How to Wash Bib Shorts So They Last
Wash cold, skip the iron and the bleach, and hang them to dry: how to look after your bib shorts and the chamois inside.
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Bib shorts do the hardest work of anything you wear on the bike. Look after them and they'll keep their shape, their color and their comfort for many more rides.
Wash them after every ride
A chamois sits right against your skin, so don't save it for a second ride. Washing after every ride keeps it fresh and helps prevent saddle sores. Read how to prevent saddle sores.
Our care rules
- Machine wash cold: warm water is harder on stretch fabric and printed panels.
- Go easy on detergent: don't pour a lot of detergent straight onto the fabric, as it can cause discoloration.
- No bleach: it damages technical fabric and color.
- Hang dry: skip the dryer and let them air dry.
- Don't iron: heat isn't good for technical fabric, leg grippers or printed details.
Our care instructions page has the full list, and it works for jerseys too: see how to wash a cycling jersey.
Know when to replace them
Even with good care, bibs wear out. A thin, flat chamois or a loose leg band is the sign. Read how long bib shorts last and cycling chamois explained.
Getting the fit right
Bibs should fit close, with no gaps at the leg band. If you're between sizes, or you like a little more room, size up. Our size guide has the full charts. If you get it wrong, keep it: within 15 days of delivery you can order the same item in another size at about 20–60% off.
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Every piece is made to order for you and delivered in 5–6 weeks.
