Rated 5 out of
5
by
That Eddie B from
Love them! New go-tos. Slow delivery to US though
As with every other Rapha product I own, these are well designed, well made, and overall just better than any other brands similar item. I have other bibs. These are my go-tos. I used to stuff my phone up my shorts leg when I rode (I use the accelerometer to track leg movement and it doesn’t work when in my jersey pocket) so I got these for the side pockets and they’re a perfect purchase for that aspect alone. They also fit really well like all Rapha bottoms. I don’t use the back pockets and can’t imagine a circumstance where I would as I wear jerseys that are close fitting (and have pockets of their own), but I guess they would allow me to wear a t-shirt if I ever wanted to for some reason and still carry stuff. Shipping from the UK to LA took forever. That’s the only complaint I have.
Date published: 2023-12-28
Rated 3 out of
5
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Stevan Jesenski from
Unexpected loose threads…
Excellent bib if you need a bit of extra room to carry things. Holds your cellphone well. Would probably receive 4 or 5 stars if not for the fact that some of the threads have started coming loose after only a few uses and a few washes..
Date published: 2022-09-14
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Vikram B from
Great bibs with extra storage for long rides
Another hit from Rapha! Bought these because I go on long rides on the weekends (anywhere between 75 to 100 miles) and I was starting to run out of space in my jersey pockets to store food, gels etc. The extra pockets on the legs are extremely handy to store my phone and credit cards, and leaves me with more than enough space to carry whatever else I want to in my jersey pockets. As with Rapha products, the fit is great and the chamois is really really comfortable. Well worth the investment!
Date published: 2022-10-10
Rated 5 out of
5
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Anonymous from
The best bibs that I own
These bib shorts have quickly become my favourite piece of cycling kit.
They are made from an alluring material that bulges and flatters in key areas.
They are comfortable and pleasing to wear.
Date published: 2024-07-19
Rated 5 out of
5
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Desert Blast from
Great cargo shorts that go on and on and on
I'm on my third pair of these shorts, which is saying some thing since they are nearly indestructible. But being a confirmed SAMIL I've had decades to use them. I can't recommend them enough.
Date published: 2022-12-25
Rated 4 out of
5
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MSylvia from
More Lachlan Morton than Peter Sagan
Great quality and comfort - a touch linear in fit (more Lachlan Morton than Peter Sagan). Pockets on the back of the bib allow you to wear a t-shirt or other non-jersey if desired.
Date published: 2021-05-20
Rated 5 out of
5
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Rob Tokyo from
Cargo’s Are Go!
Absolutely love these cargo shorts. So comfortable and you would not even know you had anything in the leg pockets. Also like the back pockets to store gels or even a hand pump.
Date published: 2023-10-28
Rated 2 out of
5
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Airborne from
Nice Looking Bib Shorts BUT( T) !!
When I first received the Rapha Cargo bib shorts, I was impressed with the apparent quality of design, materials and their construction. Since I started using Assos Chamois cream more than 25 years ago, I have never had a problem with a “ sore / chapped undercarriage “!
However, I have just returned home from my third ride of 42 miles / 2.5 hours wearing my Rapha cargo bib shorts AND for the third time I have a sore undercarriage!! Despite my using Assos chamois cream!! The soreness started after about 30 miles / 1.75 hours on the saddle on each of the three rides.
I have compared the Rapha bibs to all my other bib shorts and find that the Rapha Bibs are the only ones with a chammy insert that has a central seam!? A seam in close contact with a quite delicate area of one’s anatomy is probably NOT the best of designs, is it?
I feel that this centre seam is causing the problem. I am now faced with a pair of bib shorts which I cannot wear. And, these are the most costly bibs I have ever bought!!
This is a great pity because, apart from the chammy insert, these are nice fitting and nice looking bib shorts.
Date published: 2021-08-04
Rated 4 out of
5
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Qkson from
Solid pair of bibs
Bibs are high quality, fit really well. Additional pockets come in handy. Only issue is that the shammy is short on the front and there is not much room fot the pee pee
Date published: 2022-03-24
Rated 3 out of
5
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Mark 1957 from
Inconsistent sizing & can’t really wear them.
This is the 2nd pair of Core Cargo Bib Shorts that I have purchased. The material on my 1st pair went all ‘Bally’ & Rapha very kindly replaced them with a credit amount that I paid for them. I purchased exactly the same Bib Short, except I bought black instead of blue, in the same size - L. You would expect that they would fit the same..however they are so tight in the thigh & crutch & the bib strap / brace is also really tight over my shoulders. I’ve worn them twice, thinking I must be imagining it..so presume I can no longer send them back for a bigger pair - I need an XL…but they are so tight, they leave marks on my thigh & are very different in size from my original pair. I’m pretty disappointed, as just when you think you have your size sorted , there isn’t consistency in the manufacturing of an item.
