Although other cycling equipment items such as helmets or footwear have a greater role in a bicyclist’s protection or performance, a cycling jersey’s main goal is to keep your comfort levels high at all time during even the toughest track conditions. A good cycling jersey will protect you from hot and cold alike, will be waterproof and it will literally pull the sweat off your skin to keep your body dry and comfortable. Let’s see what some of the hottest cycling jerseys of today are and at what prices they usually come by.
Pearl Izumi is well known for producing quality cycling apparel and their cycling jerseys are some of the best money can buy. Designing jerseys for both men and women, short or long sleeved, aimed for both road and mountain biking, Pearl Izumi is regarded as a top-class cycling jersey brand.
The Pearl Izumi MicroSensor model for example is a form-fitting cycling jersey that is aimed at bringing you maximum comfort and performance regardless of weather, track, or cycling type. Its name is named after the MicroSensor® fabric that the jersey is made from, a fabric that is extremely absorbant, keeping sweat and rain water away from your skin. It also features a hidden ¾ length frontal zipper, three elastic cuff rear pockets and an elastic waist. The Pearl Izumi MicroSensor cycling jersey comes at around 65-70 dollars in most stores.
Another big name in cycling, Santini, produces some of the most popular jerseys world-wide. All Santini cycling jerseys are thoroughly tested before shipped out so you can’t really go wrong with buying one of their models. If it’s good enough to pass the company’s tough tests, then it’s probably good enough for you too, regardless if you’re a casual cyclist or a pro.
Out of the many cycling jersey models coming from Santini (including their official team jersey), the Real line of products is in many experts’ opinion a good price/quality purchase. The Santini Real jersey is made out of Play Microhive fabric, which is designed to keep you cool and comfortable even in the hottest of days. The model is form-fitting and has 3 pockets and a full zipper, plus a mesh front for cooling and ventilation. Given the comfort of the model, the popularity of the brand, the quality materials used and the cool, unique looks of the Santini Real jersey, the price, which is roughly around $70-$75 is quite cheap.
If you’re not that deep into cycling or you’re not very informed about cycling gear brands, Pearl Izumi or Santini might not ring any bell. So you’re probably wondering where the famous sportswear brands like Adidas, Nike or Diadora are. Well, don’t worry, they have a fair share of quality jerseys for sale.
Nike for example, likes to keep it’s traditional simplicity in the design of their cycling jerseys. One model worth checking, the Nike Sphere Climber’s jersey uses a 2-color combination (usually white-gray, red-gray, blue-gray) without any prints or slashes. The jersey is a tight fit, in comparison to other models such as the Nike Mountain Dry Fit, which is intended to be loose on your body. The Sphere Climber uses Nike’s famous Dri-FIT fabric which absorbs moisture and has excellent evaporation. As with other models, it has 3 back pockets that are well suited for extra (small) cargo and a 16-inch zipper of the same color that the jersey is in. The Nike Sphere Climber jersey is approximately $60, give or take the store’s additional taxes.
Of course, these are just 3 great cycling jersey models coming from 3 equally popular cycling equipment brands. However, there are many more out there, with possibly more of the looks and characteristics that you’re looking for. The choice is ultimately yours, so set your price range and go out and scout for the best cycling jersey for you.
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