Ladies tights...

lost_in_thought

Hello ladies... And you guys too if you have any ideas...

I'm not talking about hosiery, no, I'm on about bib tights...

I would like some which include the following features:

1. Padded
2. Wearable with nothing/undies only underneath - not like these
3. Have stirrups that loop around your feet

Any suggestions?

ride_whenever

the assos one with the single bib bit, then pixs...


More seriously try the dhb ones, my GF really gets on with the endura kit too.

lost_in_thought

Those Assos ones are ridiculous. I mean really.

They were clearly designed by men for men... enlarge the picture here to see what I'm on about...

I can only find normal dhb tights, not bib ones...

always_tyred

The ship of the desert.

lost_in_thought

Always Tyred wrote:

The ship of the desert.

A camel? How will it help me? Don't think they're wearable without anything underneath...

hisoka

I lost all ability to rationally think about the question with the links. Mostly as I went "how the hell are you supposed to wear a bra with that strap going so tight down the middle?".
Damn my logical brain, I should be thinking more smuttily!
But back to the question, I do have a female friend who also says the DHB ones are great, but haven't asked about the items to be worn along with them such as undies/nothing.

fly-pie

Not quite what you are after, but I wear these in winter::
ALTURA MISTRAL WOMENS WINDPROOF TIGHT
http://www.cyclestore.co.uk/productDetails.asp?productID=12079&categoryID=211
and I would certainly recommend them as they kept even me warm during the coldest and wettest winter days.

I did see some different bib ones in the women's section on http://www.wiggle.co.uk
but I've never worn bib tights myself so I can't comment on that.

Bassjunkieuk

hisoka wrote:

I lost all ability to rationally think about the question with the links. Mostly as I went "how the hell are you supposed to wear a bra with that strap going so tight down the middle?".
Damn my logical brain, I should be thinking more smuttily!
But back to the question, I do have a female friend who also says the DHB ones are great, but haven't asked about the items to be worn along with them such as undies/nothing.

Having had a look at the link in question I'd suggest that the bra would go on over the top of the bi tights, not that it looks like that model would need more then a vest........

greg66_tri_v2.0

Bassjunkieuk wrote:

Having had a look at the link in question I'd suggest that the bra would go on over the top of the bi tights, not that it looks like that model would need more then a vest........

Schoolgirl error, according to my female cycling mates.

Going to the loo then becomes a "tits ooot" affair, which it shouldn't really need to be.

lits - don't get tights with an insert. They'll spend more time in the wash than on you (not a comment on your personal hygiene, I hasten to add, and about which I know nothing, I even hastener to add). Get one pair of tights and a few pairs of either those padded inserts or bibs shorts to wear under under them.

BTW: Assos stuff is hideously expensive but is genuinely cut to fit when you're in a cycling position. Feels a bit odd walking around in it but feels like a glove when you're on the bike. Cheaper & v good alt is Endura roubaix tights, although they have a pad - see above.

lost_in_thought

Agreed, the cunning plan would not be to strip completely naked in order to go to the loo... so bra under bib tights, as well as possibly a skin-tight wicking layer for v cold days.

Interesting point re. the insert, I'll bear it in mind. When I find something I like I tend to buy 3, one on, one in the wash one in the drawer and all that.

However, I want to (theoretically) be able to wear the top half as a top without too much fuss, so anything like the link in the first post is out.

EDIT: Greg, those assos ladies bib tights are ridiculous. Stop defending them. :roll:

greg66_tri_v2.0

lost_in_thought wrote:

However, I want to (theoretically) be able to wear the top half as a top without too much fuss, so anything like the link in the first post is out.

EDIT: Greg, those assos ladies bib tights are ridiculous. Stop defending them. :roll:

I meant Assos stuff in general, not those in particular. Although I don't see why wandering around with your hands full amounts to "too much fuss". Honestly. Burds. Always complaining about something.

always_tyred

Did I zoom in on the wong part of the picture? :oops:

lost_in_thought

Greg66 wrote:

lost_in_thought wrote:

However, I want to (theoretically) be able to wear the top half as a top without too much fuss, so anything like the link in the first post is out.

EDIT: Greg, those assos ladies bib tights are ridiculous. Stop defending them. :roll:

I meant Assos stuff in general, not those in particular. Although I don't see why wandering around with your hands full amounts to "too much fuss". Honestly. Burds. Always complaining about something.

alfablue

lost_in_thought wrote:

Those Assos ones are ridiculous. I mean really.

They were clearly designed by men for men... enlarge the picture here to see what I'm on about...

I can only find normal dhb tights, not bib ones...

