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Old 07-06-10 | 05:49 PM
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Camilo
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Originally Posted by hurley.girl
...I was never bothered by shorts until I tried bibs. Now I notice how uncomfortable shorts really are. Bibs are superior, but I never would have known had I never tried them.
Same here. I had two pair of pretty decent shorts (LG) and then tried some Sugoi bibs. Actually I ordered three different varieties from Performance, liked the Sugoi and returned the rest (I used UNDERWEAR when trying them, don't worry). I liked the bibs so much, I resented when I had to use the shorts (I wash after every ride, therefore need at least 2-3 pair to keep a decent rotation going while I assemble a load of cycling clothes to wash).

So, having read such good reviews of Performance Ultra II and Elite bibs I bought a pair of each when performance had a weekend discount AND a buy one get one for 1/2 price. I intended to decide which I liked best and return the other and get a second pair of the one I liked best. Even though they're quite different, I ended up liking both - they are different for sure, but both work for me. I'd have to say that both are equal or better in appearance and general quality to the Sugoi even though they cost quite a bit less. Although the Sugoi are just fine, if all three are clean and ready to go, I pick the Ultra II and Elite in that order (or reverse the order if it's especially hot because the Elite are a little cooler/lighter weight).

I strongly recommend to anyone to give bibs a try, if nothing else for curiousity. And, the best way to try if you don't have a lot to try on locally is order 2-3 different pair from Performance and return the unwanted ones. The Performance brand (at least the Ultra II and Elite) are excellent and a good price.

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