Quick initial impression of the Walz s/s merino jersey...
First, I'm impressed with how quickly I received it. Website says 'made to order' and expect a 7-day lead time. They must keep some in stock as it was only a few days from order to receipt.
Nicely made, and a very light weight (which is what I was looking for). Not 'race' fit- a little looser, though not 'flapping' loose. The elastic at the waist is pretty tight- without anything in the rear pockets it causes the jersey to ride up a bit. But put a snack, different glasses, bandana etc in the pockets and it all stays in place.
It was 67 and foggy when I went out this AM, started with the l/s Oregon Cyclewear jersey, but about 10 miles into my ride I put on the Walz. It was probably 70 by then, and over 40+ miles cleared up and became a sunny 80. Humidity level was pretty much at 'disgusting' from the start. I was comfortable the whole ride. Sweaty on the hills, but the sweat wicked away and (more or less) dried on the descents/straightaways). Soaked when I got home, but my last 1/2mi & long driveway is a steep climb and I'm pretty much always soaked at the end of that. And did I mention the humidity level was at 'disgusting'....(feels like it's been there for weeks now....). Will be interesting to see how the thin fabric holds up, but I'm pleased with the Walz at the moment.