Solo

Solo's Lugged Bib shorts have some high-quality features although they're among the more expensive options out there.

The Solo shorts are called Lugged because they look lugged. Kind of. The boundary between the bib section and the lowers has swoops and points like the lugs on an old-style frame. It's not the most obvious feature, admittedly. I'm pretty indifferent to that aspect of the design, but you might like it.

New Zealand brand Solo has been around for a few years now but it has recently got improved distribution in the UK so you're likely to see more of their products, such as this St Neith jersey, than previously.

I've been using the Equipe Gilet for two or three years - on and off, like; not constantly -and it's one of my favourites for adding a bit of extra upper body warmth when the temperature drops.