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Cargo Bib Shorts

Carry everything you would keep in a jersey

Description

*Also available as part of a bundle

The Cargo Bib Shorts can carry everything you would keep in a jersey. Tested for over a year across Europe, in the heat of the Australian outback and the rugged wilderness of Argentina, these shorts were designed to excel at extremes but are just as comfortable on the commute or club run.

By placing pockets on both legs and the upper back, these new bibs free you from the need for a traditional cycling jersey with pockets, letting you wear what you like. Pair them with a looser-fitting t-shirt for a more casual approach to riding, wherever your ride takes you.

Made with a new lightweight water-resistant material, these bib shorts perform in the rain, shedding water as you ride. Comfortable up to 30 degrees centigrade, they also perform just as well in the heat as they do the wet, making them the ideal bibs for every ride. The perforated chamois has been designed to ensure quick drying for multi-day adventures.

We tested the leg pockets to ensure your belongings are secure – whether you’re carrying a little or a lot, the stretch opening keeps the contents in place. The pockets on the back were positioned to sit above the waistband of our Cotton and Randonnée shorts. This lets you cover up when you’re not keen on lycra without losing access to your riding essentials.

Comfortable shorts are the cornerstone of every great ride, and now you don’t need anything else to set off. When you want just one piece of cycling kit for the job, the Cargo Bib Shorts will carry you through.

Read our bib short guide to find your perfect pair »

30-Day Guarantee

The Rapha Cargo Bib Shorts are covered by our 30-day guarantee. Ride them on any adventure, big or small, and if you're not 100% satisfied, send them back to us within 30 days of receipt for a full refund or credit.

“Rapha's new Cargo bib shorts are ideally suited to adventure rides where a less pro race look is desirable. They're also handy for commuting, audax, touring and any long distance cycling.”
David Arthur - road.cc

“I found there weren’t really any riding environments were the Brevet Technical T-shirt and Cargo bib shorts weren’t appropriate. To be able to boast such well-rounded performance is a rare and desirable trait and means as a rider you aren’t likely to regret investing in the kit.”
Sam Challis - cyclist.co.uk

“After well over 1500 miles of wearing them in the past couple of months, I can safely say the Rapha Cargo short quite possibly is the best pair of shorts I have ever worn.”
9/10 James Bracey - cyclingweekly.com

Features

Expanding mesh pockets on legs and back to encourage adventures big and small, whatever the outfit

Rapha's iconic Brevet stripes and reflective details to aid visibility when cycling in low light

Low-cut front upper for comfort on and off bike and to aid nature stops

Details and Materials

  • Leg pockets with secure stretch closure keep small items to hand
  • Back pockets mean you can forego the usual jersey
  • Two reflective stripes on both legs
  • Reflective stripe on the back of the shorts, ideally positioned for visibility on the road
  • Lower front yoke makes for easier toilet breaks
  • Same comfortable upper as Brevet Bib Shorts, with added stripe detail
  • Proven Brevet chamois pad, perforated to dry quickly, tested for long distance comfort
  • Comfortable Brevet fit suitable for long days in the saddle
  • 71% nylon
  • 29% elastane

FIT

Regular Fit

A close but relaxed fit, longer in the torso and suited to longer rides. Regular fit is applicable to our Classic, Brevet and Core ranges.

See our fit guide

Model wears a size medium. The Explore Cargo Bib Shorts are worn with a Brevet Base Layer.

Height 6ft 1
Weight 80kg

Sizing

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XS S M L XL XXL
Chest 85 91 97 103 108 114
Waist 70 75 81 87 93 99
Hips 87 92 98 104 110 115
Chest 33.5 36 38 40.5 42.5 45
Waist 27.5 29.5 32 34.5 36.5 39
Hips 34.5 36 38.5 41 43.5 45.5

HELP WITH MEASURING

HELP WITH MEASURING

1 CHEST

Using a tape measure, take the total measurement around the fullest part of your chest, holding the tape horizontally.

2 WAIST

Run the tape around the narrowest part of your waist holding the tape horizontally.

