Predictably in pink, but also available in an equally standard aqua colour option, Dare2b’s Zippidee is nonetheless a good looking jersey. It (along with the Kiss Ass shorts) is allocated the heading of Mountain Bike clothing by Dare2b, but in reality it shares the more generic nature of the shorts. This is a general cycling jersey, rather than being particularly specific to one style or another. Relatively speaking it’s a little pricier than the shorts, but £40 is still a reasonable and fairly standard price for a technically competent jersey with some good features.

The first thing you notice about the Zippidee – apart from the colour and the name with echoes of the Magic Roundabout- is its length. The fit is really long in the body, making it a much better choice for taller women than shorter, but it does sit happily higher up nonetheless, due to its elasticated bottom. The fabric is soft and silky, with strategically placed mesh venting zones down the sides and down the centre of the back. There are three elasticated rear pouch pockets, which are hugely deep due to the length of the jersey overall, plus a small zipped security pocket. The hem is elasticated, well shaped and features gripper tape. The neckline is an attractive shape, with a decent length of zip at the front, and there’s plenty of reflective trim all over the jersey for added visibility.

If the fit suits you (long in the body but otherwise pretty true to high street sizing and not ‘race fit’) it’s a very competent jersey. The fabric is comfortable next to your skin and wicks moisture quickly and effectively, while the ventilation panels work well to keep you cooler in hot weather or when working hard. It’s nicely featured and attractive too.

Verdict

Middle of the road price, but a well featured and capable jersey. A good option for taller women

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road.cc test report

Make and model: Dare 2b Women’s Zippidee Jersey

Size tested: Pink, size 12

Tell us what the product is for, and who it’s aimed at. What do the manufacturers say about it? How does that compare to your own feelings about it?

Nominally aimed at mountain bikers but really more of a generic cycling jersey.

Tell us some more about the technical aspects of the product?

88% polyester

12% elastane

Gripper at hem

Ventilation mesh panels under arms and at centre of back.

3 deep elasticated pockets

1 small zipped security pocket

Reflective trim

Washable at 30

Available in sizes UK8-18

Rate the product for quality of construction:
 
6/10

A few rough edges here and there but pretty well put together, and using nice quality fabric.

Rate the product for performance:
 
8/10

Comfortable to wear and performed well.

Rate the product for durability:
 
7/10

Keep it clear of velcro (snagging risk) and would prefer washable at 40 but should last well.

Rate the product for weight, if applicable:
 
6/10

Reasonably light.

Rate the product for comfort, if applicable:
 
8/10

Very comfortable. A good option for taller women too, due to length in body.

Rate the product for value:
 
7/10

Not an outstandingly good price, but about average for a well designed jersey.

Tell us how the product performed overall when used for its designed purpose

Very well.

Tell us what you particularly liked about the product

Style, venting, reflectivity, pockets

Tell us what you particularly disliked about the product

Length of body (better suited to taller women) a minor problem

Did you enjoy using the product? Yes, very much

Would you consider buying the product? Yes.

Would you recommend the product to a friend? Yes, especially taller ones.

Anything further to say about the product in conclusion?

A well featured and nicely styled jersey offering good levels of ride comfort. Better suited to taller women.

Overall rating: 7/10

About the tester

Age: 37  Height: 1.65m  Weight: 67kg

I usually ride:   My best bike is:

I’ve been riding for: 10-20 years  I ride: Most days  I would class myself as: Experienced

I regularly do the following types of riding: commuting, touring, general fitness riding, mtb,