Winstonian1984 Posted March 26, 2015 Share Have a pair of First ascent pro elite bibs. Excellent fit, excellent chamois. Cant fault it....not the most expensive bib ive owned but probably the most comfortable Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/149165-first-ascent-pro-elite-cycling-shorts/page/2/#findComment-2587662 Share on other sites More sharing options...
FanieFiets Posted March 27, 2015 Share Bibs and the padding are very personal. I'm lucky and I don't mind very little or lots of padding. When I ordered DC kit people (all very established cyclists) preferences varied from little padding to diaper type padding. Personally I prefer brands where the material lasts long and doesnt go see-through after a season or two. Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/149165-first-ascent-pro-elite-cycling-shorts/page/2/#findComment-2587704 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Breezer Posted March 27, 2015 Share When I used first ascent I thought it was God's gift to the bum. Then I discovered Santini, Craft and Assos. First ascent lycra and pads perish within a year. The expensive models become see through and the cheapies pads disintgrate. Buy Santini or craft for nearly the same money. Save up and get a pair of Assos for raceday. Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/149165-first-ascent-pro-elite-cycling-shorts/page/2/#findComment-2587730 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Breezer Posted March 27, 2015 Share double post Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/149165-first-ascent-pro-elite-cycling-shorts/page/2/#findComment-2587733 Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOEKVLAG Posted March 27, 2015 Share Bibs and the padding are very personal. I'm lucky and I don't mind very little or lots of padding. When I ordered DC kit people (all very established cyclists) preferences varied from little padding to diaper type padding. Personally I prefer brands where the material lasts long and doesnt go see-through after a season or two.So I'm not the only one to see this! Â And once seen it can never be unseen... Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/149165-first-ascent-pro-elite-cycling-shorts/page/2/#findComment-2587737 Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaper Posted March 27, 2015 Share Hahaha, true. I will tell the story. Actually wanted to start a blog to record my journey into MTB. Lol. Will go for the Pro Elite, actually saw that Sportsmans Warehouse can save me 100 Bucks . Same pants for 1000 bucks. Hahaha. Thanks!If you are on Discovery, get the Health Gear Card and you will save a further 25% at sportsmans Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/149165-first-ascent-pro-elite-cycling-shorts/page/2/#findComment-2587738 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dru Posted March 27, 2015 Share Gonna flip this on it's head for a bit. Now considering baggies Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/149165-first-ascent-pro-elite-cycling-shorts/page/2/#findComment-2587768 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocket-Boy Posted March 27, 2015 Share I dont see what the fuss is about shorts vs baggies vs bibs. To me its not about how I look, its about comfort.If you are looking for comfort then nothing comes close to bibs for that.I went through a few cheapies before my wife bought me some spez ones and it was a lightbulb moment.I dont skimp on bibs anymore they are probably the biggest factor in comfort over long rides. Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/149165-first-ascent-pro-elite-cycling-shorts/page/2/#findComment-2587835 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikey Posted March 27, 2015 Share I dont see what the fuss is about shorts vs baggies vs bibs. To me its not about how I look, its about comfort.If you are looking for comfort then nothing comes close to bibs for that.I went through a few cheapies before my wife bought me some spez ones and it was a lightbulb moment.I dont skimp on bibs anymore they are probably the biggest factor in comfort over long rides.Agreed,can't beat a bib for comfort especially if it's along ride on a hot day. Have numerous of both (baggies & bibs) have a first ascent pro elite gel and find it very very comfortable. It is probably my joint fav with my cannondale bib. The gel padding doesn't feel that thick ( maybe that's why it's so comfy) but damn it works well.The pro elite is about a year old and still shows no signs of wear. But I always wash in the bag that came with it. Â As everyone else has said don't skimp on the quality or your Jacksy &minerals won't thank you for it. Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/149165-first-ascent-pro-elite-cycling-shorts/page/2/#findComment-2587871 Share on other sites More sharing options...
porqui Posted March 27, 2015 Share NO baggies on road. NO lycra off road. NO bibs full stop. Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/149165-first-ascent-pro-elite-cycling-shorts/page/2/#findComment-2587917 Share on other sites More sharing options...
devocean Posted March 27, 2015 Share I too thought First ascent was amazing and was pretty much getting a new pair every 12 months (every day commuting), until I got a pair of Craft shorts and now I wouldn't buy First Ascent again. Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/149165-first-ascent-pro-elite-cycling-shorts/page/2/#findComment-2587922 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bernard Horn Posted March 27, 2015 Share I have a dilemma .When trying on these more expensive items, do you keep your underpants on or not? If you do you cannot get a true sense of the comfort,if you dont ,who tried them on before me!! Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/149165-first-ascent-pro-elite-cycling-shorts/page/2/#findComment-2587939 Share on other sites More sharing options...
alleyne Posted March 27, 2015 Share First Ascent have a very good returns policy, so anyone who has an issue with their items should write them an email explaining the situation. Not making any promises but I was pleasantly surprised. Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/149165-first-ascent-pro-elite-cycling-shorts/page/2/#findComment-2587945 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gringo Posted March 27, 2015 Share I personally think it varies between person to person, I am very happy with my First Ascent Pro Elite shorts. I am also not keen on bib shorts. It all comes down to saddle time and getting the correct saddle to suit your anatomy. Spending R 2k + on shorts is not necessarily going to make your ride more comfy...  just my 2c worth. Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/149165-first-ascent-pro-elite-cycling-shorts/page/2/#findComment-2587950 Share on other sites More sharing options...
nonky Posted March 27, 2015 Share Hahaha, true. I will tell the story. Actually wanted to start a blog to record my journey into MTB. Lol. Will go for the Pro Elite, actually saw that Sportsmans Warehouse can save me 100 Bucks . Same pants for 1000 bucks. Hahaha. Thanks! if you are with discovery vitality, you can get CASHBACK - TADA! at sportsmans now Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/149165-first-ascent-pro-elite-cycling-shorts/page/2/#findComment-2587956 Share on other sites More sharing options...
nonky Posted March 27, 2015 Share NO baggies on road. Â NO lycra off road. Â NO bibs full stop.that's all fine and well until your "gooch" starts hurting... Link to comment https://forum.bikehub.co.za/topic/149165-first-ascent-pro-elite-cycling-shorts/page/2/#findComment-2587957 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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