Rated 5 out of
5
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YankeeDoodle from
Fix your shipping then we’re good
Other than whoever thought shipping everything from overseas to USA was a good idea, the bib shorts worked for me.
Date published: 2024-09-02
Rated 5 out of
5
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The Real Baron from
Best Bibs EVER
Like a second skin. Compressive, but not tight, breathable, but not chilly (I wear them down to 40F/ 4.5C w/ knee warmers), and the pad is firm, but compresses when required. I just wish in general that it was possible to buy matching bibs, jersey, socks and vest all at the same time. Rapha items forever seem like they are out of stock, forcing you to buy an item now, lest it go out of stock, wait a month or so for restock of a matching item and so on until you acquire all your desired matching pieces. Another brand I purchase regularly has most, if not all items in stock, and if not in stock, is restocked in weeks, NOT months. And this is not a raw materials issues caused by Covid as this has been going on with Rapha for the past few years.
Date published: 2021-06-02
Rated 5 out of
5
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SuzyG from
Good looking and protective beyond belief!
A gift for Father's Day, who knew that it would also be a skin saver as well. My Husband had a cycling accident a few weeks ago after hitting a pothole on a fast downhill. Although he suffered other injuries, the Pro Team Bib Shorts II saved him from having road rash on top of it all. The material stayed completely intact and the contusion on his hip could have been much worse if the material had shredded as has happened in prior years with other brands. Thank you for making such a top notch product! We are forever grateful Rapha fans!
Date published: 2020-07-28
Rated 5 out of
5
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Clive H from
Best bib shorts (for me!)
I had been through multiple bib shorts from five leading brands before I tried Rapha's Men's Pro Team Bib Shorts. For the first time since I started cycling seriously, I found myself not needing to continually adjust my shorts – the Rapha Pro Team bibs fitted my particular physique near-perfectly and the chamois was the most comfortable I'd experienced. The second generation of Pro Team bibs, Bib Shorts II, are even more comfortable with better compression and wider leg grippers which seriously keep the shorts in place. Highly recommended.
Date published: 2020-05-04
Rated 5 out of
5
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CCBOSS from
Great padding, tight fitting and comfortable
They took a long time to be delivered and arrived on the only raining day in April but I have since used them on my regular 25 mile Covid training route and so far have found them extremely comfortable and well protected. I ride a Fizik saddle and felt like I was sitting above the saddle with the padding in these bibs which was a big plus for me. Long leg grippers are also a great bonus for comfort, support and feel. The bands on the should strap are great and would be nice if they were on both sides to keep the straps flat over the shoulder blades.
They are pricey but the quality is visible when used compared to other top brands.
Looking forward to being able to get out for longer rides in them..!
Excellent quality and recommended.
#staysafe
Date published: 2020-05-03
Rated 3 out of
5
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Robert D from
Chamois needs a redesign!
I ride long distances and these shorts are very very comfortable.
I’m 6’4” so pleased that Rapha do a long version. I would have given 5 stars but the chamois is composed of four pieces and the narrow part on the front right hand side detached from the rear and is starting to do the same on another pair. I can’t fault Rapha (5 stars to them as a company), they replaced straight away.
Date published: 2022-05-05
Rated 5 out of
5
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LimeySi from
Brilliant!
Long time Rapha fan, first time Pro Team Bib Shorts purchase instead of Core bibs. After a good few rides in varying temps and over varying distances, I am happy to report these bibs are supremely comfortable and an excellent fit (better length than the Core). I love the green too, reminiscent of British Racing Green - makes me believe I might be going faster with these on my body!
Date published: 2022-06-20
Rated 3 out of
5
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Dan N from
Look great, but short in the body
Great fit and length on the leg, but not long enough in the body. Pulls uncomfortably at the front of the pad when in anything other than a full aero tuck. Also very slippery material, so a lot of jerseys struggle to grip and prevent riding up your back when in the aforementioned aggressive riding position. They look great though, so I still wear them one out of 4 rides. I'm 6'3 with fairly normally-proportioned legs / body and have plenty of other bibs from Assos, Lusso, Chapeau, Castelli that fit perfectly, albeit with a shorter leg.
Date published: 2020-08-07
Rated 2 out of
5
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Aaron39 from
Disappointed
Disappointed with the performance of my new bibs. My 1st ride was only 30 mins and the front of the bibs were beginning to tarnish. I also expected a superior level of comfort which wasn’t better than my old castelli bibs.
Overall, I struggled to convince myself to part with a lot of money for these bibs and the only reason I haven’t sent them back is because they look good.
Date published: 2022-07-10
Rated 5 out of
5
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Gaz Turner from
1st Pair of Rapha (Pro Team) Bib Shorts - Awesome
I’ve been considering investing in some Rapha Bib Shorts (Pro Team) for a while on the recommendation of friends , so glad I did they are in another league of comfort fit and prerformance , & cope with the varying temp differences in UK.
