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Assos Superléger SS Cycling Skin Layer - Black Series - XL/XXL}, Black Series
  • £67.50
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Assos Superléger Short Sleeve Cycling Skin LayerFrom the heat and sweat of indoor training or racing through to the demands of heat and humidity cycling outdoors, the Assos Superléger Short Sleeve Cycling Skin Layer ensures you remain cool and fresh.Assos created the Superléger Short Sleeve Cycling Skin Layer for two very specific areas of cycling. Indoor training/racing and summer cycling. Worn indoors as your only layer, the dual-mesh, body-mapped design prioritises airlfow and breathability. This keeps you feeling comfortable as both heat and sweat levels build. You'll also find the second area in which it excels is the hottest days of outdoor cycling. Paired with the lightest race jersey in your kit drawer, the blend of polypropylene yarns have been carefully engineered to offer extra moisture control and a lightly compressive fit for added comfort as the mercury rises.When it comes to fit, the Superléger uses Circular Seamless tubular knit technology to give a smooth, second-skin fit that's free of areas of irritation. Set-in sleeves are also used to allow for the optimal level of movement whether your main layer or under a cycling jersey. Features:Materials: 73% Polypropylene, 17% Polyamide, 10% ElastaneBody-mapped with two types of open mesh for maximum airflowMoisture-wicking polypropylene yarnsCircular Seamless tubular knit technology - free of side seams, creating an ultrasoft,comfortable feel against the bodySet-In Sleeves promote a full range of motion beneath additional layersBuy Assos Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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Assos SS Skin Layer Superleger 2022
  • £75.00

A hyperlight short-sleeve base layer body-mapped with two types of open mesh for maximum airflow and moisture transfer during indoor training and the hottest racing conditions. he SUPERLÉGER was developed primarily for two specific applications. The first addresses the demands of speed-focused riders who train and race indoors where the upper body layer needs be as light breathable and moisture wicking as possible. The second application is for the hottest outdoor racing conditions where the same considerations also apply but where a less revealing front mesh panel adds a touch of welcomed coverage while fully unzipped. WHEN/HOW TO USE IT: For indoor training the Skin Layer serves as your first and only top layer worn directly under the bib straps of your race shorts. For outdoor use pair it with the lightest race jersey in your wardrobe for a lightly compressive seamless first layer in the hottest environments. 89%PP 7%PA 4%EA

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Assos LS Skin Layer Superleger Baselayer 2022
  • £80.00

An exceptionally light base layer that manages moisture and controls odor beneath second-skin cold-weather layers or as a standalone top during indoor training. Thermal weatherproof equipment is no longer the bulky PVC rain capes and adapted ski jackets of decades past so—at the request of our WorldTour riders—we tailored a long-sleeve base layer to provide summer-worthy wicking and odor control that fits unobtrusively beneath race-tuned equipment like our Spring Fall Jersey or Jacket. In cool or cold weather transporting internal moisture is as important as keeping the external elements out especially during intense training or racing when a series of intervals hill repeats or attacks can lead to lingering moisture a clammy chill and frigid misery. Alternatively full-arm wicking is a must for indoor training when moving through the air isn’t constantly keeping your arms dry. WHEN/HOW TO USE IT Layer it under insulating weatherproof layers for fall winter and early spring; for indoor training layer it under your bib straps and omit the jersey altogether. 89%PP 7%PA 4%EA

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Assos EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger - Black Series - L}, Black Series
  • £198.00
  • RRP £225.00
