Scicon X-Over women's bib shorts review

Cycling Weekly Verdict

A really comfortable pair of shorts with soft fabric, and good fit and a chamois that works. The price tag is off putting, and we know we can get comparable quality for less.

Reasons to buy
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    Wide grippers

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    Soft but compression fabric

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    Great fit

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    Comfortable chamois

Reasons to avoid
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    Expensive

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The first attempt at bib shorts from Scicon comes with input from ASG Bike Science - plus a set of espresso mugs. Are you paying for science of fine china?

When your bib shorts arrive in a presentation box, accompanied by two espresso cups and a carry case, you know you've parted with a lot of money somewhere along the way. The big question is - did it go towards top end tech that will equal comfort on the bike, or into manufacturing china cups?

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