Pearl Izumi Men's PRO Jersey and Men's Attack Air Bib Shorts: Race Ready Kit
Explore the performance, comfort, and innovative features of Pearl Izumi's Men's PRO Jersey and Attack Air Bib Shorts. Perfect for serious cyclists!
Men's PRO Jersey
Description: Engineered for dedicated cyclists, the Men's PRO Jersey from Pearl Izumi stands out with its race-fit design and premium lightweight Italian knit fabric, offering UPF 30 sun protection. This jersey is crafted to keep you comfortable and performing at your peak on the most challenging routes.
Fabric Composition:
- Main Body, Pocket: 85% recycled polyester, 15% elastane
- Back Body: 86% recycled polyester, 14% elastane
Key Features:
- Strategically Placed Fabrics: The combination of solid and mesh lightweight Italian fabrics provides positive compression, enhancing performance.
- Iconic Speed Sleeve Construction: Designed for a race fit, offering streamlined aerodynamics.
- YKK Semi-Locking Front Zipper: Allows easy adjustment of ventilation on the go.
- Traditional 3 Rear Pockets & One Rear Zipper Pocket: Practical and spacious for carrying essentials.
- Bonded, No-Stitch Hemlines: Ensures a sleek, clean finish without irritation.
- Recycled Content: Environmentally friendly.
- BioViz® Reflective Elements: Enhances visibility up to 100 meters for night rides.
- UPF 30: Offers significant sun protection.
Performance and Fit: I found the Men's PRO Jersey to be exceptional in terms of fit and breathability. The collared design offers a more refined, fitted look and feel compared to previous styles, which I appreciate. The jersey provides a great form fit without feeling binding or restrictive, making it my go-to choice for faster rides. The well-designed zipper pocket is a standout feature, adding convenience for storage needs. Overall, this is a super breathable and well-fitting jersey that has quickly become my favorite for my faster rides.
Dries quick in the rain and can even survive a post-ride visit to the sauna.
Men's Attack Air Bib Shorts
Description: Pearl Izumi's Men's Attack Air Bib Shorts have been enhanced to provide superior performance. Constructed from lightweight, breathable 4-way stretch fabric, these bibs are designed for high-output efforts. The dual-density ELITE Levitate chamois offers targeted support, ensuring comfort during long rides. The bibs feature sleek detailing, such as raw-edge bib uppers and laser-cut leg openings with silicone-printed grippers.
Fabric Composition:
- 84% recycled polyester, 16% spandex
Key Features:
- Dual-Density ELITE Levitate Chamois: Minimizes skin abrasion and sit bone discomfort.
- Laser-Cut Bib Straps: Provides next-to-skin comfort.
- Recycled Content: Environmentally friendly.
- BioViz® Reflective Elements: Enhances visibility up to 100 meters for night rides.
- 10.5" Inseam: Ideal length for cycling.
Performance and Fit: I found the Attack Air Bib Shorts to be highly compressive and well-padded, making them a preferred choice for long rides. The fabric is lightweight and offers great compression, while the straps, being an extension of the shorts, add to the comfort. The dual-density chamois is particularly appreciated for its strategic padding, providing support where it is needed the most. I love this style of Pearl Izumi bibs and tights. The fabric is super lightweight and compressive, and the straps being an extension of the shorts rather than separate pieces is a feature I really like. The pad is very well designed, with higher density foam under the sit bones and softer padding in front.
Conclusion
Both the Men's PRO Jersey and Men's Attack Air Bib Shorts from Pearl Izumi exemplify high performance, comfort, and innovative design. Whether you're tackling challenging routes or long race days, these products are designed to meet the demands of serious cyclists.
