We love shorts from this Manchester-based firm and have never had a bad pair – in fact, last year’s DRS
design was a real favourite of ours. This new design is aimed at racers – and wannabes – and incorporates a
super-stretchy fabric that offers a bit of extra compression for the muscles. It’s said to both improve blood
flow and reduce lactic acid build up. We can’t promise you’ll be winning races in them, but you’ll certainly
be comfortable thanks to a seat pad designed for rides up to eight hours in duration.
Isadore bib shorts: £120, Wiggle
Twins Martin and Peter Velits set up Isadore while riding in the professional peloton and they have used
their experience of life on the road when designing their excellent kit. Like much of the Isadore range,
these bibs are understated and stylish, with no showy logos or unnecessary features. The fabric is super-soft
and nicely stretchy, with a comfy seat pad and seams that have been stitched flat to prevent any rubbing.
Morvelo classic white Nth series bib shorts: £125, Morvelo