OK they were only a tenner from Lidl and the pad is about as thick as an empty packet of crisps but thought it was a sensible way to see if I liked them without spending ridiculous money. Already tried them on and although I look like a total prat they seem comfortable enough. First test ride awaits.....
First Bib Shorts (well tights) purchased. Gulp
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Peteaud
Veteran
- Location
- South Somerset
get a decent pair that are not from Lidl and you will look less of a prat...
Still look a prat, but not a cheapsake prat
My understanding is that it keeps the pad still and because there is no waistband there is no chance of it digging in at the waist.
PaulSecteur
No longer a Specialized fanboy
- Location
- Walsall, West Mids.
get a decent pair that are not from Lidl and you will look less of a prat...
To be perdantic... lidl or assos - i still look a prat. But with assos i can be a prat that goes further in more comfort!
I've got these :- http://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/CLPXCMBS/planet-x-clubman-bib-shorts - they're good & not tooo pricey. Done 1000+ Miles using 2 pairs of these, no signs of wear and good pads.
Saluki
World class procrastinator
- Location
- ...Norwich over the water.
They are super comfortable. Both Hubster and I have a pair each.
rb58
Enigma
- Location
- Bexley, Kent
Also that it keeps your back and kidneys warm(er) in the winter. I felt a bit of a n*bber when I first wore some, but I wouldn't wear anything else now. But you do get what you pay for - I suspect your lidl bargain will not be representative of what a decent quality pair can do for your riding. Check out Wiggle's own brand DHB for sensibly priced and well specced bibs.
ayceejay
Guru
- Location
- Rural Quebec
I don't get it. If you were a chef wearing check trousers an apron and a tall hat would you walk around all day wondering if people thought you were a nobber? Would you self consciously run in hob nailed boots and a boiler suit because someone might laugh at your shorts and vest?
If so let me break it to you slowly - you are a nobber.
If you are riding your bike down to Waitrose in the hope of meeting and impressing a young lady with your machismo study the Cabello catalogue or buy a BMW otherwise...
If so let me break it to you slowly - you are a nobber.
If you are riding your bike down to Waitrose in the hope of meeting and impressing a young lady with your machismo study the Cabello catalogue or buy a BMW otherwise...
The Mighty Boosh
Active Member
- Location
- Anglesey
I have 2 pairs of cheap summer tights which have lasted me some 3000 miles, next year I am going to buy some expensive ones in the hope they last more than one season
Peteaud
Veteran
- Location
- South Somerset
I run like a girl so they would laugh anyway.
Anyway, the video should help.
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xmD9QM8wGIg
