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My kit from "GD Cycling Jersey" arrived last week while I was away (I ordered these: https://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/AOSTER-2018-Cycling-Jerseys-Keep-Dry-Mesh-high-quality-Cycling-Clothing-Mountain-Road-MTB-Bike-Bicycle/2885060_32845990345.html?spm=2114.12010615/itm2home-3.8148356.61.257e6c196Rc0qd and https://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/AOSTER-Cycling-Bib-Shorts-Ropa-Ciclismo-Moisture-Wicking-Shock-high-quality-Stitching-Italy-rubber-band-Proof/2885060_32844258494.html?spm=2114.12010615/itm2home-3.8148356.37.257e3ec93PcU7H)
The shorts are a bit of a strange fit. I wear a small in Rapha, Cafe du Cycliste etc, and so ordered a small. However the bib straps are too tight on the knock-off ones and have very little stretch. Similar issue with the leg grippers, which seem to be made of a much less stretchy material than most shorts. The pad is pretty rubbish - full of all sorts of little contours that put pressure where it shouldn't be. So overall a bit of a write off.
The jersey is a bit better. The cut is reasonably tight if not as close as modern jerseys. Fabric is lovely and breathable and the sleeves are not baggy. However the hem gripper is too short and as a result the jersey tends to ride up towards the belly button while riding.
Overall it's a 4/10, which is a shame, but you pays your money you takes your chances. At least there was no customs duty on the way in