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Assos EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger S9Created for the demands of high temperatures and high-level efforts, the Assos EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger S9 excel when you're riding both intense indoor training sessions and during the heat of summer riding outdoors.The EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger S9 use the platform of the standard RS and RSR Bib Shorts S9. But they've been re-engineered to boost hot-weather comfort via a lower weight, just 120grams, and enhanced ventilation. Be it an indoor race or a scorching day ascending Alpine climbs, they're the ideal choice. Low on weight. High on Ventilation.Cooler and fresher legs are made possible thanks to the application of super-light Breezer Tex. This material is deployed for the full-wrap Butterfly panel across legs and hips. This woven fabric has a mesh-like structure, enhancing the airflow to your legs while also allowing your skin to breathe. Meanwhile, all other panels use OSSIDIA warp-knit material. With a compressive fit, you'll enjoy enhanced muscle support to find off fatigue. It also has excellent abrasion resistance, giving greater durability when you're on the saddle. Meanwhile, the bib straps use a lighter elastic, reducing weight and minimising sweat absorption. A-Lock EngineeringAssos apply the same S9 A-Lock Engineering for these Superléger shorts. This compromises a two-panel design made into a unique butterfly' panel design, snugly wrapping the legs and back to create a brand new ergoBox structure. This holds the insert securely in place for an incredible feeling of support and frictionless comfort no matter how intense your efforts. With fewer seams, weight is also reduced to the minimum. At the waist, raw-cut edges give a smooth transition between body and fabric, ensuring more comfort and less pressure. Raw-cut edges are also utilised at the leg openings, with minimal silicone grippers to keep your shorts in place with minimal weight and pressure. S9 SUNDECK Seat InsertAn evolution of the EQUIPE RS insert, the S9 SUNDECK enjoys a reduction in weight for less bulk. Assos' whirlKrater system is also deployed. This uses strategically placed holes throughout the pad to boost airflow, creating a pad that minimises sweat absorption and boosts breathability. You'll also have the benefits of the standard RS pad. Shock-absorbing SuperAir microShock foam, in a 3D waffle design, is quick to return to its original form, filling gaps each time you shift weight and change position on the saddle. The waffle design meanwhile, sees the use of three-layer perforated foam to increases breathability and reduce bulk. And with goldenGate technology, the unique design allows a more natural irritation-free movement when pedalling. Features:Materials: 64% Polyamide, 9% Polyester, 27% ElastaneButterfly panel in Breezer Tex textile - ultralight woven fabric with mesh-like structureCompressive OSSIDIA warp-knit across front and rear panelsA-Lock Engineering technologyErgoBox construction stabilizes seat padZeroWaist raw cut waist transitionButterfly pattern wraps lower legs and backskinGrip finish, a raw-cut edge with minimal silicone treatment at the legsLightweight bib-strap constructionS9 SUNDECK Seat InsertBuy Assos Cycle Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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Assos EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger - Black Series - XXL}, Black Series
  • £198.00
  • RRP £225.00
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Assos EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger S9Created for the demands of high temperatures and high-level efforts, the Assos EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger S9 excel when you're riding both intense indoor training sessions and during the heat of summer riding outdoors.The EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger S9 use the platform of the standard RS and RSR Bib Shorts S9. But they've been re-engineered to boost hot-weather comfort via a lower weight, just 120grams, and enhanced ventilation. Be it an indoor race or a scorching day ascending Alpine climbs, they're the ideal choice. Low on weight. High on Ventilation.Cooler and fresher legs are made possible thanks to the application of super-light Breezer Tex. This material is deployed for the full-wrap Butterfly panel across legs and hips. This woven fabric has a mesh-like structure, enhancing the airflow to your legs while also allowing your skin to breathe. Meanwhile, all other panels use OSSIDIA warp-knit material. With a compressive fit, you'll enjoy enhanced muscle support to find off fatigue. It also has excellent abrasion resistance, giving greater durability when you're on the saddle. Meanwhile, the bib straps use a lighter elastic, reducing weight and minimising sweat absorption. A-Lock EngineeringAssos apply the same S9 A-Lock Engineering for these Superléger shorts. This compromises a two-panel design made into a unique butterfly' panel design, snugly wrapping the legs and back to create a brand new ergoBox structure. This holds the insert securely in place