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Dakine Rail jersey


SOMETIMES YOU JUST want simplicity. The Rail is very much of its type – a casual bike T-shirt made from a performance fabric – but it does the job well.

The body is made from wicking mesh, with lighter-weight inserts under the arms and down the sides where you need to create extra airflow. The cut is relaxed and there’s the usual lens cloth tucked neatly into the side seam. It also has a taped neck seam and feels well made overall.

The price is very good for the specification and it obeys the rule that if you’re going to keep it simple, you need to make it well. Early wash and wear signs are good too, and it looks as good down the pub with jeans as it does with your favourite bike shorts.

PRICE 38$





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