One seam per leg. Giordana's 1on1 Paneling System constructs each leg panel from a single piece of proprietary graduated compression fabric, placing the sole seam along the outside of the leg where it minimizes friction and maintains aerodynamic integrity. The NX-G Bib Short represents the engineering endpoint of this approach, eliminating the multiple panels, seams, and silicone leg grippers that conventional bib shorts require to stay in position. The compression inherent to the fabric handles retention from waist to knee, while the longer leg length provides additional surface area for the graduated compression zones to work effectively.

The fabric itself delivers graduated compression through specifically woven banding that targets different muscle groups in the legs and glutes. This construction creates a micro-massaging effect that promotes blood circulation during sustained efforts. WorldTour feedback refined the compression mapping over thousands of race miles, resulting in zones that support without restricting the pedaling motion. The woven structure also provides abrasion resistance that has earned the NX-G a reputation for durability under demanding conditions.

A double-woven v-shaped core panel and u-shaped back panel system handles the transition from leg to torso. These panels accommodate male anatomy while maintaining chamois stability through position changes and high-output efforts. Perforated bib straps use a dual-stretch construction that fits differently when standing versus in the riding position, with more stretch from short to shoulder and less from shoulder to rear panel. This keeps the Cirro S chamois anchored without creating pressure points.... Read More