UNRIVALLED COMFORT
Handmade in Italy in small batches.
Engineered for ultra distance.
The choice of record-breakers.
UNRIVALLED COMFORT
Handmade in Italy.
Engineered for ultra distance.
The choice of record-breakers.
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Kostüme makes the most comfortable bib shorts in the world.
But don't just take our word for it.
10/10 reviews and Editor's Choice awards from road.cc, Rouleur, Cyclist and 220 Triathlon. Five star customer testimonials from the four corners of the globe. And trusted by endurance world record-holders, including Sarah Ruggins and Alan Colville.
This is what happens when you optimise for comfort over scale.
By eliminating overproduction, much more of your money goes into materials, construction and long distance performance, not excess stock.
FEATURES
The ULTIMATE long distance short
Standard, Cargo and strapless options
Fastener-free drop seat on every pair
Buttery-soft OEKO-TEX® certified ECONYL® UPF 50+ fabric
Test-winning bespoke 4-layer chamois
Bonded aloe chamois treatment - 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 by hand in small batches in Italy
Our bib shorts are proven to last under the most extreme conditions. Read why that matters here.
TESTIMONIALS
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If there's nothing available in our Ready to Ship page, check Preorders for forthcoming batches, or contact us to check when the most recent batch is due in. We always order a few extra pairs from each batch in case of size swaps.
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)
“An incredibly well thought out and subtly detailed garment, constructed with the most supple, soft and beautiful Lycra I've ever put between my thighs.”
🏆 10/10
🏆 road.cc Recommends
🏆 Editor's Choice '23/'24
“The Kostüme Cargo bib shorts are a thoroughly well-designed pair of bib shorts that performed consistently well for all types of riding.”
🏆 Editor's Choice '25
“Everything about these shorts has a high quality look and feel that’s comparable with the established names in premium cycle apparel and in some areas even better.”
🏆 Best Cycling Shorts '25