Rapha's guide to men's bibs & shorts

Training & Racing

On training rides and race days, performance is the priority. Our Pro Team range is made with lightweight, technical fabrics for efficient sweat wicking and breathability, with anatomical panel construction for a locked-in fit. Each short is built around a tailor-made performance chamois pad.

The Pro Team collection includes three chamois pads purpose-built with multiple layers of lightweight, quick-drying foam for elite competition, racing and training.

All-round Road Riding

For everything from all-day epics and club runs to café stops and quick commutes, our road-specific bibs feature highly technical but slightly less compressive fabrics for a less aggressive fit and more supportive chamois pads for optimal support when you’re riding but not racing.

Our Classic chamois – featured in the Classic and Core Bib Shorts – is designed for all-day, everyday comfort, while the Brevet chamois features additional support for long-distance rides.

Adventure

On off-road adventures and multi-day trips, durability and storage space are paramount. These shorts are made with hard-wearing technical fabrics that are tough enough for the rough stuff, dry quickly overnight and stow away easily in bike packs. Both also feature plenty of pockets so you can carry all the provisions you need.

For comfort on long rides and mixed terrain, our Cargo Bib Shorts feature the Brevet chamois pad with high-density foam for optimal support and perforations for rapid drying overnight.

MTB

Cut for freedom of movement on the bike and constructed with highly technical yet hard-wearing materials that won’t rip if you come off it, our trail pants and shorts balance lightweight breathability with long-lasting durability. Each pair is designed for slightly different conditions, but all are packed with practical features and include a repair patch.