Sub $100 bib knickers
I'm looking for bib knickers in the sub $100 category, and so far found the black bibs black knickers for $80. They have good reviews on bicycling.com. Any other suggestions?
Dave |
Originally Posted by bonsai171
(Post 21958152)
I'm looking for bib knickers in the sub $100 category, and so far found the black bibs black knickers for $80. They have good reviews on bicycling.com. Any other suggestions?
Dave I recently bought two pairs of these, the first at $100, the second at $110. I generally ride 20 to 35 miles per ride locally which takes anywhere from 1.5 to 3 hours. I am not saying that they are only comfortable for short rides; I just have not mapped out a longer local route which I can tackle in a single afternoon. These are my first bib shorts and I like them. I have only worn non-bib cycling shorts before. |
Originally Posted by SoSmellyAir
(Post 21958166)
Amazon.com: GORE WEAR C5 Men's Cycling Bib Shorts with Seat Insert: Clothing
I recently bought two pairs of these, the first at $100, the second at $110. I generally ride 20 to 35 miles per ride locally which takes anywhere from 1.5 to 3 hours. I am not saying that they are only comfortable for short rides; I just have not mapped out a longer local route which I can tackle in a single afternoon. These are my first bib shorts and I like them. I have only worn non-bib cycling shorts before. Dave |
I think that the Twin Six thermal bib knickers are in the price range, but it doesn't look like they have any on hand at the moment, so I can't confirm and could be wrong.
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https://www.redwhite.cc/collections/...bshorts-tights
Redwhite bibs My girlfriend and I both own a pair of the standard long distance shots. The quality of the shorts, the chamois, the customer service, has all been phenomenal They are my most comfortable shorts hands down. I havent tried the entry level ones but knowing the company and their products, I would recommend it 100% Message them to get your sizing. They will ensure you end up in the right size for you |
Originally Posted by WhyFi
(Post 21958258)
I think that the Twin Six thermal bib knickers are in the price range, but it doesn't look like they have any on hand at the moment, so I can't confirm and could be wrong.
Dave |
Originally Posted by bonsai171
(Post 21958252)
Thanks but I'm looking for bib knickers, not bib shorts.
Heh heh, just kidding. There is much more I don't know about cycling. |
I bought some Chinese bib knickers from eBay at a really nice price of right around $40 shipped . Construction is actually a bit more robust than the Gore $100 ones (I also bought a pair of these from one of the British mail order sites.
“WKYWBike” is the brand from China. Their sizing is more like the old euro sizing. I needed a 3XL according to their sizing chart for my out of shape self at ~#215. I’ve already got a wee bit more fit to where the 2XL size might have been a better choice. Last I checked they were mostly out of stock, but good news.... they a;pear to be back in stock: https://www.ebay.com/itm/YKYWBIKE-Me....m46890.l49292 Be aware, that these bib knickers are not for the coldest days since the Lycra is not of the “Roubaix” fleeced variety. |
Black bibs.
It's what I use because the straps are long and they make a tall size, but I actually like the fit and finish of em too. |
what is this mary poppins lol , bib shorts would be a better choice because they are cheaper and can be used year round in the winter just get thermal tights or leg warmers , i cycle in 20f temps and i have regular shorts , and bibs and i just use thermal layers , never had any reason to waste money on full tights or knickers what ever you call them , u talk funny lol :)
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Originally Posted by SoSmellyAir
(Post 21958329)
I see. Living in sunny southern California, I thought "bib knickers" was just British English for "bib shorts." But now that I have Googled to cure my ignorance, I see that you meant capri pants for cycling.
Heh heh, just kidding. There is much more I don't know about cycling. Dave |
Originally Posted by mstateglfr
(Post 21958492)
Black bibs.
It's what I use because the straps are long and they make a tall size, but I actually like the fit and finish of em too. Dave |
I understand that there's simplicity of having one piece for specific weather conditions, but it's a lot cheaper to just use bib shorts with knee warmers than to get halfway between bibs and tights.
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Spotti makes a good below the knee length bib. I've worn it for a couple of years for cool and cold weather, no need to bother with knee warmers. Great value at around $35 when it's available.
If the Spotti is out of stock try Przewalski. These appear to be the same manufacturer selling under two or more brands. I have two or three Przewalski shorts (not bibs) and they're outstanding values. Best pads I've tried, very well made shorts overall, at least equal to Black Bibs and maybe a little better. Baleaf also has a capri length bib for about the same price. No idea about the quality or fit. I wasn't impressed with Baleaf padded liner shorts but that was five years ago. Their products may have improved. |
I like Primal Wear clothing. Although they're usually more than $100, coupons are available. Not sure what options they have for knicker bibs but check them out.
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I didn't know what bib knickers were, either. After a quick Google, it appears they're what Ive always called 3/4 shorts. Knickers sounds kinda kinky :lol:
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Ale' bibs from CRC or PBK. One style, I believe, is called Corsa. The other I cannot think of the style name, but both are high $50 to low $70. I am 5'8" at 155 lbs. and medium is perfect for me. For me, they are very comfortable, great fit and, at this point, appear to be quite durable. CRC is free shipping with $99 purchase, and PBK is flat rate $9.99 until $179 when it ships for free.
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I use Voler for everything bicycle clothing related. Great stuff
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I've been using these for a while and I really like them. they are going to come out with a version 3 soon, so they dropped the price of the 2's to $75. I went ahead and bought a couple of pairs.
https://garneau.com/us_en/fit-sensor...ng-bib-1058229 |
Argyle socks are required.
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Can't beat Pactimo for the money (when it's on sale anyway). Pactimo Knickers
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Knickers look like this, folks -
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...248555cbf2.jpg Side note for the OP: this was one of the first results that came up when I did a search for this illustrative pic. FWIW, they're $115 but there was an immediate 15% off pop-up and the manufacturer (Craft) says that they're on the "long and lean" side of fit - perfect on both counts! https://www.craftsports.us/products/...31914128638070 |
Not the knickers but The Black Bibs have been very good for me over the last 2 cycling seasons.
Certain climates with longer, cool Spring & Fall seasons are perfect for knickers. I ride with knickers often, just not bibs (yet). |
I picked up some Pearl Izumi bib knickers for I think $80 or $90 at the PI Outlet Store in Keystone, CO a couple years ago. Don't know if that shop has an on-line presence, but I would definitely look around for deals on recently-discontinued models. I don't think I would trust my fiddly bits to a bib knicker that was actually intended to sell for <$100.
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Originally Posted by jwalther
(Post 21960337)
Can't beat Pactimo for the money (when it's on sale anyway). Pactimo Knickers
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