{"title":"Tights","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"assos-mille-gt-cycling-bib-tights-s11","title":"Assos Mille GT Cycling Bib Tights S11","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"9:1-9:482;157-638\"\u003eThe Assos Mille GT Cycling Bib Tights S11 are built specifically for \u003cstrong\u003eshoulder-season riding in the 53.6–68°F range\u003c\/strong\u003e — late spring mornings, early fall afternoons, and the variable-temperature days between. The defining technical addition is POLAR, a new proprietary textile with a brushed inner face that delivers midweight thermoregulation without the bulk of a winter tight. At 258g, this is a fabric engineered to move with the body over long distances, not just insulate it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"11:1-11:463;640-1102\"\u003eThe sustainability story here is substantive: \u003cstrong\u003e50% of the POLAR material comes from pre-consumer recycled sources\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the entire construction is OEKO-TEX certified and PFAS-free. Assos validated the textile extensively before releasing it — breathability (4\/5), quick-drying (4\/5), and elasticity are all on par with the previous generation. The recycled content doesn't announce itself in the feel or performance; it's apparent in the product's credentials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"15:1-15:16;1109-1124\"\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"17:1-20:94;1126-1526\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"17:1-17:102;1126-1227\"\u003eEndurance and gran fondo riders spending 3–6+ hours in the saddle during shoulder-season conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"18:1-18:108;1228-1335\"\u003eRoad and gravel riders with variable-temperature training blocks where a full winter tight would overheat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"19:1-19:97;1336-1432\"\u003eCyclists who prioritize all-day chamois comfort and bib stability over aerodynamic compression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"20:1-20:94;1433-1526\"\u003eSustainability-minded riders who want performance apparel without PFAS or virgin synthetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"22:1-22:222;1528-1749\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConsider a different option if:\u003c\/strong\u003e you're riding in sustained wind, rain, or temperatures consistently below 53°F. The GT S11 is rated 1\/5 for both windproofing and waterproofing — it is not a weather-protection garment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"26:1-26:20;1756-1775\"\u003eWhat to Look For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"28:1-30:190;1777-2359\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"28:1-28:191;1777-1967\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature window:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 53.6–68°F range is precise. This is a shoulder-season tight, not a three-season one. If your rides regularly dip below that, look at a heavier-insulated option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"29:1-29:202;1968-2169\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRide intensity:\u003c\/strong\u003e The GT S11 is rated 3\/5 for ride intensity — tuned for sustained endurance effort. High-output intervals or racing will generate more body heat than this tight is built to manage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"30:1-30:190;2170-2359\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsert thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 12mm MILLE insert suits long-duration seated efforts. Riders who prefer a thinner insert for shorter, harder work may find this construction heavier than needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"34:1-34:16;2366-2381\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"36:1-37:447;2383-2847\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePOLAR Textile\u003c\/strong\u003e The main fabric — \u003cstrong\u003e86% Polyamide, 14% Elastane\u003c\/strong\u003e — uses POLAR, a new construction with a brushed inner face designed for skin comfort and midweight insulation. Its 4\/5 breathability rating means it manages heat during sustained effort without trapping warmth at the cost of ventilation. The 50% recycled content comes from pre-consumer sources, preserving the mechanical properties needed for a body-wrapping fit across varying riding positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"39:1-40:355;2849-3232\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003erollBar Bib Strap System\u003c\/strong\u003e Adapted directly from Assos's Racing Series, the \u003cstrong\u003eexternal rollBar bib strap\u003c\/strong\u003e provides locked-in positional stability over long efforts. Bib movement during multi-hour rides causes friction and distraction; the rollBar construction addresses this while maintaining the roomier, endurance-tuned GT fit rather than the compressed profile of a racing bib.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"42:1-43:316;3234-3586\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGT S11 Insert with Sundeck Panel\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003cstrong\u003e12mm MILLE insert\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of Assos's rider-preferred chamois constructions, combined here with a Sundeck panel for additional pressure relief at high-contact points. This is trickle-down technology from the Racing Series — a proven insert retuned for all-day endurance use rather than high-intensity efforts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"45:1-46:381;3588-3999\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSustainability Credentials\u003c\/strong\u003e OEKO-TEX certification and a PFAS-free construction mean no harmful chemical residues in the textile or the manufacturing process. The 50% recycled fiber content — from pre-consumer sources — is specific to the POLAR fabric and represents a meaningful reduction in virgin material use without the performance compromises that earlier recycled-fabric cycling apparel often carried.