How To Pick the Correct Size Cycology Jersey

How To Pick the Correct Size Cycology Jersey

Everybody wants their cycling jersey to fit well and feel good! We offer a variety of different cuts that range from the most form-fitting to the loosest fit, allowing you to choose the style that makes you comfortable.

Below we explain the differences in our jersey fits and give you detailed garment measurements so you can compare to a favourite fitting jersey you may have. There is no standard sizing fit between cycling brands so please take the time to use a measuring tape, get an idea of what you need, then consider these fits before you make your size decision.

How it Works

Knowing how a jersey fits can help with selecting the right size. We've designed three different fits.

1.Performance Fit -close fitting using performance stretch fabrics that hug the body.

2.Relaxed Fit - a looser fit that sits slightly away from the body.

3.Race Fit – tight aerodynamic fit, sits extremely close to the body.

    Our most popular jersey style is the performance fit. This is best described as a close fitting garment. If you prefer a looser fit, then a Relaxed Fit jersey is the way to go. The Race Fit is for the serious rider who wants to be as aerodynamic as possible and have no "flappy" bits of fabric. It is meant to be worn tight on the body.

    How to know your size

    Here is a great tip - lay your favourite fitting cycling jersey flat, then measure the crucial areas:

    • across the chest just under the armhole
    • the zipper length for the front
    • the back length from under the collar to the bottom of the hem.

    Compare these to our size guides below for the garments you are interested in! You can then duplicate the magic of your favourite jersey.

    Remember we have 3 road jersey fits.

     

    PERFORMANCE FIT

    These are made with superb thermal regulating, very fine high-stretch fabrics. They're light-as-air, meant to be worn close to the body. Beautifully cut and supremely comfortable to wear, designed to fit firm so they breathe and move with the body.

    These have:

    • raglan sleeves
    • a collar
    • YKK zipper
    • grippers on sleeves
    • the front panel has laser cut gripper
    • the sides and back panel have silicone gripper elastic.

    In our men’s jersey, 4 way stretch fabric is used on the core body of the jersey whilst 2 way stretch fabric is used on the back panel to minimise sagging.

    There is a zippered safety pocket on the rear with 3 more pockets. We added 2 reflective tapes on the back pockets for safety.

    This is a close fitting jersey. If you are in doubt on sizing or prefer a slightly looser fit, it may be worth sizing up. We get more returns due to customers finding the jerseys smaller than they expect so that may be worth considering in your size selection. We do however have a very useful sizing tool on each product page and if you update this to your actual body measurements, the recommended fit should prove very helpful.

     

    Men's Performance Jersey

     

    MEN'S SHORT SLEEVE PERFORMANCE JERSEY SIZE SPECIFICATIONS

    *All measurements based on garment laid flat.

     

    MEASUREMENTS IN CENTIMETRES S M L XL 2XL
    HALF CHEST 2.5cm BELOW UNDERARM 48 50 52 54 56
    HALF WAIST 20cm BELOW UNDERARM 41 43 45 47 49
    HALF HEM 39 41 43 45 47
    BACK LENGTH FROM CENTRE BACK NECK SEAM 65.5 67 68.5 70 71.5
    FRONT ZIPPER LENGTH 57 58.5 60 61.5 63
    SLEEVE CUFF OPENING 11.5 12.5 13.5 14.5 15.5
    MEASUREMENTS IN INCHES S M L XL 2XL
    HALF CHEST 1in BELOW UNDERARM 19 20 20.5 21 22
    HALF WAIST 8in BELOW UNDERARM 16 17 17.5 18.5 19
    HALF HEM 15 16 17 17.5 18
    BACK LENGTH FROM CENTRE BACK NECK SEAM 25.5 26.5 27 27.5 28
    FRONT ZIPPER LENGTH 22.5 23 23.5 24 25
    SLEEVE CUFF OPENING 4.5 5 5.5 5.5 6

     

    Women's Performance Jersey

     