1st ride 100miles temp was 3.4 degrees C when set off & rose to 20 degrees C ! They exceeded the conditions and was impressed of how they coped
Didn’t feel cold or too hot either
Compression on the Pro Team is amazing and helps Keeps your legs fresher longer.
I put my Italian Scorpion Logo’d bib shorts back on yesterday for a ride and could immediately tell the difference in the comfort of the seat pad & wished I had worn my new Rapha’s
I am extremely pleased with my new Pro Team Bib Shorts and would highly recommend them you will not be disappointed.
I will be definitely be buying some more in the future
I did also manage to pick them up in your recent SAVE25 promo
Date published: 2020-05-11
Rated 5 out of
5
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dcharles from
Top Performing Bibs IMO
I've been using the Pro Team bibs for a few years now and they are my absolute favorite from fit and performance in all seasons. Winter (i live in a tropical climate) to our summers (brutally humid) they are my year round go to bibs. I'm 5'11, 175lbs shortish and more muscular build and always go with Medium in size. The Blue color also pops very nice on a sunny day.
Date published: 2020-04-16
Rated 4 out of
5
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Meija from
Great, but straps tight
The Rapha Pro Bib Shorts are beautifully made, supremely comfortable and very hard wearing. The leg length and general fit of a 'medium' on a 185cm, 74kg male is perfect.
My body conforms pretty closely to the ergonomic mean but my God the straps are tights. Either make them a little longer Rapha, or a little more elasticated. Do this and they are a 5-star short.
Date published: 2023-08-24
Rated 5 out of
5
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CTimi from
Great Bibs
Fit-I am 5'6" ~137lbs with an athletic build. I ordered size XS and they are a fantastic fit.
Performance- As good as it gets for me personally regarding both chamois and compression characteristics. I have tried multiple other high end bibs and at this point I don't think I will be going away from Rapha. The biggest test I believe you can give a pair of bibs is 4hrs+ on a stationary trainer with most of that time spent putting out low power (lots of weight on the saddle through the chamois)... I was sold after the first one of those rides to be honest.
-They have held up well so far over ~1000km inside and out with lots of wash cycles.
Style- I ordered the full black... clean and understated.
5 stars -Can't find anything wrong so far with the bibs
Date published: 2020-07-12
Rated 3 out of
5
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Koyote from
Good, but with a couple disconcerting quirks
Seemed like the usual high quality from Rapha, but a few quirks led me to return this item. I'm relatively tall and slim, and the straps seemed rather tight in size Medium on my 6'1" frame. Also, the chamois has a channel right up the middle, from front to back; it didn't seem like it would necessarily be uncomfortable, but it did create a very pronounced camel toe effect which is unflattering. At this price point, a garment needs to look and feel perfect, and these did not.
Date published: 2024-01-28
Rated 5 out of
5
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Up The Hill from
Nice!
Great bibs. I'm 5'8" (172cm) and weigh 156 lbs. Size med is perfect. I do find that the straps are snug and firm (Maap team bibs are a little less constricting) and the pad is firm, but I think that is by design. If they had the other colors available in my size I'd get a second pair. Instead I got the Pro Team training bibs, which are just as good.
Date published: 2020-09-10
Rated 5 out of
5
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QuadKiller from
Very comfortable for long distance
I tend to change my cycling clothing when it is on its last legs so a new pair of bib shorts will always feel comfortable and well padded at first. I used these for 2 weeks of commuting riding for 45mins at a time then rode the Dragon Ride L'Etape Wales for 12hrs straight.
I can report that they were very supportive and comfortable, I had no soreness even though I use a very lightweight saddle.
I am 69 Kg, and 178cm tall, I ordered the medium long fit. the leg grippers keep the shorts in place with very little adjustment needed during my latest ride, the straps feel a little tight when first put on but left no marks and are a good fit. The low cut front panel is an added bonus.
I cannot comment on their long term use, but don't anticipate any issues.
Date published: 2017-06-16
Rated 5 out of
5
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BiggestKev from
Great Fit/Length
Great to have some leg length, most Bib Shorts make me feel like i'm back in the sixties wearing my little sisters hot pants!!, But the Pro Bib - Long are awesome, I'm 193CM's and 93KGs Long legs/Short body, the XL is Perfect, little tight over the shoulders on the first wear but that eased up after a coupe of rides and is now super comfortable.
Date published: 2019-09-11
Rated 5 out of
5
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Cyclonerex from
Very Good Bibs
The first two rides with these bibs I was unsure if they were going to work for me. I’m not sure if one wash softened the chamois a bit or I just got used to them. Now that they’re “broken in”, I’m very pleased. I have not ridden over 60 miles yet, but for rides up to 50 they have been quite comfortable. I’m 6 foot, 174 and ordered a medium as my waist is about 32”. If I had one small complaint it would be that they are just a tiny bit tight over my shoulders. I suspect the standard for a medium garment might be for a person with a slightly shorter torso. I don’t really notice so much on the bike, only when putting them on or after a ride. So, really not a major issue. And I’d definitely not be happy with the fit of a large since the rest of the fit is perfect.
