Author Topic: Chinese cycling clothes  (Read 989211 times)

kbernstein

Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« Reply #795 on: August 22, 2025, 08:41:32 AM »
Long term review of a bunch of things
Dirt cheap raudax jersey: https://aliexpress.com/item/1005005901384430.html Not perfect by any means, fabric definitely feels cheap (super heavy, doesn't feel too well) but overall great construction and fit. I'm not buying them again but I don't feel scammed at all for 7 bucks
Inbike neck warmer (no link. can't find) I never ordered these. I ordered a jersey from OTC store and they didn't have it so instead of cancelling my order they sent me a neck warmer as a sorry gift and then refunded me. I still found a use for it in summer. Leaving for passes super early at 7-8°c and to not become a redneck from the sun. I was very happy to have it. Easy recommend
Inbike bibs: https://aliexpress.com/item/1005006835339018.html The pad is thin. Haven't worn it for 5+ hours yet but it was plenty comfortable for 3-4 hours several times. Great construction, has a side pocket. Very good
Rockbros half finger gloves (somehow vanished from my purchases page. i think the listing is gone): No padding but still helps a little against numb hands, and worked great against the sun. Needed more padding nonetheless
Inbike half finger gloves: https://aliexpress.com/item/1005008631728710.html Construction is maybe slightly worse, but padding helps immensely. Not much more money but worth it
Inbike full jersey: https://aliexpress.com/item/1005007260282840.html I already had an inbike long sleeve with stupid captions that I loved so I figured this one would be the same with a slightly better design. No. doesn't fit me perfectly like the other one, different material. Insanely thin. Cycling isn't about dressing modestly but this was just indecent. Letting the whole world see my hairy nipples is going too far. Only used it with an opaque first layer

Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« Reply #796 on: August 25, 2025, 09:55:59 AM »
Here is a little review of all the items I bought since the start of the year.
I am 193cm and around 90kg with a somewhat muscular upper body (at least for a cyclist).
The Rating is always in relation to the price:

INBIKE Winter Thermal Bib - XL
- https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005007723940936.html
- 33 €. Really nice and warm and fits well. Pad ist decent. But not warm enough for riding below freezing.
- 4/5

Spexcell Rsantce Winter Thermal Fleece Jersey - XL & XXL
- https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005006761702729.html
- 16 €. XXL was to big, XL fits well and is somewhat aero
- Nice and warm up to around +-5 Degrees with a baselayer
- 4.5/5

Rsantce Mesh Shirt - XXL
- https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005005991028411.html
- 4 €. Absolutely love this thing when it is coldish as it is warm and really comfortably but not baggy. But no way this helps in the heat.
- 5/5

Winter Cycling Gloves - XL
- https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005006367785448.html
- 6 €. Finger length is a bit weird. Or maybe my fingers are weird, idk. But suprisingly warm up to zero degrees.
- 4/5

Fake Maap Vest  - L
- https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005005990967495.html
- 8 €. Fits well and quite tight
- But not very practical for me as it doesnt have pockets and I rather wear a baselayer. Havent used it much.
- 3/5

RRSKIT Aero Sleeves - L/XL
- https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005008832538139.html
- 8 €. Absolute Garbage Quality. Wouldnt even keep as a gift
- 1/5

DAREVIE Aero Sleeves - XL
- https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005008798239050.html
- 12 €. Good quality and nice aero ribbons. But the seams at the elbows are a bit annoying.
- 4/5

DAREVIE Aero Overshoes - XL
- https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005007871327150.html
- 15 €. Very aero and thight fitting. "Socks" are pretty long. But so far suprisingly durable and actually quite warm.
- 5/5

DAREVIE Aero Socks
- https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005007875327625.html
- 8 €. Great aero ribbons. Best cheap aero socks I own.
- only 4.5/5 because they are not THAT much better than the 3 Euro Aero Socks.

