Primal Wear Jerseys

[KSH]

Are so cool!

I love every single one I have bought!

And, if you look inside the middle pocket on the back of the shirt... you always find something cool written in there.

My "Puppy Love" jersey says this in the pocket, "When I'm good, I'm very good. When I'm bad, I'm even better". So cute!

And the colors are 100 times more vibrant in person, than how they look on the internet.

The pockets in the back are also nice and roomy... and it doesn't matter if it's a full or sleevess jersey.

I also have yet to buy one full price, as I always look for the jerseys on sale. The most I paid for one? $36

Here's the latest one I got: http://www.primal-sports.com/pc-381-17-flutter-bike-womens-sleeveless-cycling-jersey.aspx

Anyone else in LOVE with primal wear jerseys?

[cherinyc]

KSH - I REALLY like that jersey. I think I am going to order one for myself actually - and it's a great price. How's the sizing? I'm not sure if I would be a size SM or not.

[Eden]

*sigh* they list an xsm on their sizing chart, but they don't actually make any jerseys in that size.....

I only wear my team kit now, but before I joined I used to look at the primal wear jerseys and wish they had my size.

(you have to go to their regular web page www.primalwear.com to get a sizing chart)

[cherinyc]

I seem to fall in betwixt a couple of the sizes.
My hips and chest are both 33", my waist is about 25"
- both of which put me in a size SM. However, I am
about 65.5 inches tall, and 118 lbs - which put me in a
size MED.
I don't want the shirt to be too baggy, but I don't
want it to be too short either.
Which one would be best?

[Brandy]

How tight is the elastic in the bottom of their jerseys? I'm finding that I don't care for that...at all!!! I love that jersey KSH...I might snatch one up today!

[makbike]

KSH, I too love their jerseys. I wish I had purchased the "Puppy Love" jersey but waited too long and now there are no more :mad: However, I did purchase the Ms. Purrfect jersey last year on closeout and I get lots of compliments on it when I wear it. The cat on this jersey reminds me of my tiny female cat, Munk, who is one grumpy cat. My team members gave me cash last year as a Christmas gift and I used it to purchase their "Blue Moon" jersey, love it too.

I have found their sizing to be somewhat unpredictable. The first jersey I purchased was a Med so I figured a med was the correct size for my next jersey, WRONG. I needed a large in it. They seemed to be cut a slightly different but Primal was great about exchanging it for me so no worries there.

I check their website about once a month and dream of all the different jerseys I would purchase if I had unlimited funds. I have my eye on a few and I'm hoping they go on sale soon for I hate to pay full price for anything.

[Denise223]

I checked their sizing chart, and believe it or not, a women's size XL is considered a 14/16.........which is fine, BUT....chest measurements should be 39 - 41 !!!!!!!!!!!

Somehow that doesn't seem right.
It would be REALLY, REALLY TIGHT across my chest....

Oh well...

Have a great day!

Denise

[Tiffanie]

I've been drooling over Primal Wear for at least a month now. Actually, I was just telling Brandy during our ride this morning how much I like the designs!!! :)

[Brandy]

Alright KSH...you and I will be twinsies in our matching jerseys. My wallet just lost $32 including shipping. :D

[KSH]

Alright KSH...you and I will be twinsies in our matching jerseys. My wallet just lost $32 including shipping. :D

Hee-hee.... that's cool!

Yea, I have to tell you, there is elastic on the bottom of the jersey. Sorry for getting back too late to tell you this!

Also, for everyone else... I have found that their sizes are rather on the small size.

I always get a Large in their jerseys (ME? 5'4", 34/36" chest, 29 inch waist?). One of their sleeveless styles though (not the one I bought) is cut *odd* so the large was way too wide.

I hope you like the jersey Brandy. I know I love mine.


However, I did purchase the Ms. Purrfect jersey last year on closeout and I get lots of compliments on it when I wear it. The cat on this jersey reminds me of my tiny female cat, Munk, who is one grumpy cat. My team members gave me cash last year as a Christmas gift and I used it to purchase their "Blue Moon" jersey, love it too.

I know their jerseys are ALWAYS a *hit*. You can't not get complimented when you wear one! I also have the Winona Rider one and too many people have oooohhheed-and-aahhhheeeddd over that one!

http://www.primal-sports.com/pc-292-17-winona-womens-cycling-jersey.aspx

Hey, what does it say in the middle pocket of the jerseys you have?

