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Review by AnonymousGreat from late Spring-to Summer-to Fall California weatherby AnonymousCycling EnthusiastCupertino, CA I'm a woman with very not skinny arms. I got the medium size and they fit great. They've kept me cool in 90�F weather, but I mostly like the sun protection without having to apply and reapply sunscreen.
Reviewed 7/14/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I'm a woman with very not skinny arms. I got the medium size and they fit great. They've kept me cool in 90�F weather, but I mostly like the sun protection without having to apply and reapply sunscreen.
Review by EricHansGreat for long, hot, high-UV days!by EricHansCompetitive RacerSan Diego / NairobiThese P.I. sun sleeves are the best I've used so far. It's no gimmick, they really do keep you cooler than skin expose to the full summer sun, and the logo is small enough to not intrude on your team kit's summer jersey sponsors.
Reviewed 8/1/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by EricHans was helpful/No, review by EricHans was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
These P.I. sun sleeves are the best I've used so far. It's no gimmick, they really do keep you cooler than skin expose to the full summer sun, and the logo is small enough to not intrude on your team kit's summer jersey sponsors.
Review by St Paul RiderGreat Investment by St Paul RiderMPLS/STPGreat purchase. (White) I use them for everything. Bicycling, driving and even playing golf. As mentioned in another review I have cyclist arms. I am 5’ 11†and I purchased the large size. They are perfect, snug fitting and nice length
Reviewed 10/18/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by St Paul Rider was helpful/No, review by St Paul Rider was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Great purchase. (White) I use them for everything. Bicycling, driving and even playing golf. As mentioned in another review I have cyclist arms. I am 5’ 11†and I purchased the large size. They are perfect, snug fitting and nice length
Review by AnklebiterGreat arm warmers for above 50by AnklebiterCompetitive RacerEugene, OregonBeen using these sleeve less for sun more for warmth on those days above 50 degrees. True to size. Good grippers
Reviewed 1/5/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anklebiter was helpful/No, review by Anklebiter was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Been using these sleeve less for sun more for warmth on those days above 50 degrees. True to size. Good grippers
Review by AnonymousPearl Izumi Sun sleevesby AnonymousThey fit well and wash well too on delicate wash cycle. Air dry.
Reviewed 8/12/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
They fit well and wash well too on delicate wash cycle. Air dry.
Review by DanimalNo sunburnby DanimalCycling EnthusiastMidwestWork GREAT,on cool mornings and HOT afternoons. Fold up nicely for jersey pocket.
Reviewed 6/20/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Danimal was helpful/No, review by Danimal was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Work GREAT,on cool mornings and HOT afternoons. Fold up nicely for jersey pocket.
Review by GDS PDXExcellent shoulder season sleevesby GDS PDXCycling EnthusiastPortland, OR7 of 7 customers found this review helpful.I use these sleeves for shoulder season riding when mornings are cool, but the end of the ride will be warm. They are not bulky like thermal sleeves, but still provide just enough wind protection to keep you comfortable for those times when a jacket is too much and a summer jersey is not enough.
Reviewed 10/26/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by GDS PDX was helpful/No, review by GDS PDX was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I use these sleeves for shoulder season riding when mornings are cool, but the end of the ride will be warm. They are not bulky like thermal sleeves, but still provide just enough wind protection to keep you comfortable for those times when a jacket is too much and a summer jersey is not enough.
Review by SF Bay Area riderSignificant improvement over the UPF50 model from 2017by SF Bay Area riderCycling EnthusiastOakland8 of 9 customers found this review helpful.I ride everyday around noon and 3p, so I'm in the sun. Last years (2017) model didn't seem to breathe that well, after a ride it felt like my arms were wrapped in plastic wrap. The 2018 model is much better, it breathe and wicks the sweat. But even after a LONG ride on a sunny day, it still feels good to get the sleeves off. As for sun protection, based on the pale skin after taking my watch off, the sun is still getting through the material, but the arms aren't really dark as compared when I rode without sleeves. I found that pulling the sleeves up the the edge of your riding shirt sleeve, keeps the arm from overheating vs. pulling up to the armpits..
Reviewed 7/26/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by SF Bay Area rider was helpful/No, review by SF Bay Area rider was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I ride everyday around noon and 3p, so I'm in the sun. Last years (2017) model didn't seem to breathe that well, after a ride it felt like my arms were wrapped in plastic wrap. The 2018 model is much better, it breathe and wicks the sweat. But even after a LONG ride on a sunny day, it still feels good to get the sleeves off. As for sun protection, based on the pale skin after taking my watch off, the sun is still getting through the material, but the arms aren't really dark as compared when I rode without sleeves. I found that pulling the sleeves up the the edge of your riding shirt sleeve, keeps the arm from overheating vs. pulling up to the armpits..
