Anyone have experience with Aero Tech bib shorts?
04-03-19, 09:51 AM
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Anyone have experience with Aero Tech bib shorts?
So in my travels (likely on here) I came across Aero Tech cycling products (https://www.aerotechdesigns.com/cycling-clothes.html)
In browsing their site I like the look of the gear. They have a good selection of bibs so I thought I'd reach out and see if anyone has any experience with their products.
Thank you.
In browsing their site I like the look of the gear. They have a good selection of bibs so I thought I'd reach out and see if anyone has any experience with their products.
Thank you.
04-03-19, 09:59 AM
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I have a pair of their not-bibs, and they're my favorite of everything I've tried so far. 
04-03-19, 10:19 AM
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Good stuff. Don't hesitate.
Don't hesitate.
04-03-19, 10:19 AM
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All of my jerseys and shorts are Aero Tech Design products. The basic jerseys in both short sleeve and long sleeve. The Top Shelf shorts. Excellent quality for the price. True sizing. Customer service is excellent as well.
04-03-19, 01:09 PM
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I have a pair of their bibs/shorts ($80) for summer and a pair of thermal stretch fleece bib tights ($90) for winter. Great quality shorts and pants and they wash up good without degrading over time. Also have 3 of their jerseys... excellent quality.
04-03-19, 02:21 PM
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No idea about Aero Tech bibs. I've had the Pro shorts (linked above) for two or three years. The tan/black microfiber chamois is unique, most comparable to old school soft leather chamois rather than contemporary padding -- it has very little loft or density, mostly serving to wick perspiration and minimize abrasion.
But it may not be ideal for everyone -- really depends on the cyclist, saddle, bike setup and riding position. I mostly prefer the Aero Tech Pro shorts as liners under baggy shorts or jeans for casual rides, and on my road bike when I'm using the aero bars, with a cut-out saddle. The combination minimizes perineum pressure.
For my firmer, solid Selle Italia saddle I prefer more dense padding -- Aero Tech offers lots of padding choices. The Pro short is good for folks who wear them as thin liners under baggy shorts or even snug fitting jeans -- it won't look like a diaper under your jeans.
Also, the Pro short is a little too short in the thigh for me, but my thighs are a little disproportionately long and all cycling shorts and bibs I've tried run about an inch too short on the thighs. And my legs are so skinny the shorts/bibs tend to ride up, even with gripper strips.
A couple of years ago Aero Tech was a no-brainer, a great value in an American made product. But the prices have nearly doubled on the Pro shorts -- it's a very basic short, well made of good materials, but nothing fancy, and seems a bit pricey at $50 now. Some of the AT lineup is still very reasonably priced, with the better values nearer the top of the price range.
Comparable values are The Black Bibs and Przewalski. The latter has the most comfortable thick, dense pad I've ever tried, great for long rides on a firm saddle.
But it may not be ideal for everyone -- really depends on the cyclist, saddle, bike setup and riding position. I mostly prefer the Aero Tech Pro shorts as liners under baggy shorts or jeans for casual rides, and on my road bike when I'm using the aero bars, with a cut-out saddle. The combination minimizes perineum pressure.
For my firmer, solid Selle Italia saddle I prefer more dense padding -- Aero Tech offers lots of padding choices. The Pro short is good for folks who wear them as thin liners under baggy shorts or even snug fitting jeans -- it won't look like a diaper under your jeans.
Also, the Pro short is a little too short in the thigh for me, but my thighs are a little disproportionately long and all cycling shorts and bibs I've tried run about an inch too short on the thighs. And my legs are so skinny the shorts/bibs tend to ride up, even with gripper strips.
A couple of years ago Aero Tech was a no-brainer, a great value in an American made product. But the prices have nearly doubled on the Pro shorts -- it's a very basic short, well made of good materials, but nothing fancy, and seems a bit pricey at $50 now. Some of the AT lineup is still very reasonably priced, with the better values nearer the top of the price range.
Comparable values are The Black Bibs and Przewalski. The latter has the most comfortable thick, dense pad I've ever tried, great for long rides on a firm saddle.
04-03-19, 02:34 PM
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In Aerotech, I get the tall medium sizes in shorts and pants and tall large size in jerseys. Best fitting bike clothes I have... long legs and arms, short torso.
04-05-19, 04:21 PM
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Looks like I'll be making a purchase in the short future then. Hopefully shipping isn't too painful.
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Love their shorts. I don't see myself ever buying anything else.
04-07-19, 10:16 PM
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I highly recommend Aero Tech products for high quality and moderate price. I've got a couple pairs of their cycling shorts and have zero complaints.
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I have their:
- Bib tights
- Pro shorts
- Long-sleeved summer jersey
- Bib tights
- Pro shorts
- Long-sleeved summer jersey
04-08-19, 11:47 AM
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Looks like I'll be ordering some clothing from Aerotech. Here's hoping shipping north of the boarder isn't too expensive!
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