What is the benefit of a bib?
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What is the benefit of a bib?
Ok I have never worn a bib and have always worn just the bike shorts. But I see ppl wanting them or saying the like them. But why? What makes them so much more desirable then just the short?
Thanks for any help.
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They're more comfortable. Period. Well most the time. No scratch that, all the time. Especially if you're a bit more in the Clyde ballpark. With shorts my stomach was getting cut into by the waistband, with bibs its not a problem. Costwise, they seem to be just 10-15 bucks more than shorts.
Since I'm on my way down the scale, I didn't want to spend a lot on large bibs only to ungrow them (that's the opposite of 'outgrow' right? ) so I ordered from loves2pedal.com (via ebay) and got two pair for $60. They're not the highest quality, but they work well, and I can save my $$ for xl and not xxl (or xxxl).
Try a pair. You'll like them.
Since I'm on my way down the scale, I didn't want to spend a lot on large bibs only to ungrow them (that's the opposite of 'outgrow' right? ) so I ordered from loves2pedal.com (via ebay) and got two pair for $60. They're not the highest quality, but they work well, and I can save my $$ for xl and not xxl (or xxxl).
Try a pair. You'll like them.
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Although my journey into cycling started as a clyde (215lbs) It was brief (185lbs now)
I worship at the temple of bib shorts. Bib shorts don't have an elastic to cut into your waist. More importantly, the chamois stays exactly where you need it, no sagging wastebands, or beer guts spilling over bands.
I bought my first pair while I was on tour, and proceeded to wear them nearly every darn chance I got.
I worship at the temple of bib shorts. Bib shorts don't have an elastic to cut into your waist. More importantly, the chamois stays exactly where you need it, no sagging wastebands, or beer guts spilling over bands.
I bought my first pair while I was on tour, and proceeded to wear them nearly every darn chance I got.
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They're more comfortable. Period. Well most the time. No scratch that, all the time. Especially if you're a bit more in the Clyde ballpark. With shorts my stomach was getting cut into by the waistband, with bibs its not a problem. Costwise, they seem to be just 10-15 bucks more than shorts.
Since I'm on my way down the scale, I didn't want to spend a lot on large bibs only to ungrow them (that's the opposite of 'outgrow' right? ) so I ordered from loves2pedal.com (via ebay) and got two pair for $60. They're not the highest quality, but they work well, and I can save my $$ for xl and not xxl (or xxxl).
Try a pair. You'll like them.
Since I'm on my way down the scale, I didn't want to spend a lot on large bibs only to ungrow them (that's the opposite of 'outgrow' right? ) so I ordered from loves2pedal.com (via ebay) and got two pair for $60. They're not the highest quality, but they work well, and I can save my $$ for xl and not xxl (or xxxl).
Try a pair. You'll like them.
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That is the reason I bought Pearl Izumi. I read posts on here about using this place or that place because they were cheap and had clyde sizes. Well, I bought a cheap pair there, and their quality is terrible and the chamois was worthless. I may try other brands, but I won't buy cheap (aerotechdesigns) from on-line places, name brands with good quality on-line will happen.
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Thanks for the replies, I think I will stick w/ my shorts for the time being but might get a bib in the future when I need to replace a pair.
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When I went to bibs, I discovered a whole new level of comfort. Just my 2 cents.
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Like I said, since I'm on my way down in weight (-70lbs in the past year) I didn't want to dump a lot of cash into bibs I wouldn't be wearing long. For the $30 ea. I've been more than pleased.
Just my $ .02
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They Also Keep Ya From Mooning The Folks You Pass.
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Bibs are the only way to go imho. I have a pair of Spinks and just picked up one from Love2Pedal on E-bay. The ones from Love2Pedal are thinner but the padding is very similar. Spend a bit more and you'll be happy.
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I used to wonder the exact same thing. People talked about bike shorts rolling down on you, and I never noticed that. I finally broke down and got a pair of bibs one day and yes, they are much more comfortable. Now I notice my shorts rolling down once in a while.
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just go try a bib on and see for yourself! I find them quite comfy
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with bibs you dont have the same sag as shorts. which also means your "junk" stays where its supposed to be. enough said
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That's what always drove me nuts (heh heh) when I stood. Now the twig and berries stay where I put them. I've just worn out my last pair of shorts and I'm going to replace them with bibs even for just winter training.
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They're more comfortable. Period. Well most the time. No scratch that, all the time. Especially if you're a bit more in the Clyde ballpark. With shorts my stomach was getting cut into by the waistband, with bibs its not a problem. Costwise, they seem to be just 10-15 bucks more than shorts.
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Try a pair. You'll like them.
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Try a pair. You'll like them.
The only down side of bibs is having to stop for a restroom break. You have to pull the shirt off the get the bibs down. Other than that they are vastly more comfortable.
Happy riding,
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Ive got a ton of "technical shirts" (the stuff that wicks away water in bibs, shirts, shorts, etc.) and find simply tucking them into my shorts keeps away plumber butt and pain from my shorts. I wear your basic knee length athletic shorts (the same ones I wear during walk races) and that seems to work out fine. Is it perfectly comfortable? No. But im also 321# going 7 mph on a bike, so I don't expect to be perfectly comfortable.
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Bib's rank up there with STI and clipless in the legions of good & great ideas that have improved cycling.
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Exactly why I got bibs. I was spending way too much energy (mental and physical) making sure my shorts were up and my shirt/jersey was down. Bibs = no more problems.
I got a pair of Performance bibs at one of the stores in the Chicagoland area - not exactly cheap, but not Pearl Izumi, either. The quality is so-so. They stay on, and are reasonably comfortable, but the chamois can be uncomfortable. Not enough to make a ride bad, though. I probably wouldn't buy them again, unless they were even cheaper. I think I got them for $40 - $50.
I got a pair of Performance bibs at one of the stores in the Chicagoland area - not exactly cheap, but not Pearl Izumi, either. The quality is so-so. They stay on, and are reasonably comfortable, but the chamois can be uncomfortable. Not enough to make a ride bad, though. I probably wouldn't buy them again, unless they were even cheaper. I think I got them for $40 - $50.
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bibs are the way
I started wearing bibs this year, started with a pair of Nashbar house brand i found in the return section, no leg grippers but the fit was good, and way more comfortable than shorts. I have since moved up a little bit, louis garneau ( i said a little) but when you keep shrinking out of you clothes, gear gets pricey. I recommend you go for them, you wont be disappointed, and i doubt you go back to shorts (bio breaks are a little awkward however).
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