The base layer is a polyester weave, using different weights in different places. Across the front and down the arms it's a tighter knit, whereas in the armpits and across the back there are sections of looser weave to help with temperature management. Overall it's a fairly heavy base layer, though: this is one for autumn and onwards.
It's a very comfortable top. It's not quite seamless, as Funkier claims, but the few seams it does have certainly aren't intrusive. There's plenty of length in the body and the arms for full coverage on the bike.
When you're working hard and wearing some heavier outer layers the JS-640-L can get a bit damp, but considering its weight it dries out pretty quickly. If you're wearing it under something like a softshell that breathes well, it's rarely an issue; it's only when you're fully layered up with a proper waterproof that it begins to struggle, and it's not alone there.
Basically, you want a winter base layer to be warm and comfortable, and the Funkier ticks both those boxes. At £39.99 it's not exactly cheap, but it does put in a good performance and for that reason it's easy to recommend.
road.cc test report
Make and model: Funkier JS-640-L Winter L/S Thermal Base Layer
Size tested: Large - XXL, Grey
Tell us some more about the technical aspects of the product?
Seamless under jersey base layer
Smart Dry technology
Perspiration is wicked away
Keeps body dry and retains heat
Ergonomic structure applied where perspiration is intense
Lightweight
Super soft touch
Available in black/grey
Rate the product for quality of construction:
8/10
Rate the product for performance:
8/10
Rate the product for durability:
8/10
Rate the product for weight, if applicable:
8/10
Rate the product for comfort, if applicable:
8/10
Rate the product for value:
7/10
Tell us how the product performed overall when used for its designed purpose
Very well. A good quality base layer for colder weather.
Tell us what you particularly liked about the product
Comfortable, warm, wicks well for its weight.
Tell us what you particularly disliked about the product
Nothing really.
Did you enjoy using the product? Yes
Would you consider buying the product? Yes
Would you recommend the product to a friend? Yes
Age: 43 Height: 189cm Weight: 92kg
I usually ride: whatever I'm testing... My best bike is: Kinesis Tripster ATR, Kinesis Aithein
I've been riding for: Over 20 years I ride: Every day I would class myself as: Experienced
I regularly do the following types of riding: road racing, time trialling, cyclo-cross, commuting, club rides, sportives, general fitness riding, fixed/singlespeed, mountain biking, Mountain Bike Bog Snorkelling, track
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