Velocio Concept SE Jersey Review

Velocio knows me. I’m confident that their size medium model is my clone because every piece of kit they offer fits me perfectly. I’ll add the new Velocio Concept SE Jersey to that list. With its meshy, breathable fabric and perfect cut, it’s been one of my favorite summer jerseys.

Velocio Concept SE Jersey Features:

• Optimized race fit for all-day rides
• Aerodynamic patterning throughout
• Unique colors for 2024
• Three rear signature pockets built for stability regardless of cargo
• Fourth zippered pocket for valuables
• Low-profile collar
• Tailored fit with optimized compression
• MSRP: $199

Summer jersey perfection?

As the weather heats up, your cycling kit needs to adjust. Even early morning rides in the summer require different kit selections. Layered up with a sleeveless base layer or worn alone, the Velocio Concept SE Jersey is an impressive option for the warmest days on the bike. I started testing this one indoors on numerous Zwift sessions and have now tested it on road, gravel and MTB rides since April.

The excellent airflow I felt indoors in the face of a box fan, most certainly translated into outdoor airflow at all speeds. With a race-style cut, the Concept SE feels fantastic and looks the part on the bike. After wearing low-profile collars almost exclusively in the summer, I honestly can’t go back to a regular collar when it’s warm. Not only is it stylish, but it immediately feels cooler and allows improved airflow when unzipped.

When zipping it up, at times I do have to fiddle a little with the lower zipper garage. While the lower garage does provide additional coverage of the zipper base, I feel it’s unnecessary. However, the zipper backing Velocio utilizes depends on it being there. It’s a small trade-off for a zipper that flows up/down without pulling chest hairs. I would suggest a little longer zipper pull so it extends further beyond the upper garage for easier grabbing for those occasions when I need to unzip (which aren’t very often, due to the fantastic breathability that the Concept SE Jersey provides.

At speed, the Concept SE stays put without any bunching or flapping — even at speeds inching towards 45 mph. Though I do prefer a 360-degree silicone gripper, the grippy material wraps around my hips and the jersey always stays in place.

The rear jersey pockets utilize a more durable material, so you might wonder if it impedes breathability. In my testing, it doesn’t make my lower-back any warmer than the rest of the jersey. The truth is, I usually have so much stuffed in those pockets that I’m okay with them being a little more durable. I have found it to add spray protection when my rear tire is flipping water on my back. And, the pockets remain taut when loaded up. Velocio uses a unique pocket lid design unlike any other jerseys and it ensures items stay in place — thanks to the folded-over lid with grippy silicone.

I can easily reach into each pocket and love their “just right” placement. They carry items well and don’t require extensive reaching to access. I do appreciate the zippered pocket for a wallet or other items that need added protection. Most of all, I love that Velocio has lined it with a waterproof fabric membrane to reduce water entry. That pocket is difficult to unzip or zip when saturated during a hard ride, but it’s not something I access very often, so it’s not a big detractor.

Fit: I’m 5’11” and 175 lbs. and am wearing the size medium, which is the same size I always wear with Velocio jerseys. 

Buy Now: Available from Velocio