A medical professional and entrepreneur, Dr. Sanjiv Narayan is the cofounder of Topera, Inc., which was recently acquired by Abbott Laboratories. Alongside his company’s sale to Abbott, he has served as professor of medicine at Stanford University for more than a decade. In his leisure time, Dr. Sanjiv Narayan is an avid cyclist.
Picking out a good cycling jersey is more than just a question of fashion. Choosing the right fit and fabric is essential for a smooth, comfortable ride--especially long-distance cycling.
Cycling jerseys come with a number of features that make them advantageous versus a normal cotton t-shirt. Many have pockets on the back and/or sides in which to hold essentials like wallets and keys. They also often feature front zippers that allow you to control the amount of ventilation during a ride, consequently helping to regulate temperature.
As far as fabrics go, the current trend favors merino wool, which gives a smooth fit because it isn’t scratchy like normal wool, but still has features that help regulate body temperature. There are other polyester blends that help bring body sweat to the surface so it can quickly evaporate, which keeps you dry.
