Road cycling jerseys

A close-fitting jersey

The road jersey is meant to be fitted: it doesn't flap in the wind, which improves aerodynamics and reduces friction. It’s shorter at the front and longer at the back to cover the lower back while leaning over. Its zipper, often full-length, allows for ventilation on climbs. Competition jerseys, like the Craft Pro Nano, take this fit even further.

The rest of the gear

The road gear also includes:

• Shorts.
• Jackets.
• Gloves.
• Helmets.
• Shoes.
• Glasses.
• Textile accessories.

All the gear can be found on the equipment page.

Convenient while riding

The three pockets at the back are a signature feature of the road jersey: they hold snacks, a windbreaker, phone, and pump, all easily accessible while riding. A silicone band at the bottom of the jersey keeps it from riding up. The Giro Chrono Sport, Dare 2B, and the Rogelli Core, with long sleeves, incorporate these features for training and long rides.

The base layer

Under the jersey, the technical base layer wicks moisture away from the skin, keeping you dry and preventing chills on descents. The base layers Elite Lab come in a lightweight version for summer, technical for mid-season, and thermal for winter, available in short or long sleeves, for men and women. Everything can be washed at 30 degrees, without fabric softener.

Good deals

Great deals can also be found in the good deals, promotions, clearance, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and items shipped within 24h are prepared and sent out in 24 hours. The key events of the year follow a stable order: the Black Friday at the end of autumn, the end-of-year holidays, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, then the summer sales and back to school.

Frequently asked questions

Why is a road cycling jersey fitted?

A jersey that doesn’t flap in the wind reduces air resistance and avoids skin friction. It also hugs the body to better wick away sweat, a key point on long rides.

What’s the difference between a competition jersey and a leisure jersey?

The competition jersey, like the Craft Pro Nano, is very close-fitting, ultra-light and designed for a leaning position. The leisure jersey, like the Rogelli Core, offers a more comfortable fit, preferred by touring cyclists and beginners.

What are the pockets at the back of a road jersey for?

The back pockets hold energy bars, gels, a windbreaker, phone, or spare inner tube, accessible with one hand without stopping. Placed at the lower back, they don’t obstruct pedaling, unlike a bag.

Should you wear a base layer under your cycling jersey?

A technical base layer, like those from Elite Lab, wicks moisture away from the skin and reduces the sensation of cold on descents. In a thermal version, it extends the use of a lightweight jersey on cooler days.

How do you wash a cycling jersey without damaging it?

Wash it inside out, with the zipper closed, at 30 degrees and without fabric softener, which clogs breathable fibres. Dry it flat or on a hanger, away from heat sources and never in a tumble dryer.