The real standout feature though is the pockets, the MO of any pair of cargo bibs. They're not overly expensive either, in the grand scheme of things we've got shorts in this guide that cost double what these do. They're cut perhaps for a slightly less racy position than something actually designed for crit racing like the Rapha Powerweave, but for an endurance setup there ideal. They are comfortable, they fit well without being overly compressive, which I find gets annoying on longer or multi day trips, and they're not fragile. I've found it very hard to fault the Albion ABR1 pocket bibs. Wide leg grippers not the most modern looking The main benefit over normal cycling shorts is either extra storage to supplement the pockets in your cycling jersey, or the fact that with the pockets in your shorts you are free to wear whatever you want on top to signal to everyone just how gosh darned radical you are you rock that oversized t-shirt, it looks great! The options here are my personal favourites, having ridden innumerate pairs. Personally I ride in cargo bibs almost exclusively, on road or off, because I like the versatility, but they tend to be de rigeur for gravel riding. If you want a deeper dive into the best cargo bib shorts, or just a few more options to mull over, we do have a dedicated guide to the hottest subcategory of cycling shorts. The best cycling shorts for adventure riding There's a really useful pocket on the rear which is quite low down making it easy to stash a gel or spares in. Simple white Nalini logo's keep things stylish. ![]() The shorts feature Italian Kinetech fabric which features + 50 UPF sun protection and a sort of 3d wide pin stripe pattern on the outside, which is claimed to aid aerodynamics. I got on well with the Aero shorts from the off, finding the chamois, stretchy bib straps and laser cut leg grippers all really comfortable. The Aero bib shorts from Nalini are the brands range toppers and use the Randonne chamois pad alongside a host of technical features. Some extra stretch around the midriff for toilet breaks would help Aesthetics wise the shorts have a gloss black silicone 'Endura Pro SL' logo on each thigh and a white Endura logo on the rear. The long version of the shorts adds about 4cm to the regular fit, the regular shorts won't be especially short though if you're unsure about which to go for. The chamois also employs silicone to relieve pressure and it seemed to do a good job here on long rides. The shorts feature the 800 Series Conform EGM chamois pad which I found really comfortable on short and long riders, some of which were at temperatures of 25C/77F and above for several hours riding in Mallorca. Have a look if you find your shorts often come up too short for your liking.Īll Endura EGM products have been designed in collaboration with Phil Burt - a physiotherapist and bike fitter who spent twelve years as head physio at British Cycling. ![]() I fear my slightly longer-than-average femurs often make shorts measure up a little short length wise but not so here. We tested the long version which features a longer leg finishing up just above the knee. The Endura Pro SL EGM cycling bib shorts are a high-quality pair of performance bib shorts. ![]() ![]() There is a wide range of nine colours to choose from, (I tested the light burgundy option) including white if you want to get really snazzy.Īsk if you unsure, the Endura range can be hard to navigate They have washed well, and there is no sign of the lettering disappearing after several months. The foam chamois pad was really comfy for me using a range of saddles and isn't trying to rewrite the rulebook in its design so should work for a wide range of riders. The bib straps are slightly restrictive whilst standing in the shorts but sat atop the bike they feel perfect, they are also around four centimetres wide and are thin and comfortable. I've worn them to climb Soller in Mallorca and whilst descending the Ghisallo pass with rain bouncing off the road. The Mechanism bib shorts are Pas Normal's premium offering and I've been really impressed with them during several months of riding.Īs Pas Normal claims the shorts do indeed provide a compressive and supportive fit and haven't given me the slightest niggle or bit of discomfort whilst in use. White contrasting stitching on some versions may not be for everyone
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