Tights... do I need suspenders?

As it was a bit chilly today and the prospect of pedalling in shorts every morning is getting less and less appealing.
I was looking at getting some nice warm (but not nessacarily waterproof) trousers. Tights seem like a good option but was unsure on which ones to go for? Or as the thread title suggested do I get the bib-style, whats the advantage?
My commute is only 5 miles each way so I'm not going for too long something that just will breath but also block out the wind-chill factor! Also padded as I miss it when I don't have it..... :shock: Plus no more than £40....
I saw these and thought they looked pretty good (I love Specialized!) - unsure if they have padding though....
http://www.evanscycles.com/products/spe ... s-ec011826
Your thoughts as always would be welcomed with open arms!
I was looking at getting some nice warm (but not nessacarily waterproof) trousers. Tights seem like a good option but was unsure on which ones to go for? Or as the thread title suggested do I get the bib-style, whats the advantage?
My commute is only 5 miles each way so I'm not going for too long something that just will breath but also block out the wind-chill factor! Also padded as I miss it when I don't have it..... :shock: Plus no more than £40....
I saw these and thought they looked pretty good (I love Specialized!) - unsure if they have padding though....
http://www.evanscycles.com/products/spe ... s-ec011826
Your thoughts as always would be welcomed with open arms!
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personally I'd only ever go bib any more - shorts or longs. More comfortable, don't start to ride down, keep lower back warm etc.
Am on the look out for a pair myself. Bibs have the advantage of covering up your lower back and sides.
Looks like they've got padding. And go for the fleece lining option - you'll definitely appreciate it.
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I think you might be right! on re-reading the page they definately sound like it!
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As for fleece lining though, the only downside is that when they do get wet (not if cos they're never propoerly waterproof no matter what it claims), they'll take much longer to dry out.
In winter I've alwasy used a pair of normal bib shorts and a pair of non padded long tights over the top, the double alyer around the mid section increases insulation. If you need anymore get some thermal underwear. It's all about layering.
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It's not easy going into a shop and asking to try on tights....just, for the love of god, make sure it's a bike shop you go into!!!
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I would not recommend suspenders...they chafe and everyone will think your a hooker.
Firstly, all the tights and bibs are small or extra small (I certainly do not fall into this criteria!) Secondly, I prefer man-wh*re if you don't mind! Tisk......
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Yeah not too bad all in. The main thing is keeping the wind out rather than the wet I reckon and wear light enough layers that it dries as much as possible during the day before you have to put it on again that evening to ride home.
The trouble with full on waterproofs is the bulk of carrying them, they're cumbersome to ride with and act like a sail in the wind, bu that's purely my preference.
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