Makoto
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http://www.raceface.com/products/details/stash-mens-bib
Anyone who knows me or has ridden with me frequently, knows that I hate carrying a pack unless I am out on an all day Epic (and need to carry more supplies, tools, parts, etc., to be more self sufficient). Therefore, when this product was released last year, I was very interested - even though it was aimed at the “Enduro” racers, which I am not.
That being said, I finally got around to buying a pair as my current chamois and bibs are getting towards the end of their lifespans. The fit appears to be similar to other brands of bibs I own (Castelli, Pearl Izumi, Craft and Mavic). I have a long torso, so in general I have difficulties finding good fitting bibs and these were tight out of the package, but after just one use and wash they seem to have stretched to fit my body pretty well.
The location of the pockets are great. There are two thigh pockets that can hold chews/gels/bars. On the back there is a compartment (that I have yet to use) that holds a bladder and has guidance loops for the hose. Across the back there are three pockets that can hold a tube, phone, water bottle, sustenance, etc., Shame on me, but I rarely carried my phone prior to buying these as I never wanted it in a leg pocket as they tend to be impact zones when I crash. Now I can keep my phone on my back where I feel it is less likely to get banged up, yet it is still easily accessible to snap a photo or check messages.
In my limited use I cannot quantify how much hotter they are than my other bibs. There is quite a bit more fabric on them than standard bibs, so in turn they must be hotter. What I will say is they are still cooler and less cumbersome than carrying a pack and where there are more materials they have used a meshy material to hopefully breathe a bit better.
The quality of the chamois is not the best I have used, but I think this may be a personal preference. I also have not used them for an all day ride, but I will not hesitate to try them out on an all day ride. I just hope they are comfortable and hold up ok. FYI, my Craft bibs have my favorite chamois. Not thick like a diaper, yet shaped properly for my sit bones and butt.
In the end, I am very pleased with my purchase. These bibs allow me to carry more items (be more prepared and as an Eagle scout...this suits me well...hahahaha) and still not have to carry a pack. Mission accomplished. FYI, Specialized makes a similar product, but I choose not to buy Specialized goods if I can avoid it.
Anyone who knows me or has ridden with me frequently, knows that I hate carrying a pack unless I am out on an all day Epic (and need to carry more supplies, tools, parts, etc., to be more self sufficient). Therefore, when this product was released last year, I was very interested - even though it was aimed at the “Enduro” racers, which I am not.
That being said, I finally got around to buying a pair as my current chamois and bibs are getting towards the end of their lifespans. The fit appears to be similar to other brands of bibs I own (Castelli, Pearl Izumi, Craft and Mavic). I have a long torso, so in general I have difficulties finding good fitting bibs and these were tight out of the package, but after just one use and wash they seem to have stretched to fit my body pretty well.
The location of the pockets are great. There are two thigh pockets that can hold chews/gels/bars. On the back there is a compartment (that I have yet to use) that holds a bladder and has guidance loops for the hose. Across the back there are three pockets that can hold a tube, phone, water bottle, sustenance, etc., Shame on me, but I rarely carried my phone prior to buying these as I never wanted it in a leg pocket as they tend to be impact zones when I crash. Now I can keep my phone on my back where I feel it is less likely to get banged up, yet it is still easily accessible to snap a photo or check messages.
In my limited use I cannot quantify how much hotter they are than my other bibs. There is quite a bit more fabric on them than standard bibs, so in turn they must be hotter. What I will say is they are still cooler and less cumbersome than carrying a pack and where there are more materials they have used a meshy material to hopefully breathe a bit better.
The quality of the chamois is not the best I have used, but I think this may be a personal preference. I also have not used them for an all day ride, but I will not hesitate to try them out on an all day ride. I just hope they are comfortable and hold up ok. FYI, my Craft bibs have my favorite chamois. Not thick like a diaper, yet shaped properly for my sit bones and butt.
In the end, I am very pleased with my purchase. These bibs allow me to carry more items (be more prepared and as an Eagle scout...this suits me well...hahahaha) and still not have to carry a pack. Mission accomplished. FYI, Specialized makes a similar product, but I choose not to buy Specialized goods if I can avoid it.
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