Recommend a spring/summer Jersey...

cyberkid2002
cyberkid2002 Posts: 39
edited February 2017 in Road general
Hi all,

I am on the hunt for a new summer-ish jersey while there are still someday deals about in the sales.

Being pretty slim I feel the cold quite significantly so wondered whether I am best going for:

A windproof Jersey such as the perfecto (other recommendations of thin but windproof jerseys more than welcome)
A nice summer Jersey (Rapha classic?) with a windproof gilet
A nice summer Jersey with a windslam baselayer (do worry that this option would be too hot)

What do the cold blooded among you turn to in the summer months. Have a gabba and love it but can get a little clammy on those really warm days.

Comments

  • pblakeney
    pblakeney Posts: 27,345
    Have you tried unzipping the Gabba slightly?
    The above may be fact, or fiction, I may be serious, I may be jesting.
    I am not sure. You have no chance.
    Veronese68 wrote:
    PB is the most sensible person on here.
  • hsiaolc
    hsiaolc Posts: 492
    When the Gabba gets too hot normally then its time for just a Rapha sportswool long sleeve jersey with gilet.
  • FatTed
    FatTed Posts: 1,205
    PBlakeney wrote:
    Have you tried unzipping the Gabba slightly?

    turns into a parachute.
  • mrb123
    mrb123 Posts: 4,821
    These are excellent. Windstopper front and shoulders but plenty of non Windstopper panels on back and sides so still very breathable. Size one down from your Rapha/Castelli size of you like a race fit.

    Should be another 10 quid off with Saver10 code if it's still working.
    http://www.wiggle.co.uk/gore-bike-wear- ... 60687793uk
  • pblakeney
    pblakeney Posts: 27,345
    FatTed wrote:
    PBlakeney wrote:
    Have you tried unzipping the Gabba slightly?

    turns into a parachute.
    Then yours is too big.
    There are also the chest vents...
    The above may be fact, or fiction, I may be serious, I may be jesting.
    I am not sure. You have no chance.
    Veronese68 wrote:
    PB is the most sensible person on here.
  • sungod
    sungod Posts: 17,377
    get a lightweight gilet, it'll prevent wind chill and you can stuff into a pocket if you're too warm

    use it with jersey or jersey + mesh baselayer
    my bike - faster than god's and twice as shiny
  • bendertherobot
    bendertherobot Posts: 11,684
    I rode through most of last week with a thermal Chapeau long sleeve and a dhb gilet. In even driving range. A gilet is always a good way to go
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  • cougie
    cougie Posts: 22,512
    Any old short sleeve Top and then a gilet over the Top of it. Sorted. Much more versatile than a windproof short Top?
  • scott_w1987
    scott_w1987 Posts: 316
    The castelli potenza looks like a nice late mild winter/spring item?
  • Matthewfalle
    Matthewfalle Posts: 17,380
    I feel the cold lots but find that my Perfetto gets far too warm in the summer - as above is the best answer: any cool short sleeved top with gilet over.

    Remember that if you go all black it's 2mph more top end free of charge.
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  • cyberkid2002
    cyberkid2002 Posts: 39
    Cheers for the tips all...

    Think I am going with one of the first suggestions of a Rapha Classic (albeit Short Sleeve). Should do fine for most of spring/autumn/summer with a mesh base/gilet shouldn't it (below 23ish)? Currently have one in my size sale for £65.

    Have a DHB Aeron for the absolute hottest days but only find myself wearing it 3-5 times a year.

    I think your all right in that a perfetto wouldnt reallyy open up many options.
  • kingstongraham
    kingstongraham Posts: 28,170
    PBlakeney wrote:
    FatTed wrote:
    PBlakeney wrote:
    Have you tried unzipping the Gabba slightly?

    turns into a parachute.
    Then yours is too big.
    There are also the chest vents...

    No chest vents on the SS gabba.
  • kingstongraham
    kingstongraham Posts: 28,170
    bendertherobot wrote:
    I rode through most of last week with a thermal Chapeau long sleeve and a dhb gilet. In even driving range. A gilet is always a good way to go

    That sounds proper dangerous.
  • pblakeney
    pblakeney Posts: 27,345
    KingstonGraham wrote:
    PBlakeney wrote:
    FatTed wrote:
    PBlakeney wrote:
    Have you tried unzipping the Gabba slightly?

    turns into a parachute.
    Then yours is too big.
    There are also the chest vents...

    No chest vents on the SS gabba.
    You got the wrong one. :lol:
    The above may be fact, or fiction, I may be serious, I may be jesting.
    I am not sure. You have no chance.
    Veronese68 wrote:
    PB is the most sensible person on here.
  • luv2ride
    luv2ride Posts: 2,367
    I'd recommend this Castelli Raffica for when a Gabba is too warm:
    https://www.merlincycles.com/castelli-r ... Ajk68P8HAQ
    Windproof front panels but highly breathable back fabric. Get loads of use from mine....
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  • jameses
    jameses Posts: 653
    Torm

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