what are the best shorts available?

skiver1

What are the best shorts available....not particularly worried about cost.

C3PO

I'm going to say Assos bibs but lots are going to disagree with me!

torydiver

C3PO wrote: »

I'm going to say Assos bibs but lots are going to disagree with me!

I wont disagree,
Yes, a bit pricier than most bibshorts,
But, for a few extra euros, definitely worth it for longer days in the saddle,
Have Santini and Adiddas bib shorts, both great products
But always find myself reaching for the Assos especially for longer rides.....

johnk123

Assos have an outlet website that a friend of my dad's has used many times and swears by it. Kit is a few 'seasons' old but I suppose any reduction in price is good. Haven't tried Assos yet, thinking about treating myself to a set soon enough though!

Gipo3

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moby2101

Castelli body paint...

They're bloody expensive but they are without doubt the most comfortable and best fitting shorts I've ever owned.

Rapha bibshorts with the Cytech pad are a close second.

patrick151

Gipo3 wrote: »

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I think the emotional cost is too high.... unless paired with this


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patrick151 wrote: »

Gipo3 wrote: »

these



:pac:

I think the emotional cost is too high.... unless paired with this


:P

Gonna hijack thread for a moment...

Any recommendations for somewhere in Dublin to buy / try on cycling shorts? For a newbie like myself, looking to buy my first pair =D.

colm_gti

I bought a pair of LOOK bibshorts in cycle superstore over the weekend, liked them so much I just ordered another pair online

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colm_gti wrote: »

I bought a pair of LOOK bibshorts in cycle superstore over the weekend, liked them so much I just ordered another pair online

Where did you buy them online?? Also what are sizing like - how does S M and L translate to waist size?

n900guy

skiver1 wrote: »

What are the best shorts available....not particularly worried about cost.

I use Assos which are pricey but very well made and last a long time if you take care of them (i.e., wash them properly after use using the white stringy bag they supply). . Their winter gear is probably better relatively than the summer gear but the design and fit is super really. I used their online measurement references and they are spot on for the bibs, jerseys and jackets.

el tel

ROK ON

Santini
Etxeondo
Panache
Squadra
Rapha
Campag

in that order.

bogmanfan

Are the Assos as good as they say?
These look like good value: http://www.rosebikes.co.uk/article/assos-bib-shorts-t-fiuno-s5/aid:240357

edit: just realised prices are in sterling. D'oh!

ryan_sherlock

Big fan of the Specialized BG RBX Bib Shorts - http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCEqProduct.jsp?spid=65229

They last really well and the chamois stays good. With shorts, you get what you pay for - when I started out I bough shorts that were < €50... Wouldn't touch them now. Assos is always a good bet.

Needabike

Club Bib shorts from these guys

provisionclothing.co.uk

Seve OB

C3PO wrote: »

I'm going to say Assos bibs but lots are going to disagree with me!

may i ask why?
do you get better padding or something with these? i presume all reputable shorts are made of high quailty material anyway.

also, i dont understand bibshorts..... why? and what is wrong with normal shorts?

C3PO

stevieob wrote: »

may i ask why?
do you get better padding or something with these? i presume all reputable shorts are made of high quailty material anyway.

also, i dont understand bibshorts..... why? and what is wrong with normal shorts?

I just personally find Assos bibs very comfortable - I have shorts, 3/4s and tights and they all fit really well and stay comfortable on long rides! I also really like the finish of Assos products and they last for ever if taken care of!

While there is (plenty of) room for debate regarding brand I think most people would agree that bibs are better than shorts - they are more comfortable and stay where they are supposed to!

michael196

stevieob wrote: »

may i ask why?
do you get better padding or something with these? i presume all reputable shorts are made of high quailty material anyway.

also, i dont understand bibshorts..... why? and what is wrong with normal shorts?

I wore short shorts for a few years and began to develop arthritis in the lower back due to sweat accumulation at the base of the t shirt underneath dryinging into the skin.

tooks months for GP's to figure out waht the problem was and kept treating for a kidney infection for months .

doc was a cyclist and recommended a change to full bib shorts and the back pain went away and never came back.


ever see lads with short shorts and their lower back exposed to cooling air.........

Roger Hassenforder

michael196 wrote: »

stevieob wrote: »

may i ask why?
do you get better padding or something with these? i presume all reputable shorts are made of high quailty material anyway.

also, i dont understand bibshorts..... why? and what is wrong with normal shorts?

I wore short shorts for a few years and began to develop arthritis in the lower back due to sweat accumulation at the base of the t shirt underneath dryinging into the skin.

tooks months for GP's to figure out waht the problem was and kept treating for a kidney infection for months .

doc was a cyclist and recommended a change to full bib shorts and the back pain went away and never came back.


ever see lads with short shorts and their lower back exposed to cooling air.........

And they hold ones guts in a bit better.
Anyone have Sugoi bib shorts? Like the look of them on wiggle.