Cycling shorts reviews

Compressive and breathable with a chamois that copes well on long rides

By Stefan Abram Last updated 11 May 21

We're thrilled to see the addition of recycled fabrics, though the gripper redesign is a bit of a let down

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Last updated 7 May 21

Pricey shorts, but we expect them to last the test of time and the comfort level was sublime

By Will Thompson Published 16 September 20

The Assos Equipe RS bib shorts S9 have paid special attention to to the shorts construction, aiming to keep the pad stable and in one place

By Rupert Radley Published 17 April 20

Giordana A670 Tech Silverline bibshorts £69.99

By Cycling Weekly Published 17 September 13

Very comfortable bib shorts that perform well on the long rides and have very few downsides

By Nick Busca Published 20 August 16

Gore Power 2.0 Bibshorts ?£79.99

By Cycling Weekly Published 19 September 13

The Pared-down Odlo Element cycling shorts have been designed with both home and away riding in mind. But can simplicity still be comfortable?

By Hannah Bussey Published 11 April 20

If you're after a comfortable pair of shorts for long rides, then the Castelli Endurance X2 bib shorts are hard to beat with the excellent Progetto X2 pad.

By Henry Robertshaw Published 12 October 16

Adidas have revamped their road kit for 2014, and it’s a marked improvement over last years release.

By Chris Catchpole Published 31 October 14

A simple pair of shorts, with a good chamois that will easily coordinate with your bike and cycling wardrobe

By Hannah Bussey Published 13 July 15

Designed for off-the-beaten-track adventures, we test the the Sportful Giara W shorts to see if they deliver form and function

By Hannah Bussey Published 14 June 17

The Café du Cycliste Adèle winter bib shorts are luxuriously soft with thermal properties, perfect for cold days but less so in the rain

By Rupert Radley Published 17 February 18

Top of the range bib short for under £50, but is there a catch?

By James Bracey Published 23 August 19

The dhb Aeron Lab Raceline bib shorts are the brand's top of the range racing shorts

By Rupert Radley Published 18 August 18

The Bontrager Ballista bib shorts are exceptional shorts with eye-catching graphics

By Henry Robertshaw Published 9 March 16

Rapha's collaboration with Ourdoor Voices was extremely popular - we put these shorts to the test

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published 24 August 20

De Marchi Contour Evo RX bibshorts £159.99

By Cycling Weekly Published 23 September 13

Innovators NoPinz have brought us another creative solution

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published 9 November 20

The Rapha Pro Team Shadow is designed to be the best windproof, water resistant, breathable kit for use in foul weather. How well does it perform and is the high price justified?

By Oliver Bridgewood Published 28 February 16

Environmentally friendly bib shorts that provide form and function.

By Hannah Bussey Published 12 July 19

One size to fit everyone? We try out Ekoi's ultra-stretchy bib shorts

By David Bradford Published 7 November 18

Endura has done a proper job on its research - and it shows

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Last updated 19 May 21

Year's in the making, Rapha's new women's chamois is a work of art, but the short design as a whole isn't quite a picture of perfection 

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published 12 April 19

Finding the perfect bib shorts for you can take a bit of experimentation, but these Women's Signature Bib Shorts from American brand Velocio might just end that search. They're certainly pitched at a premium price, but does the performance match?

By Katherine Moore Published 5 September 20

With a multi-density gel pad and moisture management technology, the Altura Women's Peloton Progel shorts offer more than your standard waist shorts

By Hannah Bussey Published 7 August 17

Nalini Bianchi World Champ Bibshorts £74.99

By Cycling Weekly Published 19 September 13