My brother recommended The Black Bibs to upgrade my cycling back in August. I've worn the bibs several times and love them! I'm 6'4'' and 190lbs so I went with the long shoulder strap and size Large. The bibs fit great right out of the box and have provided continued comfort with repeated hand washings. I also snagged a pair of socks L/XL and they are also great! I will be buying from The Black Bibs in the future!
First ride in these was a double century and they felt so so good. Pockets are large and so well-designed that I didn't even feel my stuff in them. For the first couple of hours, I would reach back and feel them just to make sure nothing fell out since they felt weightless. I'm 6'3 and 185lbs, the large fits great.
Bought a pair of the Ultimate Adventure Bibs w/ Long Shoulder Straps since I'm 6'3". I've wore them multiple times on rides in the 20 to 30 mile range and then ventured out on a couple of 40 mile rides as well. They fit well, seem to be made with quality materials, and the pad was comfortable even at the 40 mile mark. I've worn some name brand bibs that are good & some that aren't worth the price charged. Rode 2,000 miles last year, on track for another 2k this year with a 50 mile endurance ride coming up on Saturday. Was impressed enough that I bought a second pair these Ultimate Adventure Bibs w/ Long Shoulder Straps, they're recommended.
Re: Adventure Bibs w/ Extended Straps
Me: 6’2” with 32” inseam, 250 lbs
Well-made with a great chamois. Comfortable, great compression. Well-worth the money!
Fit tips: See my dimensions. If you have a longer torso and normally have trouble with shirts not being long enough, get the extra-long straps for even more comfort. If you have large athletic thighs, both the short and longer-leg short bibs will work, though I do find the longer ones more comfy and less apt to ride up. For me, the XXL is the call.
Go get ‘em!
Being fairly new to cycling, I wish I would have known about The Black Bibs sooner. placed my order on 4/14 and received on 4/18, and that was USPS shipping! I am 6'6" and the other I have tried their models must have been 4'6". I never knew a bib could be so comfortable. I would also say at $85.00, these are as comfortable and the same quality as bibs I have bought at twice price.
If you are tall or big or big and tall and have struggled to find a quality bib that doesn't force you to eat ramen the rest of the month give these a try. You don't have to spend $150.00+ to get a great bib, that isn't even offered in a tall size!
I have only used them a couple of times now. I will update my review after a few more rides.
Many Thanks to Cliff for all of his assistance!
