Women's Fit & Size Guide
Merlin for women riders.
Built from 30+ rider reviews across 5+ Merlin products.
Merlin sizing at a glance
Runs small
17 of 27 women riders reported it runs small.
100% of riders kept their size after buying.
Most riders size up one if they're between sizes.
Merlin sizing & how to measure
Measure yourself once, then match it to Merlin's chart on any product page. Here is exactly what to measure for each kind of Merlin gear.
Chest
Measure around the fullest part of your chest, under the armpits, keeping the measuring tape parallel to the ground.
Dress Size
What size dress do you wear?
Feet
What size shoe do you wear?
How Merlin fits women, from real riders
Shop Merlin gearWhat riders praise
- Women's-specific mesh cut keeps you looking like a rider, not an astronaut
- All D3O armor included out of the box except chest
- Comfortable ventilation praised across hot-weather rides
- Petite riders in SM report a great fit following the size chart
- True to size for most riders who match the listed measurements
- Works well for average shoulder builds without excess fabric
Watch-outs
- Runs slightly small, most reviewers rated fit Slightly Small; size up if between sizes
- One reviewer sized up and had to return the larger size, so try your true size first
- Cut more gender-neutral than women's-specific gear — wide in the shoulders for smaller builds
- Torso runs long — riders under 5'3" may find it uncomfortably low on the hips
- Slightly small overall, sizing up one is common and leads to a loose waist with tight knees and calves
- Knee armor pockets are thin and can feel like pressure points directly on the knees for some riders
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