I had bought a pair of bibs this summer in a size L, which was the same size all my shorts were. I took them out for one ride and my manhood was being crushed to the point where it was incredibly painful to ride. This was because the shoulder straps were pulling the shorts up too hard (without the straps on the shorts fit fine and comfortable). Thankfully the shop let me return them (washed!) and I ended up getting an XXL size. Much more comfortable. However after a few rides with them there is still more of an annoying tugging feeling around the shoulders, especially when wearing layers of shirts under the bib straps, and I should note my lower body is very comfortable despite the shoulder annoyance. Is this normal and something I'll get used to?

I found your problem.

The only advantage I personally find in bibs over shorts is they eliminate the danger of a 'skin gap' between the jersey and shorts. Everything else is hype in my mind.

One layer of Underarmor and a longsleeve T.

One of my bibs rubs my nipples to the point it becomes a little painful (+-4hrs typ ride) no bleeding or rashes tho. Usually don't wear a baselayer cuz it can get too hot at mid/end of ride.

" However after a few rides with them there is still more of an annoying tugging feeling around the shoulders"

What, this was an initial problem you didn't mention? So it's more than just the crotch pain?

It might be that bibs are not for you. On the other hand, it does sound like to many layers under the straps.

Try a base layer first, then the bibs, then your jersey, and then a windbreaker. Then report back.

You obviously don't subscribe to the summer base layer theory, i.e. that the right base layer will actually keep you cooler in the summer.

I should clarify I meant "still" as in, there is still an issue. Crotch pain is gone.

Sounds like you have a long torso. Try a differnet brand, as they all have different fits. I'll never go back to shorts.

Definately try different brands. They all fit a little different (or a lot). Never assume the sizing to be the same from brand to brand or even short to bib of the same brand. I wear shorts sometimes on the trainer and it feels like I'm half naked. Once you find a pair that fits you should be very happy. Then go buy a few more pairs so you don't get pissed when they change them in a year or two.

Agree. Once you find the right brand/size. it is very comfortable. At most i do a winter baselayer under the bib.. rest over. If this is a strap lenght issue, you can take them to a tailor and have fabric added to the straps... rest of the sizing should be the fit of the short itself.

your penis is too big

lol.

Shirts over bibs.

I'm also a big fan of bibs. Most recently I got some Sugoi Evolution bibs(size L) that felt tight on the shoulders. I resorted to standing on the bottom part and then stretching the shoulder straps hard for ~30sec prior to every ride. After a few weeks they stretched to the point that they fit perfect now.

Spinerguy, I remember years ago when I rode motocross some of the riders would put a band aid over each nipple to prevent irritation from contact with the jersey or chest protector.
Bob

I wear bibs but really have not found any great adv of them. Until I crash out and they stay on.

For the nipples, put some of the chamois cream on them. Just a dab will do!

OP you fail to note the brand of bibs so one has to assume that you have a pair of crap bibs made in Mexico that 99.9% of BFers would find uncomfortable.

Noted

They're Veloce brand; the shorts I have are incredibly comfortable, as are the bibs aside from the shoulder area.

I found another problem that hasn't been stated. You bought a Large and settled on a XXL.

I bought a large because all my other shorts are large (and I'm not a big guy, just tall), but XXLs had the better fitting shoulder straps where the legs portion felt almost the same.