When did bibs get to be "standard"?
04-28-13, 06:50 AM
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When did bibs get to be "standard"?
I have been riding 30 years next month and have never worn or even thought about wearing bibs. Folks I ride with may have worn bibs during that time, but I didn't know about it. I don't see bibs much in the stores here. Sure the likely reason is the warm climate here in Houston. So imagine my surprise when I notice suddenly on the 41 it seems everyone is wearing bibs. Besides being warm, I would think they must be inconvenient re: relieving one's self of waste. Now on another thread about warm weather base layers, folks are talking about wearing bibs. In warm weather! What is up with bibs? I understand using them to keep warm on winter rides, despite that the inability to strip down when absolutely necessary is even worse because of the many upper body layers covering the straps. But why would you wear them in the summer? Educate me please.
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04-28-13, 06:52 AM
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the only drawback is they are difficult to pee in.
Other than that they are superior to shorts in every way.
Other than that they are superior to shorts in every way.
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People feel they're more comfy around the waist, that's the main reason given - more comfy.
Personally, shorts don't bother my waist. The straps digging into my shoulders bother me way more.
Hence, screw bibs for moi . . . it's a no-brainer.
Personally, shorts don't bother my waist. The straps digging into my shoulders bother me way more.
Hence, screw bibs for moi . . . it's a no-brainer.
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I bought my first pair of bibs (Castelli Body Paint) a couple months ago, and I have to say I like them. The straps don't bother me as much as I thought they would. I agree that taking a leak is a hassle. You have to take your jersey off to get the straps off your shoulders.
04-28-13, 07:12 AM
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Wear what makes you happy. No shorts for me though, I'm not riding without bibs.
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04-28-13, 07:13 AM
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I bought my first pair of bibs (Castelli Body Paint) a couple months ago, and I have to say I like them. The straps don't bother me as much as I thought they would. I agree that taking a leak is a hassle. You have to take your jersey off to get the straps off your shoulders.
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To me, bibs are hot in the summer. The plus is that you don't have to keep pulling them up and the chamois stays where it needs to be. Just pull down the front to pee.
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Whether I'm wearing shorts or bibs, I try not to pee in them.
Seriously, I find bibs to be far more comfortable than shorts in that there is no waistband to cut into my midsection while I'm riding. Perhaps if I were less "generously proportioned" at the waist it wouldn't make as much difference.
Also, I've never had to take off my jersey and lower the shoulder straps to urinate. The fabric stretches enough for me to maneuver my junk into proper position. I can't speak for anyone else on this subject.
Seriously, I find bibs to be far more comfortable than shorts in that there is no waistband to cut into my midsection while I'm riding. Perhaps if I were less "generously proportioned" at the waist it wouldn't make as much difference.
Also, I've never had to take off my jersey and lower the shoulder straps to urinate. The fabric stretches enough for me to maneuver my junk into proper position. I can't speak for anyone else on this subject.
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I tried pulling down the front without taking off the straps, but it seems like I'm stretching the fabric too much. I was afraid I'd tear it or permanently stretch it (the fabric, that is).
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Bibs aren't any warmer than shorts and they don't make it harder to pee.
Wear what you want, but if you switch to bibs, the people riding directly behind you will appreciate it.
Wear what you want, but if you switch to bibs, the people riding directly behind you will appreciate it.
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Do guys wear bibs in the hottest part of the summer with no jersey at all? Is that considered trashy? Is too much exposed? I could see that as being cooler and more comfortable than shorts and a sleeveless jersey.
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04-28-13, 07:28 AM
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I have never noticed bibs being too hot. I have never ridden in over 105 degrees though.
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I find my shorts to be perfect for rides up to 230km. No problems around tbe waisr either. They are actually a little large now. To be fair I got rid of any spare fat that was on me last summer so that may contribute.Now when the fellows downstairs.get out of position... thats uncomfortable.
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04-28-13, 07:32 AM
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Throw the stick!!!!
I'm not riding without a jersey. For one, nobody wants to see me without a shirt on. Second, I need my jersey pockets.
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I always ride in shorts. Not to say I wont try bibs though. Probably try bibs when I shave my legs 
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This is my experience as well. Shorts fit me very well and I never notice them. Bibs tend to pull up on very long rides from the straps.
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I have never-ever been bothered by a waistband on shorts. However bibs prevent butt-crack exposure ....... so I wear bibs but tuck the shoulder straps in the waist so they turn into shorts for me.
I think bibs are a corporate conspiracy to get more advertising space on the butt, requiring shorter jerseys to expose the advertising. Shorter jerseys cause butt crack and make pockets harder to reach. Lose-lose all around. Putting on my flame suit now.
I think bibs are a corporate conspiracy to get more advertising space on the butt, requiring shorter jerseys to expose the advertising. Shorter jerseys cause butt crack and make pockets harder to reach. Lose-lose all around. Putting on my flame suit now.
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i think it has something to do with this:
think girdle.
think girdle.
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With a belly, bibs are more comfy.
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