The Primal AireSpan women's knit t-shirt base layer is the perfect combination of technical fabric, feminine design and on trend colours. This is quite simply one of the nicest cycling base layers we've seen in some time. Understated practicality oozes from it, and despite the fact that it's unlikely to be on display out on the road, it's just as at home in the gym or in the spinning studio.
Its mesh composition creates a layer of warm air under your chosen cycling jersey, allowing you to moderate your core temperature. On warmer days, it works as a perfect ventilation layer, helping your jersey to wick perspiration way and leaving you feeling dryer and more comfortable.
The seamless construction of this shirt minimizes friction making it the perfect apparel for your active, everyday life. The stretchable melange fabric is lightweight and soft, while strategically placed mesh patterns provide additional ventilation when you're working up a sweat. This really is a base layer for every occassion.
- Aire Mélange fabric ~ 34% Polyester | 66% Polyamide
- Seamless woven construction
- Lightweight
- Soft touch
- Breathable
- Integrated mesh venting
- Crew neck
- No restriction of movement
Primal Size Guide
Primal are originally a US based firm and as a result they make clothing that works well for 'average' (if there is such a thing!) UK cycling body shapes.
The fit does vary somewhat between products, with some more snug than others, but by and large the size scales below should translate accurately. If you are still unsure, feel free to contact us.
Tops* & Bottoms
| VeloVixen Size | Waist | Hips | Chest | Height** |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| X-Small | 61-64cm / 24-25" | 86-89cm / 34-35" | 81-84cm / 32-33" | <157cm / <5ft 2" |
| Small | 64-69cm / 25-27" | 89-94cm / 35-37" | 84-89cm / 33-35" | 156-165cm / 5ft 1" - 5ft 5" |
| Medium | 69-74cm / 27-29" | 94-99cm / 37-39" | 89-94cm / 35-37" | 162-172cm / 5ft 4" - 5ft 8" |
| Large | 74-81cm / 29-32" | 99-107cm / 39-42" | 94-102cm / 37-40" | 170-180cm / 5ft 7" - 5ft 11" |
| X-Large | 81-89cm / 32-35" | 107-115cm / 42-45" | 102-109cm / 40-43" | >178cm / >5ft 9" |
| XX-Large | 89-94cm / 35-37" | 115-120cm / 45-47" | 109-115cm / 43-45" | >178cm / >5ft 9" |
* This includes jerseys, jackets, gilets and base layers.
** Height measurement is more directly applicable for bottom halves than top
Arm Warmers
| VeloVixen Size | Bicep Circumference | Length |
|---|---|---|
| X-Small | 19-22cm / 7.5-8.5" | 40cm / 15.5" |
| Small | 23-26cm / 9-10" | 42cm / 16.5" |
| Medium | 27-31cm / 10.5-12" | 44cm / 17.5" |
| Large | 32-36cm / 12.5-14" | 46cm / 18" |
| X-Large | 37-40cm / 14.5-15.5" | 48cm / 19" |
Measure around bicep with a measuring tape, tightening to how the warmer would feel in practice
Knee Warmers
| VeloVixen Size | Thigh | Calf | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 45-51cm / 17.5-20" | 29-34cm / 11.5-13.5" | 38cm / 15" |
| Medium | 47-56cm / 18.5-22" | 30-37cm / 12-14.5" | 41cm / 16" |
| Large | 51-61cm / 20-24" | 33-39cm / 13-15.5" | 44cm / 17.5" |
| X-Large | 56-66cm / 22-26" | 36-42cm / 14-16.5" |
48cm / 19"
|
Measure around thigh and calf with a measuring tape, tightening to how the warmer would feel in practice
Socks
| VeloVixen Size | UK Size | Euro Size |
|---|---|---|
| Small | 3.5-5 |
36-38 |
| Medium | 4-7 |
37-41 |
| Large | 8-12 | 43+ |
Gloves
| VeloVixen Size | Circumference* |
|---|---|
| Small | 18-20cm / 7-8" |
| Medium | 20-22cm / 8-8.5" |
| Large | 22-23cm / 8.5-9" |
| X-Large |
23-27cm / 9-10.5"
|
Measure around the widest part of your hand with a measuring tape.
Primal was founded in 1992 by 'real' cyclists. It's an ethos they maintain today: every employee must be a passionate and positive cyclist - but not necessarily a hugely talented one! Their primary aim is to create clothes for cyclists that not only work perfectly, but also look unique, beautiful and full of character.
Their design department is famous in the cycling world, constantly creating ambitious new looks but never allowing style to overwhelm substance. Whilst they are amongst the biggest cycling clothing companies in the world, they stand out by remaining human, approachable and flexible. They go out of their way to avoid becoming a corporate behemoth focused on 'peddling not pedalling'. It's a great approach.
Their Global Headquarters is in Denver, Colorado (lucky them!), but they have been growing within Europe for several years now, and their UK team is fully focused on what is a new market for them. We are hoping to grow with them.
Standard UK delivery is usually 2-3 working days. We use Royal Mail's Tracked 48 service - you will receive a tracking code with your order.
Next Day Delivery (guaranteed by 12pm with Royal Mail) is available on some products when ordered before 1pm. This option will be shown next to the specific product when available.
If your particular size is not shown, feel free to contact us by email at contact@velovixen.com. Please note some deliveries may take longer if we need to order a product in.
For details on how to return products, click here.
