Best bib shorts 2020: great cycle shorts and jerseys

published 31 December 2019

Whether you’re racking up the miles in the wet and windy conditions of the great British outdoors or jetting off to do a cycle sportive in slightly warmer climes, you'll need the best bib shorts and a decent jersey to match.   

While they can feel a little strange to put on if you’re new to them, bib shorts are handy for holding your bits and bobs in place, allowing for more comfort and reducing chafing.

Since there's no waist band or uncomfortable drawstring, bib shorts stay up thanks to lightweight breathable shoulder straps and thus are more comfortable than regular cycling shorts, helping you stay in the saddle for longer.

A matching jersey isn’t essential but it does help make you look the part. It will also keep you warm and dry as well as provide lots of pockets to store race necessities, such as energy gels and water, at arm’s reach.

Here are our some of our favourites for the ultimate comfort and streamlining, wind-defeating qualities.

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Best bib shorts 2020

Developed with Fabian Cancellara for endurance road cycling, Gore’s C7 long distance gear is all about maximum support with the ultimate comfort. Built for the long haul, the bib and shorts kit are made out of a very lightweight, low force elastic and flatlock seams to ensure the shorts stay in place if cycling until the cows come home. They are also super soft feeling on the skin while keeping you warm in less preferable weather conditions thanks to a dense knit construction.