Best men’s cycling jerseys in 2025

The best men’s cycling jerseys are light, cool and comfortable and provide a convenient place to carry snacks and spares.

As triathletes, we spend an awful lot of time training on two wheels, especially when we’re reaching our peak in summer. So it’s key that our kit is up to the task and cycling jerseys are no exception.

They need to look good, of course, but they also need to be comfortable (particularly in warm weather), provide storage for nutrition or other essentials and, depending on your goals, provide you with any possible aero gains.

We’ve reviewed the best cycling jerseys to help you choose the right one for your triathlon training and racing. Scroll down to see our recommendations and carry on scrolling to read our buying advice on cycling jerseys.

Now, on with the testing!

Best men’s cycling jerseys in 2025

Le Col Hors Categorie II

The Le Col Hors Categorie Jersey II is an outstanding cycling jersey in all but the hottest conditions.

Because there’s no irritation from the seams or zips, and the fit and amount of stretch from the fabric is spot-on, comfort is brilliant. 

The fact the jersey material isn’t the lightest Le Col increases its versatility – I felt warm enough just below the brand’s recommended temperature range of 15 to 25 degrees centigrade. 

Storage is excellent due to the roomy and sag-free pockets which include a waterproof zipped one. 

The price isn’t low, but it’s not the highest on the market either, so it’s the cycling jersey I’d pick for a big day out.

Read my full Le Col Hors Categorie Jersey II review for more. RS

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Craft Essence

The Craft Essence Jersey is a cheap option yet provides a lot of value. 

The fit is true-to-size and is largely close fitting without making you feel like you’re shrink-wrapped, though there’s a little excess fabric around the shoulders. 

The full-length zip guard is a nice touch that enhances comfort, while the arm sleeves fitted nicely, but did shift upward a little. 

You get the standard three jersey-style pockets, plus a zipped one. The latter isn’t big enough for my iPhone 15, but will take a credit card and keys. 

The jersey pockets handled all we needed them to and thankfully there’s limited bouncing when they’re packed. 

The wide waist hem has very effective silicone grippers that keep the jersey in place well. There’s no mesh fabric here, which makes this a slightly warmer jersey. RS

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Castelli Aero Race 6.0

This is the sixth iteration of Castelli’s Aero Race Jersey, with each version said to benefit from better aerodynamics and fit. That’s a lot of development, and this jersey has even been privy to CFD (computational fluid dynamics) analysis in order to inform fabric choice and seam placement.

The fit is close and feels aerodynamic, yet comfort is also great with unrestricted range of movement and the large zip guard does its job well. In testing, the jersey offered excellent breathability and moisture wicking, thanks in part to the jersey’s incredibly lightweight fabric, making it most suited to summer.

Our sample came in a black/grey blend that’s not great for visibility, but brighter colours are available. Three standard rear pockets are spacious and there’s limited sagging, but when empty there’s a little bit of riding up.

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Huub Attain Short Sleeve Jersey

• £79.99 (US pricing N/A)

At £80 The Huub Atttain is a ‘budget’ option  when compared to some of the others. It feels like a versatile pick, too. 

You get mesh under the arms, which helps with ventilation on hot days, yet the main fabric seemed to cope well with somewhat fresh air on our February rides.  

There’s a zip guard at the neck, but it doesn’t cover the very top of the zip, though this didn’t prove much of an irritation. The neck also seemed to pull downward, which was a minor annoyance. There are three jersey-style pockets and a zip pocket which is on the  left-hand side – something to consider if you’re right-handed. 

The zip pocket just about took my phone, while the jersey pockets didn’t bounce much when loaded up. The sleeves fit comfortably but the waist rode up a little at the front. RS

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Sportful Light Jersey

• $120 / £110

The Sportful Light is the lightest men’s jersey on test here and it’s undoubtedly one the best men’s cycling jerseys for sweaty summer rides, with great breathability and moisture wicking. 

The fit is true-to-size and close-fitting without feeling unbearably so. It feels like one of the most aero options here, too. 

You don’t get a zip guard, so you can feel the zip up against your neck while riding, though it hasn’t caused any significant discomfort. 

There’s no zip pocket, but you get your classic three jersey-style options. They took our standard kit, but there was a bit more sagging than you get with others (but no excessive bounce). 

