Tough Chik Cycling-Review & Giveaway!

If you have been reading my blog for a while, you know that I am absolutely in love with everything from Tough Chik.

If you are a new reader, you are probably wondering "what is Tough Chik?" so let me introduce you --

Tough Chik is not just a clothing line, it is an outlook on life. All women have a personal story that makes them tough and our goal is to celebrate Tough Chik triumphs in a creative way. We want to revolutionize women's performance apparel by linking it to something more profound than just pretty designs.

As Team Tough Chik, we are designers, marketers, runners and cyclists that feed on creative expression. We are proud of our shin splints, scars and pedicures. We strive to support women of all shapes, sizes and backgrounds who celebrate life and seek to conquer its challenges and adventures.

I wear Tough Chik racing:

Sprinting to the finish at Polarbear Tri with my TC visor!

I wear Tough Chik haning out with triathlon superstars:

Hanging with Dave Scott

I wear Tough Chik hanging out with my bestie:

Running wild in Boston with Dawn and my Tough Chik visor!

I wear Tough Chik while I am working:

Working hard at the Y's indoor tri

Shannon, the owner, designer and Captainn Awesome of Tough Chik just finished up an epic 7 day cycling tour from San Francisco to Los Angeles - The Aids Lifecycle.  Shannon also raised over $3,000 for this event so this is the perfect time to celebrate one BADA$$ Tough Chik (Shannon, of course!) with a review (and giveaway) from Tough Chik's cycling line!!

I got the Aqua Tough Chik cycling jersey a while ago and I could not wait until the Maine winter was gone so I could get out and ride in this jersey.

2011 Tough Chik Aqua Cycling Jersey
•Women's specific cut
•Technical wicking fabric
•Form fitting for competitive riding (they run small so consider ordering a size up)
•¾ Hidden Zipper
•3 large back pockets
Price: $70.00










My first ride out with my TC jersey was a cold Spring day in Maine (sorry, no pictures of this adventure). I was able to layer it with a UA cold weather top and still managed to be functional while looking cute! But, lucky for me the weather has warmed and this is my go to cycling jersey for many reasons.

I wore it out on my first big group ride two weeks ago and lots of the ladies just loved it~it was certainly an ice breaker.

It's comfortable. Yes, it is a race cut and while I normally wear a size medium in most tops, I did opt for a large in this one. It fits great-not too tight but not too loose (you don't want your cycling top riding up on ya!). As I mentioned, I could layer it and still be comfortable but yet it is fitted enough to not chafe or ride up. It did not bind my arms and allowed for plenty of movement. It's tech material is also wicking so worries about sweating like a beast (which I do!) when out on a hard ride.

It's cute. I mean, really. Do you know how many comments I get from both males and females whenever I wear this out? The colors pop (a plus when you are out on the road) and yet it is stylish too. Win-win. It's girly. without being too girly.

It's a reasonable price point. If you have ever purchased a quality cycling jersey, you know that they are easily $100.00 and upwards. There is no skimping on quality in this jersey and it is a price that won't break the bank.

I love Tough Chik's unique designs--

Now here is YOUR chance to win your own Tough Chik product!!

To celebrate riding into summer, Tough Chik will be giving away a $35.00 gift certificate to one lucky reader of Miles, Muscles & Mommyhood!! You can then pick your out your very own cycling jersey!  Not a cyclist? That's ok. You can select from Tough Chik's tee shirts, hats, performance wear or hoodie!!

Here's how you can enter:
As usual with all of my blog giveaways, you must be a follower of my blog. Not a follower? just click that little follow button to the right. Now you are all set!

Mandatory: Visit the Tough Chik website and tell me what you would pick out (and why!) with your winnings if you are the lucky reader selected!

Follow Tough Chik on Twitter and tweet about this contest! Make sure to include @milesmusclesmom and @tough_chik in your tweet!

Like Tough Chik on Facebook and tell 'em Jen sent ya!

Follow the Tough Chik blog!

Tell me about an amazing cycling adventure you have been a part of!

Tell me what makes YOU a Tough Chik!

Share the love--link on your blog, share on Facebook, email your friends, pass out flyers. Spread the word and earn and entry for each way you share!

BONUS OPPORTUNITY: Spread the word about this blog--If I am to reach 350 followers on Miles Muscles & Mommyhood by the end of this contest, I will throw in an additional prize package to one additional random winner.

Entries will be accepted until Sunday, June 19th at midnight and a random winner will be selected at random from all eligible entries received.

To the FTC: I was not compensated in any way by Tough Chik for my glowing review, I honestly love all of their stuff and gladly promote their line any chance I get.