LIT, I don't understand, my gf has regular bibs and the straps go uncomfortably over her breasts, we thought the Assos ones would be much better (I am planning to buy them for her for xmas), do you really think they are a bad design?

avoidingmyphd

lit do you mean the assos ones were designed "by men for men (to look at)" or "by men for men (to wear)"?

lost_in_thought

alfablue wrote:

LIT, I don't understand, my gf has regular bibs and the straps go uncomfortably over her breasts, we thought the Assos ones would be much better (I am planning to buy them for her for xmas), do you really think they are a bad design?

For me, they're useless. I go from being too cold to being too hot very quickly with exertion, so would want the top half of any bib-type thing to be wearable on its own with a sports bra underneath. The assos one doesn't fit the bill, but I have now found this which I will buy.

I agree that the mens-style ones would be uncomfortable, but the skin between and above breasts is some of the thinner skin on the body, little or no fat below it, and can chafe easily, which is another reason I think the assos one is not ideal especially if worn next to the skin. Depends on what your gf wants and how she wears it.

avoidingmyphd wrote:

lit do you mean the assos ones were designed "by men for men (to look at)" or "by men for men (to wear)"?

What do you think...?

hisoka

lost_in_thought wrote:

alfablue wrote:

LIT, I don't understand, my gf has regular bibs and the straps go uncomfortably over her breasts, we thought the Assos ones would be much better (I am planning to buy them for her for xmas), do you really think they are a bad design?

For me, they're useless. I go from being too cold to being too hot very quickly with exertion, so would want the top half of any bib-type thing to be wearable on its own with a sports bra underneath. The assos one doesn't fit the bill, but I have now found this which I will buy.

I agree that the mens-style ones would be uncomfortable, but the skin between and above breasts is some of the thinner skin on the body, little or no fat below it, and can chafe easily, which is another reason I think the assos one is not ideal especially if worn next to the skin. Depends on what your gf wants and how she wears it.

Only saying damn nice set there you found. Now just to find a single cycling lady and I know what to buy as a present

alfablue

lost_in_thought wrote:

alfablue wrote:

LIT, I don't understand, my gf has regular bibs and the straps go uncomfortably over her breasts, we thought the Assos ones would be much better (I am planning to buy them for her for xmas), do you really think they are a bad design?

For me, they're useless. I go from being too cold to being too hot very quickly with exertion, so would want the top half of any bib-type thing to be wearable on its own with a sports bra underneath. The assos one doesn't fit the bill, but I have now found this which I will buy.

I agree that the mens-style ones would be uncomfortable, but the skin between and above breasts is some of the thinner skin on the body, little or no fat below it, and can chafe easily, which is another reason I think the assos one is not ideal especially if worn next to the skin. Depends on what your gf wants and how she wears it.

Thanks LIT, but does the Assos one preclude wearing a sports bra underneath? Obviously my inexperience in these matters is showing...

lost_in_thought

alfablue wrote:

lost_in_thought wrote:

alfablue wrote:

LIT, I don't understand, my gf has regular bibs and the straps go uncomfortably over her breasts, we thought the Assos ones would be much better (I am planning to buy them for her for xmas), do you really think they are a bad design?

For me, they're useless. I go from being too cold to being too hot very quickly with exertion, so would want the top half of any bib-type thing to be wearable on its own with a sports bra underneath. The assos one doesn't fit the bill, but I have now found this which I will buy.

I agree that the mens-style ones would be uncomfortable, but the skin between and above breasts is some of the thinner skin on the body, little or no fat below it, and can chafe easily, which is another reason I think the assos one is not ideal especially if worn next to the skin. Depends on what your gf wants and how she wears it.

Thanks LIT, but does the Assos one preclude wearing a sports bra underneath? Obviously my inexperience in these matters is showing...

Now, I haven't tried them on, so all of the below is speculation...

It depends a bit on the type of sports bra, I'd say... one which goes in in the middle like this should be fine, but wouldn't protect the skin where the 'Y' of the bib sits.

A sports bra like this, however, might make the top of the bib tighter than it ought to be, and could lift the 'Y' away from the skin.

I'd reckon it depends on how close-cut the top half of the bib is.

If anyone has one of these, jump in and correct me!!

avoidingmyphd

can't believe I'm joining in the boob talk.

I'm sure you can wear a bra under the assos ones, but the problem is that you have to wear something on top of them as well. LIT doesn't want to be obliged to wear another layer.