Review by DaveHaven't had a chance to try them out yet. But I have PI arm warmers and these fit exactly the same.by DaveCycling EnthusiastKansas City, MO2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.I plan to use these to help keep some sun damage off my arms without sunscreen.
Reviewed 3/8/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Dave was helpful/No, review by Dave was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I plan to use these to help keep some sun damage off my arms without sunscreen.
Review by AnonymousFits well and works as intended.by AnonymousCycling Enthusiast2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Purchased for 60 degree weather and occasional sun protectors. I like them.
Reviewed 11/16/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Purchased for 60 degree weather and occasional sun protectors. I like them.
Review by joehippoSun Sleeves do the jobby joehippoCycling EnthusiastNew Jersey2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Wanted protection from the sun and Pearl Izumi Sun Sleeves do excellent job.
Reviewed 10/31/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by joehippo was helpful/No, review by joehippo was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Wanted protection from the sun and Pearl Izumi Sun Sleeves do excellent job.
Review by AnonymousFunctional but warmby AnonymousCycling EnthusiastCentral OregonThis review is for the black sun sleeves. They keep the sun off your skin, but are warm. I like using sun sleeves in lieu of sun screen. Purchased the black ones, since the white ones are hard to keep clean. Used them on a 19 day bike tour in Sardinia. Daily temperatures were in middle to upper 80's with sunny skies. Felt they were uncomfortably hot. Stopped wearing them. Would be OK for sunny Spring or Fall weather when a little warmth is desirable , but they are much warmer than the white sun sleeves.
Reviewed 10/27/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This review is for the black sun sleeves. They keep the sun off your skin, but are warm. I like using sun sleeves in lieu of sun screen. Purchased the black ones, since the white ones are hard to keep clean. Used them on a 19 day bike tour in Sardinia. Daily temperatures were in middle to upper 80's with sunny skies. Felt they were uncomfortably hot. Stopped wearing them. Would be OK for sunny Spring or Fall weather when a little warmth is desirable , but they are much warmer than the white sun sleeves.
Review by MatthewSmart Item for Serious Ridersby MatthewCycling EnthusiastOrange County, CA1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.I have always worn sun sleeves, and only stuff them in my jersey when it gets beyond hot. For riders that spend 20 to 30-plus hours a month in the saddle, do yourself a favor and cover your arms with any brand of sun sleeve that has a good SPF rating. These Pearl Izumi sun sleeves are constructed of a nice light material that does the job. There's always a funny, thin ring of a sun tan between my gloves and the wrist-end of the sun sleeves, so I can see that they are working, and doing what I need them to do.
Not really a complaint, but the most recent pair I purchased are actually a deep-dark-blue color, and not the color black like my older P.I. sun sleeves.
Reviewed 10/10/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Matthew was helpful/No, review by Matthew was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I have always worn sun sleeves, and only stuff them in my jersey when it gets beyond hot. For riders that spend 20 to 30-plus hours a month in the saddle, do yourself a favor and cover your arms with any brand of sun sleeve that has a good SPF rating. These Pearl Izumi sun sleeves are constructed of a nice light material that does the job. There's always a funny, thin ring of a sun tan between my gloves and the wrist-end of the sun sleeves, so I can see that they are working, and doing what I need them to do.
Not really a complaint, but the most recent pair I purchased are actually a deep-dark-blue color, and not the color black like my older P.I. sun sleeves.
Review by AnonymousGood sleevesby AnonymousJust started using these. Size is correct. Better than I expected. Not hot to wear. Makes riding in the sun easier than having to reapply sunscreen. Also a good sleeve to use in cool mornings.
Reviewed 8/2/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Just started using these. Size is correct. Better than I expected. Not hot to wear. Makes riding in the sun easier than having to reapply sunscreen. Also a good sleeve to use in cool mornings.
Review by Lennythese sleeves work!by LennyCycling EnthusiastNew EnglandI needed to protect my arms from the sun better so I tried this product. They seem to help block the sun rays and my arms aren't so burnt. I would say that when temps reach the high eighties they are warm but hard to think of any cover that would not feel warm at that point.
I would recommend the sleeves.
