There is no need to introduce the Italian brand Satiny, specialized in cycling clothing since 1965. The brand has become the official supplier of the UCI, Guiro and Lotto NL-Jumbo jerseys.
On test this time, aerodynamic performance. The Sleek 2.0 jersey and the Boil Aero shorts by reflective material are therefore clearly designed for performance conscious cyclists who are constantly looking for the least possible gain to drive faster.
Available in black / red or black / yellow for under 85 €, this jersey adopts a cut resolutely very close to the body.
The front part is made of Aortic fabric, a material that is both lightweight and breathable and offers great elasticity for a cut very close to the body.
The back part is made of fabric, a micro Lycia for maximum elasticity and perfect freedom of movement.
There are anti-slip strips on the arms and a wide non-slip band at the waist. The goal is of course to keep the jersey perfectly in place, whatever the position. The rear is low enough. The cut and design are elegant. The contrast brought by the fluorescent yellow and the black adds a little security. As always with the aero jerseys, the collar does not rise very high and remains at the neck.
In the back, there are 3 large pockets, deep, but with the access necessarily high enough, plus a fourth central zipped pocket. At the top of the pockets, a reflective fabric edge for safety. Also available in red or yellow, the Boil Aero shorts are available for € 135 and perfectly complement the sleek jersey, thanks to its color and aerodynamic properties. It is made from Newport Lycra (78% polyamide, 22% eglantine) elastic and compressive to reduce muscle fatigue.
It features non-slip elastic bands in Lycia at the bottom of the thighs and features light and elastic shoulder straps with breathable mesh inserts to the back.
But the most important part for a short is undoubtedly its chamois (insert).
For this Boil Aero, Satiny chose the insert MIG3 in gel with multiple densities. The central part of the insert has an innovative structure made of knitted fabric to which is applied a density of shock-proof silicone gel with multiple density, to make this "skin" lighter and extremely breathable. The new, lower thickness is made from soft microfiber for excellent comfort and a perfect protection of the area in contact with the saddle.
Two foam layers improve the shock-absorbing properties of the insert. The superior thickness, made from soft microfiber with antibacterial treatment, the central channel in the area of the perineum and the cavities of the superior thickness offer an excellent fit and a total freedom of movement to protect your frictions and Irritations.
These short gloves Gel Mania are equipped with an anti-shock padding and a non-slip and anti-abrasion palm made with small dots of silicone. The breathable mesh panels on the back of the hand, non-slip grip on the wrist and a terry-cloth antiperspirant tape on the thumb complete these gloves.
On the road
Inevitably, when we put on an aero outfit, it is better to be slim. Which is not especially the case of your servant, but it goes, it passes nevertheless. With 1.78m for 72kg and reflective vest in size L, it goes perfectly, but for sure, it will not take more than 2kg :-)
Beyond this consideration weight, the outfit is really nice to wear. The shorts fit perfectly in place once adjusted and form no creases, guaranteeing comfort over long distances. The skin is comfortable and will allow considering long exits without any problem. Side length, nothing wrong, it remains in the usual standards.
On the side of the jersey, there too, it is very comfortable. It remains much ventilated with mesh panels on the sides and panels.