RRP 147,35
96,52
- Delivery in 4-5 working days
- Free tracked shipping over 99,00€
- Trustpilot rating 4.6/5
Pros & Cons
Pros & Cons
- With a laser-cut finish and grippers, the legs are comfortable and stay well in place without leaving pressure marks.
- The dual-density seat pad provides consistent support on long rides, making you less likely to develop saddle soreness.
- Flat-stitched seams minimise chafing and irritation while pedalling, improving the overall ride.
- There is no water-repellent coating on the material but this is precisely why breathability is optimal in dry conditions.
- This bib short does not have any pockets on the legs but, rather, has a sleek and aerodynamic look.
Specifications
Specifications
| Brand | Rapha | |
| Straps | Straps with flatlock seams | |
| Chamois | With Chamois | |
| Chamois quality | Middle class | |
| Bib short leg hem | Non-slip raw cut | |
| Waterproofing | Not waterproof | |
| Windproof | Not windproof | |
| Fit | Slim | |
| Sex | Men's |
The Rapha Core men's bib short is an ideal choice for cyclists looking for reliable cycling legwear for everyday use. With a focus on comfort and support, it offers everything you need for long rides on your (road) bike. The combination of high-quality materials and a classic look makes the Core bib short an essential garment for your cycling kit.
Comfort and composition
The Rapha Core men's bib short is made of a dense-knit fabric with comfortable compression and full coverage. Its main fabric has been selected because it provides optimal muscle support, which helps reduce fatigue during high-intensity activity. The fit is specifically designed to best suit the cycling position. Thanks to the breathability of the fabrics used, the bib short is suitable for use in temperatures between 15 and 30°C, allowing for a lasting fresh feel even on hot summer days.
Finishes and details
The upper part of the bib short features elasticated bib straps with an open structure at the back, which helps dissipate heat and sweat. For your safety, subtle reflective logos have been placed on the legs to make you more visible to other traffic users in low-light conditions. The laser-cut leg ends have a silicone coating on the inside to ensure that the legs stay neatly in place without compromising freedom of movement.
The Rapha Core men's bib short is made of a dense-knit fabric with comfortable compression and full coverage. Its main fabric has been selected because it provides optimal muscle support, which helps reduce fatigue during high-intensity activity. The fit is specifically designed to best suit the cycling position. Thanks to the breathability of the fabrics used, the bib short is suitable for use in temperatures between 15 and 30°C, allowing for a lasting fresh feel even on hot summer days.
Finishes and details
The upper part of the bib short features elasticated bib straps with an open structure at the back, which helps dissipate heat and sweat. For your safety, subtle reflective logos have been placed on the legs to make you more visible to other traffic users in low-light conditions. The laser-cut leg ends have a silicone coating on the inside to ensure that the legs stay neatly in place without compromising freedom of movement.
Ask a question about this product
Reviews
Reviews
Most recent reviews
2 / 5
A decent price, but it’s not worth it
- Gert 29 September 2026
The fabric feels stiff, and the shoulder straps have a thicker edge, which isn’t very comfortable on your shoulders. The price is reasonable, but given the material used, it still felt like a waste of money.
Pros & Cons
price
shoulder straps
the fabric
Automatic translation
5 / 5
These are brilliant trousers, even for 80km rides
- Rene 13 August 2026
These are brilliant trousers, even for 80km rides
Pros & Cons
good chamois
good fit
Automatic translation
4 / 5
I’ve been out cycling in these trousers a few times now and I’ve been really pleased with them
- John 12 August 2026
Lovely trousers that fit really well when biking – I’m really happy with them
Pros & Cons
Good quality
Great fit
Great value for money
?No downsides
No downsides
No downsides?
Automatic translation
4 / 5
Good trousers with a lovely fit for this price.
- Paul 28 July 2026
The chamois leather is less compatible with longer rides, e.g. 150 km or more.
Pros & Cons
Excellent fit
Sleek look
Thinner chamois
Automatic translation
5 / 5
It could be a few centimetres longer
- Andreas 21 July 2026
The padding is in the right place
Automatic translation
2
Gert, 29 September 2026
A decent price, but it’s not worth it
The fabric feels stiff, and the shoulder straps have a thicker edge, which isn’t very comfortable on your shoulders. The price is reasonable, but given the material used, it still felt like a waste of money.
-
price
-
shoulder straps
-
the fabric
Automatic translation
Frequently bought together
Frequently bought together
Recommended by the product specialist
Recommended by the product specialist
Related products
Related products
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Rapha Core | Castelli Competizione 2 | Castelli Endurance 4 | Sportful Pulse | |
| 6 reviews | 9 reviews | 3 reviews | 2 reviews | |
| Select the waist size of your jeans for a size recommendation | 26 - 28 / 29 - 31 / 32 - 34 / 35 - 37 / 38 - 40 | 23 - 25 / 26 - 28 / 29 - 31 / 32 - 34 / 35 - 37 / 38 - 40 | 26 - 28 / 29 - 31 / 32 - 34 / 35 - 37 / 38 - 40 | 27 - 29 / 30 - 32 / 33 - 35 / 36 - 38 / 39 - 41 |
| Size (manufacturer) | S / M / L / XL / XXL | S / M / L / XL / XXL / 3XL | M / L / XL / XXL / 3XL | M / L / XL / XXL / 3XL |
| Straps | Straps with flatlock seams | Seamless straps | Straps with flatlock seams | Straps with flatlock seams |
| Chamois | With Chamois | With Chamois | With Chamois | With Chamois |
| Chamois quality | Middle class | Middle class | Middle class / Top class | Middle class / Top class |
| Bib short leg hem | Non-slip raw cut | Raw cut | Raw cut | Non-slip raw cut |
| 96,52 | 83,77 | 121,93 | 60,94 | |
| This product | View product | View product | View product |
All specifications
General
Brand
Rapha
Chamois quality
Middle class
Bib short leg hem
Non-slip raw cut
Sex
Men's
Series
Rapha Core
Temperature
15 - 25+ °C
Properties
Straps
Straps with flatlock seams
Chamois
With Chamois
Waterproofing
Not waterproof
Windproof
Not windproof
Fit
Slim