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For "just" 150 euros, you can get the Shimano Distanza Bib Shorts cycling shorts that are absolutely state of the art. The leg ends and bibs are seamless and the lightweight but high-strength fabric provides comfortable compression on the thighs. Airy mesh on the straps promotes perspiration transport and reflective flags on the back of the thighs ensure visibility in traffic.
Shimano Distanza Bib Shorts - The material
The high elasticity of the material is noticeable as soon as you slip them on. The waistband extends quite far upwards, so you feel very well wrapped up in the Shimano overall. The straps do a great job of holding the trousers in place without pulling too much on the shoulders. They hardly roll in when you put them on and are easy to position.
Similar to the Löffler, the Shimano is also slightly shorter, but thanks to the silicone prints it hardly slips up during the ride. One small drawback is the rather slippery fabric, which means you slip a little on the saddle when pedalling hard.
Narrow but soft
Shimano also uses the wide Elastic Interface range for the seat pad. In comparison, the pad is positioned slightly further back, which limits the usable area. However, riders with narrow sit bones will still get on well with it. However, the density is a little low for a long-distance pad. The pad could provide a little more support.
Attention: scratchy notes in your trousers!
Shimano Distanza Bib Shorts: Info & Price
- Price: 149,95 Euro >> available here
- Weight (L): 173 grammes
- SizesS-XXXL
- Made inRomania
- Equipmentseamless mesh straps; mesh back; seamless cuffs; reflex
- Upholstery Length/width/hardness: 23.5 cm / 15.5 cm / soft
- Leg length (from trochanter major): 30 cm
Evaluation & conclusion
- Wearing comfort (40 %): Grade: 1.6
- Seat cushion (30 %): Grade: 3.0
- Equipment (20 %): Grade: 1.4
- Processing (10 %): Grade: 1.5
- Overall grade: 2.0
The cut, features and workmanship are top notch, with the only point deduction being for the seat padding
The affordable Shimano Distanza Bib Shorts are state of the art in terms of cut and details. The leg cuffs and bib straps are seamless and also very comfortable over the long term. We also liked the lightweight but high-strength fabric with pleasant compression on the thighs, as well as the airy mesh on the bib straps. The somewhat soft seat pad, which is positioned slightly to the rear, must suit the rider - be sure to try it on first.
Stefan Frey
Editor
