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Best Long Sleeve Summer Cycling Jerseys
As we move into the spring and summer months, our winter cycling wardrobe is beginning to look, well, a little wintry, that is sweat-inducing, stifling, and completely inappropriate for the milder temperatures you’ll be encountering. But, just before you go reaching for the short-sleeved cycling jersey, spare a thought for the increased UV levels you’ll be experiencing between March and October, peaking in June, July, and August.
If you are doing long rides during the middle of the day, you’ll definitely need some UV protection on the most exposed parts of your body, e.g. shoulders, nose, back of hands, and forearms. The best long sleeve summer cycling jerseys will provide excellent UV protection, meaning that you don’t need to keep applying sun cream, and many will state the exact SPF factor equivalent of the garment. Using a long sleeve summer cycling jersey as your UV protection not only guarantees you don’t miss any bits as with sun cream, but it also has more aerodynamic qualities than bare armss. What are the features to look out for in a good long sleeve summer cycling jersey?
- Reflective detailing: Even if you prefer more muted tones, the best long sleeved summer cycling jerseys will have high viz accents or reflective detailing.
- Back pockets: Three large back pockets will allow you to carry pretty much everything you need in the summer.
- Front zipper fastening. This is crucial for temperature control when putting in big efforts on hot days, allowing you expose your core to the cooling draft.
- Quick dry. Again, crucial as this will form your outer shell during the summer months.
- Breathable. Temperature control is the name of the game in the summer and your body heat must be able to escape.
- Aerodynamic. If marginal gains are important, then look for tight fitting, race-streamlined garments.
8 Best Long Sleeve Summer Cycling Jerseys
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Sundried Mens Long Sleeve Cycling Jersey Road Bike MTB Bicycle Clothing (Black, L) |
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MEETWEE Men’s Cycling Jersey, Long/Short Sleeve Biking Cycle Tops Quick Dry Breathable Mountain Bike MTB Shirt Racing Bicycle Clothes |
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ROTTO Cycling Jersey Mens Bike Shirt Long Sleeve Cycle Top with Pockets Gradient Color Series | £24.99 |
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DANISH ENDURANCE Cycling Jersey Long Sleeved, Rear Pockets, Reflective Details, for Men, Blue, L |
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