Date published: 2023-12-24
Rated 5 out of
5
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stickboybike from
A Budget Bib Without The Budget Fit
It seems that all my kits gave up the ghost at the start of 2022 so that left me to venture to something new, fresh, updated, and not cheaply made. The Rapha Cargo Bib Shorts got on my radar after seeing Lael Wilcox in a pair during one of the epic rides so I figured if they can stand up hours of riding like that, my bum should be fine. The sizing is on point with what I typically wear for a large as is the inseam length. The materials have just the right amount of compression and snug-ness and while I’ve yet to stuff anything into the cargo pockets, they feel sturdy enough should I hamfisted a pair of gloves into them whilst riding. I have a couple of hundred miles on them so far and they’re holding up nicely and the padding feels ample on the 100-mile days. A couple of weeks later I bought a second pair!
Date published: 2022-09-09
Rated 5 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Great bang for your buck!
Love these. I also have a pair of the Cargo Bib Shorts and while they may offer a slightly better chamois pad for longer rides, I actually prefer the look and fit of the Core Cargo Bib Shorts over the higher end Cargo Bib Shorts. Primarily because I prefer the longer cuff the Core Cargo has to offer. Both are great but when it comes to 2-3 hour rides, I'd say the Core Cargo is best bang for your buck. If I'm riding 4+ hours I'm probably throwing on the higher end Cargo Bibs.
Date published: 2024-08-23
Rated 3 out of
5
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LeeBDB from
Nice design but stitching has failed
A bit disappointed as the chamois stitching has failed already after just three rides. Shame as I really like the design and fit.
Date published: 2021-06-30
Rated 4 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Very nice cargo bibs
Amazing bibs, with good padding and I love the cargo elements, where I can put some stuff (wallet, iPhone, GPS, gels…) when on or off the bike. These bibs are awesome: quickly drying, good fit, cargo elements on the back, and nice touch with the Rapha logo inside the cargo pickets at the side. No 5 stars because I saw a little hole in the bibs, after two times washing. Not sure if it was my doing, but I think it is rather a manufacturing thingy. All in all a very nice bibs
Date published: 2024-05-14
Rated 1 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Avoid
Cargo nets have holes in them after only putting my phone into pocket. There is only 8miles on them. Very uncomfortable
Date published: 2021-07-01
Rated 5 out of
5
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Sam62 from
Superb fit and beautifully made
These shorts are so good I immediately bought a 2nd pair. The sizing is spot on - I am 183cm and 85kg and the large fits me perfectly. Initially I thought they were tight but then I realised that my old shorts were too loose as the lycra had stretched. They need to be tight to provide the support and minimise movement of the material. The pockets are a fantastic feature and I have been able to reduce the amount of bags I strap to my bike on longer rides. The leg pockets are perfect for my iPhone and snacks that I easily want to access during the ride. Rear pockets are great for multitools or food that you don't mind getting a little hot - I wouldn't put any chocolate in them! These shorts combine superb aesthetic design with brilliant functionality and quality materials, typical of any Rapha product I have tried.
Date published: 2021-07-20
Rated 1 out of
5
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Josh101 from
too small
much smaller than expected and wait to time to return and receive new order was too long
Date published: 2022-06-23
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Toms6464 from
Super storage shorts
Absolutely brilliant shorts. very comfortable and the pockets are great.
Date published: 2021-08-08
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Lassi from
Good bibs
Good bibs. Pad is a basic rapha. Pocets and material are great
Date published: 2023-11-06
Rated 1 out of
5
by
Adam27 from
Poor quality
Low quality stitching, 2 rides in multiple threads
Date published: 2022-08-21
Rated 5 out of
5
by
The Old Geezer from
Great Comfort
I have been using my new Core Cargo Bib Shorts for a couple of months now, and no issues. The material of the body of the shorts feels a little insubstantial, but so far, so good. On the positive side the 'stretchiness' gives a close, comfortable fit. I really like the leg pockets, full marks for that innovation. I am 5'8" and of 'sturdy' build, and the large is a good fit. Very comfortable on a recent circuit of the IoW. I will be buying another pair!
Date published: 2021-08-09
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Anonymous from
Feel nice but sizing all off!
Being my first set of bib shorts I wanted something decent and to hopefully last a while. I bought these thinking that they would do the job and feel somewhat let down.
