The kind folks at Sugoi sent us several jerseys to try out this spring and I had a hard time choosing just one, so you’re going to get a double dip of cycling goodness.
Sugoi Verve 3/4 Sleeve Jersey
Verve
This top looks pretty unassuming, with its simple clean lines and unobtrusive side zip pocket. It’s become one of my favorites for cool days because of its wonderful, flattering fit. It has a squared off bottom to the collar that gives it a multi-sport appearance and eliminates any need for zippers. I’ve been using it to ride to work and for weekend rides with the girls, and I wouldn’t hesitate to run, walk, or mountain bike in it.
If you’re a cycling packrat, you’ll mourn the loss of pocket real estate, but for shorter rides or under a hydration pack, it’s tops. The Verve does fine with wicking and venting through the mesh panels along the shoulders and sides. The 3/4 sleeve coverage is welcome under the beating sun or in the cool early mornings. My favorite little surprise on this jersey is the zip color – apple green on our white/gunmetal version! Four color variations, $50.00
Those are octopus arms across the front!
Sugoi Tentacles Jersey
This one is pure cycling. It has a nice length, flat non-elastic hem (yay!), tiny cap sleeves, the usual three-pocket arrangement on the back, and a fun design with a story. There’s a stylized image of the Pacific Giant Octopus on the back, based on Native American art, and a printed story on one of the back pockets about the significance of the octopus in Native American culture. So your riding buddies have something to read while they’re slogging up that hill behind you! It’s a really eye catching design, both fun and functional. Teamestrogen.com carries this jersey and they have an image of the front and back, so you can see the entire design – cool! $85.00
