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When choosing the materials for the women's version, Gonso, as with the Ride Miles Bib Circle for men The aim is to maximise the proportion of recycled materials. In addition, only single-origin materials are used here, which should be easy to return to the circular economy at the end of their life cycle.
The German brand is also aiming to Ride Miles Bib Circle W reach a new level. As discreet as the look is, the trousers are elaborately constructed. However, the Gonso does not have just one seam on each side of the legs like its men's counterpart. The women's trousers are assembled from a total of three parts on the thighs. However, the seams are so inconspicuously placed that they are barely noticeable.
The wide, seamless straps, on the other hand, are taken from the men's version, but are positioned further out at the front so that there is less pressure on the female bust. Soft, double-layered mesh on the stomach is also flattering.
The leg cuffs have no cross seams at all and are generously coated with silicone on the inside, which ensures a good fit when pedalling and did not pull on the legs of our testers.
Lots of comfort and no pinching seams
All this effort pays off, because the Gonso fits like a second skin. You can't feel the seams at any point and the feel of the material itself is great. Even when pedalling, the leg cuffs stay neatly in place. The straps sit comfortably and reliably prevent the padding from slipping under the bum.
Seat cushion with sufficient support
While we criticised the padding on the men's Gonso for its low density and lack of support, the verdict here is more positive. The seat pad is wide enough to provide enough space for the sit bones in most cases and retains its thickness right up to the edge. Overall, the padding is not too thick and slightly firmer than its men's counterpart, making it more suitable for long hours in the saddle.
Gonso Ride Miles Bib Circle W - Info and price
- Price189,95 Euro >> available here
- Weight (M): 209 grammes
- Sizes: 34-42
- Made in: Turkey
- EquipmentSeamless straps and cuffs; mesh back; mesh on the stomach
- Pad length/width/hardness: 23 cm / 15.5 cm / medium
- Leg length (measured from the trochanter major): 31 cm
Evaluation & conclusion
Despite being made of the same material, the Gonso Ride Miles Bib Circle W is not quite as comfortable to wear as the men's version. Slightly more seams in the leg area and a less stretchy edging on the ribs can be annoying in the long run. Good: The straps are a little tight but are positioned at the side of the chest, and a comfortable mesh finish on the stomach ensures comfort.
Stefan Frey
Editor