Start with the good. The feel of these shorts on my legs is amazing. The leg grips holds tight, the fabric is super soft and it breaths really well. And the pockets… THE POCKETS! I never thought I would be so impressed with pockets. They’re so useful for phone, keys, gels etc. and nothing budges. Super useful.
However… the bad. The sizing for this is ALL OFF! “The model in the image is 6ft and wears a small”. Sure! I’m 5ft 10in and average build. Not athletic, large, slim. Just very standard. I was so scared to go small I went for a medium, and my god do these things dig in to my shoulders! If I put the shoulder straps on my shoulders just ache and it pulls the waistline up so high that it cuts off the circulation to the groin and everything ‘downstairs’ gets UNBELIEVABLY numb. I tried these on when I got them and thought they were meant to be snug but getting on the bike and leaning over it all gets worse. It’s got to the point now that I have to wear these without the shoulder straps so they’re just overpriced shorts! I feel really let down with this purchase and can only recommend that others maybe size up.
Date published: 2023-08-11
Rated 3 out of
5
by
RobsenG from
good but not perfect
Sizechart did not fit me, padding good, legs too long.
First I ordered an Medium size because my jerseys are medium too. This was way too thight. After this I go for the Large.
Exchange was perfect! Great Service!
The Large fit on first great. Only problem if you are not an skinny cyclist, more an average Family Father I need the bigger size and then are the legs bit too long.
The Cargo Option is an great benefit for road cycling and gravel riding.
Date published: 2022-07-14
Rated 3 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Made to be comfortable, but not last.
The pockets are great, the fit is great, the quality is Meh. After my 4th or 5th ride, a small hole formed both on the pad where I may have been moving around on my ride a bit, as well as the "mesh" pocket. Two holes, five rides......not really worth $150....With that said, I am very hard on everything I own, but still should not happen.
Date published: 2022-01-08
Rated 4 out of
5
by
SIMON of Langley from
Snug.
Excellent product; comfortable and the addition of the extra pockets are a stroke of genius...even you never use them, you'd never know they're there, but really useful when needed. Only issue I have is that I followed the sizing guide and they are snug. I may be carrying a a little weight but I did follow the guide and they aren't spot on. The reason I have not returned them for a larger size, is that it's not a big deal... a good purchase. Thanks.
Date published: 2021-09-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
riders of johan from
Good value cargo bibs, hope they'll last
I'm 184 cm tall, 95 chest, 82 waist, 98 hips, which puts me somewhere between size S and M according to the size guide. Rapha suggested I get the S, which were a bit tight in the groin area, as if the straps were too short. These also came with a loose stitching at one spot, so I ordered a replacement for size M, which I'm very happy with size and otherwise. They seem like good value for cargo bibs, I hope they'll stand the test of time.
Date published: 2022-10-11
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Anonymous from
Comfortable, contemporary fit and functional
A well-made product that shows an improvement on previous iterations. I find the leg pockets most useful, particularly for longer rides and indeed commuting. The fabric is quite thick and coupled with high waist I find them quite warm which in the shoulder seasons is welcome. A previous pair of these shorts began to wear on the rear above the pad, possibly due to washing deterioration over time. Also, they look great in navy blue!
Date published: 2022-09-07
Rated 4 out of
5
by
SJAttross from
Comfy, top quality but size slightly small
Comfy & high quality, sizes tiny bit small. I’ve been an L for all sorts of other Rapha gear and the straps seem just a little tighter than ideal, but they’re well stitched together and should hold fine. Love the pockets - had a slight fear of it looking odd but they’re discrete and handy for small items like a small sunscreen. Nice to be able to roll around in a flowy t-shirt as the back pockets hold a pump and a few snacks too.
Date published: 2022-07-16
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Jan a from
Very comfortable, nicely done, delicate fabric
Very comfortable during longer rides. the pockets are nicely done and easy to access. Length is slightly longer then traditional, but not as long as some bibs on the market - another plus. The fabric is very soft but seems fragile - after a couple of rides there is some slight abrasion under the pad that I didn't see in my other bibs. Additionally the straps are somewhat wider which required some adjustment during longer rides
Date published: 2023-05-30
Rated 5 out of
5
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DKSF from
Love these. I think they are my new favorite Rapha
Love these. I think they are my new favorite Rapha bibs. Fit feels very snug/supportive/compressive. I don't know if the pad is different on these, if it's the compression, or if my other Rapha bibs are just getting long in the tooth, but the pad on these feels like I'm glued to my saddle (in a good way). I'm a roadie mostly going for ~2-3hr rides so don't really use all the fancy pockets much, but like knowin' they're there.
Date published: 2021-03-31