3 HIPS

Stand with your feet together and measure around the fullest point of the hip, keeping the tape measure horizontal.

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Care instructions

  • Machine wash 30°C
  • Do not bleach
  • Do not tumble dry
  • Do not iron
  • Do not dry clean
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Rated 3 out of 5 by from Great feel, but significanlty bleeds colour Coming out of the cold winter months, I used these for the first time yesterday. The fit is great, I love the pockets, however, one huge dissapointment: My favourite white long sleeve jersey made from a wool blend from Cafe du cycliste now has clear black marks all over the back. The cause is just my sweat in a 4 hours ride in 10 degree weather. I even washed the jersey twice after riding, but the stains do not disappear. So, make sure you either wash the shorts (several times) before combining with white garments, or make sure you ride all black :-(
Date published: 2020-04-01
Rated 5 out of 5 by from My Nee Favorite Bibs!! I got these “cargo” bibs because I hate having a seat bag. I’ve been carrying all my stuff in my jersey pockets and now I can spread it out and not feel like a chipmunk. The material on these is amazing. The chamois is thicker and a little and wider than my pro teams. I tested them on a 50 mile ride and felt great the entire ride. I was worried that having stuff in the leg pockets would bother me, but I didn’t even notice while riding. My only criticism is they seem a little long, I am guessing to make room for the pocket to be deep. I really didn’t need a second tan line, but the function makes them worth it.
Date published: 2018-03-29
Rated 2 out of 5 by from Disappointing I read in one of the reviews that the legs come up a bit wide but after putting in a call to Customer Services took a chance. Unfortunately in my normal size I found that they do! I tried sizing down but the shoulder straps were on the short side. I wasn't that impressed with the material anyway. Disappointed, as I thought they were a great idea and really wanted them to work. But at this sort of very high price point there isn't really room for compromise. Don't buy if your legs are on the skinny side!
Date published: 2018-07-24
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Complete Bib Shorts! It checks all the boxes for me: STYLE - the "cargo" name is misleading, these bibs are as sleek as the other Rapha ones. The pockets are very understated and yet are there when you need them. The Brevet color stripes are given a modern look behind the pocket. UTILITY - pockets at the back hold the volume of 2 essentials cases, freeing you up to wear more comfortable shirts. pockets in the legs have unexpectedly substantial volume capacity. So useful for on the go stuff: food, food wrappers after eating them, cards, lights, cap, etc. I'd use these on trails and MTB rides! THE REAL VALUE: the cloth. Its like a thin shadow cloth, it is almost hydrophobic,, water beads down. Breathable, tested in as much as 33c hot and humid ride for 3 hours, did not feel hot. SOME NOTES: while the "thin shadow" cloth dries in no time, chamois does not dry overnight in the humid Asian weather. Also, I feel insecure with an iphone in the pocket as it is thin and seems to be able to slide out unnoticed - best to put it in the back pocket. Lastly, while the thigh band of the Cargo BIB is comfortable, the PT Bib Shorts 2 still rules with its wide band, I find that better for all day rides.
Date published: 2018-04-21
Rated 5 out of 5 by from My Favourite Bibs I got these bibs just prior to an 260km MTB Ultra race in South Africa. The performed so well on an extreme ride that took 16 hours. The cargo pockets are discreet and totally functional. I love them and will be getting a second pair.
Date published: 2018-04-03
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Excellent storage, cut and hand need work The brevet bib shorts were bought to use for long distance cycling races, specifically, for MTB and gravel. The storage on the legs are really well situated for quick access items like gels and bananas when you don't want to do the mid-ride arm twist for your jersey storage. The low back storage is good for longer trip items to swap out with the leg storage. Now the not so good. They seem to be cut a little longer and use the gel grippers for the legs. The long cut is hotter on longer rides; however, I think the idea was to compress the whole upper leg for support. The grippers tend to dig into my leg which is of course not great on long rides. The material is not as soft as their classic bibs and seems to be heavier than the pro bibs which, again, I'm guessing is for longer ride support. The material doesn't breathe well and captures heat when wet. I'm comparing with the classic bibs in this sense and find that there is a wet suit feel to the brevet bibs once they are saturated. The classics just feel wet, but still retain the breathable element. Improvements could be 10mm shorter on the legs, switch to flat material grippers on the legs, some other material for the overall bib and rely on DWR coating as opposed to material for shedding water, lighter material on the low back straps on the inside and use the same mesh as the legs for the outer low back pockets (that way the whole back can eliminate wet or sweat).
Date published: 2018-05-30
Rated 5 out of 5 by from The pockets make all the difference I do a lot of adventure riding, riding while camping and bike touring and these shorts are amazing for keeping the things you need close by and easily accessible. Usually when you are riding multiple days in a row, you need to make stops to buy groceries or other items, having the ability to put your wallet and phone in the pockets is a huge plus to keep your hands free. I even ride with them in the pockets sometimes and there is no movement and you can't tell anything is there. One thing I will note is your phone will get sweaty, so may not be the best place for it. Overall really happy with these and they add so much versatility.
Date published: 2019-06-28
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Super comfortable & ready for adventure. I haven't been able to fully test these bibs out over a long period but from what i have experienced is that they are super comfortable - both on the trainer and on the road. I love having the extra pockets as well - a simple idea perfectly executed. I'm more used to the Pro Team grippers and probably prefer them but these are also fine. I take a L in Pro Team and also a L in these was perfect.
Date published: 2018-03-24
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Im 6ft 155pd with 33in w. Should I get medium or large?

