{"product_id":"assos-tactica-kieskafer-gravel-bib-shorts-t5-2026","title":"Assos Tactica Kieskäfer Gravel Bib Shorts T5 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003eOff-road bib shorts blending performance and durability for competition and touring alike, refined with integrated storage, a more compressive textile, and a simplified, weight-saving construction.Gravel and singletrack performance, upgraded – the TACTICA KIESKÄFER T5 replaces the GTC KIESPANZER C2 with a lighter, more breathable, and more compressive construction. The key upgrades are the Type.911 textile, and the stabilizing rollBar, which are adapted from the Racing Series, bringing high-intensity road performance to off-road riding. The thigh pockets are also larger, granting expanded storage for easy access to ride essentials and fuel. For the T5 generation, we also updated the insert with more shock-absorbing foam, muting chatter and smoothing repeated impacts on gravel and trails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"notranslate\" id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 98%; padding: 2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; !important\"\u003eOff-road bib shorts blending performance and durability for competition and touring alike, refined with integrated storage, a more compressive textile, and a simplified, weight-saving construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; !important\"\u003eGravel and singletrack performance, upgraded – the TACTICA KIESKÄFER T5 replaces the GTC KIESPANZER C2 with a lighter, more breathable, and more compressive construction. The key upgrades are the Type.911 textile, and the stabilizing rollBar, which are adapted from the Racing Series, bringing high-intensity road performance to off-road riding. The thigh pockets are also larger, granting expanded storage for easy access to ride essentials and fuel. For the T5 generation, we also updated the insert with more shock-absorbing foam, muting chatter and smoothing repeated impacts on gravel and trails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; !important\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize \u0026amp; Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe male model is 180cm tall and is wearing a size S.\u003cbr\u003eHis measurements are: 66kg in weight, 92cm chest, 74cm waist, and 81cm hips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; !important\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMain Fabric 80%PA 20%EA; Pocket Insert 70%PA 30%EA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jss13219\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MuiTypography-root\" muitypography-h2=\"\"\u003eThe finer details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jss13220\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-live=\"polite\" class=\"swiper-container\" swiper-container-horizontal=\"\" swiper-container-initialized=\"\" swiper-container-pointer-events=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-live=\"polite\" class=\"swiper-wrapper\" id=\"swiper-wrapper-8ed8aaa412778432\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-label=\"1\" class=\"swiper-slide\" role=\"button\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MuiTypography-root\" muitypography-body1=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFEATURED FABRICS\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eType.911 is a warp-knit textile with a silky-smooth, abrasion-resistant texture that provides stabilizing compression in a deeper, fuller black than the previous model. Its also hydrophobic and dries quickly, preventing weight gained through lingering moisture, and is equipped with odorControl properties and UPF 50+ protection. The pockets are created with panels of K-Net, a supportive, breathable warp-knit mesh that wraps contents in stabilizing security.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-label=\"2\" class=\"swiper-slide\" role=\"button\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MuiTypography-root\" muitypography-body1=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCONSTRUCTION\/FIT\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe TACTICA T5 mobility-enhancing fit is less aggressive than our racingFit, balancing streamlined, low-volume aerodynamics with multi-hour comfort and less restriction off the bike.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-label=\"3\" class=\"swiper-slide\" role=\"button\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MuiTypography-root\" muitypography-body1=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eENGINEERING\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003erollBar:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA patented bracing design adapted from the Racing Series. Stabilizes the insert and locks it in place as your weight transfers while sprinting, climbing, and cornering.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-label=\"4\" class=\"swiper-slide\" role=\"button\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MuiTypography-root\" muitypography-body1=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ezeroPressure Waist:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA soft, highly elastic waist construction that improves comfort and hold at the waist, minus any pressure or pinching.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-label=\"5\" class=\"swiper-slide\" role=\"button\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MuiTypography-root\" muitypography-body1=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePILtec Plug-In:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA lightweight, ultrabreathable textile band across the leg opening. 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New cut-outs on the sides reduce volume and friction throughout the pedal stroke.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-label=\"9\" class=\"swiper-slide\" role=\"button\" swiper-slide-active=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MuiTypography-root\" muitypography-body1=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3D Waffle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003epatented, three-layer, perforated foam that increases breathability and eliminates excess weight.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; !important\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease be aware that the images and description above are usually supplied by the brand \/ manufacturer and are in no way affiliated with Cycle Centre Congleton Limited T\/A CycleStore. 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