If someone told me that Sombrio made some of the best bib shorts around I likely would have laughed then asked if they were confused. It's not that Sombrio makes lousy stuff, its clothing is top notch for style and function, but rather it's renowned for its gravity-focused gear, not for the pedally stuff, and certainly not bibs. Sombrio's Smuggle bib liners change all that though.
Sombrio Smuggle bib liner specs
- Printed graphics
- Ergonomic patterning and mesh front panels for added breathability
- Comfort band on thigh and flat seams for added comfort
- Three rear stow pockets and one zippered stow pocket
- 10-inch inseam
- Formula FX chamois
- PoronTM vibration dampening technology
- V-notch for increased ventilation
- Four-way stretch side panels mould to body contours
- Welded centre channel for pressure relief
- X-Small – XX-Large sizes
- $130
The right fit
One of the big stumbling blocks I have with most bibs are the straps. They either dig into my shoulders or chafe my nipples, sometimes both. I wear a baselayer to ward off these annoyances, but that is another layer and I'm not one to believe that adding clothing helps keep me cooler.
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Pulling on the Smuggle bibs, the fit was a pleasant surprise when the straps lined up wide on my chest and outside of my nipples. Not only that, they were wide enough on the top of my shoulders to not feel like I was about to be sawed into thirds lengthwise. Additionally, the straps are full mesh so they feel light and airy, and the middle of the bibs come down relatively low in the front — so #1 bathroom breaks are a bit less annoying than with higher bibs.
On top of all that the overall fit worked well for my gangly, trim body, not overly constricting yet nowhere near loose, just snug as spandex should be. Mesh panels comprise the front, back and bib straps, basically everything except 14cm (5.5in) panels running the length of the sides and the 8.3cm (3.25in) thigh grippers. All of the seams are flat and the stitching has held up admirably.
Bibshort storage
Things worth noting
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