    WOMEN'S SHORT SLEEVE PERFORMANCE JERSEY SIZE SPECIFICATIONS

    MEASUREMENTS IN CENTIMETRES XS S M L XL 2XL
    HALF CHEST 2.5cm BELOW UNDERARM 38 40 42 44 46 48
    HALF WAIST 15cm BELOW UNDERARM 32.5 34.5 36.5 38.5 40.5 42.5
    HALF HEM 35 37 39 41 43 45
    BACK LENGTH FROM CB NECK SEAM 59 60.5 62 63.5 65 66.5
    CF ZIPPER LENGTH 48.5 50 51.5 53 54.5 56
    SLEEVE CUFF OPENING 10.5 11.5 12.5 13.5 14.5 15.5
    MEASUREMENTS IN INCHES XS S M L XL 2XL
    HALF CHEST 1in BELOW UNDERARM 15 15.5 16.5 17.5 18 19
    HALF WAIST 6in BELOW UNDERARM 13 13.5 14.5 15 16 16.5
    HALF HEM 14 14.5 15.5 16 17 17.5
    BACK LENGTH FROM CB NECK SEAM 23 24 24.5 25 25.5 26
    CF ZIPPER LENGTH 19 19.5 20.5 21 21.5 22
    SLEEVE CUFF OPENING 4 4.5 5 5.5 6 6

     

    RELAXED FIT

    This jersey style is for those people who prefer a looser fitting garment without the high stretch body fit of our current Performance range. It is designed with a more generous cut, made from 2 way stretch fabric with loose cuffs on the sleeves for full freedom of movement. The relaxed fit is more like a comfy tee, with a zipper. NOT firm on the body. Very tough fabric and 3 rear pockets, plus a zippered safety pocket. This cut is often referred to as a Club Fit.

    Men's Relaxed Fit Jersey

     

    MEN'S RELAXED FIT JERSEY SIZE SPECIFICATIONS

    MEASUREMENTS IN CENTIMETRES S M L XL 2XL
    HALF CHEST 2.5cm BELOW UNDERARM 51.5 54 56.5 59 61.5
    HALF WAIST 20cm BELOW UNDERARM 47.5 50 52.5 55 57.5
    HALF HEM 47.5 50 52.5 55 57.5
    BACK LENGTH FROM CB NECK SEAM 66.5 68 69.5 71 72.5
    CF ZIPPER LENGTH 58.5 60 61.5 63 64.5
    SLEEVE CUFF OPENING 14 15 16 17 18
    MEASUREMENTS IN INCHES S M L XL 2XL
    HALF CHEST 1in BELOW UNDERARM 20.5 21.5 22 23 24
    HALF WAIST 8in BELOW UNDERARM 18.5 19.5 20.5 21.5 22.5
    HALF HEM 18.5 19.5 20.5 21.5 22.5
    BACK LENGTH FROM CB NECK SEAM 26 26.5 27.5 28 28.5
    CF ZIPPER LENGTH 23 23.5 24 25 25.5
    SLEEVE CUFF OPENING 5.5 6 6.5 6.5 7

     

    RACE FIT

    Designed for speed and efficiency. Lightweight, smooth, air permeable fabrics wick sweat away fast. It has an aerodynamic cut with longer length inset sleeves with a laser cut finish (no sewn-on gripper). It is meant to be worn skin tight and is a small fit. The best quality YKK zipper and a low cut race neckline. The 3 rear pockets are cut flat & close to the body for another aerodynamic advantage with bonded tape at the top of the pockets to provide support for bare necessities. Silicon gripper on side and rear panels, the front panel has bonded elastic for a smooth and seamless look.

     

    Race fit in the wild!

     

    MEN'S RACE FIT SIZE SPECIFICATIONS

    MEASUREMENTS IN CENTIMETRES XS S M L XL 2XL
    HALF CHEST MEASUREMENT BELOW UNDERARM 42 44 46 48 50 52
    HALF HEM 34 36 38 40 42 44
    BACK LENGTH FROM CENTRE BACK NECK SEAM 57 59.5 62 64.5 67 67
    FRONT ZIPPER LENGTH 52 54 56 58 60 60
    SLEEVE CUFF OPENING 10 10.5 11 11.5 12 12.5
    MEASUREMENTS IN INCHES XS S M L XL 2XL
    HALF CHEST MEASUREMENT BELOW UNDERARM 16.5 17.5 18 19 19.5 20.5
    HALF HEM 13.5 14 15 15.5 16.5 17.5
    BACK LENGTH FROM CENTRE BACK NECK SEAM 22.5 23.5 24.5 25.5 26.5 26.5
    FRONT ZIPPER LENGTH 20.5 21 22 23 23.5 23.5
    SLEEVE CUFF OPENING 4 4 4.5 4.5 5 5

     

    Two other options to consider for those not into road racing of KOM is a MTB Jersey or our recently released gravel shirt - this is great for a ride where you are going to stop in cafes (or pubs!) and want a more relaxed day on the bike. These different categories of garments are made with beautiful sweat wicking fabrics so they offer excellent performance characteristics but with a more relaxed and casual feel.

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