dhb Chevron Air jersey

The Chevron Air is dhb's new top-performance summer jersey and it boasts some neat features and high-quality touches.

It is made from a fabric that's 89% nylon and 11% elastane. It's pretty lightweight and very stretchy so although the cut is slim, I didn't find it at all restrictive. I thought the sizing about what I'd expect but I've heard other people say they've found this jersey small so check dhb's size chart before you order. Bear in mind that it's a form fit; it's supposed to sit close to your body without much to spare. Other jerseys in the dhb range, like the £44.99 Trace, are more relaxed.

I wouldn't say the main fabric is any more or less effective at wicking sweat away from your body than most others out there but the panels underneath the arms and along the centre of the back are mesh so they add a little extra ventilation, and the full-length zip allows you to let as much air in the front as you like. That zip is made by YKK so chances are that it'll stand the test of time - it's certainly going strong so far - and the lock-down puller stays exactly where you want it.

The neck isn't as high as you'll find on most winter jerseys, which makes sense for summer riding, and I found it close-fitting enough to keep out the draughts on cooler evening rides. I also found the arms snug too; not tight, but there's no flapping either, which is what you want in a jersey of this kind. Down at the bottom, the hem is elasticated so it fits closely and the silicone gripper does a fine job of holding it in place.

The pockets in the lower back are nice and deep; they're... give me a minute... 18cm from top to bottom, so there's plenty of room for your mini pump, spare tube and so on. The two on the sides are of the normal open-topped variety with an elasticated binding around the upper edge to help keep everything in, while the middle one has a flap. This does mean you can't put anything too tall in there - like a rolled up waterproof, say - but the benefit is that it's a bit more secure; nothing is going to fall out. The same is true of the extra zipped compartment on the right pocket that's handy for keeping your mobile or keys safe.

Downsides? I guess flat seams might be a little more comfortable on something as tight fitting as this - not that these seams are particularly intrusive. Apart from that, there's really nothing to moan about here, so I won't.

Available in both black and red. Although the list price is £59.99, this jersey costs £53.99 at the moment.

Verdict

High-end jersey with good features at a mid-level price