I just bought a road bike after mountain biking for years. Likewise, I finally decided to get dedicated biking shorts, which make a huge difference. It's hard to believe that I trail biked so long without a pair of bike shorts. Now that I've got my road bike, I just had to get the clothes to go along with it, and truly appreciate them. My question is, do bib shorts offer any advantages over regular bike shorts? How are jerseys worn with bib shorts, i.e. over the top part of them or under? Thanks for any advice and if there is a faq that covers this and other common question, please point the way for me.
I am an exclusive bib short rider. I like the fact that feel seamless around the waist and feel more "free" to me. Wear them under the jersey and you will forget they are there. They do not add heat--at least not for me and I would use the Assos, Castelli or other higher end bibs. I had Pearl Izumis and found them to be a poor fit for my torso.
"Paul" <[email hidden]> wrote in message news:[email hidden]...
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Hi Guys,
I just bought a road bike after mountain biking for years. Likewise, I finally decided to get dedicated biking shorts, which make a huge difference. It's hard to believe that I trail biked so long without a pair of bike shorts. Now that I've got my road bike, I just had to get the clothes to go along with it, and truly appreciate them. My question is, do bib shorts offer any advantages over regular bike shorts? How are jerseys worn with bib shorts, i.e. over the top part of them or under? Thanks for any advice and if there is a faq that covers this and other common question, please point the way for me.
It's a matter of personal preference of course. However, I do find my bib shorts to be much more comfortable than my standard shorts. You just dont have the elastic squeezing your waist line.
While it doesn't seem to be a something major, there is a tremendous amount of difference. At least for me, it's well worth the extra cost of a good pair of bib shorts.
Wow, great responses! Well, it's time to try some bibs. I thought they could theoretically be more comfortable, but there's no substitute for firsthand experience.
Thanks,
Paul
Paul said:
Hi Guys,
I just bought a road bike after mountain biking for years. Likewise, I finally decided to get dedicated biking shorts, which make a huge difference. It's hard to believe that I trail biked so long without a pair of bike shorts. Now that I've got my road bike, I just had to get the clothes to go along with it, and truly appreciate them. My question is, do bib shorts offer any advantages over regular bike shorts? How are jerseys worn with bib shorts, i.e. over the top part of them or under? Thanks for any advice and if there is a faq that covers this and other common question, please point the way for me.
"C.H. Luu" <[email hidden]> wrote in message news:[email hidden]...
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It's a matter of personal preference of course. However, I do find my bib shorts to be much more comfortable than my standard shorts. You just dont have the elastic squeezing your waist line.
While it doesn't seem to be a something major, there is a tremendous amount of difference. At least for me, it's well worth the extra cost of a good pair of bib shorts.
Claude
P.S. Wear the jersey over!
I like bibs a lot also. The only problem comes when going to the bathroom. I've taken to wearing full-zip jerseys to make it easier. How do you guys pee while wearing bibs?
I like bibs a lot also. The only problem comes when going to the bathroom. I've taken to wearing full-zip jerseys to make it easier. How do you guys pee while wearing bibs?
Pull down the front of the bibs, just like with regular shorts. This is more complicated for women.
Tue, 09 Aug 2005 20:18:19 GMT, <[email hidden]>, Paul
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My question is, do bib shorts offer any advantages over regular bike shorts? How are jerseys worn with bib shorts, i.e. over the top part of them or under?
Unless you're really long in the torso, the bibs should be more comfortable for you. Pros prefer them to waist bands. Their sole drawback is having to remove your jersey to drop your drawers.
But jerseys are _always_ worn on top of bibs. Even if it's one of those dorky sleeveless ones, wear one. Don't question that. -- zk
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Tue, 09 Aug 2005 20:18:19 GMT, <[email hidden]>, Paul
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My question is, do bib shorts offer any advantages over regular bike shorts? How are jerseys worn with bib shorts, i.e. over the top part of them or under?
Unless you're really long in the torso, the bibs should be more comfortable for you. Pros prefer them to waist bands. Their sole drawback is having to remove your jersey to drop your drawers.
But jerseys are _always_ worn on top of bibs. Even if it's one of those dorky sleeveless ones, wear one. Don't question that. -- zk
Wed, 10 Aug 2005 00:42:50 GMT, <[email hidden]>, "Gooserider"
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But jerseys are _always_ worn on top of bibs. Even if it's one of those dorky sleeveless ones, wear one. Don't question that.
Sleeveless jerseys are dorky?
They strike me as too Australian styled for anyone with taste to wear.
Maybe so, but they sure help in hot weather. Nothing like a good 17 mph air flow under your bare armpits to cool you down. You can go into the 90s, no problem.
I don't use them when it's below 80, however. I went on a 100 mile ride last summer when it was only high 70s. I was distinctly *cold* the entire time. Very strange feeling for summer.
Wow, great responses! Well, it's time to try some bibs. I thought they could theoretically be more comfortable, but there's no substitute for firsthand experience.
Thanks,
Paul
Pay attention to the "if you're long in the torso" comment--it's so true. I've worn them in the past with fair comfort if a bit heavy on the 'lift and seperation', but reaching for something above my head was enough to give myself a wedgie. Eek.
My question is, do bib shorts offer any advantages over regular bike shorts?
Some folks don't like the pinching waistband of regular shorts and they can ride down. Cheaper shorts are the worst offenders usually. This can be exacerbated if you have a bit of a beer gut, which can cause the lycra to "roll".
I like regular shorts, see my other post on the subject, but bibs can give a nice "nekkid" feeling if they fit right.
: >Sleeveless jerseys are dorky? : : They strike me as too Australian styled for anyone with taste to wear. : -- : zk
Where are you again--Canada? Come down where the weather is hot and then you'll want a sleeveless jersey.
Um, Pat I got news for you, here in Southern Ontario, the temps have been in the high 90's since June, dropping into the high 70's at night, with high humidity. Hot enough for anyone.
I wear the bib shorts for the winter months when layers are required.
Paul said:
Hi Guys,
I just bought a road bike after mountain biking for years. Likewise, I finally decided to get dedicated biking shorts, which make a huge difference. It's hard to believe that I trail biked so long without a pair of bike shorts. Now that I've got my road bike, I just had to get the clothes to go along with it, and truly appreciate them. My question is, do bib shorts offer any advantages over regular bike shorts? How are jerseys worn with bib shorts, i.e. over the top part of them or under? Thanks for any advice and if there is a faq that covers this and other common question, please point the way for me.
