I'm prone to feeling cold all the time, and winter riding is challenge. At age 80, I'm not generating the wattage to keep me warm. This jersey is a good insulator. I'm 6' tall, 155#. A size MEDIUM from Pearl fits me perfectly. Room for a base layer under it. Sleeve length and body length are ample without excess. I usually wear a wind jacket over it,so the HI VIS yellow doesn't show when it counts, but I like the color. I show up well when we stop for coffee.
The product is well made and fits true (bought Large for 6'3", 165lb rider). Previous generations of this product had zippers at the ankles, which I like because they enabled easier on/off of the tights especially when wearing heavier winter cycling socks. My first experience with the laser cut shoulder straps, so will have to see what the durability is after months of heavy use. I have successfully used previous generations of this product for years in all kinds of challenging winter conditions, including 20-55deg F and high mountain ascents/descents in the Rockies, Sierras, Alps and Dolomites.
I use PI pro bibs (medium) for longer rides (perfect fit, super comfortable) but picked up these at a good price for shorter rides and the indoor trainer. These bibs were very tight (and hard to get on) for the first few rides and, while they've softened and stretched a little, they're definitely not as supple as the pro bibs. I think they'll probably get better with use but they're still a bit restrictive (I'm 6'1' 162lbs). The chamois is decent but again not as good as the pro. Overall, the quality seems very good and for the price they're decent bibs.
These are perfect for rain and a bit of warmth.
The 2-part velcro closures in back make a perfect fit and make it easier to put on.
Size L fit both my size 43 Lake road shoes as well as my size 43.5 Sidi mountain shoes. However, I needed XL for my Shimano size 44 Shimano SH-EX300 "city" shoe that's more of a tennis shoe style.
Luckily, the XL works well for all those shoes, including the size 43 road shoes. So, don't be afraid to size up.
