Assos F1 Uno

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  • Chris Swansea
    Chris Swansea Posts: 78
    NapoleonD wrote:
    It can be 'done up'...

    I couldn't work out how!
    Just a loop through a hole? I must be missing something pretty obvious here ND!
    Trying my best to do 300 miles a month on and off road.
  • A Load Of Bull
    A Load Of Bull Posts: 29
    OK, so I'm tempted to buy a pair of Assos shorts...

    Can anyone explain to me the difference between the Mille, the Uno and the FI13 is?

    What I think I've gleaned so far is that the Mille has a larger 4 panel insert, the others have a smaller 6 panel insert (So what?) and that the Mille is better suited to long (80 mile plus) rides...

    Have tried the Assos website but I'm not getting it ... :?
  • giant_man
    giant_man Posts: 6,878
    [quote="A Load Of Bull"]OK, so I'm tempted to buy a pair of Assos shorts...

    Can anyone explain to me the difference between the Mille, the Uno and the FI13 is?

    What I think I've gleaned so far is that the Mille has a larger 4 panel insert, the others have a smaller 6 panel insert (So what?) and that the Mille is better suited to long (80 mile plus) rides...

    Have tried the Assos website but I'm not getting it ... :?[/quote]

    http://www.assos.com/#/technology/

    If you look at point 4 in the links at the top of the page, you will see the differences between them. It's basically shape and coverage. But the FI.13 is touted as the best one if you have the budget ... although the Uno S5 is very popular. C+ giving it a high score in a recent shorts test certainly helped of course.
  • Ainsy8
    Ainsy8 Posts: 28
    OK so have made up my mind to get some Assos bibshorts

    Was looking to get the FI Uno S5's but have noticed the older Assos FI.13 S2 for the same price.

    Would I be better sticking with the newer Uno S5's or going for the FI.13's with the S2?
  • giant_man
    giant_man Posts: 6,878
    That depends if the size they have in stock, probably limited, is your size. Otherwise there's no point. Fine shorts with the S2 insert though that's for sure.
  • Ainsy8
    Ainsy8 Posts: 28
    Yeah a tough one as both in my size (Small).

    Unsure wether the S5 is such an improvement over the S2 to warrant this purchase or wether the cut and material on the 13 warrants purchase over the Uno.

    The 13's are actually slightly cheaper.

    Decisions Decisions...maybe one of each
  • giant_man
    giant_man Posts: 6,878
    Maybe one of each, I have to say I have the S2 pad in both my older assos shorts (FI.13s) and my Airprotec tights (Mille pad), but I would say different to the S5 insert as in the Unos.

    The S2 is a fine pad and very comfortable. If you can get them at a good price (I'm guessing Ribble) and they fit you, then go for it. You won't regret it.

    http://www.ribblecycles.co.uk/productde ... SSOZBBS350
  • Road Red
    Road Red Posts: 232
    How long should a pair of Assos shorts last?

    I've seen comments that some people have them for years. I've been Etape training over the last 6 months and have probaly clocked up 6,000kms in the shorts. Starting to feel that the pad is wearing a bit thin.

    Time for a new pair?
  • cougie
    cougie Posts: 22,512
    Dunno but I saw a bloke wearing his at the weekend and they'd gone seethrough just by his bum crack. Not quite sure how you wear them out there ?

    I didnt stay on his wheel long !
  • giant_man
    giant_man Posts: 6,878
    Had mine for over 5 years now ... dunno if you can see my bum crack though :roll:
  • andydale
    andydale Posts: 12
    I also have a question on sizing, I am 30" waist, 5' 8", & 68kilos - so if you go by height I should take a M, but if you go by build I should take a S - any advice from any similar shapes.
    I know it is best to try them, but what feels OK in the shop may be different after a few hours riding.
  • agnello
    agnello Posts: 239
    they're pretty robust.

    I crashed in mine coming off the Col du Glandon. Removed plenty of skin off my hip but not even any bobbling or scuffs on the shorts!

    A friend has, however, worn his a bit thin after 3 years of many long sportives.
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  • simon johnson
    simon johnson Posts: 1,064
    andydale wrote:
    I also have a question on sizing, I am 30" waist, 5' 8", & 68kilos - so if you go by height I should take a M, but if you go by build I should take a S - any advice from any similar shapes.
    I know it is best to try them, but what feels OK in the shop may be different after a few hours riding.

    I'm 5'8", 31" waist and weigh 78 kilos (chunky thighs :shock: ) and wear a medium, which feel just fine, so I guess a medium would be about right for you also.
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  • andydale
    andydale Posts: 12
    The point is under 70 kilos is suppose to be a S.
    Anyone 5'7" or 5'8" using a S.
  • El Conejo Ingles
    El Conejo Ingles Posts: 155
    You rotters, this thread has cost me one hundred nicker.

    Although I'm sure my perineum will thank you :oops: .
    Self confessed King of The Mole Hill
  • A Load Of Bull
    A Load Of Bull Posts: 29
    You rotters, this thread has cost me one hundred nicker.

    Although I'm sure my perineum will thank you .

    Yep, same here. Not sure I can afford to continue browing this forum much longer...
  • Ainsy8
    Ainsy8 Posts: 28
    Tell me about it!

