Why Bib over Bike Shorts?
07-25-13, 07:45 AM
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I use suspenders to keep my fall/winter novara headwind pants in place. funny how there is no bib-type product for that situation
07-25-13, 12:56 PM
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You have some mighty...errrr.....big talent there sir.
I used to have that issue with my shorts and thought about getting bibs but since losing some weight I haven't had that issue again. If anything they are a bit looser than I would like but still work. I really haven't seen a need for bibs for me, but that could always change.
You call it plumbers cleavage I refer to it as my "Ram Air intake for THEE POWERPLANT"
You call it plumbers cleavage I refer to it as my "Ram Air intake for THEE POWERPLANT"
07-25-13, 07:37 PM
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I rode for 10 or 15 years without a need for bibs. Then one day I tried them and discovered how phenomenally comfortable they are compared to regular bike shorts. Now, I honestly wouldn't wear anything else...
07-25-13, 09:14 PM
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I figure that much, goal is once I get down to my end goal weight I will "treat" myself to a new bike and get up. Going to get all Fredded out.
07-26-13, 09:54 AM
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In addition you need to develop your "butt callouses" but first and foremost is a good saddle.
I'm reminded of this because my saddle on my Jake is a TORTURE device!
07-26-13, 12:24 PM
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Somethings you just can't "unsee", even when they're simply imagined! Thanks a lot.
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And for those of us that have a less than TDF like figure they don't roll down.
07-26-13, 12:30 PM
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Uberclyde bibs at https://www.aerotechdesigns.com/top-s...l-4xl-5xl.html
07-29-13, 08:33 AM
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Why wait? Falconi Deluxe Bibshorts are only $37 at Love2Pedal.com. Use coupon code 'CLYD' for $5 off that price. They also see two pairs for $68. Lots of color options, so search around for the exact size+color that you want. If you lose weight and shrink out of them, they're cheap to replace...