[snapdragen]

I have a Primal Wear Tiger Lily from a couple years ago. It's one of my favorites, although it doesn't fit real well right now.:rolleyes:

I notice they sell women's bibshorts too, anyone familiar with their chamois?

[makbike]

KSH, the message in the back pocket of my "Ms. Purrfect" jersey states "It's a Purrrfect Day for a Ride" and the message in the middle pocket of my "Blue Moon" jersey says "...But the Sun is Eclipsed By the Moon."

[KSH]

KSH, the message in the back pocket of my "Ms. Purrfect" jersey states "It's a Purrrfect Day for a Ride" and the message in the middle pocket of my "Blue Moon" jersey says "...But the Sun is Eclipsed By the Moon."

COOL!!!!

[Bikingmomof3]

Pretending for a moment I had any money, I would buy the Wild Things-Hanging Around Jersey. I loved that book. :)

[Trekhawk]

I love their gear. I have the No Angel jersey and I love its fit - very comfy.

[WrensMom]

I have been coveting the "Dandy Lion" jersey for a while, but am waiting to see if it will go on sale:o

[Brandy]

I love their gear. I have the No Angel jersey and I love its fit - very comfy.

That's the one I reeeeeeeeeeeeeeally want. Alas...I can't bring myself to pay full price for it. Hoping it goes on sale one day!

[Trekhawk]

That's the one I reeeeeeeeeeeeeeally want. Alas...I can't bring myself to pay full price for it. Hoping it goes on sale one day!

Hey Brandy If I notice it on sale anytime I will let you know. :)

[Brandy]

Hey Brandy If I notice it on sale anytime I will let you know. :)

Thanks! Purple is my favorite color. I may have to bite the bullet if it's not on sale before Christmas...it's been calling my name for a long time now!

[KSH]

Yea, the secret is that you keep an regular eye on their outlet site. Sometimes, some really cute jerseys will pop up on sale.

I REFUSE to pay full price for a jersey!

[Trekhawk]

I REFUSE to pay full price for a jersey!

LOL - so does my husband but unlucky for him I dont have this aversion to full price gear.:D :D

[songlady]

Thanks for the tip KSH, I just ordered myself one, that's an awesome price! So far I have the "heartbreakers" and the "no angel" jersey but I am embarrased to say that I never realized there were sayings in the back pocket :o

[Trekhawk]

Thanks for the tip KSH, I just ordered myself one, that's an awesome price! So far I have the "heartbreakers" and the "no angel" jersey but I am embarrased to say that I never realized there were sayings in the back pocket :o

Dont be embarrased because the NO Angel one doesnt have a saying in its pocket unless I got a dud one.:D

[emily_in_nc]

Oooh, thanks for the pointer to this site. Another shopping opportunity! I don't need but would really like the sleeveless FLO (blue) jersey. Would look so purty with the blue front fork on my new mtb! :D

Emily

[KSH]

Thanks for the tip KSH, I just ordered myself one, that's an awesome price! So far I have the "heartbreakers" and the "no angel" jersey but I am embarrased to say that I never realized there were sayings in the back pocket :o

Well, look and report back.

I guess all of them don't have it though.

Actually, my Wiona Rider one doesn't... but the whole jersey is a spoof on Wyona Ryder (? spelling). The lady on the jersey is riding her bike and carrying a "Goochi" bag... like she's riding away after she stole it.



My Iron Butterfly has this: Try a little iron in your diet.


I'm not sure HOW I figured out the writing was there.

[Trekhawk]

I'm not sure HOW I figured out the writing was there.

My Anaerobia Jersey (one of my favourite jerseys) has a pocket message.
It says Why look here your destiny awaits you on the road. :D

I think I found this message when I turned it inside out to wash and I could see the words thru the fabric.

Enjoy your jersey shopping ladies.:)

[crazycanuck]

K...

In no order i would like: Queen-fat bottomed girls & jazz, AC/DC-for those about to rock, Pink Floyd-all of them, Kiss-destroyer, Led Zep-all of them..

I have enough jerseys at the moment though...

c

[betagirl]

I have a couple primal jerseys. They fit really well. I always enjoy what they come up with every season. You can usually get a good deal on a previous season's jersey.

For my 30th b-day my RAGBRAI team got me this one:

http://www.primal-sports.com/pc-418-9-animal-house-college-cycling-jersey.aspx

Fat, drunk, and stupid is no way to go through life son....

