Giordana size
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Giordana size
I did a search, but couldn't find an answer to this particular size question.
Unfortunately, I have seen different sizing charts for Giordana bibs, and depending on the chart I am either a small or a medium. I figured I would ask to see if anyone who was similarly sized could give me some feedback. I'm a hair under 5'8", hover between 138 and 141, and have a 28" waist. Should I go small or medium? These will be my first pair of bibs, so I don't have any experience with straps, but all of my shorts (Pearl Izumis) are small. However, I know that the straps throw a wrench in the works, so I wanted to make sure before buying.
Unfortunately, I have seen different sizing charts for Giordana bibs, and depending on the chart I am either a small or a medium. I figured I would ask to see if anyone who was similarly sized could give me some feedback. I'm a hair under 5'8", hover between 138 and 141, and have a 28" waist. Should I go small or medium? These will be my first pair of bibs, so I don't have any experience with straps, but all of my shorts (Pearl Izumis) are small. However, I know that the straps throw a wrench in the works, so I wanted to make sure before buying.
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Definitely go with small. I am 6 foot with a 30-33 inch (fatness varies) inseam and wear a medium in their bib-shorts, which fits me great. You may even want an XS if they make one. See if you can try some on first.
I own two pair of their Laser shorts, which have the same chamois and fit as the top of the line Formas, but are cheaper, probably due to less fancy construction. I also have a bunch of Castelli stuff and like these a lot better. They stay put and don't have those stupid scorpion stickers everywhere...
I own two pair of their Laser shorts, which have the same chamois and fit as the top of the line Formas, but are cheaper, probably due to less fancy construction. I also have a bunch of Castelli stuff and like these a lot better. They stay put and don't have those stupid scorpion stickers everywhere...
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It sounds like you'd maybe want an XS which is what I'd love to find, but can't outside of custom orders. Maybe I'm not looking hard enough.
Definitely not medium.
Definitely not medium.
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I am 6'4", 178 lbs, 32" waist. I have a Large/Large kit, and the jersey is fine for training, but too lose for racing. My new team kit is Giordana, and I ordered Large bibs and Medium jersey.
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Do the straps dig into your shoulders? I don't think I'd want the straps on my L to be any tighter.
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When not injured, I like a bit of shoulder tension. I agree though, I wouldn't want them any tighter
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I just bought some in a medium and think if anything they could do with being a little tighter. I'm 5'10" and 145 with a 29" waist (ish).
Go small.
Go small.
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Giordana Small Bibs
If you wear a small in Giordana bibs I can make you a deal on a bunch of smalls. I have smalls coming out of my ears in a couple of models.
Doug
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Doug
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