Cycle jersey fitting

[Onthedrops]

Maybe a daft question?

How are cycling jerseys supposed to fit?
I bought one the other week online. Decided on a medium (I have a 40" chest) When the jersey came I tried it on and could hardly get the thing on. Obviously too small.
Sent it back and got a large. Tried that on when it arrived and found it quite close fitting around the chest, quite snug around the upper and forearms. Main problem was the midriff! It fitted like a compression top.
I know the midriff problem is due to my man baby which I aim to address when the better weather comes!

How are jerseys supposed to fit? Should they be quite snug to prevent flapping about? That's how I imagine they should fit. If so, I'll be ok with what I have. Or should I be going for XL? to allow for layering up underneath?

 

[HLaB]

Depends what you are doing, I like a snug fitting top on the road.

 

[Crankarm]

This post is brilliant. I needed cheering up.

Why not order several sizes, then keep the one(s) that fit and return the others. Or don't buy clothes on line but off line then you can try in shop before you buy. Simples.

 

[Onthedrops]

This post is brilliant. I needed cheering up.

Why not order several sizes, then keep the one(s) that fit and return the others. Or don't buy clothes on line but off line then you can try in shop before you buy. Simples.

For one, I couldn't afford to buy every available size in order to take my pick. Also, the question was "How are cycling jerseys supposed to fit?" Simple question?

 

[daddypaul3]

For one, I couldn't afford to buy every available size in order to take my pick. Also, the question was "How are cycling jerseys supposed to fit?" Simple question?

i have a man baby too
i thought that jersey's are supposed to be tight fitting ! less drag/wind resistance ??? maybe .................................
**************************** sits waiting to be put in my place again ***************************

 

[JoeyB]

I like my tops to be fitted... I get upset when the arms start getting baggy as it means I need to work harder in the gym lol

 

[Rob3rt]

As tight as possible without being restrictive.

 

[Crankarm]

For one, I couldn't afford to buy every available size in order to take my pick. Also, the question was "How are cycling jerseys supposed to fit?" Simple question?

Simple answer - why are you asking a forum when you yourself should be doing the obvious and trying them on? We all have different body shapes, some people have the figure of a whippet whilst others have the shape of a 40 gallon barrel, different makes of garments are cut differently, so you really have to try garments yourself before you buy. This is why I suggested you buy a range of sizes and return the sizes that don't fit. You'll get a refund. It's not rocket science. You have seen pictures of cyclists in cycle clothing haven't you? Just go onto the the manufacturers' websites which have images or look in cycle magazines.

 

[simon.r]

Baggy T-Shirts (wicking type material) for pootling around in and when I'm feeling fat. Proper, tighter, cycling tops for when I'm trying and am feeling less fat.

Personal choice really, innit?

 

[Herbie]

Maybe a daft question?

How are cycling jerseys supposed to fit?
I bought one the other week online. Decided on a medium (I have a 40" chest) When the jersey came I tried it on and could hardly get the thing on. Obviously too small.
Sent it back and got a large. Tried that on when it arrived and found it quite close fitting around the chest, quite snug around the upper and forearms. Main problem was the midriff! It fitted like a compression top.
I know the midriff problem is due to my man baby which I aim to address when the better weather comes!

How are jerseys supposed to fit? Should they be quite snug to prevent flapping about? That's how I imagine they should fit. If so, I'll be ok with what I have. Or should I be going for XL? to allow for layering up underneath?

I always go xxl as these garments are always so tight and and clingy...nae a great look if you are sporting an extra bit of mid riff

 

[daddypaul3]

Simple answer - why are you asking a forum when you yourself should be doing the obvious and trying them on? We all have different body shapes, some people have the figure of a whippet whilst others have the shape of a 40 gallon barrel, different makes of garments are cut differently, so you really have to try garments yourself before you buy. This is why I suggested you buy a range of sizes and return the sizes that don't fit. You'll get a refund. It's not rocket science. You have seen pictures of cyclists in cycle clothing haven't you? Just go onto the the manufacturers' websites which have images or look in cycle magazines.

do you know what , you are the first negative i have come across on this site ..... people asking simple questions and advice ,and you seem to take it upon yourself to try to belittle or intimidate ................................ wish i knew everything like you

 

[ianrauk]

Yes ok, enough Crankarm and daddypaul.

Crankarm. In case you hadn't noticed, this thread is in beginners. So reply with a sensible way or not at all ok.

daddypaul, less of the bad language.

 

[darth vadar]

I always go xxl as these garments are always so tight and and clingy...nae a great look if you are sporting an extra bit of mid riff

I find the Decathlon cycling tops (about £7.99 each) do the job.

The one's I buy is the short sleeved version, but they do have a zipped back pocket and available in several colours.

I find that the sizes are a bit weird, but that may be because I can't stand anything too tight and I ain't trying to look stylish or win the TDF.

 

[daddypaul3]

sorry for the language i apologise to anybody it might have offended , but there really was no need for his arrogance , i have loved coming on this web site over the last few weeks ,nobody judge's peoples lack of knowledge and i for one have found you guys a lot of help in getting me back in the saddle

 

[Herbie]

I find the Decathlon cycling tops (about £7.99 each) do the job.

The one's I buy is the short sleeved version, but they do have a zipped back pocket and available in several colours.

I find that the sizes are a bit weird, but that may be because I can't stand anything too tight and I ain't trying to look stylish or win the TDF.

aye comfort is the most important thing