Best winter bib tights for cycling 2026 — keep your legs toasty through the winter

Described as the “standout piece” in Albion’s range, by our reviewer, the Three Season Tights offer everything you could possibly want from a pair of bib tights to fend off the UK’s changeable winter weather. The pad is comfy, the fleecy fabric warm and a combination of windproof knee panels and water-repellent treatment keeps your legs well protected.

They also fend off cold and wet weather and work across a wide range of temperatures, not just deep winter. You don’t have to worry too much about what to wear on your legs, just stick these on and you’re pretty much good to go from almost zero degrees up through to the teens.

While they are not cheap by any means, Albion has priced these tights quite competitively against similar premium offerings, and they should last you many a winter. 

The Castelli Entrata Bibtights stood out in our review for their exceptional performance in temperatures all the way down to 5°C. Featuring top-notch breathability, a high-quality chamois, and a sleek design with reflective details, these bib tights excel in both comfort and functionality. Despite not being the warmest option available, their impressive performance makes them a good choice for winter cycling, and they’re likely to last you many seasons. 

The popular Italian cycling clothing company Castelli are popular amongst cyclists for their comfort and quality. The Sorpasso RoS Wind Bib Tights are no exception. They offer male riders excellent seated comfort thanks to its super comfortable chamois that will easily see you through a day’s winter riding without any undercarriage discomfort. 

Unsurprisingly, given they are our best pick for wind protection, these Castelli bib tights offer excellent protection against wind chill. This is thanks to the windproof panels on the front of the legs which of course are the first to hit the icy cold winds that we all experience come winter time. They may still prove tougher to ride against, but without a doubt, wearing these the wind chill it won’t be an issue.

Not only do the Sorpasso RoS Wind bib tights offer excellent wind protection, but they also provide water repellency for those wet rainy days on the bike. Helping to keep you dry and comfortable no matter what the British weather has to throw at you. Overall, they are a really solid option, if a little on the pricey side, but definitely worth the investment. 

Ok, so you don’t need gravel-specific clothing to go gravelling… but if you want something almost perfectly designed for the job that will see you through chilly rides on any other surface too, then the GV500 Thermal tights from Endura are some of the best available. 

Supremely comfortable and warm down to minus temperatures according to our reviewer, the material is also very stretchy, ideal for the twists, turns and tricky terrain you might encounter on a gravel ride. The chamois provides plenty of coverage and isn’t overly bulky, and the straps while on the thin side are super comfortable and hold the bibs in place perfectly. 

These being gravel tights, you get some added extras in the form of two mesh pockets on the thigh, that can easily hold a phone or some nutrition. Go for these if you want a sensibly-priced pair of bib tights that will see you through multiple winters on mixed terrain. 

If staying dry and warm is of the most importance to you, then investing in proper thermal bib tights like the Gorewear Distance Winter Bib Tights+ is well worth the money. Priced at £199.99, these Gorewear’s newest bib tights don’t come cheap, but they offer brilliant insulation, smartly interwoven fabrics, and weather-resistant panels on the legs keep them well protected from wind and rain. The tights are kept in place with comfortable straps and a wind-blocking chamois (yes, really!), ensuring that even longer rides are enjoyable and your bits stay away from the chill. Despite the higher cost, these bibs’ superior performance, reflective detailing, and market-leading design make them a top choice for staying warm and dry during very cold and wet winter rides.

Company founder and former pro, Iris Slappendel has created the Iris Women’s Signature Winter Bib Tight Light thanks to her wealth of experience in riding and training over the winter to answer your needs for all but the coldest conditions.

Soft, stretchy, warm and pliable, with a great chamois and easy-to-use buckle system for toilet breaks, these are a well-designed and high-quality pair of tights at a decent price. Not to mention, they also look great too. 

These tights are designed with early winter and spring in mind rather than the coldest days, but it’s worth bearing in mind that Iris is based in the Netherlands and their idea of ‘deep winter’ can be a whole lot scarier than the UK version. That said, these are mid-weight rather than heavyweight tights, made from high-quality ThermoRoubaix fabric with plenty of stretch.

