Originally Posted by
Stormsedge
I had a set of tights (Performance, I think) with a thicker, windproof material in the front, crotch and front of the legs...and they finally expired when the materials in the front separated and turned into an unmanageable wad of stretch fabric. I'm not complaining as I had them more than twenty years...my question--does anyone have a recommendation or a favorite among what is now available for a similar garment? I see several on the internet at all price ranges, but wonder at their fit (I'm borderline Clyde) and durability. What are your favorites and how do they fit? My other option is to just get a set of nylon windpants and wear the tights I already have underneath. Thoughts? Thanks in advance.
I have great tights from Garneau and Gore. Windproof in front and just enough brushed pile on the inside to be comfortable and add some insulation. Pro tip- get cycling tights as opposed to running tights. The cycling tights are shaped in the knee, and they fit better through your pedal stroke.
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#2 - get tights with no chamois and wear them over your bibs. You don't have to wash them as often, and you get a double layer from your waist to your knees.
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