    1 pair of Uno S5's and FI 13 S2's on the way.
  • Garry H
    Garry H Posts: 6,639
    andydale wrote:
    The point is under 70 kilos is suppose to be a S.
    Anyone 5'7" or 5'8" using a S.

    I'm 5'7" and about 67 kilos and wear a M. They're slightly too big, a S would have been better
  • A Load Of Bull
    A Load Of Bull Posts: 29
    I'm 5'8", 31" waist and weigh 78 kilos (chunky thighs ) and wear a medium, which feel just fine, so I guess a medium would be about right for you also.

    I'm 5' 8", 31" waist and weigh 79kilos. Chunky thighs too - extra kg must come from being hung like a horse...

    :D:lol::D
  • doyler78
    doyler78 Posts: 1,951
    A Load Of Bull wrote:
    I'm 5'8", 31" waist and weigh 78 kilos (chunky thighs ) and wear a medium, which feel just fine, so I guess a medium would be about right for you also.

    I'm 5' 8", 31" waist and weigh 79kilos. Chunky thighs too - extra kg must come from being hung like a horse...

    :D:lol::D

    I think your name says it all :lol::lol:
  • simon johnson
    simon johnson Posts: 1,064
    doyler78 wrote:
    A Load Of Bull wrote:
    I'm 5'8", 31" waist and weigh 78 kilos (chunky thighs ) and wear a medium, which feel just fine, so I guess a medium would be about right for you also.

    I'm 5' 8", 31" waist and weigh 79kilos. Chunky thighs too - extra kg must come from being hung like a horse...

    :D:lol::D

    I think your name says it all :lol::lol:

    :D:D
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  • Carlos13
    Carlos13 Posts: 152
    A Load Of Bull wrote:
    I'm 5' 8", 31" waist and weigh 79kilos. Chunky thighs too - extra kg must come from being hung like a horse...

    :D:lol::D

    I was worried about sizing, since performance cyclewear seems to be designed for the, ummm, more svelte participant. I'm 6'0, 36ish inch waist, 90kg and the Large is fine. It appears - as I think someone else pointed out - that it's more to do with length than girth :D
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  • A Load Of Bull
    A Load Of Bull Posts: 29
    OK, so it seems there are stock issues with the Assos Bibshirts... still no stock so I just got my money refunded...

    ... And immediately spent it on some of these instead!!!

    http://www.rapha.cc/team-issue-bib-shorts

    :lol:
  • bendertherobot
    bendertherobot Posts: 11,684
    A Load Of Bull wrote:
    OK, so it seems there are stock issues with the Assos Bibshirts... still no stock so I just got my money refunded...

    ... And immediately spent it on some of these instead!!!

    http://www.rapha.cc/team-issue-bib-shorts

    :lol:

    I returned a pair of those today because there was no way, after wearing S5 Uno's etc, that I could possibly wear them. Fashionable or not.

    Going to get some Mille's after the refund.
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  • sturmey
    sturmey Posts: 964
    I'm 6' tall, 34 inch inside leg ,34 waist. The large unos fit me fine.

    Yes,the legs are shorter than other makes of shorts but i prefer that. Don't like 'em when they come down to your knees. Would rather have them short as if doing a Sean Yates impersonation.
  • bendertherobot
    bendertherobot Posts: 11,684
    sturmey wrote:
    I'm 6' tall, 34 inch inside leg ,34 waist. The large unos fit me fine.

    Yes,the legs are shorter than other makes of shorts but i prefer that. Don't like 'em when they come down to your knees. Would rather have them short as if doing a Sean Yates impersonation.

    The Rapha ones I tried were over my kneecaps. :oops:
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  • cogidubnus
    cogidubnus Posts: 860
    Ok- not sure on the size to go for.

    I'm 6.2 which would suggest XL but im only 32 inch waist and weigh in at about 75 kilos. My concern is that the XL will be far too loose but a smaller size wont be long enough. Alas not got a LBS who stocks them..
  • simon johnson
    simon johnson Posts: 1,064
    Cogidubnus wrote:
    Ok- not sure on the size to go for.

    I'm 6.2 which would suggest XL but im only 32 inch waist and weigh in at about 75 kilos. My concern is that the XL will be far too loose but a smaller size wont be long enough. Alas not got a LBS who stocks them..

    That's tough. I'd be inclined treat height as the overiding factor since most say Assos are cut short (although I didn't find this at all). I guess you're buying online? Last time I was in that predicament I ordered through Wiggle; two sizes and returned the set that didn't fit. Really wasn't a hassle and I'm sure that it's done frequently, all in all it took less than a week from ordering to the refund being back in my account - superb service I have to say.

    Or even call the shop you're buying from and speak to their clothing man/woman; I'm sure he/she'll be able to help.
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  • cogidubnus
    cogidubnus Posts: 860
    Thats a good suggestion, cheers mate
  • cogidubnus
    cogidubnus Posts: 860
    If it helps anyone I eventually decided to keep the large. The extra large (as assos suggested) fitted but the grippers on the leg were loose. On the otherhand the large is a really good snug fit.

    In conclusion if you are a tall beanpole like me I would advocate getting a size less than they suggest on the height chart. I'm 6'3 by the way

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