Recommendations for a better chamois/bib
10-17-06, 07:06 AM
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Originally Posted by DMF
"Spend more money." Yeah, like I'm young enough to buy that line.. 
Good news is that the Ultras worked out. Wracked up 75 mi on the metric century from hell - all around Metro Atlanta with the intention to ride up every incline with a reputation (and some that no one had the courage to try). I think I lost count at 32 major hills. One was an honest 20% grade: you know it's steep when your front tire lifts off with every stroke.
95% of the time I climb seated, so that should be a good indication of the performance on longer rides.
Anyway, lubed with Chamois Butt'r on the pad (rear half only) and Queen Helene on me. Butt is remarkably not sore. The boys still had a tendency to wander off but I have to put that down to the lightweight fabric.
Good news is that the Ultras worked out. Wracked up 75 mi on the metric century from hell - all around Metro Atlanta with the intention to ride up every incline with a reputation (and some that no one had the courage to try). I think I lost count at 32 major hills. One was an honest 20% grade: you know it's steep when your front tire lifts off with every stroke.
95% of the time I climb seated, so that should be a good indication of the performance on longer rides. Anyway, lubed with Chamois Butt'r on the pad (rear half only) and Queen Helene on me. Butt is remarkably not sore. The boys still had a tendency to wander off but I have to put that down to the lightweight fabric.
12-01-06, 04:02 AM
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Originally Posted by dpara
I've used my Voler bibs on all my century rides this year (4 total) and had no complaints whatsoever from any parts of my anatomy. They are sold through velowear.com or if you are willing to shill for Hammer Nutrition the same short (the elite) can be had for half the price at e-caps.com.
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spend the $$ for a good pair of shorts. i have sugoi rs flex shorts as well as pi microsensor. also must use some type of good butt'r. i now use queen helene's cocoa butter and haven't had any more issues with rashes/bumps/soreness in saddle area.
12-05-06, 11:35 AM
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+2 on the Voler bibs/shorts. I've ridden many centuries in them, and I'm your weight - 230. I use the Queen Helene/ Voler bib combo, and couldn't be happier.
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Originally Posted by DanteB
I ride Pearl Izumi Microsensor bibs and love them. I'm 6' and 230 lbs. I like the ones with the red pad better for long rides, less padding between the legs for less chaffing. I use Bag Balm for long rides.
12-07-06, 09:26 AM
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My favorites are Etxe Ondo BiMarke bibs, which I think have been discontinued. 
Number 2 on the list is CC bibs. They must be popular (out of stock) because only the less expensive ones are listed on their website.
Number 2 on the list is CC bibs. They must be popular (out of stock) because only the less expensive ones are listed on their website.
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Originally Posted by dpara
I've used my Voler bibs on all my century rides this year (4 total) and had no complaints whatsoever from any parts of my anatomy. They are sold through velowear.com or if you are willing to shill for Hammer Nutrition the same short (the elite) can be had for half the price at e-caps.com.
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Another vote for Voler. Affordable quality. Some day I'll try some of the $150+ bibs from a "name" maker, but the price tag offends me.
BTW, about the Brooks -- another poster mentioned that Brooks is not a "magic bullet" and I'll second that. I understand how, after finding a "perfect" saddle, one could proselytize. But the Brooks does not work for everyone. I've used several, put thousands of miles on each, tried all the advice on set-up and every "break-in" treatment under the sun. I really, really wanted them to work for me, and they did not.
BTW, about the Brooks -- another poster mentioned that Brooks is not a "magic bullet" and I'll second that. I understand how, after finding a "perfect" saddle, one could proselytize. But the Brooks does not work for everyone. I've used several, put thousands of miles on each, tried all the advice on set-up and every "break-in" treatment under the sun. I really, really wanted them to work for me, and they did not.
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05-30-07, 11:39 AM
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Oh, they're not that bad. Cut large, dry quickly, nearly indestructible. I should know - I have two pair I'm trying to wear out. They're comfortable enough for rides <2 hr.
Last month did century with the Performance Ultra, Chamois Butt'r, and same saddle. Butt got tired of sitting at nearly 6 hours, but no chafing problems. Keeping it from sliding all the way back seems to have helped a lot too -> more position options.
Lots of good press here for the Volers. I'll check them out. There's still room for improvement.
Last month did century with the Performance Ultra, Chamois Butt'r, and same saddle. Butt got tired of sitting at nearly 6 hours, but no chafing problems. Keeping it from sliding all the way back seems to have helped a lot too -> more position options.
Lots of good press here for the Volers. I'll check them out. There's still room for improvement.
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Originally Posted by bigbossman
+2 on the Voler bibs/shorts. I've ridden many centuries in them, and I'm your weight - 230. I use the Queen Helene/ Voler bib combo, and couldn't be happier.
I love Voler bibs (especially those with the Ion pad).
I just ordered two of the Hammer Nutrition shill bibs for $45 each - the medium size is on backorder... I suspect that they are sold out of other sizes as well.
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Originally Posted by noahjwhite
I really like the Performance's Elite bib shorts...
but, DMF, if you're having a lot of arse pain problems, get your fit checked. poor fit can excagerate rubbing. comfort is top priority for long distance riding, so fit is super important.
fwiw: on a long ride i put tripple antibiotic ointment on my skin and plenty of vasaline on the pad. assos and butt'r don't last so good.
06-12-07, 02:50 PM
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Sugoi RS shorts are my favourite. Izumi Microsensor are close second. Note, a large in the Sugoi fits like medium in the Izumi.
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06-12-07, 03:22 PM
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In that vein, it seems to me that Voler bibs run a bit smaller than average. Maybe it's the "compression shorts" mini-fad, or maybe I just got fat, but my Volers are quite a bit more snug than bibs of other brands.
