ASSOS – Trail Tactica Liner Bib Shorts HP T3 – Cycling Bottoms

MTB liner bib shorts with padding

The Trail Tactica Liner Bib Shorts HP T3 from ASSOS are extremely lightweight, sturdy liner bib shorts for intensive off-road riding – completely redesigned with the new High Performance Off-Road insert, a fit with enhanced support and better protection, as well as increased breathability from the revised hip padding. These lightweight liner shorts are designed for breathability and durability. Plus, the low-weight bib shorts feature quick-drying, elasticated straps that offer an impeccable fit. In turn, these straps are attached to the zeroPressure Waist design. The Tactica zeroPressure Waist design is more breathable and offers increased support, ideal for high-intensity rides on uneven surfaces such as gravel and singletrack trails.

Thoughtful padding for off-road use

These liner bib shorts feature the new Off-Road HP T3 insert, which retains the cooling air circulation of the previous version, while reducing friction when riding as well as providing extra comfort at high speed on singletrack trails and gravel paths. The Tactica shorts boast three pockets for extended storage space. They are equipped with pull tabs for easy access beneath a jersey. An integrated elastane band stabilises the fit of the leg cuffs, while the new ImpactorTec T3 hip pads offer a larger protective surface, a very soft lining and increased ventilation.

Particularly breathable fabric

The Polstar textile is a very breathable, cooling mesh fabric with bi-stretch properties and a water-repellent layer that allows moisture to evaporate faster. The material is quite durable, but it is recommended to wear them with overtrousers. Last but not least, the Speedy textile is highly stretchy, reduces odours and provides a compressive hold around the waist.

The technologies at a glance:

• ImpactorTec T3: Revised for the Trail Tactica System with a combination of 7 mm thick viscoelastic foam padding and a larger protective surface, as well as kraterCooler technology for cooling air circulation
• zeroPressure Waist: A soft, elasticated waist design for even more comfort and support around the waist without applying pressure or restricting your movement
• Superlight Leg Grippers: The elasticated band incorporated into the slightly compressing leg cuffs provides a secure hold without feeling constrictive.
• Shock-Absorb Damping Mono9: Compressive foam layers whose thickness has been increased from 8 mm to 9 mm for more upright riding positions on gravel and single track rides. A thermo-formed cut reduces irritating seams
• 3D waffle: A patented three-layer perforated foam that increases breathability without adding excess weight.
• goldenGate 2.0: The seat pad is attached to the front and back, with movable pads on the sides and centre – for moving with you instead of against you. New cut-outs on the sides reduce its volume as well as friction with every pedal stroke
• kraterCooler: Perforations on the front of the Chamois pad promote air exchange and ensure greater breathability and a dry, comfortable microclimate.