COMFORT. REDEFINED.
"I finally found the one bib short that goes the distance."
- Alan Colville, World Record-holding endurance cyclist.
SADDLE PAIN STOPS HERE
Kostüme makes the most comfortable bib shorts in the world.
Handmade in Italy in small preorder batches, our unique approach dramatically cuts the waste most brands take for granted, meaning we can spend significantly more where it matters - on the product.
But don't just take our word for it.
Check the 10/10 reviews and Editor's Choice awards from the likes of road.cc, Rouleur, Cyclist and 220 Triathlon, and read our incredible customer testimonials on Trustpilot.
FEATURES
The ULTIMATE long distance short
Standard and Cargo versions
Fastener-free drop seat on every pair
Buttery-soft OEKO-TEX® certified ECONYL® UPF 50+ fabric
Test-winning bespoke 4-layer chamois
Chemically-bonded aloe finish - no cream needed!
Raw cut leg hems
Custom hypoallergenic gripper
Cooling perforated straps
Racerback strap for all-day comfort
Flatlock seams to avoid chafing
Reflective transfers for safety
Made in Italy
Increasingly imitated, never bettered.
TESTIMONIALS
Kostüme makes innovative, award-winning cycling apparel focused on all-day performance, comfort and utility.
Developed in the UK for the unique demands of Audax and multi-day long distance cycling, Kostüme sells direct to customers in over 30 countries, maintaining the highest Trustpilot score and lowest return rate of any cycling apparel brand.
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HOW IT'S MADE
Part One - Concept & Sampling
The first of a two-part article exploring the details behind cycling's most comfortable bib shorts. (10 min read)
Part Two - Manufacture & Launch
The conclusion of a two-part article exploring the details behind cycling's most comfortable bib shorts.(10 min read)