Base Layer

[The Central Scrutinizer]

Could you wear a S/S cycling jersey under another S/S cycling jersey in warm weather seeing that a base layer is mostly made up of polyester the same material as a jersey?Would it have the same wicking effect?
I've got a long ride on Sunday and i've only got L/S base layers and don't really want to wear them with a S/S jersey.
Maybe a stupid question but if you don't ask you'll never know.

 

[vickster]

Yes although the pockets and zips might be a bit scratchy. I’d personally go SS and gilet. Do you need a baselayer?

 

[cougie uk]

I always have a baselayer.
Do you have anything like a finishers shirt for a run ? I sometimes wear those.
My best base layer is a Rapha tribute from Aldi and it was about a fiver.

I don't think a bike top underneath another would be as nice.

 

[MichaelW2]

I generally use a plain wicking T shirt if any base layer is required. Stacking rear pockets and zips can get uncomfortable.
Base layer under a short sleeved shirt can add a bit of wind baffle on a cooler day, and provide some shirt-on-shirt sliding action to reduce road rash if you fall off.

 

[T4tomo]

could you take a pair of scissors to one of the L/S or are they also a heavier weight material.

the real answer is buy some short sleeve base layer(s) as summer is here.

craft cool mesh bought when on offer is what i swear by...prendas sed to do them, but a quick google reveal Merlin are on the case too. order today and you'll have them before the weekend.

https://www.merlincycles.com/craft-..._medium=Affiliates&utm_campaign=genieshopping

 

[vickster]

Half price on DHB... https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/p/dhb-short-sleeve-seamless-base-layer

Or just go to Sports Direct if want to buy on high street

 

[The Central Scrutinizer]

could you take a pair of scissors to one of the L/S or are they also a heavier weight material.

Possibly?
I have a nice sportful L/S base layer so i wouldn't use that but i have a couple of Decathlon ones as well so maybe i could use one of those.

 

[Ming the Merciless]

The purpose of the base layer is to move the sweat to the outer layers where it can evaporate. If you wear two cycle jerseys you’re just putting barriers in the way of that process. Why do you feel you need to wear two equivalent layers?

 

[figbat]

The purpose of the base layer is to move the sweat to the outer layers where it can evaporate. If you wear two cycle jerseys you’re just putting barriers in the way of that process. Why do you feel you need to wear two equivalent layers?

For me the base layer has to be close-fitting and I always wear one. If the ride will start colder and warm up I'll wear a L/S base layer under a S/S jersey and then roll the sleeves up later on.

 

[Tommohawk]

PX do cracking base layers and are often on special offer ie 2 for £10.

 

[vickster]

PX do cracking base layers and are often on special offer ie 2 for £10.

Plus postage… their cheapest fast track delivery is £7
Link to current deal needed as OP requires for weekend!
https://www.planetx.co.uk/c/q/clothing/clothes/baselayers

 

[gcogger]

In warm weather I've found that a base layer warms me up, so I use just a short sleeved jersey (made from a wicking fabric).

 

[cyberknight]

sunday i had some thin arm warmers and took a packable gilet , tbh i didnt need the gilet .
Commuting to work on early shift im still in the above with a base layer , leg warmers and a gilet !