Kit Guide

bib shorts

Do You Need Cargo Bib Shorts?

Cargo bibs add leg pockets for gels, tools and snacks within easy reach. Worth it for long, gravel and bikepacking rides; less so for short road rides.

How Should Cycling Bib Shorts Fit?

Bib shorts should fit snug and supportive like a second skin, holding the chamois firmly with no bunching. How the legs, chamois and straps should fit.

Long Sleeve vs Short Sleeve Base Layer: Which Do You Need?

Short-sleeve is the versatile year-round default; long-sleeve adds arm warmth for winter. Neither is better — how to choose your base layer sleeve length.

Bib Shorts vs Bib Tights: Which Do You Need?

Bib shorts for warm weather, bib tights for cold, leg warmers to bridge between. Neither is better — which you need comes down to the temperature.

Merino vs Synthetic Base Layer for Cycling: Which Is Better?

Merino controls odour and temperature; synthetic wicks and dries faster and lasts longer. Neither is better — here's how to choose your cycling base layer fabric.