for an incredible feeling of support and frictionless comfort no matter how intense your efforts. With fewer seams, weight is also reduced to the minimum. At the waist, raw-cut edges give a smooth transition between body and fabric, ensuring more comfort and less pressure. Raw-cut edges are also utilised at the leg openings, with minimal silicone grippers to keep your shorts in place with minimal weight and pressure. S9 SUNDECK Seat InsertAn evolution of the EQUIPE RS insert, the S9 SUNDECK enjoys a reduction in weight for less bulk. Assos' whirlKrater system is also deployed. This uses strategically placed holes throughout the pad to boost airflow, creating a pad that minimises sweat absorption and boosts breathability. You'll also have the benefits of the standard RS pad. Shock-absorbing SuperAir microShock foam, in a 3D waffle design, is quick to return to its original form, filling gaps each time you shift weight and change position on the saddle. The waffle design meanwhile, sees the use of three-layer perforated foam to increases breathability and reduce bulk. And with goldenGate technology, the unique design allows a more natural irritation-free movement when pedalling. Features:Materials: 64% Polyamide, 9% Polyester, 27% ElastaneButterfly panel in Breezer Tex textile - ultralight woven fabric with mesh-like structureCompressive OSSIDIA warp-knit across front and rear panelsA-Lock Engineering technologyErgoBox construction stabilizes seat padZeroWaist raw cut waist transitionButterfly pattern wraps lower legs and backskinGrip finish, a raw-cut edge with minimal silicone treatment at the legsLightweight bib-strap constructionS9 SUNDECK Seat InsertBuy Assos Cycle Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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Assos EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger - Black Series - XS}, Black Series
  • £198.00
  • RRP £225.00
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Assos EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger S9Created for the demands of high temperatures and high-level efforts, the Assos EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger S9 excel when you're riding both intense indoor training sessions and during the heat of summer riding outdoors.The EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger S9 use the platform of the standard RS and RSR Bib Shorts S9. But they've been re-engineered to boost hot-weather comfort via a lower weight, just 120grams, and enhanced ventilation. Be it an indoor race or a scorching day ascending Alpine climbs, they're the ideal choice. Low on weight. High on Ventilation.Cooler and fresher legs are made possible thanks to the application of super-light Breezer Tex. This material is deployed for the full-wrap Butterfly panel across legs and hips. This woven fabric has a mesh-like structure, enhancing the airflow to your legs while also allowing your skin to breathe. Meanwhile, all other panels use OSSIDIA warp-knit material. With a compressive fit, you'll enjoy enhanced muscle support to find off fatigue. It also has excellent abrasion resistance, giving greater durability when you're on the saddle. Meanwhile, the bib straps use a lighter elastic, reducing weight and minimising sweat absorption. A-Lock EngineeringAssos apply the same S9 A-Lock Engineering for these Superléger shorts. This compromises a two-panel design made into a unique butterfly' panel design, snugly wrapping the legs and back to create a brand new ergoBox structure. This holds the insert securely in place for an incredible feeling of support and frictionless comfort no matter how intense your efforts. With fewer seams, weight is also reduced to the minimum. At the waist, raw-cut edges give a smooth transition between body and fabric, ensuring more comfort and less pressure. Raw-cut edges are also utilised at the leg openings, with minimal silicone grippers to keep your shorts in place with minimal weight and pressure. S9 SUNDECK Seat InsertAn evolution of the EQUIPE RS insert, the S9 SUNDECK enjoys a reduction in weight for less bulk. Assos' whirlKrater system is also deployed. This uses strategically placed holes throughout the pad to boost airflow, creating a pad that minimises sweat absorption and boosts breathability. You'll also have the benefits of the standard RS pad. Shock-absorbing SuperAir microShock foam, in a 3D waffle design, is quick to return to its original form, filling gaps each time you shift weight and change position on the saddle. The waffle design meanwhile, sees the use of three-layer perforated foam to increases breathability and reduce bulk. And with goldenGate technology, the unique design