Chinese cycling clothes

[bremerradkurier]

Anybody try the no name aero socks? At $4, that’s hard to beat. And they can’t be any worse than normal cotton socks for aero gains.

Not cotton and an off label use, but I've bought six pairs of these Merino socks so far for cycling as well as a few pairs of the ankle length version for indoor riding and they hold up exceptionally well without all the disadvantages of cotton.

https://www.varusteleka.com/en/product/sarma-light-merino-socks/62850

[wwnero]

I have a pair of aero socks from ykykw. After about 20 wears the silicone seems to not be as good and it does not stay up on my legs  too well. Could also be that I have hairy legs lol

[sbellote]

the YKYWB socks I'd not recommend, I've got like 3 pairs - all received as gifts on orders of 2+ pieces (just ask and you should get some gift too )
after some months of use the fabric gets loose, not enough anymore to be tight on the shin and just drop to the ankle, so not good.

Spexcel ones on the other hand (also received as gift upon asking) are really good, nicer fabric and finishing, and are holding well over 1,5yrs of use

I've also got ones from the same 'sportspy store', with some kind of 'mesh' fabric (here), these ones impressed me, high finishing quality and comfortable fabric, and are pretty cheap too

the Liteskins I've never tried, I've got a bit frustrated and traumatized with 'common' fabric socks (not the tight aero with silicone style) I've got in the past which got loose too fast - they were the cheapest ones too, so bad on my side anyway lol

ones that I'm really curious lately are these ones from GRC - they seem like a more boutique brand from China, lot of more expensive products but also some more affordable ones, not a lot of sales on Aliexpress (seem recent) but the website and instagram looks good
at this price and with the extra discounts, seem like a really good deal, unfortunately, I'm over my budget right now so will have to wait a bit to check it out (also I have too many socks lol)
the store also has some more aero options, and merino too, but much higher price point.

[Pedaldancer]

In winter time I've bought one of the seamless Darevie bibs.
The chamois is more in the thinner side,  the padding is medium hard.

Since the chamois is always very personal... I like the thinner style, so I am fine with this. The Lycra fabric is nice, but it's definitely a thin summer fabric, the sewing quality is good.
The leg finish is nice, the silicone grid inside is very broad, which I like.
I did some 100 miles rides on Zwift with it  . The legs were my largest problem.

Just found this amazing item on AliExpress. Check it out! 30,88€  57%OFF | DAREVIE Men's Cycling Bretelle Seamless Men Cycling Shorts 6H 500KM Ride Men's Cycling Bib Shorts Pro Men's Cycling Shorts Women
https://a.aliexpress.com/_EupLGzJ

[carbonazza]

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https://a.aliexpress.com/_EupLGzJ

I purchased two pairs, my first first into non-black bibs and wow!
Even on long rides.
Bought another two and now, I only ride with these.
The only issue is that the S size are two cm short on the leg for me.

[kbernstein]

https://aliexpress.com/item/1005005368937229.html

$15. Just not on the official store. It was the color I wanted, I'm risking it.
Also buying the bibs from the official darevie store, both have been sitting in my carts for months.
No sizing guide, I'm usually a size L bibs size M jersey, 1m84/75kg. Referred to comments and got both in L

[nickobec]

No sizing guide, I'm usually a size L bibs size M jersey, 1m84/75kg. Referred to comments and got both in L

I am 184cm 77kg and you got the right size of bibs in my opinion (I own 3, about to be 4 pairs)
No experience with that jersey, my only Darvie jersey was L and probably size to big for me with 95cm chest

[sbellote]

The only issue is that the S size are two cm short on the leg for me.

I find that with all chinese brands the leg is always shorter than it should
I'm yet to find a model with longer legs, most fit ok when you put on, but when you start to move they get too short

https://aliexpress.com/item/1005005368937229.html
$15. Just not on the official store. It was the color I wanted, I'm risking it.
Also buying the bibs from the official darevie store, both have been sitting in my carts for months.
No sizing guide, I'm usually a size L bibs size M jersey, 1m84/75kg. Referred to comments and got both in L

this 'Manufacturer direct' store, afaik, is for special sales on Aliexpress. Stores offer a limited quantity of certain products at a special price through these links, also because if you get to X amount on these sales items you have free shipping and other advantages. Should be safe.

about sizing, I'm 1.73m/63kg and from Darevie I'm a M size bibs, S size jersey.. but my thighs are a bit big for my weight, so I believe you should be ok on that size, just probably short on leg length

[00Garza]

Long term review on my Spexcel cargo bibs. They chamois is garbage. Ok for shorter rides, but can't really find a comfortable spot on the saddle. Fine with my other bibs or shorts. The jersey that came with the set is actually really good though.

The LuBi bib I have is actually pretty good. Used it on long gravel rides and it works well for me.
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805126180622.html?spm=a2g0o.store_pc_groupList.8148356.9.420b14034RH7pt&pdp_npi=3%40dis%21USD%21US%20%2477.37%21US%20%2430.95%21%21%21%21%21%402103223416876149979067945e3316%2112000032590642636%21sh%21US%210&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa


Question. Anyone tried any kind of sun sleeves from Aliexpress. Don't want to have to bathe in sunblock for every ride in the summer.

[kbernstein]

I have aonijie sun sleeves. They work really well on and off the bike, they are just a little tight as I think there is just one size. Shame the color really clashes with my jerseys

[MattL]

Long term review on my Spexcel cargo bibs. They chamois is garbage. Ok for shorter rides, but can't really find a comfortable spot on the saddle. Fine with my other bibs or shorts. The jersey that came with the set is actually really good though.

The LuBi bib I have is actually pretty good. Used it on long gravel rides and it works well for me.
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805126180622.html?spm=a2g0o.store_pc_groupList.8148356.9.420b14034RH7pt&pdp_npi=3%40dis%21USD%21US%20%2477.37%21US%20%2430.95%21%21%21%21%21%402103223416876149979067945e3316%2112000032590642636%21sh%21US%210&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa


Question. Anyone tried any kind of sun sleeves from Aliexpress. Don't want to have to bathe in sunblock for every ride in the summer.

Which pair of Spexcel are you talking about?

Today i've received the Darevie jersey, for 15€ it seems pretty good, i'm 180x76kg and the XXL fits me perfectly (i don't like super tight jersey).

[TidyDinosaur]

Which pair of Spexcel are you talking about?

Today i've received the Darevie jersey, for 15€ it seems pretty good, i'm 180x76kg and the XXL fits me perfectly (i don't like super tight jersey).

I also received my Deravie jersey today. I ordered an S and it is tight (around the waist) for my 172cm/63kg. I like tight jerseys and have a problem finding something that is tight enough since I have lost weight because of the cycling...

Edit: tried to remove the text on the sleeves of the jersey with heat and with sticker remover, but it did not work I was hoping that I would be able to remove them since I find them way to tacky... So these will be for my solo rides I'm afraid...

[00Garza]

Which pair of Spexcel are you talking about?

Today i've received the Darevie jersey, for 15€ it seems pretty good, i'm 180x76kg and the XXL fits me perfectly (i don't like super tight jersey).

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/2251832693750021.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.100.4b4318023x46Xi&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa4itemAdapt

Its a well made bib. Chamois just didn't work for me at all.

[Avalius]

Anyone has a recommendation for custom team wear on Ali?

[Serge_K]

Anyone has a recommendation for custom team wear on Ali?

I'm in Europe. Years ago i got team kit done in Portugal, still wearing their stuff, can't fault the quality. carvalhocustom.com. Idk if they're still in business, the website looks dated AF. The whole kit is years later as if it were new.