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"50:1-50:24;4006-4029\"\u003eRider Intent Summary\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"52:1-54:238;4031-4566\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"52:1-52:172;4031-4202\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiggest strengths:\u003c\/strong\u003e All-day endurance comfort in the shoulder-season sweet spot; high breathability and quick-drying performance; substantive sustainable construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"53:1-53:126;4203-4328\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTradeoffs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimal wind and weather protection; not appropriate for temperatures below 53°F or sustained wet conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"54:1-54:238;4329-4566\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes it different:\u003c\/strong\u003e The POLAR textile — a purpose-built, partially recycled fabric with a brushed inner face that hits midweight insulation at 258g without sacrificing the breathability or elasticity the endurance fit requires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"58:1-58:18;4573-4590\"\u003eVictory's Take\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"60:1-60:443;4592-5034\"\u003eAt Victory Bicycle Studio, we recommend the GT S11 to riders who've been caught overdressed in a winter tight or underdressed in a summer bibs during those narrow-window shoulder-season days — the POLAR fabric and 53–68°F temperature target make it a precise tool for conditions that are otherwise hard to dress for. The rollBar straps and MILLE insert hold up over four or five hours in a way that less technically specific bib tights don't.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Assos","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ M","offer_id":53420538691891,"sku":"11.14.310.18.M","price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ L","offer_id":53420538724659,"sku":"11.14.310.18.L","price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ XL","offer_id":53420538757427,"sku":"11.14.310.18.XL","price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ 2XL","offer_id":53420538790195,"sku":"11.14.310.18.2XL","price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0981\/3685\/0739\/files\/assos-mille-gt-spring-fall-bib-tights-s11-blackseries-1.jpg?v=1782249295"},{"product_id":"assos-uma-gt-spring-fall-bib-tight-s11","title":"Assos Women's UMA GT Spring Fall Cycling Bib Tights S11","description":"\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"3:1-3:502;51-552\" class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe Assos Women's UMA GT Spring Fall Bib Tights S11 are a midweight endurance tight built for riding in the 53–68°F range, where a summer bib is too thin and a winter tight is too much. What sets them apart is POLAR, a new Assos textile with a brushed inner face and \u003cstrong\u003e50% pre-consumer recycled content\u003c\/strong\u003e — a material developed specifically for the GT S11 and tested to deliver thermoregulation, breathability, and stretch without compromise. At 234g, they sit comfortably in carry-on range for travel riding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"5:1-5:459;554-1012\" class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe bib construction is borrowed from Assos's Racing Series: an \u003cstrong\u003eexternal rollBar strap\u003c\/strong\u003e that locks the bib in place without pressure points, adapted here for the GT's endurance-tuned fit. The insert is the rider-favorite UMA pad upgraded with a \u003cstrong\u003eSundeck pressure-relief panel\u003c\/strong\u003e — a trickledown from the RS lineup that targets long-saddle-time hot spots. The result is a tight that covers shoulder-season riding without feeling like a seasonal compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-sourcepos=\"7:1-7:22;1014-1035\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-sourcepos=\"9:1-12:88;1037-1392\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-sourcepos=\"9:1-9:84;1037-1120\" class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRoad and gravel riders logging \u003cstrong\u003e3–5+ hour efforts in spring or fall\u003c\/strong\u003e conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-sourcepos=\"10:1-10:95;1121-1215\" class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRiders who find summer bibs inadequate below 60°F but dislike the bulk of full winter tights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-sourcepos=\"11:1-11:89;1216-1304\" class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eEndurance cyclists who prioritize all-day insert comfort over race-day aero properties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-sourcepos=\"12:1-12:88;1305-1392\" class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRiders who want PFAS-free, OEKO-TEX certified kit without sacrificing fit or function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"14:1-14:188;1394-1581\" class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eRiders doing primarily cold-weather riding (below 50°F) or those who need windproofing on exposed descents should look at a heavier insulation tier — the GT S11 rates 1\/5 on windproofing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-sourcepos=\"16:1-16:26;1583-1608\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Look For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-sourcepos=\"18:1-20:225;1610-2259\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-sourcepos=\"18:1-18:203;1610-1812\" class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature window:\u003c\/strong\u003e The GT S11 is calibrated for 53.6–68°F. If your target rides frequently dip below that, consider a warmer option; if they're mostly above it, the tight may feel heavy mid-ride.