First bib short purchase. Prefer just cycling shorts. Purchased Giro shorts before to know how they fit as well as pros & cons. Tried these bib shorts since needed navy color. Bottom line they didn't disappoint. Bought size small since Giro shorts don't fit as tight as Pearl Izumi. Still not a fan of bib shorts, but happy with purchase. Only caveat is Giro chamois padding not as significant as Pearl Izumi shorts so while good for middle distance ride, wouldn't recommend for longer distance rides (70 miles+), particularly in the hills.
This was my first bib short purchase and I couldn't be more pleased with them. So much so that I plan on ordering a second pair. The build quality is high. The fit and comfort are excellent. I ordered a Medium (5'7 and 165 lbs) and the fit is perfect- not too tight nor too loose. The bib straps have the right amount of flex, providing needed support for extended rides without pinching or chaffing. Also, their open mesh design provides great breathability. The leg grippers are stylish,
but importantly are effective at keeping the bib shorts in place. The chamois pad provides sufficient comfortable for long rides (my longest ride
thus far has been 2 hrs) and sufficient airflow to help reduce moisture and promote cooling. Lastly, the inclusion of back pockets (useful depth and number) is a nice feature for those hot and humid summer rides where one might wear a baselayer rather than a jersey. In summary, I highly recommend these bib shorts.
