Shorts or bibs?
06-20-22, 09:09 PM
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Wife says my butt looks better in bibs than shorts.
06-20-22, 09:43 PM
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06-20-22, 09:44 PM
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I have hips so:
Shorts - Pearl Izumi, Voler.
Knickers - Bouré.
Brent
Shorts - Pearl Izumi, Voler.
Knickers - Bouré.
Brent
06-20-22, 09:47 PM
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Shorts, for me too. The only time I need suspenders, is when it's raining & cold, or snowing. Then I need them for my Gore-Tex snow pants, which always try sliding off, from the slippery bike shorts or pants. 😲
BTW, I'm 6'2" & down to 145 again. 😟 I've always been too thin, and eat like a hog, lol, wish I could gain a bit. 🙃🤨
BTW, I'm 6'2" & down to 145 again. 😟 I've always been too thin, and eat like a hog, lol, wish I could gain a bit. 🙃🤨
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06-20-22, 09:55 PM
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172cm and 105kg, old school gym shorts or cutoff jeans.
at 66 I look funny in Lycra, besides here in Cambodia ride anything, anywhere, and anyhow. 😁
at 66 I look funny in Lycra, besides here in Cambodia ride anything, anywhere, and anyhow. 😁
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06-20-22, 10:50 PM
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06-21-22, 12:09 AM
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Nature's Way
In case you've always wondered 
Even the GREAT Ones have to answer nature's call....
At a certain age, all men have to face the reality - OUT OF MY WAY, I GOT TO PEE! (I have a license plate frame with that on it!)
I choose my rides carefully! At 78 I know where all the comfort stations, fire plugs and big bushes are along the way!
Bibs would be nice if they had a front opening.
I started wearing Kucharik Lycra shorts with gel panels over 15 years ago. They're closing but I have 4 pairs left so that should last me... What I like about them is I have short thighs. Many shorts come down to my knees and fit me like knickers. Kucharik shorts fit me perfect.
The fat old man...
verktyg
Even the GREAT Ones have to answer nature's call....
At a certain age, all men have to face the reality - OUT OF MY WAY, I GOT TO PEE! (I have a license plate frame with that on it!)
I choose my rides carefully! At 78 I know where all the comfort stations, fire plugs and big bushes are along the way!
Bibs would be nice if they had a front opening.
I started wearing Kucharik Lycra shorts with gel panels over 15 years ago. They're closing but I have 4 pairs left so that should last me... What I like about them is I have short thighs. Many shorts come down to my knees and fit me like knickers. Kucharik shorts fit me perfect.
The fat old man...
verktyg
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06-21-22, 04:30 AM
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06-21-22, 05:24 AM
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06-21-22, 08:49 AM
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The classic shorts versus bibs thread. One of many and it will give no answers. 
What would be productive for those giving an opinion would be, what are your top 2-3 brands to recommend? I find that worthwhile as my last purchase was Ibex 5 years ago. I do not believe the Ibex reboot includes shorts nor bibs.
What would be productive for those giving an opinion would be, what are your top 2-3 brands to recommend? I find that worthwhile as my last purchase was Ibex 5 years ago. I do not believe the Ibex reboot includes shorts nor bibs.
06-21-22, 08:52 AM
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06-21-22, 09:15 AM
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New thread: bib vs bib knickers
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One of the things I learned last summer is that SAG is not a rest stop or a vehicle, it's how your saddle pulls down your pants.
Another thing I learned is that some bibs should seriously be called "delayed twin wedgies."
So there's that.
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06-21-22, 11:02 AM
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I wear bib tights and bib shorts.
What I wear most though are these
https://www.aerotechdesigns.com/aetedemecoca.html
What I wear most though are these
https://www.aerotechdesigns.com/aetedemecoca.html
06-21-22, 11:39 AM
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I do have several sets of bibs, and prefer how they feel. I am a spare tire carrier, so there could be that. But, they are not as convenient if you need to do any other business........But comfortable for riding? Very.
06-21-22, 01:00 PM
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Bibs for the last 20 years. I have a few pairs of shorts for the (very) occasional indoor trainer ride, but love the comfort of bibs for rides of any length beyond neighborhood errands.
06-21-22, 01:32 PM
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Bibs are much more expensive than shorts so I usually buy shorts and the nice ones work fine. If money were not part of the process, I would have nothing but bib$.
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06-21-22, 01:55 PM
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I mostly ride shorts, but have one pair of Specialized bibs. I thought I should try a pair of bibs since so many people swear by them. For me, meh...I like both shorts & bibs for different reasons. The type of padding/chamois is more important to me whether they are bibs or shorts.
Bibs: Jersey seems to glide over the bibs while pedaling, instead of rubbing against skin. Not really an issue with shorts, but it is a nice & different feel. Don't have to worry about showing too much from behind. On the downside, my bib straights are just a bit tighter than I'd like. On long rides, I do start to feel the straps tugging on my shoulder. I'm fairly cheap when it comes to clothing, and I've found bibs are surprisingly expensive compared to shorts. FWIW, my bibs are low and stretchy enough that I can pull down the front for no. 1.
Shorts: More convenient changing & during restroom breaks. Cooler on hot days. Classic & traditional.
Bibs: Jersey seems to glide over the bibs while pedaling, instead of rubbing against skin. Not really an issue with shorts, but it is a nice & different feel. Don't have to worry about showing too much from behind. On the downside, my bib straights are just a bit tighter than I'd like. On long rides, I do start to feel the straps tugging on my shoulder. I'm fairly cheap when it comes to clothing, and I've found bibs are surprisingly expensive compared to shorts. FWIW, my bibs are low and stretchy enough that I can pull down the front for no. 1.
Shorts: More convenient changing & during restroom breaks. Cooler on hot days. Classic & traditional.
06-21-22, 05:46 PM
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I wear bib tights and bib shorts.
What I wear most though are these
https://www.aerotechdesigns.com/aetedemecoca.html
What I wear most though are these
https://www.aerotechdesigns.com/aetedemecoca.html
Bibs for the real rides though. Pearl Izumi Pro is my preference (someday will break down and buy Rapha... but not today).
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06-21-22, 06:03 PM
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I gave up on Lycra a long time ago.
Street shorts work but they tend to get sticky when damp from sweat.
06-21-22, 07:54 PM
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Shorts keep the chamois where you want it 99% of the time, but bibs keep it there 100% of the time. That's why I prefer bibs, even as someone who's skinny enough to be comfortable with either.