Asked by: Racerx
We would recommend medium
Answered by: Rapha_Philip
Date published: 2020-03-26

I’m allergic to silicon and was wondering if this pair of shorts has that at the thigh areas thank you. 

Asked by: Xtac10101
Hi. Yes, it has a silicon strap on the thigh areas.
Answered by: Dorottya
Date published: 2020-03-07

How do they compare to my Rapha Brevet bib shorts which I find to be the most uncomfortable piece of kit I own.  Is the Chamios improved

Asked by: Harold H
They are very similar to the most recent Brevet Bib Short. The only difference is the Cargo Bib Shorts have pockets.
Answered by: Rapha_AG
Date published: 2019-10-11

What is the difference between the 'Cargo Bib shorts' and the 'Core Cargo bib shorts'. I'm riding 4+hr training rides and wondered what the difference is (other than the price). Most importantly I am looking for comfort in the saddle.

Asked by: JnrJones
The Core Cargo is our entry level bib and while excellent and useful, does not have the same advanced fit and fabric of the more expensive version. The more expensive version has DWR treatment for water resistance, a fast drying chamois for all-day comfort, and much better leg grippers. It also has enhanced reflective elements.
Answered by: Rapha_DC
Date published: 2019-09-25

Hey - I am a size 31 inch waist so right in between S and M What would you recommend?

Asked by: Chillsoc
With this 31 inch waist measurement , you would need the size Small.
Answered by: Rapha_MF
Date published: 2019-09-09

I bought Rapha BiB short Pro Team Flyweight and Pro Team Sky, so perfect. The Cargo Core Bib short in size S is too tight on my belly, so I think the model and fabric are really different from this one. Which size? About me: 170cm and 64kg (93-79-93)

Asked by: Owen_GOODHEART
Hi. If the S is uncomfortable for you, I would recommend the size M.
Answered by: Lyle
Date published: 2019-08-26

Hi, I would be interested to purchase the cargo bib shorts. My measurements are 95 85 100. Normally I choose size M (classic jersey). What size would you recommend for the bib shorts, M or L? Thanks!

Asked by: tboldt
Without knowing your height and weight, you seem to be right in between a size medium and large. Depending on how tall you are, I would recommend a size medium.
Answered by: Rapha_AG
Date published: 2019-08-24

How does the leg length compare to the Pro Team long versions in size Medium?

Asked by: Db89
It will be slightly shorter by around 1 - 2 cm.
Answered by: Rapha_DC
Date published: 2019-08-25
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