Super lightweight jersey

[mmfs]

I'm looking for a very lightweight short sleeve jersey for hot weather rides. What do people like?

Ideally full zipper and non-flashy graphics.

[dbnm]

I wear Rapha super lightweights from April to October.

A little pricey but totally worth it to me.

[sandyrs]

Q36.5

[simple]

Assos S7, or Q36.5. Fit for me is far better on the Assos, no excess material flap at the traps.

[foo_fighter]

Castelli also makes one.

[weisan]

I asked the same question a week or two ago, anticipating the Texas heat index will rise as we head more into the summer.

I found this link:
http://road.cc/content/buyers-guide/189221-buyers-guide-summer-cycling-jerseys-%E2%80%94-plus-14-best

As always, for any recommendations, take it with a grain of salt. But what is interesting on that review is most of the brands/makers I have not heard of before...not that I am knowledgeable in this realm to begin with. And, yeah, it's UK-based.

[nmrt]

As others have said:
1) Q36.5
2) Assos Mangusta
3) Castelli climbers jersey
4) Sugoi climbers jersey

Fit wise, Q36.5 is perfect (if you like a very race fit). I like it a lot! so much so that I do not care that the jersey enhances my essence -- my fatness! :beer:

But I do find the castelli to be a bit more cooling than the Q36.5.

[joosttx]

Q36.5 is awesome for hot weather.. I highly recommend. Th azure blue colored jersey is just beautiful.

[blantonator]

Rapha SLW is awesome.

[chiasticon]

Rapha SLW is awesome.this.

[dbnm]

Interesting list. I can tell you that I would not consider the Rapha Core jersey for the summer (I live in NM). I would consider it an excellent spring/fall jersey.


I asked the same question a week or two ago, anticipating the Texas heat index will rise as we head more into the summer.

I found this link:
http://road.cc/content/buyers-guide/189221-buyers-guide-summer-cycling-jerseys-%E2%80%94-plus-14-best

As always, for any recommendations, take it with a grain of salt. But what is interesting on that review is most of the brands/makers I have not heard of before...not that I am knowledgeable in this realm to begin with. And, yeah, it's UK-based.

[johnmdesigner]

Assos Mangusta with an Assos undershirt.
Quite comfortable in 80-90 range (for me anyway).

[jasonification]

Went to a local bike shop and tried on Black Sheep Cycling apparel which is by far the most lightweight jerseys I've tried. Also, they're hecka snazzy.

Black Sheep Cycling (https://us.blacksheepcycling.cc/)

[rnhood]

I have a PI climbers jersey and its super light and ventilated. Really nice. Castelli makes a similar one and also super lightweight. But the PI is a bargain as its available at in the REI outlet (https://www.rei.com/product/897459/pearl-izumi-elite-limited-climbers-jersey-mens?cm_mmc=cse_PLA_GOOG-_-8974590007&CAWELAID=120217890002116633&CAGPSPN=pla&CAAGID=16301316760&CATCI=pla-117834617320&lsft=cm_mmc:cse_PLA_GOOG) for $48.

[Sierra]

Castelli Superleggera jersey.

Also, on hot days I like to simply wear a very light base layer such as the Capo Torino 3D. There are many others. I just put all my junk in my seat bag.

[ColnagoFan]

I find the fit on the Rapha SLW to be not quite what I am looking for, it's skewed more towards the "Classic jersey fit, but I'm in love with the Pro Team.

Has anyone used the Pro Team Climber's jersey? That seems to tick all the boxes for me, I am thinking about checking one out...

[dbnm]

If you're brave, check out the Ten Speed Hero jersey
http://store.tenspeedhero.com/collections/mens-jerseys/products/tenspeed-hero-mens-summer-club-jersey

[purpurite]

Catella, and they are a forum sponsor.

Very fond of Capo jerseys on hot days, too.