Breaking the £200 barrier at RRP, the Pro bib tights from Le Col are super high-end, and justify being so according to our very impressed reviewer.

With a soft, fleece-lined inner and water-resistant outer, these bibs are suitable for a wide range of temperatures and will keep out the worst of the rubbish winter weather. The chamois is also very comfortable and holds up after multiple washes, making the Pro bib tights worth the investment on multiple fronts. 

If you want some bib tights that will cover you for pretty much the whole off-season and are willing to pay a premium price, there is little to fault here. 

The Le Col Pro Bib Tights come with a super-soft fleece lining, they insulate thighs effectively without causing overheating during intense rides. The aerodynamic lower leg panels add a stylish touch, while the snug fit suits both muscular riders and those with a race-cut preference. The chamois is superbly comfy, too, although it can feel initially a little firm. One thing that might not be to everyone’s liking with these is the ankle zips, though. 

While this is a bib tights guide – as in full-length ones – we were never ones to do things totally by the book, so if you prefer layering up with leg warmers you might want to consider these thermal shorts from Le Col instead. 

The Le Col Pro Thermal Bib Shorts II replace the Pro Blackout Therma bib shorts, which got a glowing road.cc review. These great brushed fleece inner lined shorts offer a comfortable, and still warm, alternative to bib tights if the latter makes you feel a bit claustrophobic. 

Of course, you’ll be wanting to pair these shorts with a solid set of leg warmers to cover the lower part of your legs, so head over to guide to the best arm and leg warmers to see your options. 

The Lusso Ladies Comfort Break Bib Tights, priced at £110.00, present a cost-effective and environmentally friendly option for chilly spring and autumn rides. Constructed from 100% recycled nylon and elastane and finished with DWR coating for effective water repellency, they offer a figure-hugging fit with minimal bulk on the upper part. The ‘EasyPeesy’ design allows for easy comfort breaks without removing all of your clothing, though the lower waist of this design might not fit everyone. These are functional and warm bib tights for women, at a good price. 

Nopinz has created the Endurance Bib Tights with comfort and performance at the forefront of their design, and they come in a men’s version too priced the exact same. These tights have been created with low-bulk fabric to ensure total comfort and a solid fit while out riding and layered up.

Coupled with a comfortable chamois to ensure undercarriage comfort these are certainly a tough option to beat: hence they have been given our road.cc recommends title after testing. Even though they are low-bulk, they are still also fleecy lined to ensure warmth stays in during even the coldest of winter rides.

Also benefitting from a hydrophobic coating in order to protect against road spray, these Nopinz bib tights are a really great value-for-money choice for anyone wanting high-end performance and comfort, but at a brilliant price.

Described as “extremely comfortable” on rides of any length by our reviewer, Pactimo’s Alpine Thermal Bib Tights fit well, have useful reflective details and also come with cargo pockets to keep plenty of stuff in.

Pactimo does have even deeper winter bib-tight options, and the Alpine is for the least severe (probably your best bet for our mostly drizzly British winter weather). They’re made with what Pactimo describes as a mid-weight, breathable, stretchy, brushed-back Italian fabric. 

While you can get decent bib tights for less, the quality and performance you’re getting here with the bonus features make them a worthwhile investment. The recommended 5-12°C temperature range will do for most of a UK winter. 

The Rapha Pro Team Bib Tights II with Pad take the excellent DNA of the Pro Team II Bib Shorts and add warmth, water resistance and a performance-orientated fit to create an exceptional all-round winter garment, though it does come at some cost. However, if you can spare the cash, these bibs have earned a stellar review in both the men’s and women’s design, which has earned them the overall best bib tights title here. 

These full-length versions of the Rapha Pro Team bib shorts repeat a winning formula for the performance cyclist while keeping you comfortable and warm no matter how bad the conditions. 

