De Marchi Contour Evo RX bibshorts review

Bibshorts, seven of the best
Cycling Weekly Verdict

Should I see this as a good thing, softening my stark tan lines? Or should I lament that they are effecting the definition? Jury's out, but not on the quality, which is excellent.

Reasons to buy
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    Fantastic quality Lycra

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    Excellent technical fit

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    High-quality padded insert

Reasons to avoid
  • -

    Price

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    leg length not ideal for leggy riders

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With their superb fit, high-quality Lycra with good reflective features and a very comfortable, multi-thickness insert boasting good ‘memory' characteristics, these were all set to be my favourite.



The only issue was that the leg length was a good inch shorter than that of all the others.

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