Rated 1 out of
5
by
Joe1987 from
Very Poor Quality for the Price
I bought these with long distance and multiday trips in mind having previously used the cargo shorts. The material seemed nice on first wear and pad felt similar to cargo bib shorts. However after less than 200 miles of use the stitching is coming away in multiple areas. Overall the look of the shorts is worse than bibs i have ridden over 5000 miles in. I contacted Rapha as I was not happy with the standard or rate of wear of the product for the price paid, particularly a product advertised for use over long days. They would not offer a refund as it was outside of the 30 days (not by much) and offered the repair service if I posted the shorts at my own cost. I felt this was unfair based on the low use indicating a production problem and have not heard back from anyone in over 10 days.
I have always been a fan of Rapha when I could afford it, based on the quality and durability of the product. Last time I had an issue over a year ago their customer care was fantastic but it appears that the quality and customer care is no longer at the same level it was and i would proceed with caution if looking to invest this kind of money in shorts.
Date published: 2023-07-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Simplynot from
Does the job perfectly
Tried the cargo shorts and just too long in the leg for me which was frustrating but these fit perfectly and are just the right length for someone not over 5'8'. Wanted something with a leg pocket for storing Garmin, wallet etc when off the bike on long rides.
Worn them for 100-600k rides and they just work eg you can just forget about your shorts and getting on dealing with the fun and pain of the ride. Love the pocket on the right hand side, works for me as a right handed person.
Date published: 2022-06-27
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Mark in Seattle from
Bravo for the Brevet Bibs!
Just rode 425mi / 5 days, 1/3 of it gravel in my Brevet bibs. Bum feels great and bibs look like new. Bravo Rapha for another well thought out, high performing product.
Date published: 2022-05-24
Rated 4 out of
5
by
LondonRider from
Nice short - length is shorter than expected
Pocket is on the right leg and it's clever - almost invisible when not in use, really like that part of the design. I am less keen on the leg length and grippers which end up with a shorter length than the pro team and old classic equivalent. Also the fabric seems to pick up dust and marks much more easily than any other Rapha shorts I've owned so gets dirty quickly. Medium fits me well at 5’10. Overall a nice short.
Date published: 2022-06-23
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Sglidde from
Brevet Bibs
These fit great and i love the feel. I did purchase for a upcoming multi day bikepacking trip. Ive worn them on numerous single day rides and i kinda forget about them. Not noticing clothing is a great indication its working flawlessly. Havent used on multi day event yet but there is no indication they'll cause me or my bum any issues!
They lite material and quick dry chamois are a great feature for the AZ heat!
They also have a lower cut in the front compared to my Cargo Core Bibs which is quite nice for the nature breaks
Date published: 2022-08-12
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Dooly from
Get your sizes right!
Sizing is off. Please decide on sizing and KEEP them. I buy from you this year one size and next is totally different. Frustrating.
Date published: 2023-09-05
Rated 3 out of
5
by
John384 from
Very similar to the Classic Bib
Very similar to the Classic Bib, but with a thicker pad and a pocket. I guess the fabric used is the same, at least that what it feel like. It's overall comfortable, but I was expecting more. The foam density used in the pad could be higher. I still prefer the pro team bib for my long ride.
Date published: 2022-11-05
Rated 5 out of
5
by
TTib from
Brevet Bib Shorts L
I'm 182/90kg and size L fits me perfect. Nice bibs with additional pocket.
Date published: 2022-07-11
Rated 1 out of
5
by
Jellybean from
Thes bibshorts look more like knickerbockers!
I bought these as I love the colour so bought the matching jersey and socks. Sadly the legs are far too big and look dreadful. I have contacted customer services almost two weeks ago but am still waiting for a response. Very disappointed!
Date published: 2023-07-04
Rated 1 out of
5
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Jackson Brody from
Terrible value
Chamois feels cheap, synthetic and uncomfortable and does not provide good comfort or leverage over a days ride. Extremely overpriced for what amounts to pearl zumi quality bibs. Pocket is cool, I guess.
Date published: 2023-08-14
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Andrew123 from
"Taint Grater (TM)" technology
These are generally well made and fit acceptably, though I found the shoulder straps a bit tighter (i.e. made for a shorter person) than I prefer. I could live with this if the chamois were better. Without too much unfortunate detail, the chamois pattern has two very thick and puffy ridges that extend forward in parallel from the sit-bone area. I guess this is supposed to mimic an anatomic cut-out, but in my experience it just caused a lot of very unpleasant chafing. Definitely seems like they over-engineered this particular chamois.
Date published: 2023-02-22
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Vivek Chadha from
Excellent comfy bib tights
These are amongst the most comfortable bib shorts I have. That should not come as a surprise since these are meant for brevets. The material seems high quality and the fit is more on the comfy side instead of a tighter aero feel. The pocket on the right thigh facilitates long ride needs. The bib straps are very comfortable and broader than usual. Those in between sizes may need to consider this. I am 5' 7", 68kg and bought a Size M.
Date published: 2023-11-08
Rated 1 out of
5
by
Ali Masoud from
Bib color
The black color of the bib dye’s the jersey when is gets wet. Its a very bad quality
Date published: 2023-08-22
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Tajrossi from
Long Days ahead
Long days of comfort have made these fantastic brevet short a 5 star job. The chamois is high quality and not too thick, which is so important to those who ride long days in the saddle. The integrity of the chamois has been excellent and the comfort 'fit' just right for me with wide bib straps. The pocket in mesh is perfect and rarely would need both sides. The pick rubber edging adds a highlight. We ride thousands of km in our tours so will be another pair when the price is right.