(by way of excusing my participation, this is the same reason my wife can't wear the assos ones. She has to leave home with 10,000 layers on and strip down to the bottom one by the first set of lights! The assos one is not an appropriate bottom layer! Those ones you found LIT are brill. xmas thank you!)

alfablue

Thanks LIT - I can see the problem with the second bra type, I think GF is more of a number 1 type. I don't know if this works but I do wear a base layer under my bib tights (obviously I don't have boobs), but I assume it would be okay with the assos too.

lost_in_thought

So, to round off this thread, the northwave tights arrived, and I wore them for the ride home like an excitable schoolkid with a new pair of shoes.

And I have to say I'm really impressed. The construction is excellent, there seems to be some compression going on or something, but they're probably the best cycling garment I've worn.

Only a couple of minor sizing niggles, they're a bit too short in the leg, which isn't a huge surprise, and they don't really allow for the larger-chested lady in the top half. The locking zip only stayed locked for about 3 seconds, but fortunately the tiny safety pin they attach the label with works very well as a zip lock.

I will be getting another pair or two.

ride_whenever

has anyone found anything suitable for the larger chested lady?

greg66_tri_v2.0

lost_in_thought wrote:

So, to round off this thread, the northwave tights arrived, and I wore them for the ride home like an excitable schoolkid with a new pair of shoes.

And I have to say I'm really impressed. The construction is excellent, there seems to be some compression going on or something, but they're probably the best cycling garment I've worn.

Only a couple of minor sizing niggles, they're a bit too short in the leg, which isn't a huge surprise, and they don't really allow for the larger-chested lady in the top half. The locking zip only stayed locked for about 3 seconds, but fortunately the tiny safety pin they attach the label with works very well as a zip lock.

I will be getting another pair or two.

Sooooo... let me get this straight.

You've got long legs, and knockers big enough to bust a zip wide open.

And you're an investment manager.

Ooooh. I think I just heard the sound of Don_Don being trampled to death as the queue surged forward... :shock:

_Brun_

Greg66 wrote:

lost_in_thought wrote:

Only a couple of minor sizing niggles, they're a bit too short in the leg, which isn't a huge surprise, and they don't really allow for the larger-chested lady in the top half.

Sooooo... let me get this straight.

You've got long legs, and knockers big enough to bust a zip wide open.

Oh dear. I was going to say something about 'great minds...' but it somehow doesn't seem appropriate in the circumstances. :oops:

prj45

lost_in_thought wrote:

but I have now found this

I wonder if a man chose the price for those? Bill and Ted's favourite number.

Tranced

But they are "anatomical cut "

lost_in_thought

For Investment Manager, you really ought to add 'pending unemployment'...

It's the bit between the leg and the chest that lets me down, but I'm working on it!

To be honest, anyone with more up top than Kate Moss would probably suffer the same issue with the zip, the reviews on www.shecycles.com say the same thing. But they're definitely the best ones I've tried on - went to my LBS and tried a few on my way in this morning - so I would recommend them.

Just don't chuck out the safety pin on the label! You may well need it! Oh, and check out the review on shecycles.

unclemalc

lost_in_thought wrote:

Hello ladies... And you guys too if you have any ideas...

I'm not talking about hosiery, no, I'm on about bib tights...

I would like some which include the following features:

1. Padded
2. Wearable with nothing/undies only underneath - not like these
3. Have stirrups that loop around your feet

Any suggestions?

LIT - if you're not sure and don't want to spend lots of dosh experimenting, try the Aldi winter bibtights. I use them and while I will freely admit they are probably not as superduper as Assos etc, I think they were the best tenner I spent this autumn. My wife tried them 'just to see' and had no problem with the bra thing under them.
I wear a thin long-sleeved merino base layer under them and its all very comfy.
The pad is 'odd' but effective, and is as comfy as any other pad in my other bibs and shorts.
I usually get 'XL' sizing but these were a 'L' and fit fine.

Wooliferkins

I'm in the same situation as alfa re the assos tights. None of the women in my club wear bibs because of the chafing and hassle of the complete disrobe to go to the loo. Girls what is the way forward?
Campag have a womens racing bib on thier site which seems to have a bib that unfastens. I still reckon it will be a faff but what are your thoughts? The Campag site link defaults to the non race womens range so click on the first female profile from the left beneath "tech info" this should take you to "race woman" then click on the image to enlarge.

lost_in_thought

Problem with those Campagnolo ones for the faff side would be that you'd still have to take off anything you were wearing over them to get them off, and even if I've misunderstood the way they fasten you'd probably struggle to thread the braces back through your clothing and do them back up again.

I don't think there's an easy answer! Either wear bibs and accept the hassle, or don't!