Chapeau! have a small but select offering of kit – with two top end bib short options, and two ‘classic’ options.

The classic shorts are designed for everyday rides, rather than ‘Sunday best’ – but when we reviewed them we found they were more than adequate.

Chapeau! Classic Bib Shorts Reviewed

These bibs are constructed from a soft fabric and have kind-to-thighs leg grippers. A dual density pad that gives you softness where needed and mesh upper mean you’ll feel cool and comfortable. The only potential flaw is that the  polka-dots might not match your riding wardrobe… we’re sure that can be sorted with these similarly patterned items...

You can find these for £70 here.