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Old 06-17-12 | 10:59 AM
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I'm having an issue with finding Jerseys that fit me. I'm 5'5 and weight 130 but I do drop to 126 frequently. I currently wear a small in all Jerseys but they are to big around my stomach. I have tried and extra small once but it was WAY to small. I weight lift on days I don't ride so my chest and arms have decent size. On a small everything is skin tight except on my stomach. However with an extra small I can barely bend over on the bike without feeling like I can't breath. I'm I just stuck with the bigger Jersey or are there brands that fit different? I wear a lot of capo gear currently.

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Old 06-17-12 | 11:45 AM
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Look for something that's race cut. You'll probably have to spend a little more, but it's the price you must pay to look awesome.
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Old 06-17-12 | 12:25 PM
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Drink Beer.....
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Old 06-17-12 | 12:38 PM
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Drink Beer.....
Sure worked for me!
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Old 06-17-12 | 01:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Jfitalia
I'm 5'5 and weight 130 but I do drop to 126 frequently.
There's your problem right there! You are too fat for this sport.


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Old 06-17-12 | 01:37 PM
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Haha man if lose any more weight I'll blow away!
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Old 06-17-12 | 06:06 PM
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Yeah, just having fun. Also, jealous.
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Old 06-17-12 | 06:08 PM
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Drink Beer.....
...or get married.
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Old 06-17-12 | 06:12 PM
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Capo always seems baggy compared to the other brands I've tried.

A castelli aero race small or med might fit nice, but they aren't cheap. You'll be able to find something if you hit up a few different shops and try on stuff.
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Try castelli or santini.
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Old 06-17-12 | 06:38 PM
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Hincapie (bigger chest, smaller waist), full zipper.
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Old 06-17-12 | 08:01 PM
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Thanks for the suggestions I'll try some if those mentioned
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