These bib tights feature gender-specific chamois for all-day comfort in the saddle. Though these bib tights are pricey at £250, they offer excellent quality and weather protection, making them a worthwhile investment for cold conditions.

These bib tights are really impressive in both the men’s and women’s fit, as demonstrated by the fact both made it into this guide! Rapha Women’s Pro Team Winter Tights are a great all-around option that provides good levels of warmth and weather protection, together with a comfortable chamois pad. The bib strap and buckle have been designed for easy loo stops which is a useful and effective feature. Fantastic quality, but pricey with it.

Designed for the worst of winter, these full-length bib tights have plenty of features that show great attention to detail for the needs of women riding in cold conditions. As well as being made with a tough but lightweight three-layer fabric, including windproof and water-repellent panels at the front and Thermoroubaix fabric at the back, the broad stretch straps are designed to sit around the outside of the bust, and a heavy-duty magnetic clasp at the back allows for pee stops without having to strip off.

Impressively, the levels of warmth offered by these bib tights are perfect on days hovering around zero, and they also effectively protect from freezing winds. The water repellency is enough to deal with road spray as well as reasonably heavy rain. These are aimed at demanding riders and it shows: no matter what is thrown at them, they deliver comfort and offer a great level of protection against the British winter.

Santini is known for its quality kit, and the fact that two of the brand’s bib tights have made it into this guide is somewhat of a testament to that. Unlike the Prime tights above, Santini’s Aldo Bib Tights are not only warm but also pack a bunch of rain resistance. The figure-hugging fit, reflective branding, and high-rise waist add to their winter-proofness and the thick fabric provides optimal warmth even in sub-zero temps. The Sitip Acquazero technology keeps repelling water off your tights effectively and inside, you get the top-tier Santini C3 endurance chamois, offering comfort during long rides.

The Santini Prime Bib Tights are exceptional in providing warmth and comfort for rides down to freezing temperatures and over some long distances. Featuring Blizzard thermofleece fabric, these fleece-lined tights offer a balance of breathability and protection, while the GITevo chamois ensures superior comfort. The fit is slightly more relaxed on these tights, and there are eight sizes available meaning it’s easy to find one that fits you perfectly. 

The Scott RC Pro Warm GORE-TEX +++ Men’s Bib Tights have a race-fit design, wide non-pinching straps, and a plush chamois pad for all-day comfort. The Gore-Tex Infinium Windstopper panels provide superior warmth by blocking any chilly winds, making these tights suitable for anything from sub-zero to high single-digit temperatures. The absence of ankle zips adds to the comfort and overall, this pair of bibs is impressively warm despite the light feel.

The makers of the road.cc cycling kit collection cater for all preferences, and for some cyclists, 3/4 length bibs are a decent option for less severe winter weather or just to pair with extra long thermal socks and warmers. Our reviewer praised the Orkaan bibs for being incredibly warm and weather-resistant, with a snug fit and enough comfort to make them suitable for rides of any length.  

The Tempest fabric is reassuringly thick and fluffy inside, with a Roubaix lining to keep you warm. The material is also wind and water-resistant, which makes it an impressive barrier to the elements. The Orkaan bibs are not exactly fancy and do what they say on the tin, but the fit is great, the chamois is comfortable and the material is great for their intended temperature range.

The Velocio Women’s Thermal Bib Tights are both warm and well made, featuring an exceptionally comfortable chamois as well as a front-facing Integrated windproof panel for added protection from the cold, landing themself in our best bib tights for wind protection.

These bib tights have also been made using very warm ThemroRoubaix Power fabric which is fleece-backed and treated with DWR technology on the outside to ensure water repellency: keeping you warm and dry during your winter riding while still being highly breathable.

Overall, even though these impressive bib tights from Velocio offer great protection from the wind and elements, they are still very comfortable and manoeuvrable thanks to the stretchy nature of the materials used. They also range in sizes XXS to 3XL which is of course great for exclusivity.