allows a more natural irritation-free movement when pedalling. Features:Materials: 64% Polyamide, 9% Polyester, 27% ElastaneButterfly panel in Breezer Tex textile - ultralight woven fabric with mesh-like structureCompressive OSSIDIA warp-knit across front and rear panelsA-Lock Engineering technologyErgoBox construction stabilizes seat padZeroWaist raw cut waist transitionButterfly pattern wraps lower legs and backskinGrip finish, a raw-cut edge with minimal silicone treatment at the legsLightweight bib-strap constructionS9 SUNDECK Seat InsertBuy Assos Cycle Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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Assos EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger - Black Series - XL}, Black Series
  • £198.00
  • RRP £225.00
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Assos EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger S9Created for the demands of high temperatures and high-level efforts, the Assos EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger S9 excel when you're riding both intense indoor training sessions and during the heat of summer riding outdoors.The EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger S9 use the platform of the standard RS and RSR Bib Shorts S9. But they've been re-engineered to boost hot-weather comfort via a lower weight, just 120grams, and enhanced ventilation. Be it an indoor race or a scorching day ascending Alpine climbs, they're the ideal choice. Low on weight. High on Ventilation.Cooler and fresher legs are made possible thanks to the application of super-light Breezer Tex. This material is deployed for the full-wrap Butterfly panel across legs and hips. This woven fabric has a mesh-like structure, enhancing the airflow to your legs while also allowing your skin to breathe. Meanwhile, all other panels use OSSIDIA warp-knit material. With a compressive fit, you'll enjoy enhanced muscle support to find off fatigue. It also has excellent abrasion resistance, giving greater durability when you're on the saddle. Meanwhile, the bib straps use a lighter elastic, reducing weight and minimising sweat absorption. A-Lock EngineeringAssos apply the same S9 A-Lock Engineering for these Superléger shorts. This compromises a two-panel design made into a unique butterfly' panel design, snugly wrapping the legs and back to create a brand new ergoBox structure. This holds the insert securely in place for an incredible feeling of support and frictionless comfort no matter how intense your efforts. With fewer seams, weight is also reduced to the minimum. At the waist, raw-cut edges give a smooth transition between body and fabric, ensuring more comfort and less pressure. Raw-cut edges are also utilised at the leg openings, with minimal silicone grippers to keep your shorts in place with minimal weight and pressure. S9 SUNDECK Seat InsertAn evolution of the EQUIPE RS insert, the S9 SUNDECK enjoys a reduction in weight for less bulk. Assos' whirlKrater system is also deployed. This uses strategically placed holes throughout the pad to boost airflow, creating a pad that minimises sweat absorption and boosts breathability. You'll also have the benefits of the standard RS pad. Shock-absorbing SuperAir microShock foam, in a 3D waffle design, is quick to return to its original form, filling gaps each time you shift weight and change position on the saddle. The waffle design meanwhile, sees the use of three-layer perforated foam to increases breathability and reduce bulk. And with goldenGate technology, the unique design allows a more natural irritation-free movement when pedalling. Features:Materials: 64% Polyamide, 9% Polyester, 27% ElastaneButterfly panel in Breezer Tex textile - ultralight woven fabric with mesh-like structureCompressive OSSIDIA warp-knit across front and rear panelsA-Lock Engineering technologyErgoBox construction stabilizes seat padZeroWaist raw cut waist transitionButterfly pattern wraps lower legs and backskinGrip finish, a raw-cut edge with minimal silicone treatment at the legsLightweight bib-strap constructionS9 SUNDECK Seat InsertBuy Assos Cycle Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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Assos EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger - Black Series - M}, Black Series
  • £198.00
  • RRP £225.00
