I'm thinking about buying some higher end Nalini bib shorts and thermo tights. Thing is, I have never, ever, held anything Nalini in my hands, much less worn them. Before I go shelling out $250+, I'm wondering what the opinion of Nalini is on this board. Thanks for the input.
Nalini bib shorts & bib tights - opinions
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I'm thinking about buying some higher end Nalini bib shorts and thermo tights. Thing is, I have never, ever, held anything Nalini in my hands, much less worn them. Before I go shelling out $250+, I'm wondering what the opinion of Nalini is on this board. Thanks for the input.
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I prefer Santini.
I have some Pro-Tour Nalini ( Liquigas kit ) and the fabrics are nice but the zips are not great, also be aware that Nalini fits smaller than Santini
I have some Pro-Tour Nalini ( Liquigas kit ) and the fabrics are nice but the zips are not great, also be aware that Nalini fits smaller than Santini
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If you're looking for high end stuff I think you can do a lot better than Nalini.
I tried Castelli and the chamois was horrible. Granted, none of these manufacturers use the same chamois in their products for more than 2 years, so I could probably give Castelli another shot.Topher said:
I really want the Giordana Forma Red shorts and the Forma Red windproof bib tights, but I cannot find them anywhere for a decent price and the bib tights in a small.
What would you recommend in the $100 to $150 range? When I say "high end", it doesn't mean the Assos $350 shorts, that is for sure. Most of the time I wear $50 Performance Bike Elite bib shorts, but have decided to treat myself to something nice this season. Just not uber rich Assos nice. I am open to suggestions.Hank Stamper said:
If I can find a pair of Giordana forma red shorts for $100 to $130, I would go that route. Only major problem is that I don't know if I need a small or medium. Just bought a pair of Giordana silverline windproof bib tights in medium and they are too big for me. So, I have a set of smalls coming. I bought some medium Giordana bib shorts about 4 years ago, but they were the entry level shorts and while they felt great, the leg was too long for me. I think they were also mediums.
Edit to add: The clothing must be made in the US or Italy. No exceptions.
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You said $250 plus in you OP and I assumed that meant per item. I really like Sugoi RS in the < $150 range. Most people who have tried them do also but there's no saying if they'll work for a particular individual (you).fabsroman said:
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Keep an eye on Bonktown.com. They list the Giordana Forma Red shorts often. A brand I have grown to love is Craft. I ordered the performance logo bibs from PBK and they are hands down my favorite bibs. I actually bought two more pair. They are around $100.
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For bibs the DeSoto 400mile are one of the best if not the best out there and the come in list at I think $143 and they are made in the US. You can find them at Gear and training and usually get 10-20%. I like Capoforma tops but the current version graphics are not my favorite. But the materials and the zippers are really nice.fabsroman said:
The team replica kits are actually not the best Nalini has to offer in terms of quality. The high-end Nalini stuff is sold under the "PRO", "BIANCHI MILANO" and "MOA" ranges.Salsa_Lover said:
I've tried four different Italian manufacturers and in my experience Santini fits smaller than Northwave and Giordana which in turn fits smaller than Nalini. The size difference is most apparent with the tops, the Italian bib short sizing seems to be pretty consistent.Salsa_Lover said:
Yeah, that was my fault. I should have said for around $250 total. I have found the Nalini windproof thermal bibs for $130 and their pro level bib shorts for $120 at an online retailer. While I hate to pay more than $100 for bib shorts, I can easily live with the $130 for thermal bib tights IF they keep me warm. However, I've decided to "splurge" on my shorts this year and see if it really makes a difference. I'm hoping it doesn't so I don't have to spend $100+ on shorts whenever I need a new pair, and then I am hoping it does so I can ride longer without pain in my bottom. As it is right now, I am so out of shape that an hour in the saddle will be plenty because my legs will crack before my butt and my Performance bib shorts are usually good for 3 hours tops. Hoping to get in a lot better shape by the end of the season and use the trainer next off season. Between buying a house, selling our townhouse ourselves, moving, and tax season, I haven't been on the bike since November, and I was piss slow in November anyway.Hank Stamper said:
By the way, I am cheap.
