Regardless of whether you're a road cyclist, mountain biker or gravel rider, getting your clothing right is vital for having a good time on the bike.
It can be difficult to find cycling clothing that’s comfortable, performs well and fits – and most of the kit worth your attention is pretty pricey.
While reviews go some way to giving an indication of fit and performance, there's nothing quite like trying out kit on the trails or road. But, with most brands limiting you to trying on in store, that's a tricky business.
However, buy any product from Endura’s Pro SL, MT500 or GV500 ranges, and the Scottish brand offers a no-quibble replacement or refund if you’re not satisfied and return the item within 90 days to the store where you bought it.
Cycling shorts can be tricky to choose
Cycling shorts and bib shorts are among the most important – and expensive – pieces of kit to get right. They need to fit closely so the seat pad stays in place, avoiding rubbing and discomfort, but not so tight that the fabric cuts in or the straps feel restrictive.
Sizing can be inconsistent between brands, and even within different lines from the same brand – ‘performance’ or ‘pro’ kit tends to be tighter and more compressive. Trying on in a shop isn’t always enough either, because shorts can feel very different on the bike compared to in a changing room.
That’s where Endura’s 90-day refund policy provides a lot of reassurance.
Buy an item from the premium Pro SL, MT500 or GV500 ranges, and if you aren’t comfortable, you can return it for a refund or replacement within 90 days, giving you plenty of time to make sure your new clothing works for you.
It’s not only bib shorts, either; Endura’s refund policy applies to any items from the three ranges, including technical weatherproof jackets, shoes, helmets, socks and neck gaiters.
Top-spec padded shorts for all riding styles
Endura offers an unusually wide range of size options. For example, the Pro SL bib shorts are sold in six sizes from XS to XXL.
There are regular and long leg options and three colours to choose from, so you can be sure to find a pair to suit, whatever your build.
The Women’s Pro SL bib shorts and bib tights feature Endura’s DropSeat, making mid-ride comfort breaks much easier. They include a women’s specific pad, which incorporates medical-grade elastomer inserts in sensitive areas, designed to dissipate pressure much better than gel inserts or foam padding.
Endura takes the same care over its MT500 Protector Undershorts II for mountain bikers.
Not only do these include its 550 Series Mountain seat pad, purpose-designed and positioned for MTB riders, but there are crash protector inserts on the hips, tailbone and lower legs, a seamless crotch area and flatlocked seams.
The undershorts are compatible with Endura’s Clickfast system, to ensure perfect alignment with its baggy shorts.
Gravel riders aren’t neglected, with the GV500 Reiver bib shorts providing cargo pockets and double-layered side panels to add extra protection if you crash.
- Buy the men's GV500 Reiver bib shorts direct from Endura
- Buy the wommen's GV500 Reiver bib shorts direct from Endura
They have Endura’s top-spec 600 Series seat pad with gel inserts and an antibacterial finish, and can be worn alone or paired with Endura’s GV500 Foyle baggy gravel overshorts.
Endura’s extensive line-up of road, MTB and gravel kit, along with its 90-day no-quibble guarantee, should put its top-spec clothing lines high on your shortlist for your next bib shorts or undershorts purchase.