[Nanci]

I'd get Chain Ring Circus and Kennel Club if I wore SS jerseys...

[Lifesgreat]

I really like their jerseys. I have the "Queen of Denial" ("I am not your Mummy" is written in the middle pocket), with bicycle hieroglyphics and scarabs, and the stained glass-looking "Tiffany" ("Don't be such a pane" is written in the middle pocket). The are a little snugger than I like, but I am shrinking into them :o I would like to get Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon jersey.

[Aggie_Ama]

First on the fit question. I am 5'2", 34D, 29" waist. Medium fits me fine. I have some hips and the elastic is not too bad for them.

I have the Columbine jersey from a year or so ago. It is so beautiful! Inside the pocket: Put the pedal to the mettle.

I also got the Flutterbike sleveless jersey earlier this summer. I love it! I think the inside pocket says "Can You Spot the 8 bikes?".

KSH is right, the outlet is the only way to go! Their jerseys look great and who can argue with $25-40???

[Kalidurga]

I notice they sell women's bibshorts too, anyone familiar with their chamois?

Yeah, I'm curious about that, too. Some of their shorts are way cool looking, but the descriptions don't give much chamois detail.

I wish every site that sells bike shorts would include a photo of the lining, along with # of panels, inseam length, and complete sizing details.

[Brandy]

My jersey shipped already...I'm sure it will be here before my group ride on Sunday!

[Tiffanie]

I ordered "No Angel" today. I've also been lusting after the Flutterbike, Tribal and Poison Ivy jerseys!

[Brandy]

I ordered "No Angel" today. I've also been lusting after the Flutterbike, Tribal and Poison Ivy jerseys!

Ooohh...you bit the bullet and paid full price for No Angel? I'm jealous!!! That's the one I wanted. :(

[Tiffanie]

I found it for $44.00. Better than the $65 I've been seeing!

[Brandy]

Performance? It's in my cart. I just tried five different coupon codes, none of them work. I should just do it since it's the one I've been lusting after.

[Tiffanie]

Yeah. :)

That's the one you've been wanting? I thought you said it was the Flutter one you just bought. I tried about five different codes too! None of 'em worked though.

First it's the same clothes at the gym. Now it's the same cycling clothes. It's funny how our taste in clothing is pretty much exactly the same!! :D We're going to get comments, ya know. ;)

Oh I like the Fairy Gothmother one too. :)

[Brandy]

Oops. I accidently bought two more PW jerseys. :p I went to Performance to see if they had No Angel and they didn't. They did however, have one size large Love Hurtz on clearance for $34.00 and though I didn't love it on the website, in person...different story. It's so cute and I love the colors. They definitely run small in my opinion, as I'm usually a medium, so I'm glad that the one I ordered the other day was a large. I used their red phone to buy the No Angel jersey and it will be delivered to the store...$44.99 no shipping!!! :D

[Tiffanie]

You're bad. ;) Large??? Ack! I ordered medium.

[Brandy]

You're bad. ;) Large??? Ack! I ordered medium.

You'll be fine in a medium Tiff. I have plenty of room for "growth" in the boob area in the large that I just bought. :D I am getting a little worried about the medium Cool Breeze jersey though! :eek:

[KSH]

Oops. I accidently bought two more PW jerseys. :p I went to Performance to see if they had No Angel and they didn't. They did however, have one size large Love Hurtz on clearance for $34.00 and though I didn't love it on the website, in person...different story. It's so cute and I love the colors. They definitely run small in my opinion, as I'm usually a medium, so I'm glad that the one I ordered the other day was a large. I used their red phone to buy the No Angel jersey and it will be delivered to the store...$44.99 no shipping!!! :D

The Love Hurtz one is really cool. Looks like you got a great price on it too!

I agree, they do run small, in my opinion.

[Brandy]

The Love Hurtz one is really cool.

Wore it on a ride this morning and had two different fellas compliment me on it! :D

[caligurl]

You'll be fine in a medium Tiff. I have plenty of room for "growth" in the boob area in the large that I just bought. :D I am getting a little worried about the medium Cool Breeze jersey though! :eek:

medium women's cool breeze jersey? ya.... you'lll want to exchange that out that morning.... they'll do that for you provided they have the other size in stock.... (and in the morning... they should....)

[Brandy]

medium women's cool breeze jersey? ya.... you'lll want to exchange that out that morning.... they'll do that for you provided they have the other size in stock.... (and in the morning... they should....)

Are you saying I need to ummm...go bigger???

