REVIEW: Women's Plus Size Short Sleeve T-Shirt

Looking for a lightweight wicking t-shirt for your outdoor adventures that looks great too? Well, let our brand ambassador Claire introduce you to the Outdoor Research Women's Freewheel Short Sleeve MTB Jersey.

We asked Claire to review the t-shirt this summer. She says:

Let’s talk features!

“This design has a bike-specific fit but that didn’t stop me enjoying no seams on the top of the shoulders and extended drop tail hem while hiking. It meant my bag didn’t rub and the extra length meant when I was moving around the top wasn’t riding up and moving around. You have the added benefit of UPF 30 to protect you from the sun.”

Fit!

“I’m a 4XL in this range and whilst I could have sized down, I liked how this top fit my body. The sleeves are longer and didn’t ride up, and the body fit well without clinging, this is helped by the material being stretchy and is great for movement.”

Materials!

“This top is made from recycled polyester and has thermo-regulating technology for breathability & wicking. I can feel overly hot in synthetic fibres, but this top does definitely deliver on the promises. I’ve taken it on very hot weather hikes recently and noticed the difference immediately! I felt less clammy, sweaty and even post walk I noticed that I didn’t have to deal with being wet from sweat as the top dried out quickly. You really can tell the difference when you get a technical fabric top on your body.”

Overall impression

“Since testing this top over multiple walks I’ve been using it as my go-to top for getting outdoors, I can see me using it as a mid-layer over a baselayer in colder weather too so it’s not just a summer top.”

Check out the Freewheel Short Sleeve Jersey (more stock coming in spring 2025!)