Tights and trousers reviews
Shopping for new tights and trousers? Discover the must-haves and the always-avoids with reviews from Cycling Weekly.
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Rab Cinder Kinetic Waterproof shorts review: the all-weather shorts are British winter proof
I'm slowly running out of excuses not to ride in the cold and rain
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Troy Lee Designs Lilium Pants review - a slim and lightweight option tailored for women
Stylish and practical cycling trousers tailored for women
By Rachel Sokal Published
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Rapha Men's Explore Pants review - not quite what we were expecting
Trousers for adventures which are a little short on bike features
By Rachel Sokal Published
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Castelli Entrata Wind Bib Tights review – Excellent performance but 'entry-level' doesn't mean cheap...
The Entrata Wind bibs will keep you drier and warmer on those long winter training rides
By Paul Grele Last updated
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Le Col Hors Catégorie Bib Tights review – mega warmth and hydrophobic
Particularly for those really cold days when only the warmest will do
By Paul Grele Last updated
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Velocio Zero Men's Bib Tights review
Winter tights that will keep you warm, adjust to your shape and never have you sitting uncomfortably. About as perfect as you'd hope for given the price
By Chris Marshall-Bell Last updated
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Assos Mille GTO Winter Bib Tights C2 review
Got half a grand set aside to keep you warm on your winter rides? If the answer is yes, get buying now. You'll be warm, your tights will brush off water and spray, and you'll be super comfortable all day - and all winter
By Chris Marshall-Bell Last updated
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Rapha Technical Trousers review - can riding pants really fit in at the office?
Part of Rapha’s lifestyle range, the Technical Trousers are designed to be worn both on and off the bike. But is it really possible to wear riding trousers in the office and not look like “that guy”?
By Rachel Sokal Published
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Rapha Classic Winter Tights with pad review
Comfy fleece-backed tights on days up to around 10°C
By Andy Turner Published
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Q36.5 Light Bib Tight review – leaves us questioning if leg warmers have had their day
The early fall and spring option gets a shake down, ending up with our cycling kit getting a shake out
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Pearl Izumi Men's Cycling Thermal Bib Tights review
If you've not got a load of money to throw at winter tights then these are a good option, but you need to check sizing carefully
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Pinnacle Thermal Cycling Tights Lady Review
Definitely thermal, suited to relaxed rides, but not the best for performance road cycling
By Emma Silversides Published
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Van Rysel Women's Winter Cycling Bib Tights Quick Zip review
Van Rysel’s Winter Bib Tights are an affordable option for those continuing to ride outdoors in the colder weather. The Quick-Zip system is a nice idea and certainly makes for a swift comfort break. However, the fit and comfort of the tights are compromised by it, and there are practical issues with it too.
By Emma Silversides Published
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Velocio Women's Foundation Bib Tights review
Premium quality bibs from 100% recycled fabrics
By Emma Silversides Published
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Castelli LW 2 bib tights review
A midweight bibtight, designed to balance warmth with breathability in cool weather
By Stefan Abram Last updated
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Endura Pro SL Bibtights II review
Windproof panels and a water repellent coating make the Pro SL seriously protective
By James Bracey Published
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Morvelo Stealth Thermoactive bibtights review
Morvelo's lighter winter tights offer great stretch and a fair amount of weather proofing
By James Bracey Published
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Assos Women’s Habu LaaLaLai_S7 bib tights review
Assos has a reputation for providing the very best chamois for the job – we put its women's winter tights to the test
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published
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dhb Aeron Women's FLT Roubaix bib tights review
Reflective detailing is teamed with the highly regarded Roubaix fabric from Italian brand Miti for the dhb Aeron Women's FLT Roubaix bib tights, but can this affordable option of keep you warm on a bike this winter?
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Santini Vega Aquazero bib tights review
Good bib tights for wet weather riding
By Henry Robertshaw Published
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Lusso Classic Thermal Bib Tights review
British-made tights that keep it simple but are super effective and very competitively priced
By Simon Smythe Published
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Shimano Evolve Wind bib tights review
Designed for the worst conditions and the lowest temperatures, the Shimano Evolve Wind bib tights are seriously heavy duty
By Simon Smythe Published
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Sportful Pro bib tights review
The thermal Sportful Pro bib tights are specially designed to keep you riding hard in cold weather, but just need to loose the knee spats.
By Hannah Bussey Published
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La Passione Prestige Deep Winter Tights review
Italian-made tights that allow you to 'enjoy' winter? Easy to say if you live next to Lake Garda, but the flagship tights from La Passione really can make British-weather mileage surprisingly pleasurable
By Simon Smythe Published
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Rapha Souplesse winter tights review
The pro fit Rapha Souplesse Winter Tights pledge to keep you on your bike when the temperature drops, so we got out in the cold stuff to find out.
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Rapha Pro Team bib tights review
With a careful eye on all weather riding the Rapha Pro Team bib tights delivers a full range of features designed to keep you riding whatever the weather
By James Bracey Published
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Nopinz Trip Sockz review
The Trip Sockz have become incredibly popular in the time trial community. We decided to find out whether all the hype is justified
By Chris Hovenden Published
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Castelli Sanremo 2 Thermosuit review
The Castelli Sanremo 2 Thermosuit might technically be a cycling onesie but it could make a great addition to your winter wardrobe.
By Symon Lewis Published
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Santini Adapt Polartec Thermal C3 bib tights review
The Santini Adapt bib tights are great for either side of deep winter, they’re very comfortable and very well made – but they’re also very expensive.
By Simon Smythe Published