[caligurl]

probably.... i ordered a small last year... and it JUST fit through my shoulders... so i exchanged it out for a medium... MUCH more comfy.... so i'd say that yes... you will need a large! lol! (that's in women's sizing! for voler i now always get men's small... women's medium!)

[Tiffanie]

Looks like I get to keep my Cool Breeze jersey after all! Well shoot, I'm pretty bummed about that - not!

I had decided not to keep it since I won't be riding now, but it's soooooo cool that I won't have a problem wearing it. If anyone asks, I'll just say I got one to root on all my friends who did ride it! :D

[caligurl]

Looks like I get to keep my Cool Breeze jersey after all! Well shoot, I'm pretty bummed about that - not!

I had decided not to keep it since I won't be riding now, but it's soooooo cool that I won't have a problem wearing it. If anyone asks, I'll just say I got one to root on all my friends who did ride it! :D

*gasp* well if i hear you tell them that... "I'LL set them straight! that you dissed brandy to go look at TIM'S BUTT!!!!!!!!!!!!!http://www.smileycons.com/img/emotions/200.gif

but seriously... it's a WAY cool jersey (in the pic anyways) and you should keep it!!!!

[Tiffanie]

LOL Caligurl!!! Be nice now, ya hear?? Well, yeah I did decide on Tim's butt over Cool Breeze but my story sounds better, yeah? :D

:p

[caligurl]

hmmmmmm ok! (nahhhhhh i think going to see tim's butt sounds better! http://www.smileycons.com/img/emotions/113.gif )

[redhot3368]

probably.... i ordered a small last year... and it JUST fit through my shoulders... so i exchanged it out for a medium... MUCH more comfy.... so i'd say that yes... you will need a large! lol! (that's in women's sizing! for voler i now always get men's small... women's medium!)

Hey Cali,
So it sounds like the Cool Breeze jerseys run small, I ordered a small, which I normally always were...guess i will just have to wait and see, huh?
What do you think? I have like NO boobs!! so sad but true :o

[caligurl]

if you ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS wear a small..... then small may work for you.... what i wear depends on the manufacturer (i.e. anything performance or nashbar i wear medium... PI i wear small.... men's i always wear a small except the brand las vegas century uses... i wear XS!) i could wear the small women's voler... but it was JUST good on my shoulders.... and not good for movement... almost snug on my shoulders... but i have broad shoulders...

look at it.... try it on and exchange it if you need to!

[vicvroom]

I have the Love Hurtz jersey, too, and I love it! The colors are so much more vibrant in person than they look online. And, the dogs remind me of my hairless dog.

I do wish it I was a tad smaller for it.

[FreshNewbie]

GREAT KHS you got another person buying jersey from Primal Wear:D I got the short sleeve moon jersey on sale! Got it in small hope it fits.

[deedolce]

I'm in trouble now! I haven't splurged on a jersey in a long time...so many, so little money.

I wear small in Pearl Izumi, but the one Primal I have (my 1st jersey, by the way! No words in the pocket though...) is a large, and fits comfortably. Yike.
I'll probably try a medium, though, just to see. The large Primal also fit me when I was some 20 lbs heavier two years ago, before I got into biking. :cool:

[KSH]

GREAT KHS you got another person buying jersey from Primal Wear:D I got the short sleeve moon jersey on sale! Got it in small hope it fits.

I think I should be getting commision from Primal Wear! HA! :D

I hope you enjoy yours as much as I love mine!

[FreshNewbie]

you should be getting comissions! to be honest all of us somehow should be getting comissions from different companies that we brag about here :D
I am a little nervous that the S will be too small for me, I am about 33 inches Chest and not very broad shoulders, 26 inches waist, do you think it will fit me?

[KSH]

you should be getting comissions! to be honest all of us somehow should be getting comissions from different companies that we brag about here :D
I am a little nervous that the S will be too small for me, I am about 33 inches Chest and not very broad shoulders, 26 inches waist, do you think it will fit me?

I hope so! ;)


I bet it will. I know I like my jerseys long on me (to cover up the bell fat), so I always get them a bit larger than I need to.

Let us know how it looks on you! Feel free to post a picture! :D

[Artisan]

I am a little nervous that the S will be too small for me, I am about 33 inches Chest and not very broad shoulders, 26 inches waist, do you think it will fit me?

I tried on a primal wear jersey just the other day and my chest is about a 34, a small was still kind of loose on me. I think you will be fine with the small.

