By Joshua Cohen HOT! non-bulky 3-layer AirProPad shorts liner effective mesh ventilation panels in both garments jersey works well in high temperature NOT! extreme prices questionable durability jersey available only in low-visibility colors rear pockets in shorts and jersey are difficult to access while riding www.campagnolosportswear.com Price: $220 bib shorts, $170 jersey Source: bike shops…
By Lynne Fitzsimmons HOT! 3 pockets loose-fitting look 9.5-inch (24-cm) inseam comfortable quick drying NOT! expensive www.gorebikewear.com Price: $150 Source: www.teamestrogen.com, bike shops Features: side pocket with Velcro closure, side mesh pocket, side zip pocket; inner pants with gripper elastic at hem; ergonomic elastic chamois liner; reflective piping and logo Materials: nylon, polyester, Elastane Colors: …
By Ed Pavelka HOT! well constructed lots of padding tall cut no irritation from seams Assos prestige NOT! bulky, flat padding minimalpadded area external tags special care recommended expensive www.worldcycling.com Price: $165 Colors: black, blue, red, white, yellow Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XLG, TIR Made in: Bulgaria Features: 4-panel construction, thick pad, elastic leg…
By Lynne Fitzsimmons HOT! abundant wool content comfortable chamois optional inseam lengths drawstring is removable NOT! may exhibit plumber’s butt Joneswares Performance Model: Performance (women’s & men’s) Price: $94 ($74 w/o chamois) Color: black Made in: U.S. Sizes: women’s XS-XL; men’s S-XL Fabric: 92% Merino wool, 6% nylon, 2% Lycra Features: 2 panels; flat-lock seams;…
By Paul Smith HOT! High-wicking fabric Light Day-long comfort Good looking Snug-fitting kit moves as your body moves NOT! Claimed aero advantage is hard to notice www.hincapie.com Cost: Jersey – $130 MSRP; Bib shorts – $140 MSRP How Obtained: review sample from company RBR Sponsor: no Time tested: 30 hours; several hundred miles Quality Fit…
