It depends! Every rider (and ride) is different. Many riders love both. But here's our breakdown of key differences to help you make your choice.

Bib shorts are designed with shoulder straps instead of a waistband, eliminating pressure around the midsection. This makes them a popular choice for long-distance cycling, racing, or even throughout pregnancy as they provide a smooth, supportive fit and reduce discomfort in a bent-over riding position.

Waistline cycling shorts, on the other hand, offer a relaxed fit as they’re easier to put on and take off, making them ideal for quick stops, commuting, or casual rides. A lot of riders love these for indoor cycling, casual rides, and even bikepacking.

Absolutely! We are proud to say that all of the Elastic Interface® chamois we use are free of nasty PFAS (aka "forever chemicals") and are BLUESIGN® and OEKO-TEX® certified.

No! Seriously, ditch the underwear when cycling. Your intimates will thank you. Chamois (aka padding) is designed to sit right against your skin so as to reduce chaffing. Also, adding an extra layer of fabric reduces the breathability of the chamois and its ability to absorb moisture.

We use chamois that are female-specific, which means they're designed for our anatomy, bacteriostatic, and made to balance with our natural pH.

No stress. Check out our handy Size Guide to find your ideal size.

If you're still unsure about your size and would like 1:1 sizing help from our team, please reach out! We're here to help.

Honestly, any padded short you feel comfortable in! All of our cycling shorts have been tested on multi-day rides. That said, riders tend to choose either our Adventure Shorts for waistline option that is easy to pull down on the go. Or our Adventure Bibs, which feature lots of pockets for the miles ahead.

Check out our Bikepacking collection for more info.