Originally Posted by
memebag
I see a lot of love for $200+ bib shorts. What makes them so much better than $30 Baleaf bib shorts? I bought 5 pair for $150 and they feel great. What am I missing?
You said yourself, the padding fell apart after 1000 miles.
Originally Posted by
memebag
"Baleaf Men's Pro II Gel Padded Cycling Bib Shorts" from Amazon. $30 each. The padding fell apart on one after 1,000 miles or so. They fit and I never think about them when I have them on. I can't imagine how they could be better.
Cheaper materials, cheaper production, less attention to detail/quality. Yes, they are cheap and if you only ride 1000 miles a year you don't need buy many, or you buy 5-10 and just toss them when they fall apart, vs. buying 1 or 2 quality bibs and having them for many seasons without any noticeable degrade in wear.