Date published: 2023-12-23
Rated 5 out of
5
by
KinkyjohnF from
My new favourite bib shorts
I bought these shorts specifically for a short duration but big mileage tour- effectively a Brevet. They are and remain since the most comfortable and nice to wear bib shorts I have ever owned. More relaxed fit than the pro team shorts. I like the phone pocket on the right leg. But would like same on left leg. I guess this would make them cargo bibs and so too much like the selling point of the cargo bibs? Rapha, don't worry about that, just make two pocket brevet bibs. Winner.
Date published: 2022-10-01
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Anonymous from
Comfortable but durable?
I used them during bike marathon 24h in the saddle. Supper comfy, but unforunately seems like material which is in contact with saddle is not very robust, start to show signs of wear after this short usage. My saddle is nothing special, so dont think it is the issue (Ritchey)
Date published: 2023-08-24
Rated 1 out of
5
by
Sandman from
Nope.
The leg opening of these shorts was waaaay to big - they hung loose like basketball shorts. I don’t have massive quads, to be honest, but all my other shorts fit snug on the leg. Very disappointing design flaw.
Date published: 2023-05-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
changccm from
All Day Comfort with an Extra Pocket
The bibs were as comfortable as any Rapha bib. The material although thicker still felt comfortable. The compression was good but not as tight as the pro teams or the powerweave (whcih are awesome). The extra side pock was a live saver, where I would put my phone and my gloves if I was not wearing them. The extra utility was good especially for touring trips and explorlatory adventures where your back pockets may be already full.
Date published: 2022-09-30
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Sam Cooke from
Super comfortable bib shorts
Very impressed with the chamois and overall comfort, however could be improved in a few areas.
1. Annoying that the single carbo pocket is on the right. It would suit most cyclists to be on the left (right hand on the bars). I find this infuriating.
2. Shorts a relatively 'short' (shorter than equivalent core range cargo bib)
3. No water resistance. Soaked butt after a mild shower. Thought they would be a bit more like the cargo explore bib shorts.
Date published: 2022-05-24
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Richie K from
Brevet bib shorts review
Really comfy and quality material, pad not as luxurious as Assos. Bit disappointed with the colour, the grey is a lot lighter than expected and illustrated on the website.
Date published: 2022-09-22
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Michael Wa from
The best
The fit is awesome, and really like the material. It has a more comfortable pad over the classic. Does well in really hot and mid temps
Date published: 2024-06-21
Rated 3 out of
5
by
IACa from
Need to size up
Great pair of kit but the sizes are wrong. Bought a n XL but it’s only a L. You need to size up for these shorts
Date published: 2024-02-16
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Compo from
Superb bib shorts
I was in need of new bibs and decided to snap these up in the sale. My previous favourites from Rapha had been the flyweight bibs, which I've always found really comfortable. These really are fantastic though. The lycra is superb quality - a little thicker than I expected, but not too hot. The gripper is subtle but effective, and similar to the flyweights. The cargo pocket is a nice feature, and the pad is very comfortable. The cut-out back helps to stay cool. I really like the colour combo too, so all in all, I'm just very impressed again.
Date published: 2022-09-22
Rated 4 out of
5
by
TandemNailsea from
Very comfortable on long rides. High front.
Very happy with the purchase. They fit well. I went for L the same as my other Rapha bibs as I’m tall 6’4 and 12st. Leg length fine. On putting them on there is a bit of looseness around the leg hem but once settled they are fine. I do find the front high which makes comfort breaks a bit more challenging than my other Rapha shorts. Material good and good comfort on 100+km rides on my Roubaix.
Date published: 2022-07-08
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Peter Coll from
Brevet Bibs for the long distance
These are terrific bib shorts for those really long distance / long time in the saddle rides. They have the most comfortable chamois I've ever used. The only issue I found is that the sizing is different to the other Rapha bibs I've purchased. The small size in the Brevet bib is larger than the Pro team bib shorts. I would have purchased a size down (ie XS) if I had known.
Date published: 2022-10-21
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Dave Mac63 from
Does the job well
They fit and really hand has a nice feeling material. Slightly thicker feeling lycra and feel warm during an average cold morning ride in Melbourne. The shorts feel very lightweight. The leg pocket is very handy but would definitely prefer two pockets (one on each leg). Just had over month and appears some of the stitching fraying around one side of the chamois.
Date published: 2023-05-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
konkul from
Just right
The most comfortable bibs I have owned. I was a bit skeptical at first, they don't look like they should cost this much, but they proved to be worth it. Great for the long days as they somehow don't feel like diapers. The biggest win for my is that they seem to have just the right fit in the groin area. Not too loose and not too tight, just right.
Date published: 2022-06-23
Rated 3 out of
5
by
POBA from
Not great!
Seem smaller/tighter than previous size ‘small’. Substantial seams down front of thigh, leaves indent after riding. Not great for a new design.
Date published: 2022-06-05
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Brandoni from
Perfect, except for the chamois
The overall fit is the best of any bibs I've ever worn. The straps are extremely comfortable. The only downside is the chamois isnt dense enough in my opinion, at least for me. The chamois on the classic bibs is better in my opinion. Unfortunately, the difference in chamois makes these bibs too uncomfortable for me to ride with.
Date published: 2022-12-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
AJ 05 from
Great for long distance rides
I bought these for GF Mont Ventoux and they performed admirably. Totally comfortable and a perfect fit. I usually wear the Pro Team bibs but the leg grippers and feel of the material is far superior with these. The leg pocket is great for a quick access gel or energy bar too. Would highly recommend the Brevet bib shorts.
Date published: 2024-06-23