shorts and sleeveless jerseys

[jennrod12]

Another vote for the Shebeast Ultra-D from me. (I have not tried the SSS, but I prefer a longer short.) I like the mesh back, and I love that no matter how much I sweat, I never feel like I have a wet, sweaty bum. I don't know how they do it, because the shorts actually do get very wet and when I wash them and hang them out on the line to dry, they take FOREVER to dry. I guess they just pass the moisture away from the body.

Jenn

[sundial]

I lucked into a pair of PI bibs with the 3 D Pro chamois and gripper free legs. It's the most comfie thing in my closet.

[arielmoon]

First post!! Woo hoo!

I am so thrilled I found this forum and this thread. I need new shorts (not too long) and jerseys (I love tank style tops with built in shelf bras).

I have 2 pairs of PI (short short & attack) and they seem to be fine (I need a new saddle but that is another story)... but I am new to all this and they are the only ones I have. I am riding 5 days a week now and it would be great to be able to go a few days without having to do a load of laundry!! The Shebeest Ultra D looks awesome if a little long for what I think I like but they may be something to get for the century rides I am working up to in Sept and Oct. Based on the comments here I think I may try the Decente Bliss and the triple S in the meantime. I wear a S in PI but it looks like I would be a M in the Shebeest.

Thanks!

[indysteel]

Looking at your specifications, I wonder if Giordana Forma's might work for you. http://www.teamestrogen.com/products.asp?pID=25981

TE indicates to order a size smaller than you normally wear.

I wear the Sugoi RS (which I also think runs big) and Gore Ozon. If you think the RS was to long, you'll probably think the Ozon is, too. For better or worse, most of the high end shorts (although not all) come with a longer inseam.

As for jerseys, I'm partial to Terry and Shebeest for fit and quality. Castelli, while good looking, generally has what is often described as racer or athletic fit. I generally prefer a more relaxed cut, although I love Terry's Euro halter. That's my top of choice for summer.