[weisan]

If you're brave, check out the Ten Speed Hero jersey
http://store.tenspeedhero.com/collections/mens-jerseys/products/tenspeed-hero-mens-summer-club-jersey

By that point, might as well take a step further...

http://cache1.asset-cache.net/gc/3115620-italys-mario-cipollini-changes-his-jersey-gettyimages.jpg?v=1&c=IWSAsset&k=2&d=2ItdRHezYbW5S3WCYi5Ilq40WiQVbLMlcbm%2BV1ARye8Uvw til%2B4h1hxWYlqg%2FwpY

[bewheels]

I picked up one of these (see link below). The back and sides are a type of mesh. It hasn't been super hot here yet but it is nice race cut jersey.
Their stuff is not plastered with company names.

http://www.pactimo.com/shop/ascent-air-2-0-jersey-men-s-divide.html

You could also look at the Catella stuff. They are a sponsor of this forum. They are on my short list for a next jersey.

[sitzmark]

I'm looking for a very lightweight short sleeve jersey for hot weather rides. What do people like?

Ideally full zipper and non-flashy graphics.

Much over 75*F and I need to go to sleeveless - or back down on output. Not a big "sweater" so need airflow to keep core temp down. Lots of basic color sleeveless jerseys around - Assos and PI seem to have the most, but Castelli, Canari, and others have a few men's sleeveless in their line.

For short sleeves I have a few Garneau Course SuperLeggera and Limited Edition jerseys that are a close-knit mesh over most of the jersey, except the upper chest and shoulder area. POC's "light" jerseys are very thin and mesh like.

[nmrt]

BTW, most of the jerseys made for really hot weather -- the "climbers" jerseys -- made by many companies (castelli, PI, Sugoi) are mostly mesh. But that is a reason for celebration not concern about flashing your nippies. you are already a man in lycra. though you may think it you are at the height of fashion with your assos/rapha kit, for the rest of the world you arent. seriously.
so, simply buy those climbers jerseys and be done with it. in really hot weather your body will thank you.

[oldpotatoe]

Castelli Superleggera jersey.

Also, on hot days I like to simply wear a very light base layer such as the Capo Torino 3D. There are many others. I just put all my junk in my seat bag.

:eek:

Sorry, I'm tired.

[Sierra]

:eek:

Sorry, I'm tired.


Not that junk. That junk remains un-manscaped and firmly under spandex. :)

It's going to be over 100 degrees F here for the next several days. On days like these even a light jersey feels ponderous.

[Lewis Moon]

Castelli Climber's jersey. Best ventilated jersey I've ever worn and you should be able to get one for less than $80 new.

[Tony]

This jersey works well for me in HOT Sacramento CA. The reviews seems to concur.
https://garneau.com/us/en/cycling/carbon-race-cycling-jersey#92=185

[Miller76]

Does anyone wear a base layer under their jersey in the summer?


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[teleguy57]

My dermatologist has been carving a few atypical but benign chunks out of me from time to time, so I've become quite tuned to sun protection. I wonder if those of you wearing these superlightweight jerseys use sunscreen underneath them? I remember seeing some photo of Froome with a "unique" sunburn pattern from some mesh panels on his kit.

@Miller76: As to summer baselayers, I have a couple of very light Pactimo sleeveless anda DeFeet UnDShirt light. I'm ambivalent about whether they help or are actually warmer than just a jersey once it hits 80-85F....

[eippo1]

Does anyone wear a base layer under their jersey in the summer?


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I wear the Craft or Castelli mesh base layers underneath. Seems to help with moisture management.

[Sierra]

My dermatologist has been carving a few atypical but benign chunks out of me from time to time, so I've become quite tuned to sun protection. I wonder if those of you wearing these superlightweight jerseys use sunscreen underneath them? I remember seeing some photo of Froome with a "unique" sunburn pattern from some mesh panels on his kit.



I don't. Personally, I think sunscreen is worse for you than sunlight, which most of us do not get enough of.

[djg21]

Gore makes a collection of summer-weight jerseys. I have one I wear when it's close to 90 degrees or above.

[rnhood]

Does anyone wear a base layer under their jersey in the summer?



You stay cooler by not wearing one however, let comfort be your guide. Like many things in cycling, preference plays a role.

[dbnm]

I always wear a Rapha or Craft mesh base layer. I think it helps in keeping me cooler.