shorts and sleeveless jerseys

[kgorrell]

I'm having trouble finding another pair of road shorts that I like. I've tried several pairs and am having a hard time finding something that fits me and is comfortable. I'm 5'2 and about 106 lbs. So far, the shebeest triple S are the most comfortable shorts I have tried but I would like to purchase a higher end road short for longer rides. I like the fact that the shebeest are shorter and would like to find something with a comparable inseam.

Also, does it take some time to get used to the road shorts that have a higher waist in the back? I have tried several shorts that come up quite a bit further than the triple S and it feels uncomfortable and I don't know if that is something I would get used to after a few rides. The shorts I have tried so far and didn't like were the Sugio RS Short (too long), Louis Garneau Zone 8 (too short), and the Giordana Laser Short (I think I would have like these but the sizing chart was wrong and I ordered the wrong size so they were way too big).

I am also trying to find another sleeveless jersey to order. I recently bought the Sugio RS sleeveless jersey which I love and was hoping to find another jersey that is comparable in material. Any thoughts on Castelli jerseys?

Sorry for all the information but I'm relatively new to cycling and I'm having trouble finding clothing I like. I've been wearing the stuff I bought when I first started riding and now that I'm riding a lot I would like to get some nicer things.

Thanks

[KathiCville]

Good luck on your search for the perfect short---you'll find loads of informed opinions here!

On the sleeveless jersey front, I prefer jerseys that don't have the traditional fitted elastic band at the bottom. So most of my tops are generally fitted through the body, but end in a somewhat relaxed (or at least not tight) hemline. The sleeveless models I reach for most frequently are my Terry Sun Goddess, Terry Singletrack Tank, Shebeest S-Curve sleeveless jerseys, and Terry sleeveless Mandarin. Sheila Moon has some great scoopneck tanks with matching boleros--a combo I love.

The one Castelli jersey I own is very nice fabricwise, but it has the typical tight elastic at the bottom, so it isn't one of my favorites.

I splurged on 3 Etxe Ondo jerseys on Sierra Trading Post a few months back when they were at a 'deep' discount---one is sleeveless. The fabric is absolutely wonderful, but it has the bottom elastic too. I wear it anyway because the feel overall is so nice that I don't mind the fitted band as much as I would on other less well-made jerseys. Ditto the two short-sleeved Etxe Ondo jerseys I have!

Good luck! Be sure to check out all the wares here in the TE store---great stuff and the staff is fabulous about answering questions about fit.

[Blueberry]

I'm curious - why don't you think the triple S shorts will work for longer rides? I have ridden them on 80+ mile rides, and not had a problem. Just curious

[ny biker]

I have a couple of pairs of the Shebeest Ultra D short that I bought last year and I love them:

http://www.teamestrogen.com/products.asp?pID=25749

The inseam is longer than the Triple S short, so I don't know if this is what you're looking for. But I find them to be comfortable and I like the mesh panel on the back.

For sleeveless jerseys I like the Shebeest Easy-V because it fits well and is comfortable. But it doesn't have any mesh panels like the Sugoi RS does, if you're looking for that.

[kgorrell]

To CA_in_NC,


It's not that I have any problems with the Shebeest triple S on longer rides (because I have ridden 80+ miles in them as well and they have been fine). I am just interested in finding a short with a little more breathability (in the material) and maybe a denser padding in the chamois. I love my triple S though and if I don't have any luck with any other shorts, I will just purchase several pairs of them because they seem to work for me.

Thanks.

[ehirsch83]

Look the the LG shorts with the air gel chamois and mutliple leg paneling. The really good ones don't have elastic on the bottom. The compression from them is amazing!