Giordana Corsa Bib Shorts

Pickep up a pair when they went on sale at Competitive Cyclist. Great bibs; the fit is not very good off the bike but once you get on the bike, everything falls right into place. They also remain comfortable over the long haul.

DZ Nutz Chamois Cream

I had never used chamois creme prior to these, but this one works as advertised. I did a back-to-back on consecutive days with the same pair of bibs; the ride using the creme was more comfortable as the creme reduced friction significantly. Pricey, but highly recommended.

Selle Royal Respiro "Athletic" Saddle

I picked up this saddle recently to try to see if a wider saddle would work better for me. It was cheap and it is very heavy (365g claimed, 417g actual), but it is also supremely comfortable. I actually like it so much that I think I will keep it on the bike despite the heft. It replaced a Specialized Toupe, and added about a half pound to the bike. But saddle is somewhere I will not make compromises anymore.