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So I've got lots more miles on these Assos bibs and wanted to make an update. These are by far the best freakin' bibs I've ever ridden in! The chamois is perfect and forms to your anatomy instead of being a big diaper between you and your saddle. I rode with my Castelli's yesterday and the first ten miles had me pulling at my legs because the material is so much tighter. It was quite annoying. The things that I found different on the Assos at first have made me understand exactly why they do what they do. The chamois didn't seem thick enough at first but now it is the perfect shape for me. Many other companies have too much material on the edges so it chafes you when you pedal after long distances, not so with the Assos. The material didn't seem tight enough, but now I think it's just exactly the way it should be. I thought the straps were strangely positioned and were too close together, but after wearing the Castelli's their straps seems to be too far apart and bother me almost as much as the tightness of the material they use.

Maybe the Assos just fit my body better than most people, but I sure am grateful to Dan for giving us the heads-up with the sale so that I was able to try them out. I don't think I'll be able to wear anything else from now on.
 
Good stuff, Doug. I've only 2 rides on my Assos bib tights and like them very much, too. Not sure if they will be my only go-to bibtight as they are quite pricey. Gore Xenon bibtights work for me as well, so I may flip between the two.

So I'm in Cali right now enjoying the outdoors with this nature 'outfitter/organization'. My wife signed me up for a few hikes this week but with the herniated disc, I had to back out of one today and rented a bike instead. I don't normally stop to take snaps of my ride, but the scenery is just too beautiful to pass up.

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Lots of cyclists on the road as we were driving along the coast, especially the famous Route 1 corridor. Cyclists and car seemingly getting along very well, with all the cyclist riding single file and all the cars showing courtesy to the cyclists and their safety. When we pulled over at a popular lunch spot in Pescadaro, I was treated to lots of bike porn: Cannondale EVOs, Pinarello Dogmas, Di2s everywhere! Some very serious riders with some very serious kits.
 
Very nice Allen! Thanks for the pics. Enjoy your time out there. Is the herniated disc something new?



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dlb2 said:
So I've got lots more miles on these Assos bibs and wanted to make an update. These are by far the best freakin' bibs I've ever ridden in! The chamois is perfect and forms to your anatomy instead of being a big diaper between you and your saddle. I rode with my Castelli's yesterday and the first ten miles had me pulling at my legs because the material is so much tighter. It was quite annoying. The things that I found different on the Assos at first have made me understand exactly why they do what they do. The chamois didn't seem thick enough at first but now it is the perfect shape for me. Many other companies have too much material on the edges so it chafes you when you pedal after long distances, not so with the Assos. The material didn't seem tight enough, but now I think it's just exactly the way it should be. I thought the straps were strangely positioned and were too close together, but after wearing the Castelli's their straps seems to be too far apart and bother me almost as much as the tightness of the material they use.

Maybe the Assos just fit my body better than most people, but I sure am grateful to Dan for giving us the heads-up with the sale so that I was able to try them out. I don't think I'll be able to wear anything else from now on.
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Doug I'm really happy you enjoy Assos and trust me we are not alone. They fit strangely when you are of the bike but once in the "cycling position" they are perfect. Interesting to see most folk will spend a gazillion dollars on a frame and forget what's most important, the contact points. If shoes, shorts, helmet, gloves and jersey don't fit well then you will not enjoy the ride, it's that simple.
 
socfan12 said:
Good stuff, Doug. I've only 2 rides on my Assos bib tights and like them very much, too. Not sure if they will be my only go-to bibtight as they are quite pricey. Gore Xenon bibtights work for me as well, so I may flip between the two.

So I'm in Cali right now enjoying the outdoors with this nature 'outfitter/organization'. My wife signed me up for a few hikes this week but with the herniated disc, I had to back out of one today and rented a bike instead. I don't normally stop to take snaps of my ride, but the scenery is just too beautiful to pass up.


Lots of cyclists on the road as we were driving along the coast, especially the famous Route 1 corridor. Cyclists and car seemingly getting along very well, with all the cyclist riding single file and all the cars showing courtesy to the cyclists and their safety. When we pulled over at a popular lunch spot in Pescadaro, I was treated to lots of bike porn: Cannondale EVOs, Pinarello Dogmas, Di2s everywhere! Some very serious riders with some very serious kits.
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Allen you can try Capo, a little cheaper and they do the job quite right.

PCH is probably one of the nicest area to ride in North America, scenery is amazing, road is beautiful and the weather is perfect. Enjoy!

Interesting to see that the herniated does give you less problems on the bike than walking. Hope it heals soon.
 
Doug, I've had the herniated disc for years. Cycling and skiing are so far the only two sports I can do regularly at this point.

Dan, I have the type of herniated disc where I'm better off a little hunched over, like when cycling or skiing. If I stand up straight, I get tired within 20 minutes. Others they can only stand perfectly straight and can't bend over one bit. In a way I guess I'm lucky I have the former! :)

Just found out next year the organization is going near the Smokey Mountains in NC. Bringing my bike to ride the Blue Ridge Highway!!:exciting:
 
So went on a ride this weekend, Saturday with my Gore Xenon bib tights and Sunday with the Assos bib tights. Make a short story shorter, the Assos wins hands down. While the Xenon feels good standing up and the Assos feels a little diaper'ish then, on the saddle, where it really counts, the Asssos completely seems to disappear and fit my buttocks like a glove. I will like to try some Castelli bin tights as they are my go to brand now, but I suspect the Assos will win that comparo, too. Gee, thanks a lot, Dan!:evil:

On a side note, was thinking maybe I'll upgrade the bike later this year or sometime next. Was thinking of something along the lines of Cannondale Super Six Evo or the like. Any recommendations from my two wheeled friends? I'm not a fan of Specialized's marketing approach, so they will be last on my list (though I do like their bikes!) Any suggestions?

