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The Women's Ride Bib Shorts from GripGrab is designed for road and gravel use and, thanks to its sophisticated design, should offer a high level of comfort for many hours in the saddle. The centrepiece of the trousers is the high-quality Elastic Interface seat pad, which is designed to provide noticeable relief on longer rides thanks to its anatomical shape and dense padding.
Light compression and airy mesh
The stretch material used impresses with a pleasant balance of elasticity and slight compression, which means the trousers fit tightly without constricting. At the same time, the integrated UV protection (UPF 50+) ensures reliable protection in summer conditions.
Airy mesh inserts are used in the upper body area to ensure effective ventilation and efficient moisture management - ideal for warm temperatures and intensive exertion.
The integrated leg pocket is practical in use, allowing you to store your smartphone, food or small essentials within easy reach.
The wide elasticated leg cuffs with silicone grippers ensure a reliable fit, preventing them from slipping and ensuring a stable fit throughout the journey. This is complemented by reflective details that increase visibility in poor light conditions.
GripGrab Women's Ride Bib Shorts - Info & Price
- Price: 100 Euro >> available here
- Country of production: Albania
- Weight (size S): 156 grammes
- EquipmentSeamless comfort leg cuffs with silicone print, elasticated straps, mesh material on back and waistband, cargo pocket, reflective material
- Upholstery
- Length / Width: 22 / 13 centimetres
- Thickness / cushioning: medium / firm
- Trouser leg length27 centimetres (* measured from the pelvic bone)
GripGrab Women's Ride Bib Shorts - Rating & Conclusion
| Grade | |
| Wearing comfort (40%) | 3,4 |
| Seat cushion (30%) | 1,8 |
| Equipment (20%) | 2,5 |
| Quality (10%) | 2,3 |
| BIKE NOTE | 2,6 |
When you first slip them on, the trousers immediately impress with a pleasantly wide leg cuff that fits reliably - even if the silicone dots are a little too strong. We initially had concerns about pressure points on the straps, but in practice they are more relaxed than expected: although they don't lie quite as flat on the shoulders as on some other models, they are much less uncomfortable than we feared.
The trousers also deliver in terms of comfort: The padding is sensibly positioned and offers good support on longer rides. The cargo pocket on the right thigh is practical for everyday use, offering enough space for a smartphone, bars or gels and often making it unnecessary to reach for a jersey pocket.
However, opacity remains a clear weak point. Depending on the incidence of light - especially in direct sunlight - the fabric becomes surprisingly transparent at times and allows unwanted insights. This noticeably spoils the otherwise solid overall impression, even if it has to be said to be fair: This problem is not uncommon even with significantly more expensive cycling shorts.
Stefan Frey
Editor
