We tested the of-the-shelf Tineli Team Long Sleeve (LS) Jersey, a 200gm, full-zip jersey. It’s designed to be breathable, yet warm and comfortable on cold morning rides.
Material
The material used is a “quick-drying” material that is soft and fleecy on the inside. What’s quite surprising is that even though it does draw moisture away from the skin, it still retains a lot of warmth. In the Tineli jersey, rides start out cosy and warm - yet as the day and the pace heats up, it remains very resistant to wet spots.
Construction
With double-stitched flatlock seams, Tineli claim their jerseys will last a long time (they say "twice as long"). It’s hard to disagree – when pulling on the arms and zips, the load feels to be spread well across the whole jersey. However, the quality of construction (including the size and shapes of the panels) affects more than just its longevity; it also results in a comfortable fit. The lower half pulls in tight enough to stop it from flapping in the wind, while the top half is shaped nicely to allow unaffected chest and arm movement.
Design
While obviously a personal call, we rate the Tineli design very highly. Up close, the colours are rich and bright without being overstated. Although some sections are white, the material used ensures that it never goes transparent. Overall, it’s a fine looking piece of kit that goes equally well with plain black knicks as the matching Tineli ones.
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