Description
The Primal AireSpan women's knit t-shirt base layer is the perfect combination of technical fabric, feminine design and on trend colours. This is quite simply one of the nicest cycling base layers we've seen in some time. Understated practicality oozes from it, and despite the fact that it's unlikely to be on display out on the road, it's just as at home in the gym or in the spinning studio.
Its mesh composition creates a layer of warm air under your chosen cycling jersey, allowing you to moderate your core temperature. On warmer days, it works as a perfect ventilation layer, helping your jersey to wick perspiration way and leaving you feeling dryer and more comfortable.
The seamless construction of this shirt minimizes friction making it the perfect apparel for your active, everyday life. The stretchable melange fabric is lightweight and soft, while strategically placed mesh patterns provide additional ventilation when you're working up a sweat. This really is a base layer for every occassion.
Tech Spec
- Aire Mélange fabric ~ 34% Polyester | 66% Polyamide
- Seamless woven construction
- Lightweight
- Soft touch
- Breathable
- Integrated mesh venting
- Crew neck
- No restriction of movement
Size Guide
Primal Size Guide
Primal are originally a US based firm and as a result they make clothing that works well for 'average' (if there is such a thing!) UK cycling body shapes.
The fit does vary somewhat between products, with some more snug than others, but by and large the size scales below should translate accurately. If you are still unsure, feel free to contact us.
Tops* & Bottoms
| VeloVixen Size | Waist | Hips | Chest | Height** |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| X-Small | 61-64cm / 24-25" | 86-89cm / 34-35" | 81-84cm / 32-33" | <157cm / <5ft 2" |
| Small | 64-69cm / 25-27" | 89-94cm / 35-37" | 84-89cm / 33-35" | 156-165cm / 5ft 1" - 5ft 5" |
| Medium | 69-74cm / 27-29" | 94-99cm / 37-39" | 89-94cm / 35-37" | 162-172cm / 5ft 4" - 5ft 8" |
| Large | 74-81cm / 29-32" | 99-107cm / 39-42" | 94-102cm / 37-40" | 170-180cm / 5ft 7" - 5ft 11" |
| X-Large | 81-89cm / 32-35" | 107-115cm / 42-45" | 102-109cm / 40-43" | >178cm / >5ft 9" |
| XX-Large | 89-94cm / 35-37" | 115-120cm / 45-47" | 109-115cm / 43-45" | >178cm / >5ft 9" |
* This includes jerseys, jackets, gilets and base layers.
** Height measurement is more directly applicable for bottom halves than top
Arm Warmers
| VeloVixen Size | Bicep Circumference | Length |
|---|---|---|
| X-Small | 19-22cm / 7.5-8.5" | 40cm / 15.5" |
| Small | 23-26cm / 9-10" | 42cm / 16.5" |
| Medium | 27-31cm / 10.5-12" | 44cm / 17.5" |
| Large | 32-36cm / 12.5-14" | 46cm / 18" |
| X-Large | 37-40cm / 14.5-15.5" | 48cm / 19" |
Measure around bicep with a measuring tape, tightening to how the warmer would feel in practice
Knee Warmers
| VeloVixen Size | Thigh | Calf | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 45-51cm / 17.5-20" | 29-34cm / 11.5-13.5" | 38cm / 15" |
| Medium | 47-56cm / 18.5-22" | 30-37cm / 12-14.5" | 41cm / 16" |
| Large | 51-61cm / 20-24" | 33-39cm / 13-15.5" | 44cm / 17.5" |
| X-Large | 56-66cm / 22-26" | 36-42cm / 14-16.5" |
48cm / 19"
|
Measure around thigh and calf with a measuring tape, tightening to how the warmer would feel in practice
Socks
| VeloVixen Size | UK Size | Euro Size |
|---|---|---|
| Small | 3.5-5 |
36-38 |
| Medium | 4-7 |
37-41 |
| Large | 8-12 | 43+ |
Gloves
| VeloVixen Size | Circumference* |
|---|---|
| Small | 18-20cm / 7-8" |
| Medium | 20-22cm / 8-8.5" |
| Large | 22-23cm / 8.5-9" |
| X-Large |
23-27cm / 9-10.5"
|
Measure around the widest part of your hand with a measuring tape.
Who's Behind It
Primal was founded in 1992 by 'real' cyclists. It's an ethos they maintain today: every employee must be a passionate and positive cyclist - but not necessarily a hugely talented one! Their primary aim is to create clothes for cyclists that not only work perfectly, but also look unique, beautiful and full of character.
Their design department is famous in the cycling world, constantly creating ambitious new looks but never allowing style to overwhelm substance. Whilst they are amongst the biggest cycling clothing companies in the world, they stand out by remaining human, approachable and flexible. They go out of their way to avoid becoming a corporate behemoth focused on 'peddling not pedalling'. It's a great approach.
Their Global Headquarters is in Denver, Colorado (lucky them!), but they have been growing within Europe for several years now, and their UK team is fully focused on what is a new market for them. We are hoping to grow with them.
Delivery & Returns
Standard UK delivery is usually 2-3 working days. We use Royal Mail's Tracked 48 service - you will receive a tracking code with your order.
Next Day Delivery (guaranteed by 12pm with Royal Mail) is available on some products when ordered before 1pm. This option will be shown next to the specific product when available.
If your particular size is not shown, feel free to contact us by email at contact@velovixen.com. Please note some deliveries may take longer if we need to order a product in.
For details on how to return products, click here.