strap on your ankles. Moving feet catch a driver's eye.
- Keep both hands free. Carry the lollies and the props in your back pockets.
Pick the route with the evening in mind too. Streets with trick-or-treaters get busy with kids crossing between parked cars, so slow right down there and save the quick stretches for a bike path or the daytime ride.
Are there women's and kid's Halloween cycling jerseys?
Yes, and that is what makes a family costume ride easy. Women's designs include Witch Please, Zombies, Dracula and Frankenstein on Wheels. Many men's designs can also be ordered in a different gender through the customisation panel on the product page.
For kids, the Kid's Boo Pumpkin jersey and the Kid's Zombies jersey are the two most costume-ready. Both have a unisex fit for boys and girls, wicking polyester with mesh side panels and three back pockets (handy for lollies). The Kid's Cycling Jerseys collection has more designs, and several of them match an adult version.
Women's Halloween jerseys
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Women's Frankenstein On Wheels Short Sleeve Cycling Jersey
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When should you order a Halloween cycling jersey?
Early. Every jersey is made to order once your order is verified, then shipped to you, so the earlier you order, the more time you leave for it to reach you. The Shipping and Delivery page explains how it works. There is free shipping on orders over A$125, which a family set of jerseys usually passes.
Check the size chart before you order, because customised items (such as a jersey switched to another gender) cannot be returned. Non-customised items are covered by our 60-day store-credit returns.
Halloween jerseys for the ride
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Men's Halloween Scarecrow Pumpkin Head Short Sleeve Cycling Jersey
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Frequently asked questions
Can I wear a Halloween cycling jersey after Halloween?
Yes. Skull designs and black cats look fine on any summer ride, and the jersey is the same kit you would wear in any other month.
What is the easiest cyclist costume for Halloween?
A real cycling jersey, knicks, a helmet, sunglasses and a cycling cap. Pick a Halloween print jersey and the costume does two jobs at once.
Is it safe to ride a bike in a Halloween costume?
It can be, if nothing hangs near the wheels or chain and you can see over your shoulder. Use lights once it gets dark and keep both hands on the bars.
Do I need long sleeves for a Halloween ride in Australia?
Usually not. Halloween falls in spring, so short sleeves suit most daytime and evening rides. A long sleeve jersey helps on an early start or a cool night down south.
Are there Halloween jerseys for kids?
Yes. Kid's designs such as Boo Pumpkin and Zombies have a unisex fit for boys and girls and the same back pockets as the adult jerseys.