Cycling shorts reviews

Lusso's range-topping shorts are made from a drag-reducing fabric – even if we can't verify the number of watts saved, we can say with certainty that thanks to their high level of comfort they won't slow you down and the price is excellent too

By Simon Smythe Last updated 13 December 21

Chamois comfort with an added toilet break system - albeit not without flaws

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Last updated 13 December 21

In a wardrobe full of lycra, these are bib shorts we've reached for time and time again - for good reason

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Last updated 13 December 21

Stylish, affordable and the perfect accompaniment for hot summer riding

By Chris Marshall-Bell Last updated 8 September 21

The perfect long distance short?

By James Bracey Last updated 7 September 21

Endura has managed to eke out even more comfort from the new Pro SL short

By James Bracey Last updated 27 July 21

Made from recycled fabric, the Alé Green Road Lady bib shorts prove that performance wear doesn't need to cost the earth.

By Hannah Bussey Last updated 12 May 21

The latest iteration of the dhb Aeron Women's bib shorts are a winning performance for fit to form, and for the price it's hard to look elsewhere. 

By Hannah Bussey Last updated 12 May 21

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

The Endura FS260-Pro Thermo shorts provide plenty of protection from the cold and wet along with a quality seatpad at a modest price

By Paul Norman Published 14 February 18

With three different pad widths, the Endura FS260 Pro-SL women's bib shorts are great for long rides but the design of the drop tail could have been better.

By Hannah Bussey Published 31 July 16

You may not get Castelli’s top end pad and aero features in the Velocissimo bib shorts, but they’re still a comfortable ride

By Paul Norman Published 18 July 18

By Cycling Weekly Published 25 March 09

All-day bibshorts from Lusso, with pockets to stash extra snacks

By Katherine Moore Published 3 September 20

Can these shorts from Le Col convert a bibshort rider to try the half life?

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published 24 April 20

We've put the Oneten Tempo bib shorts to the test to see if they can deliver the sort of performance that you don't always get from shorts of this price.

By Paul Norman Published 4 June 16

Mavic Altium Stealth shorts

By Cycling Weekly Published 28 October 10

Designed for riding in really hot weather, the Castelli Inferno bib shorts have a very breathable construction with holes in the side panels and grippers.

By Henry Robertshaw Published 27 July 16

Altura ProGel Comp bibshorts £59.99

By Cycling Weekly Published 17 September 13

The women's-specific dhb Blok Halter bib shorts have been designed to not only look good and fit well, but also to make comfort breaks a lot simpler

By Hannah Bussey Published 12 July 17

With built in abrasion and impact resistance, could this be the future of cycling shorts?

By Stefan Abram Published 15 February 21

The Santini Mago bib shorts are some of the most comfortable bib shorts that money can buy thanks to the exceptional pad but lack real high quality touches.

By Henry Robertshaw Published 22 May 16

The Blackmore North Hill bib shorts are the first shorts from the Essex-based company, so will they meet expectations?

By Henry Robertshaw Published 7 September 15

Craft Performance Bike Bibshorts £79.99

By Cycling Weekly Published 19 September 13