Jersey buying advice: 20 cycling jerseys up to 100 euros put to the test

Cube

• Men's model: Blackline Race jersey
• Price: 100 Euro
• Weight (M): 153 grammes

The mid-weight jersey feels less airy than most of the others in this comparison and fits snugly around the chest and stomach. The gel-print cuffs are relatively sticky and the three jersey pockets are tight.

• Ladies model: Blackline WS jersey Fade
• Price: 100 Euro
• Weight (S): 119 grammes

The women's shirt fits comfortably, the material feels soft and the sleeves are relatively tight. The zip cannot be operated with one hand; the jersey pockets with sufficient storage space are easily accessible.

Alé

• Men's model: Pragma Turbo
• Price: 80 Euro >> available at Bobshop
• Weight (M): 110 grammes

The jersey feels light and airy on the skin, its cut is very well adapted to the racing bike position, but is short for long torsos. Impeccable zip, easy-to-use back pockets.

• Ladies model: Pragma Next
• Price: 83 Euro
• Weight (S): 105 gram

The cut is comfortable for slim women, and the elasticated and flexible sleeves earn praise. The zip runs up and down easily, but the tight waistband makes it difficult for normal-sized hands with gloves to reach into the narrow jersey pockets.

Sportful

• Men's model: Peter Sagan Jersey
• Price: 80 Euro >> at Bobshop or Tradeinn available
• Weight (M): 116 grammes

The shirt is small and short, which is why a size larger is recommended. It is slightly transparent at the front. As the back pockets sit high, reaching in requires some acrobatics.

• Ladies model: Checkmate W Jersey
• Price: 85 Euro
• Weight (S): 108 grammes

The lightweight jersey impresses with a good fit and a cut perfectly adapted to the racing bike position. The perforated sleeves mean you shouldn't skimp on sun cream underneath; wide collar and tight jersey pockets.

Agu

• Men's model: Solid jersey IV Trend
• Price: 90 Euro
• Weight (M): 161 grammes

Medium-weight, opaque jersey with a material that feels pleasant against the skin; it is cut relatively long at the front. The collar is wide and the sleeves are very comfortable. The jersey pockets are easy to reach, but the zip requires two-handed pulling.

• Ladies model: Jackalberry jersey Essential
• Price: 80 Euro
• Weight (S): 111 grammes

Comfortable cut with nicely elasticated and flexible sleeves, the collar is medium-high and closes comfortably. The pockets are easy to use, but the storage space is limited.

Santini

• Men's model: Colore Riga
• Price: 100 Euro
• Weight (S): 100 grammes

The material is transparent, the jersey is short and cyclists with a long torso may want to choose a size larger. The sleeves are long, the pockets are high on the back and the zip can be operated with one hand.

• Ladies model: Colore Riga ladies
• Price: 90 Euro >> available here
• Weight (S): 104 grammes

The cut anticipates the racing bike position well, but the shirt is very small. As the collar is cut wide, the zip is a little snaggy.

Castelli

• Men's model: Climbers 2.0 W Jersey
• Price: 100 Euro >> available at Bobshop
• Weight (M): 108 grammes

Very light mesh material, airy, not opaque. Tends to run a little smaller, so one size larger is an option. The zip and pockets are great.

• Ladies model: Entrata VI Jersey
• Price: 80 Euro
• Weight (S): 100 grammes

Very light and airy material, ideal for midsummer and sweaty climbs. The pockets are small and slide up easily when unloaded. Great zip.

Rose

• Men's model: Core Jersey II
• Price: 55 Euro
• Weight (S): 132 grammes

The discreet jersey is the cheapest of all those shown and also fits athletic cyclists well. The pocket handling is okay, but the zip is a little choppy.

• Ladies model: Performance Jersey II
• Price: 70 Euro
• Weight (M): 140 grammes

The cheapest women's jersey in this comparison, with a high level of comfort and a rather casual cut. The sleeves are comfortable and flexible, the collar is a little wide.

Maloja

• Men's model: ChivayM. 1/2
• Price: 95 Euro
• Weight (M): 135 grammes

Opaque and medium-weight material with a pleasant feel against the skin. However, there is not enough stretch at the back to hold the pockets in place. Relatively long cut, which is why a size larger is an option for a short torso.

• Ladies model: RigiM. 1/2
• Price: 95 Euro
• Weight (S): 121 grammes

Comfortable cut with wide sleeves and loose collar. The jersey is too short at the back when the cyclist is bent over. The zip can be operated with one hand; there is plenty of room in the pockets, but the access is tight.

Trek

• Men's model: Circuit cycling jersey
• Price: 80 Euro
• Weight (M): 200 grammes

Comparatively heavy and warmest jersey in the comparison. Its fit is suitable for strong cyclists; the pockets are easy to use, but the zip catches when used with one hand.

• Ladies model: Circuit Women's cycling jersey
• Price: 80 Euro
• Weight (S): 164 grammes

Made from the same material as the men's jersey, the cut is also more comfort-orientated. The fluffy feel was highly praised. The pockets are great, but the zip is also snug.

Gorewear

• Men's model: Torrent Breathe Men
• Price: 100 Euro >> available at Intersport
• Weight (M): 119 grammes

As the name suggests, the material "breathes" plenty of sweat away from the skin; however, it is not opaque. The cut is well adapted to the racing bike position, but the jersey is rather small. The zip is easy to operate with one hand; the high pockets require agile hands.

• Ladies model: Torrent Breathe ladies
• Price: 100 Euro >> available at Engelhorn
• Weight (S): 114 grammes

Very light and airy material, ideal for summer. The sleeves are relatively long in relation to the short torso. The material lacks a little stretch at the back when the pockets are full.