any cyclists/roadies?

[hammondc]

Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

Yes, Assos is kinda of expensive, but to put in perspective, I have gone through 3 pairs of bib shorts while still using the same Assos bib shorts for 10 years. Which is more expensive in the end?

Problem with buying bike clothes online is whether they'll fit correct. Fit is important and brands are not uniform in fit.

One brand I would avoid is Castelli; real crap that is overpriced. Louis Garneau is well priced. Giordana is a solid brand. Campagnolo's clothing line is nice.

Agreed on this for the most part. I just cannot spend $300 on bibs. Hell I may get super fat or super thin in that time frame. I KNOW it is the best out there. I just cannot justify it. I have good luck with PI, but have also used their running gear for years.

Agree 200% on Castelli. I bought a very nice bib for ~$125 and it fits like crap, pilled very early and the color washed out.

[mosesbotbol]

Originally Posted by hammondc

Agree 200% on Castelli. I bought a very nice bib for ~$125 and it fits like crap, pilled very early and the color washed out.

Exactly what happened to me as well. On top of that, I contacted Castelli and filled out a return form, sent them my gloves that fell apart and I got nothing in return. Horrible customer service, crappy product. Their heyday was like 30 years ago when shorts were merino wool..