[songlady]

I'm sad :( The jersey came and was too small in the hips. It seems to run smaller than both "no angel" and "heartbreaker". Ah well, another trip to the post office...

[Brandy]

Which one was it Emily?

[songlady]

"Flutter Bike"

[Brandy]

I just got that one too. I am really surprised at how small they run. I ordered a large and in other jerseys I can wear a small or a medium. I'm ummm...having surgery next month, so I had to size up...hope it still fits after! :eek:

[colby]

I hate (love) this thread. Now I want all of these cool bike jerseys, but I can't bring myself to pay full price when most bike shops are starting end of season sales and I *might* get lucky and find something in a store!

I really want spinderella:

http://www.primal-sports.com/pc-325-17-spinderella-womens-cycling-jersey.aspx

(Also available on TE, which is where I'd buy it if I was going to pay full price)

Maybe if I hint enough my husband will buy it for me. Nah. I'd probably have to flat out tell him to before he'd actually do it ;)

[Denise223]

I like these primal wear jerseys a lot........Too bad they didn't make them to fit women who wear a size 16+......

Oh well.....perhaps someday they will realize there is a market for plus size women :)

Have a good night all!

Denise

[Selkie]

I wish they didn't have elastic at the bottom. That's kept me from buying any of them. Probably for the best, given the fact that my jersey drawer is hitting maximum capacity and it's soon going to be time to weed out the ones I don't wear.

[cherinyc]

KSH - I got my Flutterbike Jersey yesterday - it fits great!!! I emailed Primal with my measurements, and told him I wasn't sure which size to go with - a guy named alann b emailed me back and said the small should work. It does have elastic, but not real tight elastic. And the length is good. It's definitely on the longer side of jerseys. Thank god!!! I am gonna show it off today.
Thanks soooo much for the suggestion.
Maybe I take a picture.

[KSH]

KSH - I fot my Flutterbike Jersey yesterday - it fits great!!! I emailed Primal with my measurements, and told him I wasn't sure which size to go with - a guy named alann b emailed me back and said the small should work. It does have elastic, but not real tight elastic. And the length is good. It's definitely on the longer side of jerseys. Thank god!!! I am gonna show it off today.
Thanks soooo much for the suggestion.
Maybe I take a picture.

Happy to hear it!!!

Aren't the colors so much better in person? And the price was certainly PERFECT!!!

Feel free to post a picture!

[Nanci]

I have a SS Primal jersey I think is called Team Courage, with a rooster and some writing. (I am a chicken freak, too.) The neck says Who you callin' a chicken? I had to have it...

I also have the sleeveless sun jersey. The one that is blue and has the smiling sun. It says Sun Burn.

BF has the ACDC jersey with that guy in shorts- Angus! It says High Voltage.

[Veronica]

http://www.tandemhearts.com/bike/cinderella-04/slides/02.jpg

My only Primal, but one of my favorite jerseys. I wore it last Saturday for the double and got several compliments, including one guy at the last rest stop who said it was sexy. I wasn't wearing the mustache. ;)

V.

[Brandy]

I like that one Veronica...I've never seen it before!

[Veronica]

It's from Spring 2004. It says Rattle Your Bones in the back pocket.

V.

[redhot3368]

I was in Performance yesterday and bought the Love Hurtz!
It is soooo cute ;)
on sale for $34!
LOVE CLEARANCE RACKS!!!!

[hurleygirl]

I wish they didn't have elastic at the bottom. That's kept me from buying any of them.

For $8, my local tailor will take the elastic out of the hem.

Edit: Forgot to mention that even though I'm not a fan of Primal Wear jerseys - I actually like the Love Hurtz one.

[wavedancer]

I removed the elastic from my Firebird jersey and now love it! I am starting to remove the bottom elastics in all my jerseys...They just stay in place so much better. Why do you think manufacturers continue to put bottom elastics in women's jerseys? If you have any hips at all, they WILL ride up :mad:

[Brandy]

I was in Performance yesterday and bought the Love Hurtz!
It is soooo cute ;)
on sale for $34!
LOVE CLEARANCE RACKS!!!!

We'll have to coordinate sometime when we ride together! I love the colors in person, they are so much more vibrant than on the website.

[redhot3368]

We'll have to coordinate sometime when we ride together! I love the colors in person, they are so much more vibrant than on the website.

Yes! We will!! I love it...you are right the colors are very vibrant!

K :)