Assos Equipe RS Bib Shorts S9 Targa

Assos' flagship WorldTour bib shorts for racing, dedicated training, and cyclists who appreciate how meticulous engineering and refined equipment can help athletes achieve higher performance.

BEHIND THE PRODUCT
The “TARGA” classification indicates a foundational redesign of our EQUIPE RS S9 platform. The reengineering process increased performance and comfort, shed unnecessary bulk and grams, and decreased drying time—which ensures perspiration doesn’t add mid-ride weight by lingering in textiles. We also incorporated a panel of Ossidia material across the lower abdomen, adding stretch to better accommodate aggressive bike positions, expand with deep breathing during hard efforts, and relieve pressure for taller cyclists seeking an aerodynamic, second-skin fit.

TECHNOLOGY OVERVIEW
THE FINER DETAILS

FEATURED FABRICS
Type.441 is a gently compressive, silky smooth material that feels more abrasion-resistant than your typical bib short material because it is. It also actively cools while protecting against UV rays and resisting odor. Ossidia is a high-stretch material that enhances breathability while strategically relieving pressure on sensitive areas.

CONSTRUCTION/FIT
Our AEPD racingFit realized for bib shorts with our standard leg length. Every fabric panel, strap, and stitch is engineered for stability, comfort, and second-skin performance. ASSOS shorts are legendary; this fit design is why.

A-LOCK ENGINEERING
External rollBar bib straps lock the insert in place, boosting stability while cornering, climbing, and sprinting.

OSSIDIA
Second-skin aerodynamics and race-tuned compression with strategic pressure relief on sensitive areas.

TYPE.441
Proprietary textile wraps large muscles with a fatigue-reducing compressive hold.

SUPERLIGHT LEG GRIPPERS
Lightweight, aerodynamic security without restriction or transitional ridges between body and shorts.