DAREVIE Aero Bra/Baselayer
- 15 €. Quality is good and it is comfortable but I doubt it helps much undless you have extremely tight fitting sleeves.
- 3.5/5

ROCKBROS Thermal Fleece Cap
- https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005003533501719.html
- 8 €. Was skeptical but suprisingly nice to wear. Looks a bit shit, but this is probably unavoidable with a hat like that.
- 4.5/5

DAREVIE Aero Race Fit Jersey - XL & XXL
- https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005008223586609.html
- 26 € on a Discount. Nice an racy fit in XL. XXL was fine but a bit to loose.
- Aero Ribbons are ok, but not great. Havent found a good short sleeved aero jersey with nice aero ribbons compared to expensive western brands.
- 4/5 if on a discount

CHEJI Skinsuit, Size L
- https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005004436474128.html
- 40 €. My best fitting and favorite Skinsuit. Pad is nice and comfy even for long rides.
- No aero sleeves, but long and tight enough.
- 5/5 for 40 Euros

ZRSE Cycling Bib Shorts - XL
- https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005004962411304.html
- 17 €. Pad is very thick and comfy + goes really far forward as a good dick and ball-cushion. Should have bought L as XL is a bit to large.
- 4.5/5

DAREVIE Seamless Bib - 2XL
- https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005005057467316.html
- 22 €. Pretty comfortably and good looking. Pad is not the thickest.
- 4/5

YKYWBIKE  Gloves - L
- https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005005134561233.html
- 10 €. Best gloves I tried and already my third pair thanks to crashes. Tight fitting and no anoying/weird padding. Use it more for my sweaty hands than cushion.
- 4.5/5

DAREVIE  Gloves - XXL
- https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005005138943293.html
- 6 €, Good gloves for the price if you like padding, but XXL was to big for me.
- 4/5

West Biking Gloves - XL
- https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005006908134221.html
- 12 €. Not a good deal for the price, but were also a bit too big for me.
- 2/5
« Last Edit: August 26, 2025, 01:58:25 AM by AdmannSackberger »

kubackje

Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« Reply #797 on: August 25, 2025, 11:50:22 PM »
Would be good if you could clean up the links, and remove the crap after ".html".
It will still send people to the german alix, but at least it removes the bloat.

Not needed. Sends straight to app

Dlloyd15

Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« Reply #798 on: August 26, 2025, 04:24:56 PM »

Winter Cycling Gloves - XL
- https://de.aliexpress.com/item/1005006367785448.html
- 6 €. Finger length is a bit weird. Or maybe my fingers are weird, idk. But suprisingly warm up to zero degrees.
- 4/5

Are these gloves actually waterproof as well?

pushpush

Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« Reply #799 on: August 27, 2025, 12:09:33 AM »
Received this Raudaux jersey. This is what $12 buys. It -looks- nice but the fabric is like wearing a tent. Very heavy. I havent worn it on a ride but it does not feel breathable or ventilated.

If you live somewhere cold maybe it is an option?

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256806810751059.html


Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« Reply #800 on: August 27, 2025, 03:12:47 AM »
Are these gloves actually waterproof as well?

They are somewhat water-resistant, but not completely waterproof.

Greenred

Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« Reply #801 on: August 27, 2025, 08:44:05 AM »
Well no. PASMAAP are indeed GREAT jereseys BUT MAPP or PAS are definitely pas :)
I got three of the PASMAAP for my wife both short and long sleeves and she absolutely loves them ALSO they are great for small ladies (such as my wife).

Do they really print PASMAAP on the jerseys? Like the wrong name but the design 1:1 copied from maap? Reminds me of Tractor bikes haha

pushpush

Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« Reply #802 on: August 27, 2025, 09:54:57 AM »
I'm looking for some jerseys. Hoping for some help. I've been striking out but feel like surely an Alix option must exist.

Light stretchy fabric that breathes. I don't care if it has aero ribs, but I definitely don't want anything flapping in the wind.
A very minimal neck hem and this must also be stretchy so a gap doesn't open up at the back of the neck while in the drops.
Short sleeves. Not sleeveless, but closer to sleeveless than a half sleeve. If I want to cover my arms, I'll wear sun sleeves, otherwise I want to be tan.
No hem on the sleeves. A raw laser cut.
Pockets that are also stretchy and not flappy. I've seen some jerseys made of nice fabric that have cheap fabric pockets sewn to them that ruin it.
A zipper that won't break the second time I use it.
Bonus points for a zippered key/cash/card pocket, but not a requirement.

Does not matter what it looks like. I can't see my jersey while I am wearing it so it doesnt matter.

