Rated 5 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Very comfortable
Very light and comfortable, I literally forget I am wearing it!
Date published: 2022-05-25
Rated 5 out of
5
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KewTip from
Excellent bibs
Previously I have bought size M from Rapha but followed the size chart suggestion this time. Upon receipt was clear I needed M (for reference I'm 1.7m). The swap with Rapha was straight forward.
Material on these bibs is very soft with lots of stretch and less compression that many Rapha bibs or other brands I use. Leg length also slightly shorter but that works for me. Pad is the usual Rapha quality - very good. Overall very pleased.
Date published: 2023-08-24
Rated 1 out of
5
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Corey A from
Do not buy!
Do not buy. I wore this bib once and had color/dye migrate all over my jersey and base layer staining both items. What made thing worse was the customer service which did nothing. No response to any of my communications highlight this issue.
Date published: 2024-06-03
Rated 5 out of
5
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Colorado Cyclist from
Cross the finish line with a smile
Bought these prior to the 2023 Triple Bypass ride in Colorado and the first thing I noticed was the high quality material. The fit was firm and comfortable. Rising 118 miles and climbing 10,800 vertical feet requires a great chamois and in this regard the Brevet bib shorts excelled. I also liked the extra pocket on the right thigh. After 9 hours and 47 minutes in the saddle, I crossed the finish line with a big smile.
Date published: 2023-08-05
Rated 5 out of
5
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Dan Morgan from
Unbelievably Comfortable
I previously wore Bontrager Velocis bib shorts for a number of years before they updated their design, which caused me to look into other options. The Rapha Brevet bib was an entirely different level of comfort - it was immediately noticeable and was more comfortable from the start to the finish of a long ride. Now that I've experienced this bib short, I would be hard pressed to wear anything else.
Date published: 2023-10-21
Rated 2 out of
5
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Rob1972 from
Materials good, sizing not good.
materials are good, fit is not consistent with other Rapha bib shorts. Sizing is the biggest issue with internet ordering of clothing... and it seems to be no different with Rapha.
Date published: 2022-07-08
Rated 4 out of
5
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Paul Dennis from
Brevet bibs
Thought I’d give these a try, on first time wearing them I wasn’t convinced these were going to be that comfortable, looks and feel really nice, fit is very good, I’m normally a large but went for medium with the brevet bibs which is a perfect fit, the pad has got more comfortable the more I wear them, my only gripe is the seam down the middle of the pad hence only giving 4 stars
Date published: 2023-04-28
Rated 5 out of
5
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NigeO from
First piece of Rapha clothing
First piece of Rapha clothing I’ve bought, what I can say is the sizing actually aligns to the guide provided by Rapha unlike a number of other manufacturers (Rapha I’m a medium where as a certain Italian make I ended up purchasing a XL!!!!). Lovely quality and I wore them today for a hilly 40 miles, no rubbing and they were like a second skin- I could be a Rapha convert.
Date published: 2023-04-17
Rated 4 out of
5
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psavvas from
Just ok
As a long time Rapha bib owner I found these a little worse than bibs I'd worn in the past. At this price point I would have assumed that taped seams would be a given.
There were fine and the phone pocket is convenient, but I didn't find the shorts as well put together as other pairs I've owned and the product descriptions didn't make the differences particularly clear.
Date published: 2024-09-05
Rated 3 out of
5
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Hudson Valley Randonneurs from
The cut is not great.
I thought I'd give these a try as I love other items in the brevet range. I have an earlier pair of brevet bibs and they fit much better than these. I found the legs to be a bit too baggy and the cuff. Maybe I need to build my thighs, but I sent these back.
Date published: 2024-09-14
Rated 4 out of
5
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consy from
Would be even nicer with a pocket on both legs...
These are great bib-shorts and function as specified. I do find one thing about them frustrating though. I really don't understand the decision not to put a pocket on both legs. Is that supposed to functionally differentiate them from the cargo bib shorts? These are premium bibs meant for long rides over big distances. Put a pocket on both legs for crying out loud...
Date published: 2022-08-26
Rated 5 out of
5
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Legend 5 point 7 from
Best bibs I've owned
First Rapha bib shorts I've owned, and very happy with them. Without doubt they are THE most comfortable bibs I've worn. I've had Assos, Le Col, Castelli... all very nice but these Rapha Brevet bibs definitely the best. They are just a well-made, quality product with an extremely comfortable seat pad. I'm 76kg and 185cm. I chose the large. Just about perfect.
Date published: 2024-09-02
Rated 5 out of
5
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mwestle from
Best All Around Bib Shorts
I've owned lots of bib shorts but I keep coming back to Rapha. They excel at comfort, quality, and fit. These in particular are excellent all around shorts. The side pocket is great if you only want one. Rapha is clear on the web site re: fit. I'm 5'8" 178 pounds and generally wear a MED but based on the description I purchased a SMALL and they fit perfect.
Date published: 2023-09-28
Rated 4 out of
5
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Milam from
Great padding, upper felt a little warm
Padding performed well, clearly superior to the pro collection for longer rides. The upper however is less breathable than the pro bib shorts (i use the aero jersey which is skin hugging) i will try the same with a more relaxed fitting jersey to check how it feels in it. Have not used the pockets however they should help in carrying gels in a full day ride.
Date published: 2023-08-06
Rated 5 out of
5
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Moff from
Wow, talk about comfort.
SUPER SUPER Comfortable. A comfortable fit, definitely not a race fit. Did I mention they're comfortable? WAY more comfortable than the core series, or Pedal Mafia / VAIVAI or Black Sheep bibs. Thigh pocket thus far has proved to be pretty good. Used for stashing food bars, occasional mobile phone (when it's not raining) or work pass on commuting days.
