Cycling jersey
A cycling jersey is worn by professional and recreational cyclists. It is cut longer at the back in order to adequately cover the back in the stooped, sporty sitting position. There are up to three pockets on the back, which are usually filled with cereal bars and other food. The cycling jersey should fit snugly and not flutter when riding faster.
Until the 1960s , jerseys made of wool were common, later cotton , especially Mako; Today almost exclusively synthetic fibers are processed, which do not absorb sweat but lead it outwards, which reduces the cooling that otherwise occurs due to evaporation . A mesh cycling undershirt is often worn as a core warmer under the cycling jersey. In addition to colorful jerseys with fantasy motifs and monochrome models, there are mainly jerseys on offer that are based on the design of the professional teams.
Many cycling clubs have their own cycling jerseys printed in their own colors and often with sponsor logos.
In addition to the "classic" jersey in the form of a tight-fitting shirt and cycling shorts, there are also one-pieces that better protect the athlete from cold, drafts and air resistance caused by air turbulence. Alternatively, there are also cycling shorts with straps. However, these do not protect against cold and drafts as well as a one-piece suit.
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literature
- Rainer Sprehe, Andreas Beune: The book of cycling jerseys . Covadonga Verlag , 2014, ISBN 978-3-936973-78-5 .