Replacment Winter bibs

donkey600

Hi all,

im currently running DHB Vaeon Zero bib tights, as my winter riding tights....the bibs are good, but soon as the temps goes to 6ish degrees I find them a tad cold.for commuting to work ive started wearing waterproof shorts to keep me a tad warmer....

Well, as Santa is on his way, ive asked for some warmer winter bibs. what are peoples thoughts on some good winter bibs budget upto £130....im looking at these so far.

Sportful R&D bib tights
Pearl Izumi Elite Amfib Bib Tight
Santini Triton Windstopper bib tights

I like to ride all winter, probably around a 100mile a week, last year I tried two bibs, knee warmers etc etc, and really struggled to keep chill out.....

Assistance appreciated.....

antsmithmk

Castelli cafe has some good deals on their exclusive kits at the moment. Bib tights are 40 quid and most sizes available. You do get what you pay for. I got some DHB bibs for 30 quid a couple of weeks ago and.they will only be used for hacking around on the CX pre race or for CX rides in the woods when it's warmer and I don't care if they get pulled or rips from twigs.etc

the_rover

ive got some Castelli sorpasso bib tights, I use the normal type for above 6 degrees and the windproof version for under that temp.
Both are excellent with a great pad.

redvision

Stick with DHB. Go for these http://www.wiggle.co.uk/dhb-aeron-deep-winter-bib-tight/
(Be quick and order before the discount codes expire)

northpole

[url=http://www.bikeradar.com/forums/viewtopic.php?p=19760158#p19760158]The Rover[/url] wrote:

ive got some Castelli sorpasso bib tights, I use the normal type for above 6 degrees and the windproof version for under that temp.
Both are excellent with a great pad.

Sorpasso's were a real surprise for me - much better than I anticipated with a very comfortable pad - much better than the dhb's pad I have (think they are pro version). Agree they aren't going to keep you warm lower than 6 or 7 Celsius, at which point I would revert to Assos. What temp range do the wind proof version deal with?

Peter

the_rover

I've worn mine down to -2 and felt comfortable but I was also wearing a quality merino base layer, mortirolo jacket and north wave winter boots. Still I'm very impressed with them Peter.

Monty Dog

I've had Sorpassos for 5 years (2 pairs) and they're great down to about 5 degrees. I've also got some Castelli Windproof tights - the problem being they can get clammy when working hard. I've just got some Sportful Total Comfort bib-tights which are awesome - they're not windproof, but have a double-layer of thermal fabric in all the all the right places. Wore them for 7 hours at 5 degrees the other weekend - like the Sorpassos, you don't notice good tights on a long ride. I'm doing a bike race in the arctic in February and they'll be my base layer - I need something warm, that breathes and doesn't trap perspiration.

northpole

Thanks for the feedback Rover & Monty.

Peter

redvision

Bikeradar have a review on selected winter bibs here:
http://www.bikeradar.com/road/gear/article/cycling-tights-the-best-winter-bib-tights-assos-mille-castelli-sorpasso-and-more-45875/

donkey600

Yes cheers for all the feedback, think I mayt go for the castelli sor windproof tights....

donkey600

Just a quick update, I got some Castelli Sorpasso Wind. Fit was snug, went out this morning to try out new bibs,and did around 30 miles, 4 degrees and very light rain....

My backside is still bloody freezing, ive also found there is a chaffing hole appeared on backside area where the cloth joins the pad, so not really impressed...going to send back for a refund...

Now back to the drawing board, might try the Castelli Polare Due Windproof....how is everybody else getting on...

Stu

robbo2011

I think you might need to bite the bullet and get the Assos Mille tights. They'll last a long time so the price is not so bad in the long run.

northpole

Very surprised that you have a problem of wear in the Sorpasso's - mine have been very hard wearing. I suspect you have been a bit unlucky with the pair you received.

I also have heavier duty Assos bib longs but when the temperature is below 5 and there is drizzle/ light rain, I rely on the likes of rapha winter embrocation very lightly applied to knees, thighs and butt cheeks to help fight off cold. I am a bit of a softie though and try not to go out any distance in such conditions!

Peter

donkey600

WOW that cream looks great.......

Regarding the Assos Mille tights, is this the S5 or S7....

robbo2011

I would go for the S7 version myself as I find the S7 pads are more comfortable and the S7 tights have a water resistant treatment.

bianchimoon

[url=http://www.bikeradar.com/forums/viewtopic.php?p=19760015#p19760015]donkey600[/url] wrote:

Hi all,

im currently running DHB Vaeon Zero bib tights, as my winter riding tights....the bibs are good, but soon as the temps goes to 6ish degrees I find them a tad cold.for commuting to work ive started wearing waterproof shorts to keep me a tad warmer....

Well, as Santa is on his way, ive asked for some warmer winter bibs. what are peoples thoughts on some good winter bibs budget upto £130....im looking at these so far.

Sportful R&D bib tights
Pearl Izumi Elite Amfib Bib Tight
Santini Triton Windstopper bib tights

I like to ride all winter, probably around a 100mile a week, last year I tried two bibs, knee warmers etc etc, and really struggled to keep chill out.....

Assistance appreciated.....

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/castelli-sanremo-2-thermosuit/
tights and gabba top v good price

luv2ride

I can recommend the Sportful R&D bib longs, as well as the Castelli Thermosuit (Sorpasso bottoms). Both have been good down to zero (for me). I also rate the Mavic Echappee bib longs which have a double layer construction over the thigh for added wind protection. They come out when properly cold. Good pad too, though don't find it as comfy as the Progetto2 pad in the Thermosuit, or the Bodyfit Pro in the R&Ds.

Anonymous

Rapha pro team thermal are on sale now I think with coral lettering

scott_w1987

Evans are doing the thermo suit for the same price but have them in large if that helps. I'm half tempted to buy it as it's a bargain for winter bibs and a gabba, but don't think I really need it!

And as above, Rapha are doing the pro team winter tights for £150 in coral - didn't really want that colour but it's a good price so I ordered a pair when they added them to the sale, not sure how they are stock wise...