Breathable tops for summer riding?
jonny_trousers
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Inspired by the muggy evening ride in today.
I discovered a while ago that regular cotton T shirts suck for riding and moved over to the long sleeved base layers I already owned, but even they are starting to feel a little warm at the moment and I just thought I would pick your brains on what's the most comfortable top to wear for summer riding?
Cheers in advance!
I discovered a while ago that regular cotton T shirts suck for riding and moved over to the long sleeved base layers I already owned, but even they are starting to feel a little warm at the moment and I just thought I would pick your brains on what's the most comfortable top to wear for summer riding?
Cheers in advance!
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Get a few cheap t-shirts for running - they're all wicking/breathable and cheaper than the cycling variants.
http://www.sportsshoes.com/products/mens/t-shirts/?0 -
Shutt VR. End of story.0
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pastryboy wrote:Get a few cheap t-shirts for running - they're all wicking/breathable and cheaper than the cycling variants.
http://www.sportsshoes.com/products/mens/t-shirts/?
Correct me if I'm wrong, but running tops don't have rear pocket?
Proper cycling tops don't necessarily cost a lot more:
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Cate ... =PRICE_ASC0 -
I use two, a Shutt VR sportive, added merino bonus for less washing and less smell and a Gore Motion III, both have just been put through 30 degree cycling and worked great.0
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I bought a Fox Attach L/S jersey that's full of vents and has a little pocket too. Its baggy, so may not appeal to all but its well made and airy
Edit - there's a S/S version too, though I don't have this (yet) so can't comment on that, but I pull up the sleeves on the L/S when its warm and its great!
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I find the SPEG tops great value - http://www.cycle-clothing.co.uk/Product ... conds.aspx2012 Cannondale Synapse0
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I use the Ground Effect Median Strip:
http://www.groundeffect.co.nz/product-d ... ED-SUM.htm
which is Merino wool based so isn't minging after a week's use, and not silly money (depending on exchange rates). Only downside is it will probably take a week to get here by which time summer will be all but over!
It has a nice but not too tight fit, pockets at the back, and a hidden patch for emergencies...
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If your after cheap n cheerful
http://www.sportsdirect.com/karrimor-cycling-long-sleeve-tee-636018?colcode=63601808
Does the job for just over a tenner.0 -
pastryboy wrote:milan_ns wrote:
Correct me if I'm wrong, but running tops don't have rear pocket?
I have some form lidl that have an MP3 player pocket, but generally no. For commuting I can't see pockes being of that much use.
For commuting, I find a rear pocket quite useful, I can put my pass and my keys in it.
BTW: I bought a pair of Montane featherlite "pants" from sportshoes.com (mentioned earlier in the thread) and they were very quick.0 -
too slow to go wrote:If your after cheap n cheerful
http://www.sportsdirect.com/karrimor-cycling-long-sleeve-tee-636018?colcode=63601808
Does the job for just over a tenner.
Thanks, but the '100% polyester' tag gets me sweating just reading it.
Top tips above lads. Thanks!0 -
RufusA wrote:I use the Ground Effect Median Strip:
http://www.groundeffect.co.nz/product-d ... ED-SUM.htm
which is Merino wool based so isn't minging after a week's use, and not silly money (depending on exchange rates). Only downside is it will probably take a week to get here by which time summer will be all but over!
It has a nice but not too tight fit, pockets at the back, and a hidden patch for emergencies...
Rufus.
Always liked Ground Effect and the price looks pretty good too. Am I right in thinking that you have to choose a size smaller (or is it larger?) than you would expect?0 -
at this time of year surely nothing stops you from producing a sweat?Le Cannon [98 Cannondale M400] [FCN: 8]
The Mad Monkey [2013 Hoy 003] [FCN: 4]0 -
Mark Elvin wrote:I find the SPEG tops great value - http://www.cycle-clothing.co.uk/Product ... conds.aspx
Looks good. The ones you link to are all out of stock, but I will search further. Thanks!0 -
Right! To save me replying to each post I will just offer a big thank you and say that there are some excellent suggestions so far.0
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Jonny_Trousers wrote:Mark Elvin wrote:I find the SPEG tops great value - http://www.cycle-clothing.co.uk/Product ... conds.aspx
Looks good. The ones you link to are all out of stock, but I will search further. Thanks!0 -
Jonny_Trousers wrote:Always liked Ground Effect and the price looks pretty good too. Am I right in thinking that you have to choose a size smaller (or is it larger?) than you would expect?
I think their sizing is pretty spot on for me. I have their medium tops which stay close to the body, but more of a relaxed than racing fit! I have a 39" chest and the start of middle aged spread if that helps! If you like the top clamped to every curve, then by all means nudge down a size. They have a good returns policy, and tend to be very helpful if you contact them with pre-sales questions.
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Been using these http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/regatta-ashwell-t-p141560
Works ok imho - and they feel like cotton to the touch, not at all 'nylony'.
looks like a t shirt, feels like a t shirt, wicks and dries quickly0 -
alfablue wrote:Jonny_Trousers wrote:Mark Elvin wrote:I find the SPEG tops great value - http://www.cycle-clothing.co.uk/Product ... conds.aspx
Looks good. The ones you link to are all out of stock, but I will search further. Thanks!
+1. Polyester is a brilliant, light, breathable material for cycling tops. It wicks brilliantly and, washed regularly, doesn't need to smell.0 -
These are good and cheap - change from £8. Get a handful as polyester will stink after one day - even the expensive ones. Only the Merino wool ones will last out the week but cost more that seven of these
http://www.decathlon.co.uk/EN/sport-basic-top-grey-69515408/0 -
g00se wrote:These are good and cheap - change from £8. Get a handful as polyester will stink after one day - even the expensive ones. Only the Merino wool ones will last out the week but cost more that seven of these
http://www.decathlon.co.uk/EN/sport-basic-top-grey-69515408/
Thats 6 less things to wash! & you don't have to stink the office out at the end of each day when you dress to go home unless you buy 10 for the week...0 -
iPete wrote:g00se wrote:These are good and cheap - change from £8. Get a handful as polyester will stink after one day - even the expensive ones. Only the Merino wool ones will last out the week but cost more that seven of these
http://www.decathlon.co.uk/EN/sport-basic-top-grey-69515408/
Thats 6 less things to wash! & you don't have to stink the office out at the end of each day when you dress to go home unless you buy 10 for the week...
Ah, but we have a company cycle changing room that already stinks so that's ok!0 -
Go for Shutt and you get one, non smelly top that is handmade in the UK. Get half a dozen cheapo Polyesters and they'll have been made in a sweatshop in China. Less washing, better for environment, better for our shonky economy, better for comfort, better for personal finances. Better all roundFaster than a tent.......0
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Rolf F wrote:Go for Shutt and you get one, non smelly top that is handmade in the UK. Get half a dozen cheapo Polyesters and they'll have been made in a sweatshop in China. Less washing, better for environment, better for our shonky economy, better for comfort, better for personal finances. Better all round
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They look and feel quality too, and stay looking that way even after 'x' number of washes - I've got plenty of running tops that look well past their best after a few spins in the machine!
If you'd have asked me a few years ago would I spend what I have for a cycling top on my Shutt jerseys I'd have probably laughed...but I'd now say without hesitation that they are definitely worth the money and would recommend them to anybody.
Edit: Forgot to add...the customer service from them is superb too. E-mails answered even out of office hours and the communication between them and myself is easily the best I've EVER had from any company!0