Rated 3 out of
5
by
JenBen from
Don’t buy the green shorts!
Love the detachable bib and have in a different colour. Warning -don't buy the green colour, it is too light so you look like you’ve wet your pants following a summer ride. I’m disappointed as generally have no issue with Rapha clothing, I’d have thought they would have this sorted before making shorts of such a colour.
Date published: 2023-02-12
Rated 3 out of
5
by
AJ Hiltbrunner from
Ms
The product itself is great, however it’s not the best for petite persons. I took my measurements and got the correct size, but there’s a lot of slack in the bib. The chamois moves around and actually pinches on one side. It’s rather painful and it’s taken time to heal.
Date published: 2024-02-20
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Snow71 from
Almost perfect
Very comfy bibs. The snap makes nature breaks so much easier on long rides. My only complaint is that they are a little long on me, meaning the bib straps sag a bit. It would have been great if that snap also had a little adjustment to it. But, it hasn't bothered me or been an issue for 3 to 4 hour rides. The chamois is perfect for that distance and the fabric is buttery.
Date published: 2022-09-23
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Eric in Texas from
Game changing magnetic clasp system
My wife loves, loves, loves the connecting system in back. We do many charity road rallies during the year and for the longest time she would never wear bib shorts for the obvious reasons. This changes the game for her. She likes the great materials generally used by Rapha, and great styles and color pallettes. She is a visual artist, so a tough customer on that!
Date published: 2022-12-09
Rated 3 out of
5
by
cailin from
Somewhat disappointed
I have a few gripes with these bib shorts. First, the tightness of the thighs. I am on the upper end of S by waist and solidly size S by hips, but I ordered a M for extra comfort in the torso. I have strong thighs (as do many bikers) and these are very difficult to get on—that shouldn't be the case! Second, the pad is stiff and bulky. Maybe that'll improve with use, but it should feel natural from the get-go, not completely like a diaper.
Third, it squeaks. The fabric rubs against my saddle and feels... slippery? I think it makes a noise as it's rubbing, which is annoying, and which none of my other shorts have ever done. There is clear wear on the outer edges of the chamois from those contact points—that shouldn't happen after just a few rides. My years-old shorts have as much wear underneath as these do.
On the plus side, the color is stellar. The magnetic clasp works well, and they are comfortable from the hips up.
Date published: 2022-09-28
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Jules Mackenzie from
Don't hesitate - buy them!
These bib shorts are light and a pleasure to wear (atm on my indoor trainer.) I'm pleased that the straps are in a paler green instead of white (it makes them distinctive.) The quick buckle release will come into its own when I wear them outdoors - can't wait! My hips are 39" and I bought a medium.
Date published: 2023-01-23
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Anonymous from
The only shorts you’ll ever need
I love the magnetic catch which makes these bib shorts super easy to use at ‘comfort’ stops on long rides. The pad is amazing - used them on a 5 day tour which I hadn’t really done enough training for and zero issues! I can’t see me using any other shorts this summer
Date published: 2022-07-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Rosalind from
Near perfect
These are so great. The detachable-ness has led the shoulder straps to be a bit long for me, but that's not a big deal. Just doesn't feel as "hugging" in that respect as other Rapha bibs.
Date published: 2023-02-05
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Fitqueen from
Short girls beware
I ordered the wrong size. Good product. I’m 5’3 and the shorts were too long for me. Nothing negative to say about the product. Returned without issue. Thank you Rapha
Date published: 2023-03-05
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Regrottweiler from
Great bib shorts
These are really good! I was dubious but the magnetic clip works really well and it’s so much easier than having to take your top off.
Date published: 2022-07-07
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Anonymous from
Great in theory, but not for me
Had to return as grippers didn’t hold in place & bunching at the top of my thigh caused chaffing.
Date published: 2022-08-25
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Boxhill from
Practicality fabulous!
Love the fit and feel and above all practicality. The chamois is bulky.
Date published: 2022-08-11
Rated 4 out of
5
by
LianeJ from
Comfy, useful and look smart
These are great for convenience and comfort. The magnet clip works really well to take these off quickly for a pit stop without removing your jersey! Yet to test on a long ride, but going by rides so far think they'd be fairly comfy for the hundred mile mark. Straps slightly too long for me compared with usual, but not annoyingly so - assume this is to allow for them to pull down easily. Great set of bibs
Date published: 2023-06-24
Rated 4 out of
5
by
fitpreglady from
Stylish and comfortable
These shorts are so comfortable! I also can't imagine wearing bibs that don't have the quick release going forward. They are a more relaxed fit. I bought I size larger as maternity bibs, and so far they're great! My only minor complaint is that the back of the bib is very high on your back/neck, so it's a bit difficult (not impossible) to use the quick release system.
