Pearl Izumi Transfer Wool base layer review

The long sleeved Pearl Izumi Transfer wool base layer is a great option for cold weather rides, being warm, breathable and very comfortable

Pearl Izumi Transfer base layer

Cycling Weekly Verdict

A great base layer that does everything you want. Warm, comfortable, good fit, wicks sweat, breathes and doesn't get super smelly. The thumb loops should be on all long sleeved base layers!

Reasons to buy
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    Thumb loops

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    Great fit

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    Anti odour

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    Comfortable

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    Great wicking

Reasons to avoid
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    None

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A decent base layer is an essential item in your winter cycling wardrobe, if you want to maximise comfort. Having tested a wide selection over the last month, ranging from B'Twin to Rapha, the stand out performer has been this, the Pearl Izumi Transfer Wool base layer.

The Thumb loops on the Pearl Izumi Transfer base layer cuffs are brilliant

The Thumb loops on the Pearl Izumi Transfer base layer cuffs are brilliant

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Oliver Bridgewood - no, Doctor Oliver Bridgewood - is a PhD Chemist who discovered a love of cycling. He enjoys racing time trials, hill climbs, road races and criteriums. During his time at Cycling Weekly, he worked predominantly within the tech team, also utilising his science background to produce insightful fitness articles, before moving to an entirely video-focused role heading up the Cycling Weekly YouTube channel, where his feature-length documentary 'Project 49' was his crowning glory.