Pearl Izumi

The fit and finish are quite good, this is a very well made garment. I'm a slim build, 183 centimeters, 70 kilos, size medium.

In comparing these recently purchased (2025) PRO bibs to the PRO bibs I purchased in late 2023, I feel this newer chamois under delivers in comfort. On rides exceeding 6 hours, my "butt-o-meter" says this triple-density Levitate chamois is good for ~130 kilometers. The older pad is still more comfortable at 160+ kilometers.

I can't say with any certainty but perhaps there's been a change in pad design/material???

Pearl Izumi, please revise your Pro chamois.

I've been wearing P.I. cycling gear for over 30 years (going back to the days of Bio-Suede pads) and their quality materials and construction is still the best. The fit of these is exactly as expected and the pad -at this level- is fine. I've tried two other brands and their struggle to create a durable "comfortable" pad is equal to P.I.'s ... I'll just say that I really miss the Bio-Suede padding! Off the bike, it's just not comfortable. To this day I wish there was a "quality" pad that is thinner. These thicker ones do 'pad' but feel a bit squiggly.

Please... also read the label and description with regard to the material. The " AIR " par of the name is signifying the super light weight fabric, almost sheer. Clearly these are designed for very warm rides. Ultra light weight. The bib straps and back are so thin it takes special effort to untwist them to lie flat. I think I'll be using them for indoor winter training. Will save on my regular ride favorites.

As usual BikeTiresDirect provided a great price and really quick service... Satisfies as always.

I'm prone to feeling cold all the time, and winter riding is challenge. At age 80, I'm not generating the wattage to keep me warm. This jersey is a good insulator. I'm 6' tall, 155#. A size MEDIUM from Pearl fits me perfectly. Room for a base layer under it. Sleeve length and body length are ample without excess. I usually wear a wind jacket over it,so the HI VIS yellow doesn't show when it counts, but I like the color. I show up well when we stop for coffee.

The product is well made and fits true (bought Large for 6'3", 165lb rider). Previous generations of this product had zippers at the ankles, which I like because they enabled easier on/off of the tights especially when wearing heavier winter cycling socks. My first experience with the laser cut shoulder straps, so will have to see what the durability is after months of heavy use. I have successfully used previous generations of this product for years in all kinds of challenging winter conditions, including 20-55deg F and high mountain ascents/descents in the Rockies, Sierras, Alps and Dolomites.