Date published: 2022-09-19
Rated 1 out of
5
by
JWall from
Great concept, but not made well
I bought these for the detachable bib. Within the first few wears the chamois thread came out and there was a tear in the shorts. I notified Rapha and they sent me a new pair. The second pair had the same issue with the chamois thread coming out in a huge way before I ever wore them. I thought it was an anomaly the first time but it happened a second time.
Date published: 2022-10-04
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Jessica B from
Great fit and very comfy
I very much dislike having to take everything off for a bathroom break on long rides so the detachable bib is a must for me. I was worried that the buckle would be hard to operate behind my back and would be uncomfortable but neither of those are true. They're easy to operate and I don't even notice the buckle even when my jersey pockets are full.
Date published: 2024-01-01
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Jen H from
2nd pair
These are my favourite bibshorts. The magnet detachable clip works well. Think you either love or hate the chamois basically. Aesthetically they don’t look as good as my MAAP bibshorts but that chamois is thinner and any ride longer than 1hr I start getting discomfort whilst I have ridden 6 hrs in these ones.
Date published: 2022-09-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Poppi from
The perfect pair of shorts
The perfect pair of shorts include an excellent chamois and a detachable bib. This chamois is thicker than the previous one that Rapha used, but after a bit of breaking in, I think it may be better. And the ability to take a mid-ride nature break without baring all is amazing.
Date published: 2022-11-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Judy D from
My Go-To bibs
My third pair! And my go-to shorts for any ride. Best nature-break design. The chamois is perfect…supportive without bulk. If you have trouble with saddle discomfort, these will help. Love the inseam length. Chamois stitching could be better, but I do wear them a lot.
Date published: 2023-05-17
Rated 5 out of
5
by
NicW from
Would buy again
These are a very comfortable pair of bib shorts. The legs are firm but not tight. The fabric is light weight and great for hot weather riding. I typically wear these on a 150km ride once a week as I love the convenience of the "drop tail" for short toilet stops.
Date published: 2023-02-23
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Runwoodyrun from
Perfect shorts for a female who enjoys long rides
Best shorts I have found , comfortable on very long rides. No pressure sores developed when I rode the Panceltic bike packing race in my others of these last summer . So much easier and quicker to go to the bathroom . Hope Rapha don’t ever stop making them
Date published: 2024-05-13
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Sam L from
Great bib shorts
These bib shorts are amazing. The fabric is light and breathable and the fit is perfect to size. No sausage legs here! The chamois is super comfortable for longer rides and most importantly, it's easy to go to the bathroom and get back on the bike quickly!
Date published: 2023-01-28
Rated 5 out of
5
by
MTBFrisco from
Love these Bibs!
I am new to biking and Rapha was recommended to me by more experienced riders. I love these bibs! They are very comfortable and I have had no irritation since I started wearing them. I love the detachable option. They are very easy to use.
Date published: 2022-09-12
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Shabadoodles from
Good long distance on the fly bib shorts
The color is nice, the fabric is superb, i really like it, medium fits my built well, wide hips and all, this is where the quality shows through. 5'1. 63kgs. Its contouring and performance enhancing. Detachable bib is a must.
Date published: 2022-09-23
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Marco1Revolt from
Spoiling my Wife
Bought as a gift for my wife( her first pair of bibs) . She love the comfort of the bibs and the convenience of the detatchable straps. Also, she commented on how comfortable the pad is and how well they fit her.
Date published: 2022-09-22
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Ds1257 from
All bibs should be detachable
I’m 5ft 9, around 10.5 stone and the Large fit perfectly. I own several of these and will never buy bib shorts without an easy nature break option
Date published: 2022-10-01
Rated 1 out of
5
by
Suzanne77 from
Would have been great w/out the spontaneous rip
well, these tore within 5 uses -- not super long rides either. Tore right along the padding seam, maybe because the fabric is so thin?
Date published: 2022-09-27
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Gem Pad from
Best for women
I love this bib especially during long rides. It was easy to got the bathroom during breaks. No need to remove my jersey .
Date published: 2024-03-01
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Marbroz from
Happy Wife Happy Life
Happy Wife Happy Life for the moment we have winter so wife tried on trainer bike but comfort and fitting is good
Date published: 2024-02-04
Rated 5 out of
5
by
JEL1 from
Useful and good fit
Already owned a pair but had put on weight and needed a larger size. These were as good as the first pair.
Date published: 2023-08-13