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Assos EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger S9Created for the demands of high temperatures and high-level efforts, the Assos EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger S9 excel when you're riding both intense indoor training sessions and during the heat of summer riding outdoors.The EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger S9 use the platform of the standard RS and RSR Bib Shorts S9. But they've been re-engineered to boost hot-weather comfort via a lower weight, just 120grams, and enhanced ventilation. Be it an indoor race or a scorching day ascending Alpine climbs, they're the ideal choice. Low on weight. High on Ventilation.Cooler and fresher legs are made possible thanks to the application of super-light Breezer Tex. This material is deployed for the full-wrap Butterfly panel across legs and hips. This woven fabric has a mesh-like structure, enhancing the airflow to your legs while also allowing your skin to breathe. Meanwhile, all other panels use OSSIDIA warp-knit material. With a compressive fit, you'll enjoy enhanced muscle support to find off fatigue. It also has excellent abrasion resistance, giving greater durability when you're on the saddle. Meanwhile, the bib straps use a lighter elastic, reducing weight and minimising sweat absorption. A-Lock EngineeringAssos apply the same S9 A-Lock Engineering for these Superléger shorts. This compromises a two-panel design made into a unique butterfly' panel design, snugly wrapping the legs and back to create a brand new ergoBox structure. This holds the insert securely in place for an incredible feeling of support and frictionless comfort no matter how intense your efforts. With fewer seams, weight is also reduced to the minimum. At the waist, raw-cut edges give a smooth transition between body and fabric, ensuring more comfort and less pressure. Raw-cut edges are also utilised at the leg openings, with minimal silicone grippers to keep your shorts in place with minimal weight and pressure. S9 SUNDECK Seat InsertAn evolution of the EQUIPE RS insert, the S9 SUNDECK enjoys a reduction in weight for less bulk. Assos' whirlKrater system is also deployed. This uses strategically placed holes throughout the pad to boost airflow, creating a pad that minimises sweat absorption and boosts breathability. You'll also have the benefits of the standard RS pad. Shock-absorbing SuperAir microShock foam, in a 3D waffle design, is quick to return to its original form, filling gaps each time you shift weight and change position on the saddle. The waffle design meanwhile, sees the use of three-layer perforated foam to increases breathability and reduce bulk. And with goldenGate technology, the unique design allows a more natural irritation-free movement when pedalling. Features:Materials: 64% Polyamide, 9% Polyester, 27% ElastaneButterfly panel in Breezer Tex textile - ultralight woven fabric with mesh-like structureCompressive OSSIDIA warp-knit across front and rear panelsA-Lock Engineering technologyErgoBox construction stabilizes seat padZeroWaist raw cut waist transitionButterfly pattern wraps lower legs and backskinGrip finish, a raw-cut edge with minimal silicone treatment at the legsLightweight bib-strap constructionS9 SUNDECK Seat InsertBuy Assos Cycle Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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Assos EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger - Black Series - S}, Black Series
  • £198.00
  • RRP £225.00
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Assos EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger S9Created for the demands of high temperatures and high-level efforts, the Assos EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger S9 excel when you're riding both intense indoor training sessions and during the heat of summer riding outdoors.The EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger S9 use the platform of the standard RS and RSR Bib Shorts S9. But they've been re-engineered to boost hot-weather comfort via a lower weight, just 120grams, and enhanced ventilation. Be it an indoor race or a scorching day ascending Alpine climbs, they're the ideal choice. Low on weight. High on Ventilation.Cooler and fresher legs are made possible thanks to the application of super-light Breezer Tex. This material is deployed for the full-wrap Butterfly panel across legs and hips. This woven fabric has a mesh-like structure, enhancing the airflow to your legs while also allowing your skin to breathe. Meanwhile, all other panels use OSSIDIA warp-knit material. With a compressive fit, you'll enjoy enhanced muscle support to find off fatigue. It also has excellent abrasion resistance, giving greater durability when you're on the saddle. Meanwhile, the bib straps use a lighter elastic, reducing weight and minimising sweat absorption. A-Lock EngineeringAssos apply the same S9 A-Lock Engineering for these Superléger shorts. This