Reviews You Can Rely On
We independently buy, test, and rate all the products we review. When you purchase through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more

Comparing Cycling Shorts & Bibs for Men

Showing 13 products | Change
 
Awards Editors' Choice Award Editors' Choice Award   Top Pick Award 
Price $175 List
$135.70 at Amazon		$142.04 at Amazon
Compare at 2 sellers		$350 List
$350.00 at Backcountry		$270 List
$162.00 at Backcountry		$179.99 at Amazon
Compare at 2 sellers
Overall Score Sort Icon
86
85
84
82
79
Star Rating
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
Pros Comfortable, dries quickly and wicks away moisture on rides, reduces saddle chafe, affordableQuick-drying, supportive, comfortable variable density chamois, three chamois size options, two inseam length optionsSupple padding, very breathable, great grippersExcellent padding and comfort, solid moisture management, supportive, race-like fitSupportive, targeted chamois padding, breathable, side pockets
Cons Pouch seams can chafe, threading might come undoneWaistline may feel uncomfortable, medium chamois may bunch, regular inseam may be long for some ridersPricey, waist can feel high, front of chamois can be revealingNot cheap, chamois might be a bit large, grippers slideGrippers may slip, can be too tight, chamois may chafe some riders
Bottom Line Awesome comfort and performance delivered at an easily accessible priceThe ideal meshing of performance, long-distance comfort, and reasonable affordabilityPremium in every sense of the word - high-performance bike shorts for elite ridersAnother top-of-the-line offering from Assos with all accompanying comfort, flex, and durabilityGood-looking endurance shorts that still perform on high-intensity rides
Rating Categories SUGOi Evolution Bibs Endura Pro SL Bib S... Assos Mille GTO C2... Assos Equipe RS S9 Bib Sugoi RS Century Za...
Padding and Protection (25%)
9.0
9.0
9.0
9.0
8.0
Comfort and Fit (20%)
9.0
9.0
8.0
8.0
8.0
Breathability (15%)
9.0
8.0
8.0
8.0
7.0
Efficiency and Pedal Friendliness (15%)
9.0
8.0
9.0
9.0
9.0
Durability (15%)
7.0
8.0
8.0
8.0
7.0
Style (10%)
8.0
8.0
8.0
6.0
8.0
Specs SUGOi Evolution Bibs Endura Pro SL Bib S... Assos Mille GTO C2... Assos Equipe RS S9 Bib Sugoi RS Century Za...
Main Fabric Evo Plus (polyester/spandex blend) Main: Elastane 22%, Nylon 78%. Trim: Elastane 20%, Nylon 25%, Polyester 55% 76% nylon, 4% polyester, 20% elastane nylon, polyester, elastane blend Ultra Aero, Mobil mesh
Inseam Measurement 9" 11" 11" 11" 9"
Number of panels 8 11 1 2 12
Fit Type Bib Bib Bib Bib Bib
Chamois RC Pro 700 Series PadEndura ASSOS Equipe RS S9 Formula FX
Weight 7.08 oz 6.03 oz 6.60 oz 7.94 oz 7.55 oz
Other Features Compressive EvoPlus fabric, Powerband leg cuffs Silicone grips, 50 UPF rating, 2 leg length options available on manu site. louvreTech darted grips, comes in standard and long length RollBar rear stitching add stability, windproof front panels Stow pockets, Zap legband with silicone gripper, Mobil mesh