GripGrab AquaRepel Water-resistant bib shorts review - additional weather protection at the expense of a ‘second-skin’ fit

Great for shrugging off the elements and temperature regulating flexibility when paired with leg warmers, but the fabric isn’t as conforming as summer shorts

Female cyclist wearing the GripGrab AquaRepel Water-resistant bib shorts
(Image credit: Future)
Cycling Weekly Verdict

Excellent for the transitional seasons when you don’t want to commit to a set of full length bib tights but could do with an extra layer of defence against the cold and wet conditions for your lower half. Great build quality, but do bear in mind that the weatherproof fabric makes it harder to find a perfect fit. Plus the strap length is on the shorter side so won’t suit taller riders.

Reasons to buy
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    Waterproof and windproof layer

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    Good value

Reasons to avoid
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    Not a second skin fit

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    No easy pee design

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    Strap length not suitable for riders with longer torsos

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GripGrab’s AquaRepel Water-resistant bib shorts are designed for cool and wet days - the sort where wearing a set of the best bib tights would be overkill and far too warm, but equally a pair of summer bibs would be a little too cold. 

GripGrab AquaRepel Water-resistant bib shorts: construction

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