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-sourcepos=\"19:1-19:222;1813-2034\" class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsert fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e The UMA insert with Sundeck panel is designed for regular fit geometry. Riders who have found other Assos inserts too firm in specific contact zones should note the Sundeck panel addresses that directly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-sourcepos=\"20:1-20:225;2035-2259\" class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSustainability tradeoffs:\u003c\/strong\u003e POLAR uses pre-consumer recycled inputs and is PFAS-free — for riders who weight this in purchasing decisions, it's worth knowing the material was performance-validated, not just green-badged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-sourcepos=\"22:1-22:22;2261-2282\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"24:1-24:400;2284-2683\" class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePOLAR Fabric.\u003c\/strong\u003e The main fabric (86% Polyamide, 14% Elastane) uses a brushed inner face for warmth-to-weight efficiency in the shoulder-season range. Half the material comes from pre-consumer recycled sources, and it carries OEKO-TEX certification with no PFAS treatments. Assos tested it against their standard performance benchmarks before releasing it — breathability rates 4\/5, insulation 3\/5.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"26:1-26:294;2685-2978\" class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExternal rollBar Bib Strap.\u003c\/strong\u003e Adapted from the Racing Series, this construction routes the bib strap externally to eliminate pressure on the lower back and core. It maintains position across varied riding positions — useful on long climbs, gravel, or any ride with frequent position changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"28:1-28:328;2980-3307\" class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUMA GT S11 Insert with Sundeck Panel.\u003c\/strong\u003e The 12mm UMA insert is the endurance-spec pad in the Assos lineup. The GT S11 version adds a Sundeck panel — a softer, pressure-redistributing layer at key contact points — borrowed from the RS product range. Designed specifically for rides where insert fatigue accumulates over hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-sourcepos=\"30:1-30:30;3309-3338\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRider Intent Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-sourcepos=\"32:1-34:248;3340-3941\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-sourcepos=\"32:1-32:181;3340-3520\" class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiggest strengths:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calibrated thermoregulation for the 53–68°F window; long-ride insert comfort via the Sundeck panel; lightweight at 234g with sustainable fabric credentials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-sourcepos=\"33:1-33:173;3521-3693\" class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTradeoffs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimal wind and water resistance (1\/5 each) — not suited for exposed or wet conditions; racing-specific aero properties are secondary to endurance comfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-sourcepos=\"34:1-34:248;3694-3941\" class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes it different:\u003c\/strong\u003e POLAR textile is unique to this garment — a new Assos-developed fabric that balances recycled content with verified thermal and stretch performance, paired with Racing Series bib architecture in an endurance platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-sourcepos=\"36:1-36:24;3943-3966\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVictory's Take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"38:1-38:267;3968-4234\" class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eAt Victory Bicycle Studio, we reach for the GT S11 when customers ask what to wear between their summer kit and their winter tights — it's a specific problem this tight solves well, and the Sundeck insert upgrade makes a real difference on longer days in the saddle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Assos","offers":[{"title":"Primal Blue \/ M","offer_id":53420538888499,"sku":"12.14.311.2Z.M","price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ L","offer_id":53420538954035,"sku":"12.14.311.18.L","price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Primal Blue \/ L","offer_id":53574008308019,"sku":"12.14.311.2Z.XL","price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0981\/3685\/0739\/files\/assos-UMA-GT-spring-fall-cycling-Bib-Tights-S11-1.jpg?v=1782753357"}],"url":"https:\/\/victorybicyclestudio.com\/collections\/tights.oembed","provider":"Victory Bicycle Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}