Posh or retro cycle shirts (LS or SS), what have you seen?

[I like Skol]

Just throwing this out there as I have been doing some searching and not coming up with much that hits the spot, or lots of suppliers with no stock or just tiny sizes.

Requirements are;

• Sensible, conservative colours. Preferably not all one colour but definitely nothing garish or very pale.
• Subtle or no branding. Don't wish to look like a mobile billboard.
• Reasonable pricing. My comfort zone would be around £30-50, get a bit twitchy once we get to £60+ and definitely won't be buying any boutique stuff that runs into 3 figures ££££ Don't mind stretching the budget a bit if the quality justifies it.
• Sizing is a bit of a mystery to me but probably X-XL as I am 6' 1" and around 95kg. I would class myself as robust, but not flabby, just a bit of a mild paunch as do many my age.

So people, please inspire me. I would describe my typical cycling look as touring rather than sportive racer but want to smarten up a bit from my normal humorous shirts. I'm sure some of my forum 'mates' will be along shortly to make childish comments about my appearance

 

[fossyant]

Just throwing this out there as I have been doing some searching and not coming up with much that hits the spot, or lots of suppliers with no stock or just tiny sizes.

I'm sure some of my forum 'mates' will be along shortly to make childish comments about my appearance

I'm saying nothing.



You need a 'just hold my drink, whilst I do this' t-shirt, or 'I do all my own stunts'.

 

[vickster]

Stolen Goat.
Look at some of the deals on Sport Pursuit on brands like Rivelo

 

[ColinJ]

Sizing is a bit of a mystery to me but probably X-XL as I am 6' 1" and around 95kg. I would class myself as robust, but not flabby, just a bit of a mild paunch as do many my age.

Blimey, I really must be lacking muscle compared to you... I am the same height, weigh 8 kg less, but definitely AM flabby!

 

[Spiderweb]

@I like Skol what size chest are you and do you like tighter race fit or looser more casual?
I’ve just spent my birthday money on a couple of Rapha Core jerseys, this is Rapha’s budget option, they were £60 each but I had a 20% discount code too, the quality is excellent but they may be slightly short in the body for you.

I also bought an Endura ‘ride London’ jersey, I thought it was worth trying at £14 plus post, matching socks available too!
The quality is fantastic, longer in the body than the Rapha ones;
https://www.evanscycles.com/brand/endura/ridelondon-2020-mens-jersey-632495#colcode=63249518

 

[Spiderweb]

This is the Rapha Core Jersey, lots of other colours available. I got both a regular version and their lightweight version. I liked the subtle & slightly retro styling;
https://www.rapha.cc/gb/en/shop/core-lightweight-jersey/product/CJL01SSBLK

 

[Colin Grigson]

This is the Rapha Core Jersey, lots of other colours available. I got both a regular version and their lightweight version. I liked the subtle & slightly retro styling;
https://www.rapha.cc/gb/en/shop/core-lightweight-jersey/product/CJL01SSBLK

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I wear exactly the same - great fit, great quality and doesn’t break the bank

 

[dan_bo]

Endura FS260/MT500 gear covers what you need.

 

[raleighnut]

Altura are good too

 

[Peugeotrider]

I took a gamble on a cheap eBay shirt by the name more miles.
Originally was 25 quid and on a sale 7.99.
It actually is an excellent shirt.
Good pockets and nice under arm ventilation

 

[Colin Grigson]

I took a gamble on a cheap eBay shirt by the name more miles.
Originally was 25 quid and on a sale 7.99.
It actually is an excellent shirt.
Good pockets and nice under arm ventilation View attachment 606133

That’s outrageously good value for money … I always miss deals like that

 

[Peugeotrider]

That’s outrageously good value for money … I always miss deals like that

I think the deal is still on eBay.
I like the zip pocket for coins and keys,very useful

 

[Fab Foodie]

Prendas for good quality retro kit.

 

[I like Skol]

OK, Thanks folks. A few good suggestions on possible brand names to consider there (Stolen goat, Rapha, Prenda, etc) Just off for a look and to find suppliers with stock.

 

[Jenkins]

Prendas have effectively stopped selling jerseys (although they may have a few left in some odd sizing) and are concentrating on the caps these days.