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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Castelli Espresso Bib Tight review - the simple bib tight with a versatile temperature window and unrestrictive fit
Simple, warm and comfortable, Castelli's Espresso Bib Tight is perfect for cool rides in spring and autumn
By Tim Russon Published
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Pas Normal Studios Mechanism Deep Winter Long Bibs review: exceptionally warm tights in a race-fit style
Warm, highly water-resistant bib tights with a supportive pad for long-ride comfort in the winter months
By Andy Turner Published
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Castelli Sorpasso RoS Wind Bibtight review: they will keep you riding outdoors whatever the weather
Windproof, warm and comfortable, the Castelli Sorpasso RoS Wind Bibtight means no more weather-based excuses
By Tim Russon Published
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Lightweight bib tights for those who despise wearing leg warmers: Ornot’s Women’s Lightweight Droptail Tight reviewed
'Tights like these are why I’ve bid farewell to the hassles of knee- and leg warmers for good.’
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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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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Hoy Vulpine Men’s Roubaix bib tights review
Sir Chris Hoy and Vulpine have collaborated to create some stylish cycling apparel. We put the Hoy Vulpine Men's Roubaix bib tights to the test
By Chris Hovenden Published
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Sportful Bodyfit Pro Thermal bib-tights review
Sportful Bodyfit Pro Thermal bib-tights £100
By Cycling Weekly Published
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Spoke Bulletproofs cycling trousers review
If you only ride a few miles to work and back you might not want to get dressed head-to-toe in Lycra every time. Normal clothes with a few cycling specific design nods fill that gap
By Simon Richardson Published
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Sportful Bodyfit Pro Thermal bibtight review
Sportful Bodyfit Pro Thermal bibtight £100
By Mike Hawkins Published
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GORE C3 Women's Windstopper bib tights + review
Made from the coveted GORE Windstopper fabric the GORE C3 Women's Windstopper Bibtights + promise to keep you riding down to -15 degrees, so could they be your ideal snow partner?
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Pearl Izumi Pursuit women's bib tights review
Keep the cold out without having to strip off for comfort breaks - what's not to love?
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published
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Assos Sturmnuss Knicker review
By Mike Hawkins Published
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Assos HabutightsMille S7 tights review
Assos has a reputation for being the best when it comes to shorts and winter tights and they haven't disappointed with the Assos HabutightsMille S7 tights
By Symon Lewis Published
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Endura Xtract bib tights review
The no chills Endura Xtract bib tights keep it simple, but effective with an attractive price tag, helping to make winter riding more affordable.
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Castelli Sorpasso RoS women's bib tights review
Cyclists ask a lot of their winter tights, but Castelli ticks the boxes without a jarring swing tag
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published