Any links to share?

raisinberry777

Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« Reply #803 on: August 30, 2025, 11:52:40 PM »
I just received one of these in a size Asian S:

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005008681761051.html

I have an 89cm chest, would describe it as a race fit. Length is good - like you I often have the issue in that XS also seems to mean Xtra Short (though I'm only 175cm), but the jersey is ideal length. The only thing I'd mark it down for is that there's no zip pocket, but otherwise, first impressions are extremely good. I would say it is slightly longer than the YKYWBike jerseys I have (but not by heaps)

While I'm on the topic, the corresponding shorts are also very impressive:

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005008683327385.html

Nice long leg length, pocket is a generous size, quality of lycra seems excellent, the only thing left to test is what the padding is like on the road. First impressions are truly excellent.

Update on these two items now that I've had some rides in them, both are great. Probably the only thing to mark the jersey down on is that there's no zip pocket, but otherwise its quickly become one of my favourite race fit budget jerseys.

The shorts are impressive too - one cargo pocket, high quality straps, good quality lycra, good grippers, nicely cut legs. Padding is fine for at least 3-4 hours but haven't tested any more yet. If you're tall, you might find the legs a bit short, but I'd say mine are good for ~175cm and below.

Two really good pieces from Rockbros, not something I really expected but sometimes you take a shot in the dark and get lucky.

Cheesecake

Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« Reply #804 on: September 02, 2025, 11:13:20 AM »
I am quite happy with my YKYWBIKE, feels awesome

Grumms

Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« Reply #805 on: September 02, 2025, 11:22:51 AM »
Update on these two items now that I've had some rides in them, both are great. Probably the only thing to mark the jersey down on is that there's no zip pocket, but otherwise its quickly become one of my favourite race fit budget jerseys.

The shorts are impressive too - one cargo pocket, high quality straps, good quality lycra, good grippers, nicely cut legs. Padding is fine for at least 3-4 hours but haven't tested any more yet. If you're tall, you might find the legs a bit short, but I'd say mine are good for ~175cm and below.

Two really good pieces from Rockbros, not something I really expected but sometimes you take a shot in the dark and get lucky.
What size have you chosen and how tall are you ? I'm surprised about the sizing guide. For table tennis jersey, I take Asia XL and I'm 183cm and 83kg. For the short, I should take 2XL, that seems wrong to me.

I bought that short : https://fr.aliexpress.com/item/1005005266133348.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.9.46305e5bsFDmXp&gatewayAdapt=glo2fra
In XL, and I'm not sure if it's fits right or is a little too big (it's my first riding short). I ordered a L size to be sure.

raisinberry777

Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« Reply #806 on: September 02, 2025, 02:44:57 PM »
What size have you chosen and how tall are you ? I'm surprised about the sizing guide. For table tennis jersey, I take Asia XL and I'm 183cm and 83kg. For the short, I should take 2XL, that seems wrong to me.

I bought that short : https://fr.aliexpress.com/item/1005005266133348.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.9.46305e5bsFDmXp&gatewayAdapt=glo2fra
In XL, and I'm not sure if it's fits right or is a little too big (it's my first riding short). I ordered a L size to be sure.

Height: 175cm
Weight: 70kg
Chest: 89cm
Waist: 77cm

Jersey size: Asia S (EU XS)
Shorts size: Asia M (EU S)

Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« Reply #807 on: September 03, 2025, 08:16:47 AM »
Any alternative to YKYWbike bibs that don't place the chamois so far back? I have two and they are perfect except for chamois placement...

Merry

Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« Reply #808 on: September 03, 2025, 01:54:10 PM »
In YKYWBike chamois pad hierarchy, I'm assuming it goes something like

Paris > Italy > Belgium? Probably will try a pair of their high end bib shorts at some point. Some listings are advertised as "Italy Padding" and rated for 7 hours, while the Paris HP seems consistently the best (and most expensive). Has anyone tried the Paris HP?

L4r3nz

Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« Reply #809 on: September 03, 2025, 06:08:28 PM »
Maap jersey. If you want a race fit go one size smaller. Long sleeves and also tight enough for skinny arms. I'm 183cm and 71kg and size s is race fit but not to tight

I just found this on AliExpress:
3Men MACP Cycling Jersey Short Sleeves High Quality Pro Breathable Bicycle Clothes Mallot Ciclismo Hombre MTB Road Bike Jersey
https://a.aliexpress.com/_EQ2pO5o