Reviewed 7/10/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Lenny was helpful/No, review by Lenny was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I needed to protect my arms from the sun better so I tried this product. They seem to help block the sun rays and my arms aren't so burnt. I would say that when temps reach the high eighties they are warm but hard to think of any cover that would not feel warm at that point.
I would recommend the sleeves.
Review by berow001And they stay in place after you sweat a bit by berow001Saint Paul, MNMidwest heat of 90+ degrees and humidity put these sun sleeves to the test. They live up to their description of spreading the sweat through the fabric for a general cooling effect upon evaporation. They were slipping down my arm a bit at the high side but stopped sliding after I started sweating. I�m not a big fan of lotions and these sleeves are a nice alternative.
Reviewed 7/6/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by berow001 was helpful/No, review by berow001 was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Midwest heat of 90+ degrees and humidity put these sun sleeves to the test. They live up to their description of spreading the sweat through the fabric for a general cooling effect upon evaporation. They were slipping down my arm a bit at the high side but stopped sliding after I started sweating. I�m not a big fan of lotions and these sleeves are a nice alternative.
Review by GianniThese are great sun sleeves with snug fit and silicone arm grippers. by GianniCycling EnthusiastHawaii4 of 4 customers found this review helpful.My most recent pair is my third pair. I'd say they last two years before they start to get less snug but still perfectly functional. I ride in Hawaii where it is always hot and sunny so I wear these on every ride. Other brands don't use silicone arm grippers to hold them up or they are cut too large for my cyclist arms (I'm looking at you Spesh). I'm 6' 3" and I wear size large but maybe the XL would work too. I love these bright white snug arm covers.
Reviewed 7/1/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Gianni was helpful/No, review by Gianni was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
My most recent pair is my third pair. I'd say they last two years before they start to get less snug but still perfectly functional. I ride in Hawaii where it is always hot and sunny so I wear these on every ride. Other brands don't use silicone arm grippers to hold them up or they are cut too large for my cyclist arms (I'm looking at you Spesh). I'm 6' 3" and I wear size large but maybe the XL would work too. I love these bright white snug arm covers.
Review by Ciagovery well madeby CiagoDaily CommuterCarnford, NJ5 of 6 customers found this review helpful.I have many different types of arm SPF protectors, but this one has to be one of the heaviest in terms of material. Most of them are very light and do the job. The Pearl Izumi provides 50+ but you will sweat quite a bit with them at temps above 75degF. I do enjoy them for cool sunning days. They do provide minimal warmth and sun protection. I am 5'3" 130lb and find them to fit very well without any marks left on my arms after removing them.
Reviewed 5/27/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Ciago was helpful/No, review by Ciago was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I have many different types of arm SPF protectors, but this one has to be one of the heaviest in terms of material. Most of them are very light and do the job. The Pearl Izumi provides 50+ but you will sweat quite a bit with them at temps above 75degF. I do enjoy them for cool sunning days. They do provide minimal warmth and sun protection. I am 5'3" 130lb and find them to fit very well without any marks left on my arms after removing them.
Review by AnonymousGood value. Works well.by AnonymousCasual CyclistOlympia0 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Used for sun protection. A bit over priced even on sale. Still a good value.
Reviewed 7/20/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Used for sun protection. A bit over priced even on sale. Still a good value.
Review by DesertDwellerNice sunsleeveby DesertDwellerCycling EnthusiastPhoenix6 of 6 customers found this review helpful.These fit well with a left and right sleeve. They are a little on the long side, but better than too short, They are a good sunscreen and wick well. I live in the desert where it is really hot. It's true that if you get them wet they will be very cool to your skin until they dry - which is within a mile of starting a ride where I live. After that, they do wick away sweat which keeps you cooler and dry. I like that they are SPF 50 - I'd rather wear these then have a sunscreen film. That said - when it's really hot (and I mean 90+ degrees at 6am and 105+ by 10:00, I am about 60/40 wearing these - and less so on a day where the humidity is about 70%.
Reviewed 8/24/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by DesertDweller was helpful/No, review by DesertDweller was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
These fit well with a left and right sleeve. They are a little on the long side, but better than too short, They are a good sunscreen and wick well. I live in the desert where it is really hot. It's true that if you get them wet they will be very cool to your skin until they dry - which is within a mile of starting a ride where I live. After that, they do wick away sweat which keeps you cooler and dry. I like that they are SPF 50 - I'd rather wear these then have a sunscreen film. That said - when it's really hot (and I mean 90+ degrees at 6am and 105+ by 10:00, I am about 60/40 wearing these - and less so on a day where the humidity is about 70%.