Date published: 2019-11-08
Rated 3 out of
5
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bobby f from
Miss the old leg gripper
While I love the pad and the material is tip top, I will be returning these shorts because the new leg gripper does not work for me at all. At 5' 9" tall wearing a Rapha bib short has always been a challenge (seems like you need to be 6' + to wear a regular) but with the old leg gripper I could just fold it over and enjoy the rest. This new leg closure makes that impossible so I will search for another bib short.
Date published: 2017-05-09
Rated 4 out of
5
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PaulPaulBBB from
Men's Pro Team Bib Shorts II - Long
The shorts are longer than standard (as expected) however the straps are significantly shorter than standard length Men's Pro Team Bib Shorts. That's ok if you have a short torso, less so if (like me) you don't. Quality is otherwise excellent.
Date published: 2024-09-16
Rated 5 out of
5
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Joel M from
Great bibs, new version tad longer
These are great bibs. My only complaint is that these bibs tend to be a little longer than previous versions of the bibs. I’ve been wearing Rapha Pro Team bibs for five years and all previous versions were a little bit shorter, which I liked. They are incredibly comfortable and provide amazing comfort for long days in the saddle.
Date published: 2023-06-29
Rated 3 out of
5
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Peter_cyclo from
Good, not great
Like others have mentioned, the leg grippers are long and flappy, most noticeable when standing or on a fast decent. Also, after about 20hrs of riding there is significant wear on the outer bottom (butt) which leads me to think these won’t live very long. Aside from the that, super comfortable pad and overall great comfort.
Date published: 2021-09-27
Rated 4 out of
5
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MikeB1 from
Great Fit But Get Smaller Every Year
I’ve been riding in Rapha Pro Team bib shorts for 12 years. I’m not a racer, just prefer the tighter fit. Over the years they keep getting smaller. I started out wearing Large but they have become too tight, if you size up for comfort the leg length becomes too long and the leg grippers look ridiculous around your patella.
Date published: 2024-01-08
Rated 5 out of
5
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Kasper_rcc from
Best Bibs
Really happy with this product. Quality seems great so far. Fit is perfect (L).
Comming from the Core bibs (2017), the fit is a little bit tighter, and the length a little shorter (short version).
The Pad is the best I have ever tried in terms of comfort and ventilation.
Date published: 2018-04-25
Rated 5 out of
5
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leonthehitman from
Rapha Pro Bib Shorts 2 - Pyrenees 0
Bought these based on a previous purchase the Pro team lightweight bib shorts and they are better still!! The pad has been further upgraded on the lightweight and the ergonomic fit means it's always where it should be. It doesn't wonder off when you get out the saddle. The fit is spot on, supportive but not restrictive, the quality of the finish is everything you'd expect from a premium brand like Rapha. The design and style is the Savile Row of cycling. Expensive yes.. But you get why you buy. Buy cheap, buy twice.
Date published: 2017-10-20
Rated 3 out of
5
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MtbikerB from
Too tight over the shoulder
I usually wear either a small or medium. These bib tights in size medium are uncomfortably tight over my shoulders to the point where they give me a headache on longer rides. The classic bib shorts in size medium fit great, so I don't know why these are so different. Other than that they are otherwise very nice
Date published: 2022-10-26
Rated 5 out of
5
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Hasan from
Best bibs
This is my third or fourth pair of Rapha pro team bibs. They are hands down the best of any brand I have ever worn, in terms of durability, fit, and comfort. FYI: The "grey" color on the Navy/Grey version is actually more of a shade of green. Not a huge deal for me personally, but the online images portray grey.
Date published: 2019-04-01
Rated 3 out of
5
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Robin164 from
Ruined by wash
Something a bit strange with these. I wash my shorts together in a pillow case. All my others came out fine from the same wash but these have shrunk an inch or so in the leg and I now look like Sean Yates in the mid 80s, without the fearsome performance or ability. Never happened to me before, most odd.
Date published: 2020-05-13
Rated 5 out of
5
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Dina from
A Much Appreciated Gift
Rapha Pro Bibs are my husband's favorite. He rides 4000 miles a year and comfortable kits are important. Love the dark navy with the white lettering and bib. He is a Rapha fan so it is easy to get his gifts from the Rapha website since there is not a RCC near us. Great company! Great service.
Date published: 2024-07-11
Rated 5 out of
5
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Luv2Ride from
Best shorts ever!
These bib shorts set a new standard for fit, comfort and quality of construction and materials. Other brands, and I've used many, don't measure up. Pad is completely free of pressure points or abrasive surfaces: I have ridden for 6 hours non-stop without any discomfort. Style is sharp with bright Rapha logo on one leg and subtle black logo on the other. Reflective accents for safety (I ride in the dark a lot). True to size for me. If you splurge on any gear, shorts are it and these are the ones to splurge on!
Date published: 2017-06-20