Assos Cycling Kit - Short Sleeve Jersey, Cap, Socks (For Men)

Buy one size larger than you normally buy. The woman who bought for her husband and was disappointed that it is a hand wash or delicate care garment follow these directions. Place the jersey and socks in a pillow case and safety pin the bag shut. Wash on regular cycle and hang to dry. I've been doing this to my Assos bibs, jerseys and socks for years. I've worn Assos for 7 plus years and this works perfectly. This is a great deal for some of the best cycling gear out on the market today.

Assos is highly regarded for their fit and fabrics, and this meets expectations in those regards however I was disappointed in the quality of the zipper. It snagged more than it should have for clothing of this quality so I chose to return the product. It's still a nice jersey, but for the price it needed to be a "5 out of 5" for me to keep it. Personally, I wouldn't use the cycling cap, but the pricing for the kit is still competitive. This fits "true to size", but this is relative to other European brand sizing. I normally would wear a medium in most US-brand sizing and an Assos large was still snug, but appropriate.

For the woman who wrote about the delicate wash try this: Put the jersey in a pillow case and safety pin it closed, wash regular, hang the jersey to dry. I've been wearing Assos clothing for years and do this every time I've worn mine. They wear like iron and I've had the jersey's and bib shorts for years and many cycling seasons. These are pricey but worth every penny.

Jersey fits tighter than most jerseys (i.e. PI, Performance Bike brand) in Medium. Stay cool, dry quickly and very comfortable given the tight fit. Looks great as well... I also expected the zipper to hug the body a little more in riding position but no big deal for me once I ride... Pockets are nicely reenforced with one hole on right pocket for iPod... (for those that care). Is it worth the money? That's for each to decide but for me, I'm buying more Assos' products... but not from Sierra Trading Post (see more comments below).I gave Sierra Trading Post a ZERO rating because I just saw the same item on their sites and other sites for $30 less and they would not credit me for the price change. I just bought the item about two weeks ago !!! I don't think I have came across another retailer on-line that would not credit the difference... this is probably my last order with Sierra Trading Post...

Assos= AWESOME!!!!