Gore Wear

These shorts are comfortable and great value for bibs. Medium size is about right (5'9" 150 lbs.). Good leg length and grippers with light compression. Chamois doesn't bind or bunch and doesn't slip or stick. Straps are set wide enough for no nipple chafing. Cheap enough on discount to get a couple to be able to rotate for indoor training.

The shorts fabric is on the thinner side so probably better for summer and warmer shoulder season. The chamois pad thickness is about average and compression is fine for a couple hours. (For longer rides I'd go with a thicker chamois like Assos.) I recommend this for a first timer or when you need a low cost bib.

I have a couple musts when it comes to shorts and bibs, starting with a long inseam. I like my shorts legs to come nearly all the way to the knee to prevent any skin contact with bike frame. These are great on that count. I also like a snug fit and usually get a size smaller than recommended. I went medium with these and the fit is right. I've purchased a couple Rapha bib shorts (regularly $130) as well in the past year and I'd say these are comparable. I purchased on sale and they are definitely worth the sale price, but I'm not so sure they are worth the regular MSRP.

The Concurve jacket preforms in all weather conditions, but seemingly best in the worst weather condition's. The hood is a game changer during cold windy, or mixed precip days. It fully protects your neck area front to back and helps hold your body heat in. The jacket is a very lightweight final layer that offers excellent wind and water protection. It has kept me comfortable in my daily commutes with a base layer 1 down to -11 degrees with a windchill of -24 degrees thus far.