Assos

I use these for cooler days and couldn't be more pleased. The sizing I can always depend on with Assos unlike other competitors. The chamois is high quality even for long rides. If the temperature rises some they aren't so warm that they are uncomfortable. Priced similar to other quality products and Bike Tire is always easy to deal with. Very pleased.

I've used mille gt/gts over the years (s5, s7, s9) but decided to try equipe finally as the mille padding has gotten even thicker over time (too thick?). Overall these are my new favorite bibs. The pad still provides good comfort but doesn't get in the way, and seems to stay under my sit bones better in more aggressive positions. A little tighter than the same size in mille but I really like the extra compression and raw cut openings. Have used for 3 hour trainer rides which is a real achievement, looking forward to nicer weather to test outside. Normal leg length is fine for me, 5'11"

I will ride in the 28F to 35F range during the winter months and haven't had good luck with many of the gloves I've tried. Decided to give Assos a try and these gloves worked rather well. If you're down below 32F, my fingers will eventually get cold (around the 2nd hr). But, these do seem to hold up better than the other gloves I have. Sizing is a smidge smaller than typical. I went according to the sizing chart (L), which is typically what i wear. they fit, but my finger tips touch the end of the glove. I'd say 1/2 size to small for me.

What the heck do I know...it appears to wash all my cycling gear well and most importantly not leave any weird residue behind. Is it required or super amazing? Doubt it but it does the job. I have too many "specialty" gear washes though and that trend is getting a bit old. I will say I decided to try this out because I was getting odd residue left behind by some other detergents on some of my cycling stuff (often my assos wind jackets) and I did not like rewashing or riding around with weird white splotches so I gave this stuff a try. Seems to work perfectly. No oder, no residue. A good value? meh but what in cycling is I suppose.