Bioracer Icon bib shorts with the Vapor chamois
Contents
In short
- The Bioracer Icon is the Belgian brand's everyday cycling bib shorts.
- Vapor chamois that absorbs vibrations from bad tarmac and cobbles.
- Breathable mesh straps and Powerband leg grippers that don't slip.
- For training, group rides and longer road rides.
- Sizes XS–3XL, 36 900 Ft.
Why are shorts the most important piece of kit?
On a long ride, it's rarely your legs that tire first. Much more often your backside starts to hurt, and from that point on it's not about the scenery any more but about the next stop. That's why we say: if there's one piece of clothing you shouldn't skimp on, it's your shorts.
The Bioracer Icon bib shorts give you a reliable, everyday answer to exactly that problem at a sensible price. They're made by the same Belgian manufacturer that makes kit for pro teams and national squads.
Key features
Vapor chamois
According to the maker, the chamois's advanced padding absorbs vibrations from uneven tarmac and bone-shaking cobbles, so it stays comfortable on worse roads too. This is the part that decides whether you still feel good in the saddle in the second hour.
Breathable mesh straps
The mesh straps breathe, don't dig into your shoulders and don't slip off. On hot days you'll really feel the difference compared with solid-fabric straps.
Powerband leg grippers
The wide, elastic leg ends keep the shorts in place without cutting into your thighs. They don't roll up and don't leave marks.
Comfortable, close-fitting cut
The Comfortable Body Fit cut sits snugly so the chamois doesn't move, but it's less compressive than the race lines. It gives a clean look with no compromises.
Specifications
| Feature | Bioracer Icon bib shorts |
|---|---|
| Type | Men's cycling bib shorts |
| Collection | Icon |
| Use | Everyday cycling, group rides, training, longer road rides |
| Fit | Comfortable Body Fit |
| Chamois | Vapor Pad |
| Straps | Breathable mesh |
| Leg ends | Powerband leg grippers |
| Sizes | XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL |
| Price | 36 900 Ft |
Choosing your size
Bib shorts should fit snugly: if they're loose, the chamois moves around and you get exactly the chafing you want to avoid. Choose using the size chart on the product page, mainly based on your waist and hip measurements. If you're tall, check the strap length too. If you're between two sizes, write to us and we'll help.
One important thing: you don't wear underwear under cycling shorts. The chamois is meant to be worn directly against your skin – that's how it works best.
Icon, Icon Gravel or Epic?
- Icon (36 900 Ft): reliable everyday choice, Vapor chamois.
- Icon Gravel (39 900 Ft): tougher fabric for gravel and mixed terrain.
- Epic (57 900 Ft): Bioracer's best chamois, for long distances and racing.
- Speedwear Concept Tempest: aero and windproof, for cold mornings.
If you ride a few times a week for one to three hours, the Icon is perfect. If you regularly ride over 100 km or do sportives, the Epic's chamois is worth the extra. You'll find all versions among our cycling shorts.
Care
Wash your padded shorts after every ride, inside out, at a low temperature, without fabric softener. Don't put them in the tumble dryer or dry them on a radiator: that way the chamois and the stretch fabric keep their shape for a long time. If you ride a lot, it's worth rotating two pairs.
What to pair them with
The natural partner for the shorts is the Icon jersey, which comes in several colours. If you want a racier kit, the Epic jersey goes well with them too.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Comfortable Vapor chamois for everyday distances
- Airy straps, leg ends that don't slip
- Pro manufacturer quality at a sensible price
Cons
- For the longest distances, the Epic's chamois is even more comfortable
- For frequent gravel riding, the Icon Gravel is tougher
Why buy from Premiumbike?
Premiumbike is the official Bioracer importer for Hungary. We ship from our own stock in 2–4 working days and from external warehouses in 6–10 working days, for 1690 Ft, free over 75 000 Ft. If the size isn't right, you can send them back within 14 days.
Check out our Bioracer brand page and all our cycling clothing, or pick your size and order the Bioracer Icon bib shorts now.
