Kit Guide

bib shorts

Do You Wear Shorts Over Bib Shorts?

On the road, no — bib shorts are the outer layer. Off-road and commuting is a different question. What the extra layer costs you, and when it earns its place.

What to Wear Under a Trisuit

For most triathletes the answer is nothing. A trisuit is built to sit against the skin — here is where that rule holds, and the two exceptions.

How to Stop Bib Shorts Riding Up

Bib shorts ride up when the leg opening cannot hold against your thigh. How to work out whether it is the gripper, the size or the leg length.

Full-Zip vs Half-Zip Cycling Jerseys: Which Should You Ride?

A full zip opens all the way down; a half-zip stops mid-chest. What that actually changes on the bike, and which one to ride.

Gravel Cycling Kit: What's Actually Different

Gravel kit differs from road kit in four specific ways — fabric durability, on-body storage, coverage at the contact points, and a slightly less aggressive cut. What actually changes, and what carr...