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super comfortable but outrageously expensive This is my second pair of Assos Ladies Bib Shorts having purchased the FI Lady T a few years ago. They are by far the most comfortable shorts I have ever worn for long distance (up to 400km randonnee) cycling. This is mainly due to the chamois which is pure comfort. The fabric and cut are also excellent, although I'm not sure about longevity as yet. Despite the new type of fastening (the FI Lady T has a zip up front) it is still a major pain to have to disrobe to go to the toilet, particularly in the cold weather when I'm wearing lots of layers. You definitely need a full zip jersey to make this task less onerous. However, this is a comment on the bib style in general and not these shorts in particular. I have found that the new clip fastening has come undone while I'm riding several times. I've worked out that I need to twist it so that the hook bit faces upwards so this doesn't happen. Not a major issue, but very annoying to have to refasten on the move. I have also had some minor chaffing on longer rides (in hot weather) where the v-shaped seam at the back rubs on my backbone, even though this is flatlocked. Overall though - if you are looking for comfort on long rides - these really deliver! 10 March 2010

Comfy and stylish i have significantly upped the kilometers I have been doing on the bike and was feeling the pressure - so to speak. So i decided to invest in 2 pairs of the F1 13 S5 bib shorts. The are extremely comfortable and seem to mould to your body. The bib shorts relieve the pressure around your middle section, that you can experience with normal shorts. I am a small female with very tiny waist, I didn't realise how much pressure normal shorts place on your middle section!!! very comfortable and when in the riding position feels like you are wearing nothing at all. Chamios is very good and you'll notice the difference it makes after 100++ km ride. They also look incredibly stylish. The only draw back is they are expensive and you think twice before taking them out in the rain. 10 September 2009

Awesome shorts These are worth every penny and are simply the most amazing shorts I've ever used. 13 May 2015