How to Choose the Right Cycling Jersey for Your Riding Style

How Cycling Jerseys
Should Fit

A Guide to Finding Comfort, Performance & Confidence on the Bike

When it comes to performance cycling clothing, fit is about purpose as much as it is about preference.

Too loose and it creates drag. Too tight and it restricts movement and comfort. The right fit doesn’t just sit well against your body, it should move with it. Whether you’re racing or riding all day.

At Le Col, every jersey is cut to support your on-bike position, match your intensity and elevate your comfort.

So, what should that feel like?

A Fit for Every Ride: Understanding Our Collections

While all Le Col Jerseys are built for performance, each collection delivers a distinct fit feel, tuned to different riding styles and priorities.

Pro Collection Jerseys

Race-tuned and compressive.

Made for speed, the Pro Jerseys are cut with precision for aerodynamic performance. Articulated sleeves and a contoured body provide a second-skin fit that sits perfectly when you're in an aggressive position on the bike, especially on the drops. You’ll notice a shorter front panel to eliminate bunching in the riding position, and a compressive feel through the sleeves and torso. It’s meant to hug your body, keeping drag low and airflow clean.

Key Fit Notes:

- Compressive across the chest and shoulders but not restrictive on the bike

- No excess fabric or wrinkling when in position

- Second-skin feel through the arms and body

Best for: Racing, high-intensity training, and riders who prefer a pro-level fit.

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Hors Categorie Collection Jerseys

Refined and tailored for endurance.

The Hors Categorie Jersey is cut for comfort over long distances. With a close fit that allows for freedom of movement, it’s designed to perform mile after mile, whether you're on the hoods, climbing, or stretching out on the flats.

You’ll still feel a performance fit, enough to keep pockets secure and the jersey stable but with more forgiveness through the chest and shoulders than a race-orientated jersey.

Key Fit Notes:

- Snug and supportive

- Moves with your body in varied riding positions

- Fabric should feel soft against the skin

Best for: Long-distance riders, endurance events, and cyclists who want high-performance comfort without the race fit.

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Sport Collection Jerseys

Relaxed performance, everyday comfort.

If you’re new to performance kit or simply prefer a more relaxed ride, the Sport Jersey is built to feel easy. You’ll experience more space through the chest, waist, and sleeves, but still enough shape to stay supportive on the bike.

It shouldn’t feel compressive, just breathable fabric, smooth seams, and a flattering fit that works for club rides, commutes, or your next big sportive.

Key Fit Notes:

- Room to move without excess fabric or flapping

- Slightly looser in the sleeves and chest for comfort

- Stability when pockets are loaded

Best for: Casual riding, everyday training, and cyclists seeking a more relaxed fit that prioritises comfort.

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ARC Collection Jerseys

Relaxed performance, adventure ready.

When you’re riding beyond the tarmac, your kit needs to adapt. The ARC Jersey is designed with exploration in mind, delivering a relaxed, versatile fit with natural stretch that moves freely over changing terrain and body positions.

It sits close to the body to avoid excess drag, but never feels restrictive. There’s more give in the shoulders and chest, and the fabric works with you as you shift from climbing to descending, spinning to hiking.

Key Fit Notes:

- Smooth against the skin with a comfortable stretch

- No sagging or loose areas

- Comfortable in all positions, whether upright or in the drops.

Best for: Gravel rides, multi-day adventure and cyclists who value performance without sacrificing comfort on long or varied rides.

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