Cycling jerseys vs tank tops?

[Blueberry]

I adore this: http://www.teamestrogen.com/prodDE_CW7.html

Works great with tank tops (and yes, it really is just about as cool - I really don't like HOT sun on the skin directly). I wore one on the MS Ride last year - 105 degree heat index. I got some strange looks, but I DID NOT get burned (except for a small stripe between the sleeves and the gloves)

I need to order a 2nd one, so I have one to wear while the other is in the wash.

[Andrea]

I've worn a tank top before, but honestly, I love my solid short-sleeve tan lines so much that I don't want to fade them

[Reesha]

I adore this: http://www.teamestrogen.com/prodDE_CW7.html

Works great with tank tops (and yes, it really is just about as cool - I really don't like HOT sun on the skin directly). I wore one on the MS Ride last year - 105 degree heat index. I got some strange looks, but I DID NOT get burned (except for a small stripe between the sleeves and the gloves)

I need to order a 2nd one, so I have one to wear while the other is in the wash.

I gotta get me some of those! My poor, pale, freckled arms are always at risk during the summer!

[ridebikeme]

Many of the newer cycling tops actually have SPF built into the jersey itself. Like many of you, I ride in tank tops quite often, and should probably rethink that situation. If you're not able to find long sleeve jerseys this time of year, they are available, you may have to ask your shop to order. The other option is to wear arm warmers with your short sleeve jersey; there are several options in terms of weight with arm warmers and this should give you another choice.

[KathiCville]

I adore this: http://www.teamestrogen.com/prodDE_CW7.html

Works great with tank tops (and yes, it really is just about as cool - I really don't like HOT sun on the skin directly). I wore one on the MS Ride last year - 105 degree heat index. I got some strange looks, but I DID NOT get burned (except for a small stripe between the sleeves and the gloves)

I need to order a 2nd one, so I have one to wear while the other is in the wash.

The Cool Wings...Any tips for picking the right size? Based on the one you have, is it better to go snug? Or a bit loose? I'm doing the MS ride here in a little over two weeks and I probably should have something like this handy. Thanks!

[Biciclista]

I might just get some of these. I've had freckles all my life, so i don't see my freckles as imminent danger. On the other hand, i like to keep my skin covered up but it's hard to do when you're in danger of overheating.

[bmccasland]

I might just get some of these. I've had freckles all my life, so i don't see my freckles as imminent danger. On the other hand, i like to keep my skin covered up but it's hard to do when you're in danger of overheating.

That's what I was wondering. It gets gawd awful hot here in the summer. 95 degrees (35C) and 95% humidity. Would the Cool Wings really keep me cooler? Or would I strip them off and be sorry I spent the money? Or just wear it as an arm warmer in the spring and fall? What is the fabric difference between an bolero arm warmer and the cool wings anyway?

[ny biker]

That's what I was wondering. It gets gawd awful hot here in the summer. 95 degrees (35C) and 95% humidity. Would the Cool Wings really keep me cooler? Or would I strip them off and be sorry I spent the money? Or just wear it as an arm warmer in the spring and fall? What is the fabric difference between an bolero arm warmer and the cool wings anyway?

You are reading my mind.

[tctrek]

That's what I was wondering. It gets gawd awful hot here in the summer. 95 degrees (35C) and 95% humidity. Would the Cool Wings really keep me cooler? Or would I strip them off and be sorry I spent the money? Or just wear it as an arm warmer in the spring and fall? What is the fabric difference between an bolero arm warmer and the cool wings anyway?

I just bought them... it gets pretty dang hot here also and my poor arms always get burned even with sunscreen. I'll let you know if they work!

[Blueberry]

That's what I was wondering. It gets gawd awful hot here in the summer. 95 degrees (35C) and 95% humidity. Would the Cool Wings really keep me cooler? Or would I strip them off and be sorry I spent the money? Or just wear it as an arm warmer in the spring and fall? What is the fabric difference between an bolero arm warmer and the cool wings anyway?

I don't have a bolero, but I really don't think these were any hotter than just sun on skin (which is HOT!). It was 95 real temp/105 heat index on my MS ride last year, and I was about as uncomfortable as everybody else.

In terms of size, they're pretty forgiving, I think. I technically shouldn't be able to wear a large (I think) - I'm slightly too large. But, it works for me. I'd call TE if in doubt, but I think you can add at least an inch to the stated sizes (and even though mine was stretched a little, I didn't get any real sun through it). I think snug is fine - I actually think it wicks better that way - but again, I'm sure Susan is a better reference than I am

CA

[Resi]

I live in the south, there is no way I wear tank tops or sleevless jerseys... I wear shortsleeve jersey's and armcooler... also in my collection of jerseys a longarm summer top from Jaggad/Australia...

No interesst in skincancer...think about that. (my father in law died a couple of weeks ago of cancer)...


Resi

[ny biker]

So I decided to give the Cool Wings a try, and I ordered one last night. I think I looked pretty funny trying to measure my bicep to figure out what size to get.

We should start getting some really hot weather here soon, so I look forward to trying it out.

[channlluv]

There just aren't a lot of choices in the larger sizes. I'm just going to have to stick with long-sleeved t-shirts until this weight starts coming off.

Roxy

[surgtech1956]

SPF clothing? Does this really work?

[sundial]

It gets gawd awful hot here in the summer. 95 degrees (35C) and 95% humidity.

Exactly! I wonder how well it works in balmy, humid, southern temps.