Bibs: Why / How Are They Better Than Cycling Pants?
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I have many pairs of cycling pants, but no bins.
I've seen many comments here indicating that bibs are supposed to be significantly better. Can someone give me a simple explanation about how and why they're better?
My cycling pants aren't as comfortable as they should be, and after long rides (100 miles plus) I usually have sores on by butt that last a few days. Would a bib help with that?
Also - as someone who has to take nature breaks pretty often - without getting too graphic - how TF do you do that wearing a bib?
I've seen many comments here indicating that bibs are supposed to be significantly better. Can someone give me a simple explanation about how and why they're better?
My cycling pants aren't as comfortable as they should be, and after long rides (100 miles plus) I usually have sores on by butt that last a few days. Would a bib help with that?
Also - as someone who has to take nature breaks pretty often - without getting too graphic - how TF do you do that wearing a bib?
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ABATT.
(all bibs, all the time)
Some folks will say that their crack doesn't show with shorts, but with all the hot chics that I let pass me, I'm not taking that chance.
(all bibs, all the time)
Some folks will say that their crack doesn't show with shorts, but with all the hot chics that I let pass me, I'm not taking that chance.
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I never notice them. Since you already own them, might as well put them in the rotation if feasable.
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I don't get the "once you go bibs you'll never go back to shorts again" crowd either.
I like bibs just fine. I own two very nice pair of bibs (one Assos & one Pearl Izumi). I definitely agree with the "they hold the chamois in position" advantage of bibs.
I disagree completely with the "shorts wastebands cut into your stomach" and/or "...are uncomfortable" stuff, I've never had an issue with uncomfortable waistbands.
But the main reason I'm not a complete convert to bibs, the reason while I'll always have a good collection of non-bib cycling shorts, is simple: Bibs are hot.
I like bibs just fine. I own two very nice pair of bibs (one Assos & one Pearl Izumi). I definitely agree with the "they hold the chamois in position" advantage of bibs.
I disagree completely with the "shorts wastebands cut into your stomach" and/or "...are uncomfortable" stuff, I've never had an issue with uncomfortable waistbands.
But the main reason I'm not a complete convert to bibs, the reason while I'll always have a good collection of non-bib cycling shorts, is simple: Bibs are hot.
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I don't get the "once you go bibs you'll never go back to shorts again" crowd either.
I like bibs just fine. I own two very nice pair of bibs (one Assos & one Pearl Izumi). I definitely agree with the "they hold the chamois in position" advantage of bibs.
I disagree completely with the "shorts wastebands cut into your stomach" and/or "...are uncomfortable" stuff, I've never had an issue with uncomfortable waistbands.
But the main reason I'm not a complete convert to bibs, the reason while I'll always have a good collection of non-bib cycling shorts, is simple: Bibs are hot.
I like bibs just fine. I own two very nice pair of bibs (one Assos & one Pearl Izumi). I definitely agree with the "they hold the chamois in position" advantage of bibs.
I disagree completely with the "shorts wastebands cut into your stomach" and/or "...are uncomfortable" stuff, I've never had an issue with uncomfortable waistbands.
But the main reason I'm not a complete convert to bibs, the reason while I'll always have a good collection of non-bib cycling shorts, is simple: Bibs are hot.
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@OP
"What works for one, my not work for another..."
Give a nice bib a try, they may work for you.
I disagree with bibs being hot, I feel I got hot quicker in shorts, & they hold the heat longer.
"What works for one, my not work for another..."
Give a nice bib a try, they may work for you.
I disagree with bibs being hot, I feel I got hot quicker in shorts, & they hold the heat longer.
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Bibs: No sagging and air pockets in the crack area.
Nuf said.
Nuf said.
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I don't know what shorts most of you have tried but not all shorts have an elastic waistband. I wear PI Attack shorts and they have a drawstring that you can tighten if you need to or not use it at all. I've never had any of my shorts slide down on me and I do a lot of long distance riding. It was mentioned that the pros all wear them, well, they also ride $15,000+ bikes, but I don't ride one of those either.
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Wrong! Been there done that don't like them. I have tried several different bibs and they all annoyed the crap out me. I can't stand the shoulder straps rubbing on my shoulders and the extra layer of fabric beneath my jersey made it hotter during the ride.
I don't know what shorts most of you have tried but not all shorts have an elastic waistband. I wear PI Attack shorts and they have a drawstring that you can tighten if you need to or not use it at all. I've never had any of my shorts slide down on me and I do a lot of long distance riding. It was mentioned that the pros all wear them, well, they also ride $15,000+ bikes, but I don't ride one of those either.
I don't know what shorts most of you have tried but not all shorts have an elastic waistband. I wear PI Attack shorts and they have a drawstring that you can tighten if you need to or not use it at all. I've never had any of my shorts slide down on me and I do a lot of long distance riding. It was mentioned that the pros all wear them, well, they also ride $15,000+ bikes, but I don't ride one of those either.
You mad, bro?
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I've never had a problem with the fit of shorts.
The only bibs I own are tights, which are fine until I need to take a serious restroom break.
Of course there *is* a solution for that: https://www.sellesmp.com/smp4bike/en/products/clothing
The only bibs I own are tights, which are fine until I need to take a serious restroom break.
Of course there *is* a solution for that: https://www.sellesmp.com/smp4bike/en/products/clothing