Yeah, I saw that Bonktown had the Giordana bibs on sale at one point and added the Bonktown app to my toolbar. Even spent most of one day watching the app for some Giordana forma red jerseys that were supposed to come up, but I never ended up catching them. Getting the Pro Forma bib shorts on Bonktown is going to be an extreme matter of luck.spookyload said:
These are the bib shorts I am looking at:
http://www.nalini.com/dettaglio-EN.asp?c=39&id=1489&sc=53
There are the bib tights I am looking at:
http://www.nalini.com/dettaglio-EN.asp?c=34&id=1363&sc=43
I hate not being able to actually look at the clothing and try it on, but I would waste as much gas trying to find these things in this area as they would end up costing via mail order. Figure a little return postage isn't too big a deal if I don't like them or they don't fit.
http://www.nalini.com/dettaglio-EN.asp?c=39&id=1489&sc=53
There are the bib tights I am looking at:
http://www.nalini.com/dettaglio-EN.asp?c=34&id=1363&sc=43
I hate not being able to actually look at the clothing and try it on, but I would waste as much gas trying to find these things in this area as they would end up costing via mail order. Figure a little return postage isn't too big a deal if I don't like them or they don't fit.
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I'll play:
Get these bibs:
http://www.competitivecyclist.com/p...6440.2169.0.html?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Google+Base&utm_campaign=Datafeed
And these bib tights:
http://www.realcyclist.com/gore-bik...bike-wear-contest-so-bib-tight-mens?CMP_ID=SH_FRO010&CMP_SKU=GBW0177&mv_pc=r126
Both can be found cheaper, I was just in a hurry and wanted to post links for you. Gore makes very nice but understated gear.
Get these bibs:
http://www.competitivecyclist.com/p...6440.2169.0.html?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Google+Base&utm_campaign=Datafeed
And these bib tights:
http://www.realcyclist.com/gore-bik...bike-wear-contest-so-bib-tight-mens?CMP_ID=SH_FRO010&CMP_SKU=GBW0177&mv_pc=r126
Both can be found cheaper, I was just in a hurry and wanted to post links for you. Gore makes very nice but understated gear.
Never really thought about Gore. Are they made in the US?Sebastionmerckx said:
Of course, I click on your link and then find this one on the side panel, which I really like and which blows the budget.
http://www.realcyclist.com/gore-bike-wear-xenon-so-bib-tight-w-cham-mens?cmp_id=&rrType=ClickCP&rrProd=GBW0235
Again, I just wish I had the Nalini, Giordana, and now that Gore bib in hand so I could see what they are like and how they fit. What a PITA. By the way, the bib shorts look promising too. Now, to figure out if they are made in the US. If you actually own either of them, would you mind checking the tag for me to save me some time, and thanks for the suggestion.
Nalini shorts and bibs are all i ride any more. However their range of 'chamois' pads is pretty variable in effectiveness. I'm none too exicted over the foam based PTN versions (tho the molded PTN-HF as per the models you,re looking at aren't too bad).Imo, the UCN padded versions are absolutely the ones to have and to my butt, much better than Assos.
I've been using the Nalini Base bibs for about 12 years now. I wouldn't put anything else between my butt and my saddle! I buy from www.procyclegear.com. Good prices and great service. Luis Fernandez is the owner; good guy.
YMMV
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YMMV
-dg
This is not an easy process. Now, I am looking at the Pettirosso and Tucano bibs since they have the chamois you are talking about. Decisions, decisions. When I find a bib short I really like, I am thinking about buying 10 of them so they will last me the rest of my life. However, that would mean I wouldn't have a need to post a thread like this. LOLcaterham said:
Thanks for the info on the chamois. The UCN version just looks like a better chamois than the PTN models, but I guess it utlimately depends on everybody's backsides.
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