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Q36.5 Bibs: Emperor's New Clothes?
So I took the plunge on two Q36.5 bibs: L1 Essential and Dottore. I like the the fit and compression a lot. Fabrics are clearly different than most Lycra based bibs I have, including Assos. However, I am experiencing a lot of noise when in the saddle on various bikes with the Q36.5 Essential and Dottore bibs -- like every pedal stroke there is noise which seems to be the result of friction or tension between the fabrics and the various saddles. Really annoying for me and anybody I am riding with! When I use bibs other than the Q36.5 on the same bikes and saddles, no noise. Anybody else experiencing this with Q36.5 Essential and Dottore?
Taylor SF CA |
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Have both the essential and the dottore. No issues. I'm riding with Arione CX saddles though (and one Ti Flite).
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Try dieting. Kidding.
I wear those bibs pretty much exclusively and have not noticed what you are describing. The L1's material on the outside is a little more abrasive (not the best word choice) so I can imagine that they could make a noise if you thighs are rubbing against the saddle. With that said, I think this may be a bike fit issue more than a bib issue.
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When I first started wearing them I took note of the fact that they say it will take 10 rides or so to fully break them in and that held true. They're my goto endurance bibs now.
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How do bibs "break in"? I mean, this is not leather... it is lycra and foam, is it not?
That's interesting though, that it held true. They've got some crazy mojo over there.
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noticed this with my verge bibs. After several years, still doing it. None of the others do. Likely has to do with any texture, however small, on the fabric.
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It is true. It takes about 10 washes for them the break in. I thought is was a gimmick like an empty bottle guarantee. When you first get the L1's they are a little stiff. After about 10 washes they are more supple.
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the gloves are pretty nice too. Note the hail on them and the jacket.
But I think their vest is their best product. The thing is amazingly versatile .
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Is that that new Shakedry Gore jacket? How is it? Crazy light?
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Yes, and it is awesome. Super cool, light and dry. It the best rain jacket I have used. Still not sure about its durability since I bought it in January.
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As Houston said, totally legit. Dottores in particular took several rides to break in. But man, when they do....
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These sound and look pretty nifty. I'd be keen to try them. Anybody know where I can pickup a pair at less than an arm, a leg, or both?
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