Originally Posted by
GFish
... I think shorts are good for people with a flat stomach and slender build. ..
yabbut.... pros use bibs too. And none of them have a fat gut and love handles like me.
Originally Posted by
John_V
I have tried several pairs of bibs and found out that bibs are not made for everyone. If you happen to be like me and are unfortunate to have a short torso, you will hate bibs. Every pair I've tried in my size end up being too loose in the shoulders and the bottoms slide down which defeats the purpose of the bibs. Going to the next smaller size, the bottoms are often too tight and the shoulder straps too short. However, if you have a normal sized torso, enjoy your bibs as I hear they are great.
Why not just take a needle and thread and shorten the straps? (or have your local dry cleaner alter them for $5).
Also, does this happen when you're in the cycling position too? I ask because I've got a relatively short torso (5' 7.75" tall and 32.5" inseam) and I love me some bibs. I've never had any that actually slip out of place while I'm riding even if they're a little loose in the straps when I put them on. I have 5 pair, all different brands, all fit a little differently, and I do prefer the fit and chamois of some over others, but all stay in place while I'm riding.... and all are preferable to even the best shorts I used to ride in.