How To Choose The Right Cycling Jersey

When it comes to cycling jerseys, whether you are buying one for yourself or buying a jersey as a gift - there is an almost unlimited choice of colours, styles, fits, performance characteristics and brands. Here at Westbrook Cycles, we stock and supply hundreds of journeys to our customers. These jerseys encompass mountain bike jerseys, road bike jerseys, gravel bike jerseys, comfort fit jerseys, long sleeve cycling jerseys, short sleeve cycling jerseys, and aerodynamic race fit jerseys. We supply jerseys from Castelli, Assos, Scott, Endura and Dainese brands.

Cycling Jersey Fit

All brands have a sizing table, which we present on the product pages on our website, This table gives you the key measurements you need to find the right size. A tape measure at home is the ideal way to cross-reference these measurements, but if a jersey does not fit at home, you can always return it. In addition to the sizing table, these jersey manufacturers usually also state what sort of fit the jersey is - that can be labelled as loose, comfort fit, performance fit, skin tight or casual. The aforementioned terms, typically cover most of the ways the cycling jersey industry calls their different styles and fits.

Below, we run through some of the different types of jerseys we supply, looking at some of the advantages of each.

Cycling Technical T-Shirt

Although not strictly a jersey, these technical tee shirts are increasing in popularity massively with riders looking for a shirt that is sweat-wicking and can be ridden on. these t-shirts are popular with mountain bikers looking for a casual riding option. Although these shirts have been styled by the best cycling clothing brands, they do not always differ too much from standard technical t-shirts, so can be used for a wide range of different training, including as standard gym wear. These t-shirts often also have specific cycling features, such as pockets. These t-shirts become very casual-looking cycling jerseys, as they have been designed exclusively for cyclists.

Not surprisingly, Castelli provides some of the best tech t-shirts on the market - with this Merino T-shirt proving popular.

Mountain Bike Jersey

The Mountain Bike Jersey is one of the coolest product ranges that we supply, inspired by world champion riders and with a heavy crossover to the design and look of Motocross Jerseys - MTB jerseys have some of the best designs and colour schemes of any cycling jerseys. Although not essential pieces of kit to wear on a ride - most riders who ride mountain bikes frequently will choose to wear a jersey. Mountain bike jerseys help keep you cool during the summer months, with their sweat-wicking properties - and they also offer protection against bush strikes. There are several sleeve options available, and we supply short-sleeved MTB Jerseys, three-quarter sleeve mountain bike jerseys, as well as long-sleeved mountain bike jerseys for those looking for maximum protection.

Comfort Fit Cycling Jersey

This is the first introduction to this post of fully fledged cycling jerseys - these comfort fit jerseys provide all of the functionality and style of a cycling jersey, without making you look tour de France ready. These jerseys are comfortable and full of features - although tighter than a mountain bike cycling jersey or a technical tee - these jerseys retain a more relaxed fit, perfect for those cycling recreationally.

Long-sleeve and short-sleeve jerseys are available and you can expect to find zipper pockets, back pockets and elastic bands within the jersey, to keep it fitted when riding. The design of these jerseys is also tailored towards everyday riding positions.

The Mille GTC Short Sleeve Jersey is one of the most comfortable and practical jerseys we supply. This jersey can also be classified as a gravel/trail riding jersey, as it combines off-road jersey technology, with the usual road jersey style.

Fitted/Athletic Bike Jerseys

Fitted and athletic bike jerseys provide the perfect halfway house between race-fit jerseys and the more relaxed-fitting jerseys mentioned above. The benefit of these tighter jerseys is increased aerodynamic performance, and these jerseys remain available with different sleeve lengths - including long sleeve and short sleeve lengths. These jerseys are also packed with features, including various pockets including zipper pockets for essentials - such as car keys and wallets.

The Scott Endurance 10 Short Sleeve Jersey is one of our picks of the bunch in this segment.

Race Jerseys

A race cut jersey is designed for those riders looking for maximum performance. Tight fitting fabrics reduced aerodynamic drag, and these jerseys have been designed to accommodate riders in aggressive riding positions. One of these high performance jerseys we have in stock is the Madison Sportive Race Short Sleeve Jersey, this jersey is made from soft fabrics - and is the perfect choice for both training and racing.

Foul Weather Jersey

There are also a range of jerseys that have been developed for riding during poorer weather months, as well as cooler - wet days, which we get plenty of here in the UK. These jerseys are made from warmer materials - often the same materials that cycling clothing manufacturers use in their leg warmers and arm warmers. These jerseys are also often water repellant, helping you keep dry when you inevitably get caught in a shower.

Such an example of a cool weather jersey is the Tutto Nano RoS - this thermal jersey has been designed to fit brilliantly, keeping you warm with a tight fit which is also lined with fleece.