APOGEE TOUAREG LONG SLEEVE JERSEY REVIEW

Last spring, I was asked to test a set of technical mountain biking apparel. At the same time, I had the pleasure of discovering and getting to know the Canadian local company Apogee Sport better. This article provides a description and my impressions of the Touareg long-sleeve jersey. But first, here's what you need to know about Apogee Sport;

ABOUT APOGEE
Apogee Sports is a Canadian manufacturing company specializing in the design and production of high-end sports apparel. Founded in 1998, Apogee has established itself as a leader in custom sports clothing for teams and sports organizations of all levels, from local clubs to Olympic champions. Apogee prides itself on local production, with modern facilities in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures, Quebec. This proximity to local customers means greater efficiency and better quality service for them.

TOUAREG LONG-SLEEVE JERSEY

The Touareg jersey is designed with their ''APOGEE Elite Fit, Nano Tech''. The Italian Apogee Nano Tech fabric ensures moisture management and breathability; it's a 100% polyester Italian fabric. Most of the jersey looks like a mesh fabric, with the exception of a strip covering the upper arms and shoulders. This makes it extremely lightweight and, most importantly, breathable.

This jersey has long, ergonomic sleeves with narrower cuffs. The fit at the cuffs allows the jersey to stay close to the body without being too tight. However, I can't really roll up my sleeves very high if I want to. That's a reflex I often have with my long-sleeve jersey when I get hot. But here, the Touareg Long Sleeve is so breathable that it's not necessary.

There's a small side pocket on the bottom right, with a YKK vislon zipper. You can store cards, gels, or bars there if you wish. It's not something I particularly use, but I know it can always be useful when you want to ride as lightly as possible.

Even though it's a long-sleeve jersey, it's ideal for sunny summer days. In addition to being super-breathable, it offers UPF 50 sun protection. Finally, I hate shirt collars that are too high. This one, on the Touareg long-sleeve jersey, is perfect. The design of their MTB collection jersey features a comfortable MTB roll-neck collar.

TO CONCLUDE
I must admit I was a little surprised by the size I had to take to be comfortable. I usually wear between two sizes, medium and large. It generally depends on the brand and size.