In the cycling world bib short comfort and performance is the foundation of every wardrobe. How the bib looks has to be secondary. This is the business end of cycling clothing. A great bib doesn't have to cost a fortune, but it needs to deliver support, skin protection, moisture transfer and have impeccable anatomically informed construction. Craft is best known worldwide as winter endurance sports clothing experts, but their cycling line-up has always reflected the knowledge of endurance sport requirements, fabric technology and body movement. The affordable Craft Essence Bib Short not only delivers across the board, but is also a representation of the Swedish company's commitment to environmental protection via recycled materials, smart efficient construction and minimal waste. Perhaps you really can have it all.

The short portion of the Essence Bib is paneled for pure cycling ergonomics and with fabric that is elastic, soft on the skin, and durable. The key to all this? The use of Lycra® Sport Energy compression fabric, which not only has 4-way elasticity but the proper amount of resilient compression within that stretch. In other words, the fabric reacts, consistently over time, with a long lifespan when cared for as directed. From a sheer performance perspective the fabric reduces muscle vibration and focuses power for optimal comfort and control. The UPF 50+ protection is always appreciated, along with the wide, soft and elastic leg ending with double fabric and silicone print that keeps the short in place during even the hardest efforts.

The integration with the bib upper is executed perfectly, with a continuation of the key fabric placement in passive muscle zones to reduce fatigue and stress, while the extension into a mesh bib, yolk and straps adds all the support and wicking you need in the cycling position. The flat straps have a clean, soft hemmed edge that resists roll-over and reduces chafing.

The chamois pad is Craft's highly regarded C3 Infinity. This lightweight gender specific pad is seamless, laser cut multi-layer system, and made of Oeko-tex® certified fabrics and foams of the highest quality. The pad provides the right support for all body movements thanks to its well-designed directed pressure area and 4-way stretch fabrics. The pad features excellent anatomic characteristics as well as a hydrophilic treatment and hollow fiber technology that combine to enhance moisture transport. Its innovative zero-friction fabric was invented by merging from lightweight options used in undergarments and swimwear. This unique, super light fabric offers excellent elasticity, comfortable support and great moisture transport.

The Essence Bib Short simply delivers on it's premise and uses 78% recycled polyester in it's clean manufacturing process. While fit and form are very individual in preference, quality and performance can be universal, and for the money we can safely say there isn't a bib short we carry that offers what the Essence can.

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