When it comes to what to wear on your bottom half during cycling there are two main lines of specific gear; waist shorts with a chamois pad, and bib shorts that also feature a chamois pad.

Alongside having a saddle which works for you, finding a comfy pair of bib shorts can amplify your joy on the bike. Choosing the best cycling shorts can be an absolute minefield with tons of ...

I find the best cycling bib shorts to be such a fascinating intersection of cycling gear. It’s one of the few pieces of gear that confronts everyone with a reality that few are willing to talk ...

The key to a good pair of cycling shorts? The chamois—a special pad designed to protect your bottom from injury as you spend time on the seat. You can also opt for a full bib, which uses ...

The cycling bibs today are a far cry from those humble prototypes: the beauty in the bib is that they combine the performance and comfort of bike shorts, and add functionality in spades. Bibs are ...

Colder temps or trainer days got you down? Thermal cycling clothes can make riding outdoors this time of year a lot more pleasant. Clifford Lee compares some affordable and pricey bib shorts to help ...

They’re fairly long for cycling shorts, with grippers to prevent them from riding up your legs, and the bib-style shoulder straps mean you won’t have to worry about them flailing down either.

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