wayold

I ride primarily in cycling shorts. I've tried bibs several times, but always find that either the straps are too tight (if I get my usual size L or XL) or the seat and thigh are a bit loose if I go with a XL or XXL. I'm OK with the latter and have some XL bibs from 100% and XXL from Castelli that I wear sometimes, but I prefer the more compressive fit around the legs I get with a good pair of shorts. I've found some brands that sell bibs for 'big and tall' riders, but these seem to just have a longer inseam relative to the standard cut rather than longer straps I want. What do you tall riders wear? I would have thought that tall and skinny isn't that unusual a build for cyclists.

indyfabz

How tall are you?

tomato coupe

I like Castelli bibs, but I find the straps to be on the short side when compared to some other brands.

CAT7RDR

I tried the Pactimo Summit 12 hour bibshorts in the XL Long for more compression further down my quads and these deliver.
I am 6'2" 210 lbs and the fit is perfect for me.
They are also on sale now.
https://www.pactimo.com/products/men...42425204834483

wayold

I'm really not that tall or that skinny. Officially 6'1", but with short legs, so my torso is similar to that of someone 6'2" - 6'3". I weigh 180, which again, isn't that light for a cyclist of my height. Nevertheless the various bibs I've tried all have the fit issues I've described (too short in the strap or too wide in the hip/thigh). I suspect part of the problem is that bibs are designed for an aggressive road riding posture. I ride somewhat more head-up than most which probably puts more pressure on the straps and exaggerates my problems with fit.

shelbyfv

What don't you like about your waist shorts?

Steve B.

Don’t get Pearl Izumi. They went cheap and eliminated the seamed edging on the straps, now it’s just thin lycra which is difficult to lay flat. I’ve purchased my last pair,

jaxgtr

Have you check into the Black Bibs? They have bibs with longer straps in all three versions

https://theblackbibs.com/collections...houlder-straps

Sy Reene

I have some of these, however from ~8 years ago.. great bibs. Came across this listing -- awesome price if the L fits you. FWIW, I'm 6'2", 185lbs and wear a L. Similar to you, out of my height, my inseam is only a 33"

https://bikecloset.com/product/sugoi...-shorts-black/

GGDaddy

Have you tried Assos? Pricey but worth it IMO. I'm 6'4" with longer legs (36" inseam) and relatively shorter torso, and they fit perfectly on me (including the strap length). Good luck!

rsbob 

I am HWP with a long torso at 6’1”, size Medium. The straps on the bibs I have bought are so short, they just about give me a chamois wedgie. I have a pair of Black Bibs and the chamois doesn’t work for me.

Troul 

it's either the legs are too tight, the front part doesn't go low enough, or both. Hard to find a just right fit in all black with thin or no padding.

rsbob 

Sounds like the story of Goldie Locks and the Three Beers Bears

Troul 

the best pair are the ones you can fall asleep in... so they say.

rsbob 

lmao!

jaxgtr

Yea I tried a pair of the middle range model and I was not a fan of their chamois, but the ultimate version I found very comfortable. Sort of hit an miss. I like the Adventure bibs since they have the leg pockets and pockets on the upper back, but I also use the short inseam models as well. The standard leg inseam is just a bit long for me.

Bill

I am 6'3". And I understand your issue. In order for things to be tight down below it seems that the straps are tight on the shoulders. I bought a pair of Assos, and they are perfect. Many years back I said that I wish someone would design shorts with a pouch that keeps things secure. I find that most of my bibs are not tight enough in the package area. I am constantly having to adjust things, especially when I am not on the bike. The tight-shouldered ones kept things tight below. Assos does it all for me. They have created a pouch effect. I am grateful.

Mtracer

I'm like the OP. though a bit taller at 6' 2". But only a 33" inseam, as measured for cycling. So, I run into the issue of straps too short. But I'm heavier than the OP so, I'm not really struggling with the shorts being too loose around the waist or legs.

I've been using a brand called Rion. I think the model is the "Steed". Used to be readily available on Amazon. But I think the last time I got them was Ali Express (or whatever it's called). The straps are nice and wide, plenty of stretch and don't curl. So, really easy to get to lay flat. The chamois has proven really nice. The only problem is the reflective bits that are screen printed on the legs peel and fall off after say 20 rides/washes. Yet the nice wide silicone grippers on the inside of the legs hold up really well.

I've got some Castelli bibs that are effectively too small. At my low weight they fit fine, though sung on my legs, but the damn straps are just too short. They are very narrow, curl up to almost a rope when stretched. Very hard to get them flat. I'm thinking of getting out the sewing machine and extending those straps a bit.

Sy Reene

Exactly me.. with my Castelli bibs. I wear them anyway, they're a little looser once in actual cycling position vs walking around, but boy the newest generation straps are tight. The prior (Gen 3) Castelli straps were more elastic and forgiving and I prefer those. Oh well.. progress

mstateglfr 

I am 6'5 and wear a 36" pant. Cycling inseam/PBH is 37.5", I think.

- black bibs was mentioned. The higher level bibs do come in a 'tall' version. The straps are long and the leg length is long. They are long even in my legs and the leg opening is even slightly flappy loose because it's below the main part of my thigh. I actually pull them up a bit to get the band higher on my thigh.
The quality is...OK. Compression is pretty medium overall and the bib design puts a ton of material up high on your chest. They are sweltering warm in the summer and I only consider them for colder rides.

- Voler Black Label bibs are high compression, have a leg length that works well for even my legs, the straps easily expand to fit my torso length, and the bib material stays low in the front which is awesome in the summer.




I would buy 1 pair of Voler Black Label instead of 2 pairs of Black Bibs Ultimate. The normal Voler bibs fit me great even at 6'5.