Terry Bolero

**Veronica** · 02-19-2006, 05:08 AM

TE is carrying these now! A most useful item for days that start cool, but you know will be heating up.

V.

**DeniseGoldberg** · 02-19-2006, 05:25 AM

I bought one of these a couple of years ago, and it's a really nice layer.

At the time I bought mine, they ran small (as in I usually wear a medium jersey, and my bolero is a L/XL, tried the S/M and felt it was too tight) - hopefully that's something the manufacturer has corrected... But then again, maybe it's me - I don't like clothing that is really tight.

--- Denise

**yellow** · 02-19-2006, 06:25 AM

A little birdie told me I might get one of these for my birthday. They are so very nice for those days that start out a little chilly and then get warm.

Here's a pic for those of you who aren't familiar with it!

**Trekhawk** · 02-19-2006, 09:12 AM

Thats really cute. Hmm wondering if my husband will notice another new cycling garment.

**yellow** · 02-19-2006, 04:41 PM

Originally Posted by Trekhawk

Thats really cute. Hmm wondering if my husband will notice another new cycling garment.

Cute AND functional. If he does notice, he'll be jealous they don't make 'em for guys.

**annie** · 02-19-2006, 05:41 PM

They work really well with sleeveless jerseys............ that way you don't have the evening-out-with-long-gloves look of arm warmers with the sleeveless jerseys. Or a weird little tan line.

Tho' I guess you could just say you're making a new fashion statement!

annie

**yellow** · 03-04-2006, 02:24 PM

Originally Posted by yellow

A little birdie told me I might get one of these for my birthday. They are so very nice for those days that start out a little chilly and then get warm.

oooooo...I can't wait for my "birthday". I borrowed one once and fell in love with it.

***Happy Birthday to me, hurry up and githere quickleee...*** Of course we need sleeveless weather yet. That's a ways off (here anyhow).

**snowtulip** · 03-04-2006, 02:30 PM

I've been checking this out, if any of you are using it in hot weather, let me know how it works. I was thinking of getting something to cover my arms during the summer without having to buy long sleeve jerseys. Wasn't sure if the material was too heavy for hot weather (my "lightweight" armwarmers are sure hot compared to my long sleeve jerseys).

**Nanci** · 03-04-2006, 02:36 PM

http://www.trisports.com/desoarmcosl.html

I've seen a few people wearing these...

Nanci

**DeniseGoldberg** · 03-04-2006, 03:06 PM

Originally Posted by snowtulip

I've been checking this out, if any of you are using it in hot weather, let me know how it works. I was thinking of getting something to cover my arms during the summer without having to buy long sleeve jerseys. Wasn't sure if the material was too heavy for hot weather (my "lightweight" armwarmers are sure hot compared to my long sleeve jerseys).

If your lightweight armwarmers are too hot then the Bolero probably will be too. Mine is heavier weight than my plain armwarmers - but keep in mind that my Bolero is several years old so I don't know if it's the same weight fabric as the current version. It is black though - I'd think you'd want a long sleeve in a light-colored fabric (like the armwarmers that Nanci linked to...) if you're going to wear it on hot days.

--- Denise

**Cari** · 03-05-2006, 12:29 AM

Originally Posted by snowtulip

I've been checking this out, if any of you are using it in hot weather, let me know how it works. I was thinking of getting something to cover my arms during the summer without having to buy long sleeve jerseys. Wasn't sure if the material was too heavy for hot weather (my "lightweight" armwarmers are sure hot compared to my long sleeve jerseys).

I live in a tropical climate and so far the DeSoto Sports arm coolers that Nanci recommended have been the best thing I've found for protection from the sun and the heat. The material feels like what a thin summer jersey would be made of. I tan a little bit through the fabric, which is ok. I just wish they came in a few more colors!

On Friday I received a TE order which included the Terry Bolero. The inner face of the fabric is brushed, but overall it's fairly lightweight. I haven't decided whether it would be worth keeping, but if I decide to give them a try, I'll let you know how they feel.

What long-sleeved jerseys have you found which have been light enough to wear in hot weather? Long-sleeved, UV blocking, hot weather jerseys are my Holy Grail!

Terry's Peggy Sue Summerweight Jersey seems to fit the bill, but the print is really not my style. So I ordered two models by Cannondale: the Competition Lightweight Jersey for fall and the Summer-weight Solar Jersey with UPF sun protection.

I wore the Competition Jersey yesterday on a long late-morning ride. I felt like it kept me pretty cool, but when I got home I realized that I tanned right through the fabric. Of course, this is much better than getting my forearms sunburned (which is what happened *last* weekend when I wore a short-sleeved jersey), but I was expecting a bit more sun protection. As for the Solar Jersey, I'm not sure I'll even keep it because in addition to having only a single zippered pocket, the fabric is white and somewhat see-through.

Please let me know what you've found that works!

~Carissa

**Susan Otcenas** · 03-07-2006, 04:03 PM

Originally Posted by snowtulip

I've been checking this out, if any of you are using it in hot weather, let me know how it works. I was thinking of getting something to cover my arms during the summer without having to buy long sleeve jerseys. Wasn't sure if the material was too heavy for hot weather (my "lightweight" armwarmers are sure hot compared to my long sleeve jerseys).

Snowtulip,

You might also want to look at these by Defeet. http://www.teamestrogen.com/products.asp?pID=16693 Very lightweight and we sell lots of them. Plus they have the advantage of being white, so they don't absorb the heat. We also *just* received our first shipment of the DeSoto summerwight armskins that was mentioned in an earlier post. Our photography dept is a wee bit backed up though, so they probably won't be online for a week or so.

Hope this helps!

Susan

**Veronica** · 02-25-2006, 03:43 PM

I discovered today that if you have good balance, you can take it off while riding.

I wouldn't recommend it in a crowd or with traffic and if you can't stash it while moving, there's no point.

V.

**Cari** · 02-25-2006, 08:13 PM

Does anyone know whether the bolero sold here is the lightweight or the heavyweight version? Or if perhaps Terry only makes one type now?

Thanks,

~Cari

**SadieKate** · 02-25-2006, 08:17 PM

I have a Bolero purchased from Terry but made by Zoelle. I've seen the current Terry version and it may be a tad lighter but I don't know. I do remember Terry selling two different weights of the Zoelle but that was a while back.

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