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how do you like them maybe compare to Assos ?
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@ nismosr: Can't really compare to Assos. The last time I used a pair of assos bibs was about 9-10 years ago. Never loved them. I've been using desoto 400 mile bibs, demarchi contour evo, garneau mondo evo and craft elite bibs. My favorites were the desoto & demarchi, until these. I also had a pair of the castelli free bibs, but the pad started falling apart.
The demarchi & desoto bibs were used on rides over 100 miles (and I do a lot of those, especially in the summer). They were very comfortable, but the sportful bibs take it to another level. I've done 2 100+ mile rides in them and at least 10 more in the 60-85 mile range and I haven't had to make an adjustment, shift my position because of discomfort or anything of the sort. Never experienced anything like it in 17 years of riding.
The demarchi & desoto bibs were used on rides over 100 miles (and I do a lot of those, especially in the summer). They were very comfortable, but the sportful bibs take it to another level. I've done 2 100+ mile rides in them and at least 10 more in the 60-85 mile range and I haven't had to make an adjustment, shift my position because of discomfort or anything of the sort. Never experienced anything like it in 17 years of riding.
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@mdeth1313,
How do the Sportful bibs hold up? I've been using the Desoto, as well, and their durability is one of the things I find most appealing. Also, could you compare the thickness of the Total Comfort to the Desoto? I'm considering grabbing a pair, but I'm wondering if the pad might be too thick. It seems they make another chamois (TC Pro) that is a bit thinner. Thanks!
How do the Sportful bibs hold up? I've been using the Desoto, as well, and their durability is one of the things I find most appealing. Also, could you compare the thickness of the Total Comfort to the Desoto? I'm considering grabbing a pair, but I'm wondering if the pad might be too thick. It seems they make another chamois (TC Pro) that is a bit thinner. Thanks!
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Where are you guys getting your Sportful total comfort bibs from?
Looking for an online store with decent stock levels.
Cheers
GJ
Looking for an online store with decent stock levels.
Cheers
GJ
@boysa:
I really feel as if the pad is about the same thickness or a bit less. I haven't compared side by side, but using 1 pair right after the other it's a different feel. I have the newer desoto bibs w/ the ceramic coating and the sportful also have it, but I can't give you long-term data.
I can tell you the sportful bibsdo not feel as compressive, but they do feel more like a 2nd skin.
I really feel as if the pad is about the same thickness or a bit less. I haven't compared side by side, but using 1 pair right after the other it's a different feel. I have the newer desoto bibs w/ the ceramic coating and the sportful also have it, but I can't give you long-term data.
I can tell you the sportful bibsdo not feel as compressive, but they do feel more like a 2nd skin.
Speedplay is the devil!
Thanks! If the pad is the same, or even thinnner, I'm definitely going to give them a shot. Great information.
FWIW, I think you were the one who turned me on to the Desoto!
FWIW, I think you were the one who turned me on to the Desoto!
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Given the outrageous pricing and the Brandt-Sorenson name I find the stuff impossible to buy. By name I mean the fact that the owner was caught doping for granfondos in the US.
But people still ride Cipollini and Virenque is still the poster boy for Festina, so I guess nobody would care
Edit: Sorry, it wasn't granfondos but masters nationals http://velonews.competitor.com/2011/10/ ... ing_195784
But people still ride Cipollini and Virenque is still the poster boy for Festina, so I guess nobody would care
Edit: Sorry, it wasn't granfondos but masters nationals http://velonews.competitor.com/2011/10/ ... ing_195784
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sweet, that is going to be one wicked ride
sweet, that is going to be one wicked ride