The silicone around the hem at the rear stays in place well, even when switching between seated and standing. This isn’t one for cool morning rides, while the collar wasn’t the closest fitting, allowing wind to get inside. RS

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Gore Spinshift Jersey

• $120 / £89.99

The Gore Spinshift is another jersey coming in just under £100, but how does it perform? Well, looking at fit firstly, I’d recommend sizing down. 

It fits closely, but there is some looseness around the waist and upper arms/armpit. Sizing runs from S to XXXL for men and I’d say this is a decent option for stockier frames. Worth noting is that the sleeves don’t fit as closely as some others, though. 

There’s no zip guard, which didn’t prove to be much of an issue, but it doesn’t feel as comfy as a jersey with one. That said, it helps in hot weather and, while there’s no mesh, this jersey fabric feels rather lightweight, wicks moisture well and is appropriate for hot days. 

The fabric stretches a lot, which is comfy, but it does make the pockets rather bouncy (though you can fit a lot in them). A zip pocket is handy for your phone/keys/card. RS

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Craft Core Endur Logo M

• £40 (US pricing N/A)

If you want to fall down a rabbit hole of polyester, click on Craft’s website. You’re confronted by a huge collection of sports apparel including tops from padel tennis to Nordic skiing.

This eclectic offering’s in the company’s DNA as they arose in the ’70s by designing and manufacturing base layers for Swedish fighter pilots.

In short, they know a thing or two about kit. But are they becoming a jack of all trades…?

Not with the Core short-sleeve jersey, which is a solid offering. It’s a regular fit, which is fine in our books for most ride-outs.

A doff of the bike cap for their eco credentials as the jersey’s constructed from 100% recycled polyester, which wicks sweat away nicely, while the full-length zipper offers further venting options.

Three back pockets are plenty for gels and the like.

The only moot point is the double-edged band at the hem, which could be ever-so firmer for a more secure fit.

It comes in seven colours and in sizes small to XXL.

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Endura Pro SL Short Sleeve

• $129.99 / £100

Endura’s six-year partnership with Spanish cycling team Movistar, which finished in 2019, saw the Scottish outfit add an aerodynamic edge to their range that was arguably missing from their more utilitarian beginnings.

They spent many an hour in the wind-tunnel with aero expert Simon Smart to transform both their image and range.

This streamlined evolution’s seen in the Pro SL as its form-fitting nature is for the triathlete who carries little weight and big ambition.

The cut works with your movements between aerobars and hoods thanks to 12% elastane added to 88% polyester.

Silicone grippers out back prevent things riding up, albeit the short front feels a touch shorter due to no gripper, which can leave you a touch exposed at mid-ride fuelling stops.

Still, arguably this is for high-performers with excellent breathability enhanced by underarm and upper-back holed vents.

Three rear pockets are good for storage, plus there’s an appreciated extra zip pocket for keys, etc.

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Trimtex Pro 3.0 Shirt

• €129 (US pricing N/A)

As demonstrated by the Norwegians over the past 18 months, keeping your core temperature stable and low can help deliver big performances.

Trimtex has played a key role in that and the expertise is on show with the Pro 3.0. The jersey feels incredibly light, almost as if it’s hardly there.

The perforated, recycled fabric is a mix of polyester and elastane which, combined with even lighter panels under the arms and at the lower back, ensures some of the best ventilation and breathability we’ve experienced on warm days.

A close fit helps reduce drag while offering very good moisture wicking, yet the jersey doesn’t feel suffocatingly close like some others can.

A plush zip guard helps boost comfort, there are three classic jersey pockets for storage and the large grippy patch on the rear hem does a good job of keeping the garment in place.

While we’ve not had any issues so far, our only concern is about the jersey’s long-term durability, especially when it costs as much as it does.

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Trimtex Vitrex 2.0

• €115 (US pricing N/A)

The Trimtex Vitric 2.0 uses a minimum of 50% recycled fabrics, has a really close aerodynamic fit and proved comfortable even when temperatures rose to unprecedented levels. The latter is thanks to the mesh back, which kept us cool and wicked moisture away impressively.

There are three reinforced jersey pockets at the rear, with minimal sagging, plus a zip pocket that proved just big enough for our iPhone 12 Mini, though larger phones would struggle to fit.

Comfort was top notch and was further enhanced with a zip guard at the top. The elastic hem uses a silicone strip to help keep it in place with a reasonable level of success, but it does sit higher than some others on test.

It’s hard to fault this lightweight jersey, but we did find our design a little drab. Thankfully, a blue option is also available, or you can get a customised design printed to your liking.

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