Cheers
 
Happy you like Assos Allen!

I ride a Supersix so Cannondale would be my first choice. They are the best bikes for me, excellent power transfer and very stable. Never had a bike that was so easy to stand on for long period of time.

But considering your back issues you may want to consider the Synapse, a less aggressive position than the CAAD 10, Supersix or Evo (which have the same geometry). Which brings me to this, EVO is really not necessary unless you are as light as professionals. I always say that if I want to drop the weight of the bike I should diet more. Use the money saved for a better set of wheels, which I think you will appreciate more. A very good friend of mine, a bike shop owner, once advised me to always buy a frame well within my means so I don't obsess about crashing. He rides a CAAD10 for your information.

And I hate Specialized too, I have seen first hand their bullying tactics and IMHO their products are more prone to failure according to my friend.

And you want to try something different go for Campy ;)
 
Allen, glad you like the Assos bibs. That chamois does fit like a glove.

I'm right with Dan as far as frames go. The Super Six are phenomenal and you really don't need the EVO version. The Synapse is more laid back and is the bike the pros use for the spring classics due to the frame being more forgiving than the Super Six. I've always been a C'Dale fan and I like that they have a lifetime warranty. I have no idea how much you want to spend so I'll just throw a couple out there that intrigue me. One is the Willier GTS and the other that would be my #1 pick after Cannondale is the Cervelo R3. The R3 is another Paris-Roubaix grinder that is pretty reasonable price wise and I really like them as a company and their no-nonsense business philosophy.

I'm right there with you guys as far as Specialized is concerned. No likey!

Make sure to add those new wheels you've been wanting for a year or so now. Was it the Enve SES 3.4?
 
You guys are absolutely right, I have no business getting the Evo, let alone the Supersix. But damn the bikes in Cali had me lusting for a new set of shiny wheels!:P. Will be going to NC next summer so dreaming of riding up the Blue Ridge Parkway on a shiny new steed. Will see.

Any of you guys following the Tour? Can't believe Cavendish, Froome, and now Contador all crashed out!:panic:
 
socfan12 said:
You guys are absolutely right, I have no business getting the Evo, let alone the Supersix. But damn the bikes in Cali had me lusting for a new set of shiny wheels!:P. Will be going to NC next summer so dreaming of riding up the Blue Ridge Parkway on a shiny new steed. Will see.

Any of you guys following the Tour? Can't believe Cavendish, Froome, and now Contador all crashed out!:panic:
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Cavendish had it coming. When you play the way he does sometimes those are the consequences... He's a great sprinter but a poor sport. I was happy to see a stage with cobbles. It seemed as though it kind of separated the men from the boys. I'm glad Nibali is back in yellow, I've always thought he was a strong rider but maybe spent too much energy during the Giro de Italia to be a force in the Tour de France. Hopefully this year is different.
 
Bob, I saw a fat bike by Mongoose at a local big box store yesterday, $249.00. How's that for a price! No need to buy a $$$$ Salsa, just rip on this one for a year or so before it falls apart!
 
Bobvin said:
Don't forget to shop BikesDirect, they frequently offer some outstanding bargains. I'm probably going to be ordering a Motobecane Fat Bike soon... a couple buddies ordered similar last winter, finally got them late spring. Very, very cool, and a ton of fun. Excellent bargain.
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Very cool .. ! I've been geeking on the support vechicles / wagons / 'touring' units shown on the tour .. Jaguar wagon ? new to me!
 
I just got back from a short 18 mile ride with my son and a friend on the Gateway Trail here on the outskirts of the Twin Cites. Its a paved bike and horse trail through a wooded area and farm land with rolling hills and it passes a few small lakes and ponds along the way. I usually see deer and other wild life along the way. Today I saw 6 wild Turkey's hanging out in a shaded area by a pond. It was a beautiful day on the trail which is mostly shaded by woodlands, 88F, slight breeze.
 
Bob, I've been seeing more ads for the fat bikes. If you get one, please report back. They look like fun bikes to have!

Menchutt, sounds like a nice ride, especially with your son. How old is he? I'm trying to get my son (16) to ride with me as well. Interested, but no action yet...:dunno:
 
socfan12 said:
Bob, I've been seeing more ads for the fat bikes. If you get one, please report back. They look like fun bikes to have!

Menchutt, sounds like a nice ride, especially with your son. How old is he? I'm trying to get my son (16) to ride with me as well. Interested, but no action yet...:dunno:
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My son is 23. I bought him a nice racer 2 years ago and he can ride rings around me. I had a cervical fusion and can't ride a drop handle anymore. I ride a highly modded hybrid bike, basically a racing bike with a straight bar handle bar and clip on drop handles so I can occasionally drop down.

Origin 8 Bicycle Drop Bar Ends, Black | BikeWorldUSA
 
Ooh, sounds painful. Happy to hear you are still on the saddle, though!:tup: When you say racer: mountain or roadie?
 
socfan12 said:
Ooh, sounds painful. Happy to hear you are still on the saddle, though!:tup: When you say racer: mountain or roadie?
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Road bike with Shimano 105 and Tiagra components.

I had been riding a 40 year old Peugeot PX-10 ( I bought it used when I was 15) that I had fully restored to all its glory with tubular tires. I loved that bike. It had beautiful hand crafted lugging on the frame and it weighed about 19lbs. It was the bike used by many of the professionals on the racing circuit back in the day. The Reynolds 531 frame was a dream to ride with a broken in Brooks Professional saddle. Its a shame that they don't make bikes like that any more. Carbon and Aluminum just don't feel the same.
 
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