dhb Aeron 2.0 Short Sleeve Jersey review

A smooth-feeling jersey that falls short of dhb's 'streamlined' claims

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By Matt Baird

Published: August 11, 2023 at 12:00 pm

The Aeron 2.0 Jersey is from dhb’s higher level of cycling clothing (the Aeron Lab range is the premium collection), which manages to retain mid-level pricing despite some top-end features.

These qualities are on show in the Aeron 2.0 Jersey, although it doesn’t live up to all of the brand’s claims.

It features laser-cut arm sleeves and a silky blend of recycled polyester and elastane materials, but overall the jersey misses the mark.

The three large rear pockets are capable of stashing plenty of snacks and there’s a zipped compartment that can accommodate a smart phone. However, I’d prefer a larger zipper head for using it on the move.

The elasticated waist hem with silicone grippers extends the full circumference of the jersey and will be familiar to many, keeping the jersey securely in place when out of the saddle or down on the drops.

There’s an array of sizes, from XS to 3XL, and eight colourways, with the Teal on test standing out.

The Aeron 2.0’s fit is especially loose around the arms, which may open this up to a broader array of riders. It’s certainly floatier than the ‘steamlined’ fit dhb touts.

The top comes up quite short in the body, and there’s also no zipper garage. The latter is an inexcusable omission in my book and something that resulted in some chest rubbing on a full-day ride.

Ventilation is adequate due to the mesh areas under the arms, but there are more breathable cycling jerseys available.

That said, the materials are soft and smooth on the skin, and the impressive internal construction meant there was rarely any chafing.

The dhb Aeron 2.0 Jersey has some top-end features in its sleeves and recycled fabrics, but it’s missing a zipper garage.

Perhaps fundamentally for some, it doesn’t have the ‘streamlined’ fit that’s promised.

Editor of Cycling Plus magazine

Former 220 features editor, Matt, is now editor of Cycling Plus magazine. During his 13 years on 220 Triathlon, he raced everything from super-sprint to Ironman, duathlons and off-road triathlons, and is the author of 'Triathlon!' from Aurum Press