Date published: 2023-07-27
Rated 5 out of
5
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The Atomic Aardvark from
Luxury in shorts
Picked these up on sale and pleasantly surprised. Incredibly luxurious material with accurate sizing. Slightly shorter in the leg than the cargo shorts but pad and fit almost identical. Nice for longer rides in warmer climes. Seriously comfortable. Pocket on the right leg fits a phone case etc, would have preferred it on the left but it is what it is
Date published: 2022-10-01
Rated 4 out of
5
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Richard68 from
Does a job
This is my second pair of Brevet Bib Shorts in 3 yrs and I find the sizing (XL) in the new version truer to the norm.
The fabric is comfortable even on hot days and I appreciate the reflective and Hi Vis elements.
The Chamois is described as for all day riding, whilst comfortable, personally I will switch to the Classic Bibs for anything over 4hrs.
Date published: 2024-02-11
Rated 5 out of
5
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RickyGene from
Most comfortable Knicks I own.
These Knicks are almost absurdly comfortable. My regular Knicks are Assos and these are better. I’ve done 100km rides with no soreness or really even without noticing them at all. Just rode the Stelvio sitting in the saddle the whole way - Knicks were not a factor. The pocket is handy too. I’m buying another set when I get home. Well done Rapha.
Date published: 2023-08-20
Rated 5 out of
5
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carbonfiend from
Brilliant
I have a number of Rapha shorts and all of them are excellent but these are without doubt the best. The fit and comfort level is beyond any shorts I've ever owned. Great for long or short rides. The only possible negative is if you don't like your shorts 'short' then these might not be for you - I like them like this so for me its not a problem.
Date published: 2023-06-23
Rated 5 out of
5
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Andy G1 from
Great item over long ride,
Great item very comfortable over long ride, rode 100 miles with no sores...
Date published: 2022-07-27
Rated 1 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Waiting to see
I bought this item at sale price, the last few Rapha items I have purchased have faded very badly, after contacting Rapha customer services with photos and being very unsatisfied with their reply I have vowed never to buy full price items again. It has been far to soon to past judgement on this item yet.
Date published: 2023-05-11
Rated 5 out of
5
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Richard Triathlon from
Super comfortable bib shorts
The material of this bib shorts make them feel super luxurious which is good given the price! Used for 3 months and fit great in Medium for me 182 cm and 77 kg. Thigh pocket for phone useful addition. Only issue was green colour, Rapha does not have any tops that match (probably explains why colour was in the discount section!)
Date published: 2023-09-22
Rated 5 out of
5
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Eric K Michigan from
My new favorite bibshorts!
These are now my favorite bibshorts. I have used bibshorts from other brands, but Rapha is my go to. I have been happy with the core line but decided to give the Brevit a try. So glad I did. The pad is an upgrade that really makes a difference on longer rides. Very comfortable and the pocket comes in handy as well. Love these!
Date published: 2022-09-22
Rated 5 out of
5
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Dave Mauro from
Fantastic Feel and Look
The bib shorts fit perfectly, feel great on and look fantastic! Had them on a ride today in 28 degree weather and they still felt great and did not over heat. The cargo pocket also comes off in handy at the coffee shop. I have the navy blue and am considering purchasing a second pair. Definitely recommend these bib shorts.
Date published: 2023-08-16
Rated 4 out of
5
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Peter GB from
Good bib shorts, good pad. Not cheap
Comfortable shorts. I like the pocket on the leg. Good pad. I got them at a discount price and they still weren’t cheap! Some reflective material on them. I’ve noted on another review that the opening at the end of the leg seemed loose. They were fine on me but I agree they’re not particularly tight at the end of the leg.
Date published: 2023-08-10
Rated 5 out of
5
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MrG26 from
Name a better bib
The best pair of bibs I own. Comfort for hours without feeling bulky. The straps being wide banded soft fabric also helps add to the luxurious experience. Fit wise these are supposed to be on the relaxed side of things. I found them to be slightly short feeling on the upper straps. Other than that they're perfect.
Date published: 2023-04-04
Rated 4 out of
5
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MrEdonis from
Bets bib ever ? for long ride under 25º.
Very comfortable bibs, fits very good, nice fabric, great comfortable chamois pad. I like the pocket on the right leg. Downside of the thick chamois is it's very warm, therefore, on really hot days I rather use a cooler bibs. Also the material on the front side feels a sticky on my belly( on those really hot days)
Date published: 2023-07-09
Rated 5 out of
5
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Tri Coach from
Best iteration yet!
I,be tried just about every pair of Brevet big shorts from Rapha and this has to be the best yet. The material is the smoothest I’ve ever tried. The fit is snug without too much compression. Fit is spot-on and I can’t think of anything negative to write (yet). Meaning, I hope they hold up after many miles.
Date published: 2022-09-27
Rated 5 out of
5
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Mickey Dos from
Great bib shorts
Ordered large and changed for Medium and fit perfect. 5’ 8” and 33”waist. Happy with quality of bib shorts and material. Seat not comfortable on my hard carbon saddle, but changed to my brooks Cabmium with bit more give and found great match for my 50 mile half day rides. Would recommend shorts to my friends.
Date published: 2022-08-06
Rated 5 out of
5
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BenW123 from
My new favorite
best bibs ever. after I bought blue, I then got black. On the advice of the store, I sized down to reduce the leg length ( from XL to L). will never go back. the pocket is great for my phone, and again, i will never go back. Finally, strap/torso design is very comfortable for someone with additional girth
Date published: 2023-08-24