compromises a two-panel design made into a unique butterfly' panel design, snugly wrapping the legs and back to create a brand new ergoBox structure. This holds the insert securely in place for an incredible feeling of support and frictionless comfort no matter how intense your efforts. With fewer seams, weight is also reduced to the minimum. At the waist, raw-cut edges give a smooth transition between body and fabric, ensuring more comfort and less pressure. Raw-cut edges are also utilised at the leg openings, with minimal silicone grippers to keep your shorts in place with minimal weight and pressure. S9 SUNDECK Seat InsertAn evolution of the EQUIPE RS insert, the S9 SUNDECK enjoys a reduction in weight for less bulk. Assos' whirlKrater system is also deployed. This uses strategically placed holes throughout the pad to boost airflow, creating a pad that minimises sweat absorption and boosts breathability. You'll also have the benefits of the standard RS pad. Shock-absorbing SuperAir microShock foam, in a 3D waffle design, is quick to return to its original form, filling gaps each time you shift weight and change position on the saddle. The waffle design meanwhile, sees the use of three-layer perforated foam to increases breathability and reduce bulk. And with goldenGate technology, the unique design allows a more natural irritation-free movement when pedalling. Features:Materials: 64% Polyamide, 9% Polyester, 27% ElastaneButterfly panel in Breezer Tex textile - ultralight woven fabric with mesh-like structureCompressive OSSIDIA warp-knit across front and rear panelsA-Lock Engineering technologyErgoBox construction stabilizes seat padZeroWaist raw cut waist transitionButterfly pattern wraps lower legs and backskinGrip finish, a raw-cut edge with minimal silicone treatment at the legsLightweight bib-strap constructionS9 SUNDECK Seat InsertBuy Assos Cycle Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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Assos EQUIPE RSR Cycling Bib Shorts Superléger S9 Bib Shorts
  • £198.00
  • RRP £225.00
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Taking their outstanding RS and RSR Bib Shorts S9, Assos have made changes to fabrics to maintain the fabulous comfort but deliver extra helpings of ventilation alongside a reduction in weight. For hot summer days spent tackling alpine ascents or the demands of intense indoor training sessions, they're the perfect pick. Low on weight. High on Ventilation. With fewer seams used in their construction and the use of ultralight and highly breathable materials, you'll enjoy greater comfort and fresher, cooler leg muscles when the mercury rises. The full-wrap Butterfly panel is carried over from the standard S9s but here super-light Breezer Tex is deployed. This woven fabric has a mesh-like structure, allowing for enhanced airflow inwards and outstanding breathability outwards.  Other front and rear panels are made in OSSIDIA warp-knit material. This provides a firm compressive hold of your key muscle groups, and thanks to excellent abrasion resistance ensure excellent durability on the saddle. Meanwhile, the bib straps use a lighter elastic, reducing weight and minimising sweat absorption.  A-Lock Engineering Assos apply the same S9 A-Lock Engineering for these Superléger shorts. This compromises a two-panel design made into a unique butterfly' panel design, snugly wrapping the legs and back to create a brand new ergoBox structure. This holds the insert securely in place for an incredible feeling of support and frictionless comfort no matter how intense your efforts. At the waist, raw-cut edges give a smooth transition between body and fabric, ensuring more comfort and less pressure. Raw-cut edges are also utilised at the leg openings, with minimal silicone grippers to keep your shorts in place with minimal weight and pressure.  S9 SUNDECK Seat Insert An evolution of the EQUIPE RS insert, the S9 SUNDECK enjoys a reduction in weight for less bulk. Assos' whirlKrater system is also deployed. This uses strategically placed holes throughout the pad to boost airflow, creating a pad that minimises sweat absorption and boosts breathability.  You'll also have the benefits of the standard RS pad. Shock-absorbing SuperAir microShock foam, in a 3D waffle design, is quick to return to its original form, filling gaps each time you shift weight and change position on the saddle. The waffle design meanwhile, sees the use of three-layer perforated foam to increases breathability and reduce bulk. And with goldenGate technology, the unique design allows a more natural irritation-free movement when pedalling.   

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