Assos EQUIPE R Collection: The warm weather is on the way, in the northern hemisphere, even if it doesn’t feel like it, yet. Our man in Spain, Alastair Hamilton, received his first shorts and short sleeve offering for 2025 from Assos. Here are his thoughts on the Equipe R Jersey & Bib Shorts and the Endurance Socks from the Swiss company.
Summer is here
Alastair Hamilton PEZ sez: Summer must be here! Assos thinks it is (Clima Code 1/3), but here on the Costa Blanca, the centre of pro team training camps, it has been raining and cold (for here), since the Swiss bike clothing company sent me their Equipe R jersey, bib shorts and Endurance socks. This explains the hairy legs and the non ‘beach ready’ physique. Anyway, I managed one sunny day for photos and a quick ride.
Very nice packaging
The Assos Equipe R Jersey in Stella Lavender
I’ve never had any Assos kit, apart from a pair of socks the BMC team gave me at a press day, many years ago, but Assos was always one of the best known manufacturers of top quality bike clothing. As with all the top brands these days, the unpacking is like a new iPhone or MacBook day. But after the opening of the presents, there is no disappointment with the quality of the goods. I had a lavender coloured jersey, subtle and not ‘in your face’ with little bits of black trim and zip. There is a collar at the back of the neck, that cuts down at the front. Unlike many jerseys, there are proper stitched hems on all the edges, no ‘raw’ cut finishes.
A proper collar
You can see the work that has gone into the stitching, all perfect and strong. The full zip has a chunky Assos logo tag and a flap on the inside at the waist. Three rear pockets with a black material strip on the inside, for ease of hand entry and an elastic strip with gripper rubber at the base. This holds everything in place, even with a phone and inner tube in the pocket.
Very easy to use pockets
The material used for the pockets is more robust and double and triple stitched. The cloth for the rest of the jersey is breathable and (I would guess) great in the hot weather I’m hoping comes soon. A body hugging fit that should suit everyone.
Rear elastic gripper strip
As you would expect, the jersey is comfortable to wear, no tight points or strange shapes when riding or standing in the cafe.
Small logos on the back
The Assos Equipe R Bib Shorts in Secret Blue
In all my kit reviews, I always say that the bib shorts are the most important part of bike clothing. If you are not comfortable in the seat department, you will not have a good ride and maybe suffer for days after. I always try bib shorts (and saddles) on the home trainer, before out in the real World, as you put a lot more pressure on those areas and probably don’t ride out of the saddle as much.
Luxury!
The chamois, or seat pad, is made up of two independent foam sections with a breathable section in the middle and a padded section at the front for the ‘family jewels’. This is probably one of the most comfortable I’ve ridden and in combination with a pressure relieving saddle, all very comfortable ‘down stairs’.
A hem round the top of the shorts
The bib, or more like straps, are wide and strong, and the stitching where they are attached to the shorts is unbelievably well done with a strengthening piece incorporated in the rear straps. There is also a hem around three-quarters of the top of the shorts area, leaving the front panel ‘raw’ cut for ease of taking a ‘nature break’. The front of the shorts feels low, but is still inside the jersey, so no problem.
Wide and strong straps
The short’s legs are made of one panel and the seat in two panels, with the front panel I already spoke about. There is gripper silicon at the back of the legs to hold them in place, you don’t really need it at the front. The legs are a good length, longer than ‘old school’ would allow, but not ridiculous. The edge of the shorts are raw cut, but this adds to the comfort and sleek look.
The gripper doesn’t irritate, even with hairs
My bibs came in ‘Secret Blue’, a nice shade of blue and they go well with the lavender jersey. Of course Assos were famous for only making bib shorts in black, so it is nice that they offer a contrast. Oh! And yes there is that important Assos logo on the leg and back.
Nice colours for this summer
The Assos Endurance Socks in Stone Blue
Foot comfort
As I said at the start, I only ever had a pair of Assos socks before, so I knew what they would be like. Fellow PEZ-reviewer, Chuck Peña, would love there socks: They are fairly high and are not white. In saying that, the colour matches the rest of the kit and they are comfortable. They have a nicely shaped toe and heel sections, a leg hugging upper with elastic top and the foot fits snugly. The Assos logo on the back breaks up the total blueness. They also don’t fall down. The BMC team socks said ‘left’ and ‘right’ on them, these don’t, maybe that was for the riders?
Not too high and the colour matches the kit
The overall impression: When you feel the materials and look at the workmanship, you know that you have a quality item(s). Due to the weather, I’ve only managed a Zwift ride in the bibs and just over an hour on the road with the full kit, but the Assos Equipe kit is very nice to wear with comfort and style. The colours are modern, fresh and not garish. A pleasure to ride in. Criticisms? Assos is not cheap, but you are paying for the ‘build quality’ and the top materials. This is a training jersey, so a small zip pocket in the rear of the three main pockets, would be handy for a card or a couple of coins. The general impression is of quality and comfort. Yes, very nice.
Just need to good weather
Assos sez: Men’s and women’s high-performance, race-ready collections introduce bold new bib short colours, along with fresh jersey styles.
Designed for performance-focused riders seeking individuality and an alternative to traditional style, ASSOS introduces EQUIPE R and DYORA R. The latest men’s and women’s collections bridge the gap between technical excellence and lifestyle aesthetics at an accessible price point.
The EQUIPE R and DYORA R bib shorts are at the forefront of the collections, incorporating leading features from ASSOS’ premium EQUIPE RS Shorts S11. After more than 10 years, ASSOS’ iconic bib shorts are available again in bold new colours, breaking away from the brand’s classic black. The advanced construction — featuring raw-cut cuffs, minimal silicone grips, and lightweight, compressive Type.911 textiles — delivers unrivalled comfort and support on every ride.
The bib shorts are complemented by the EQUIPE R and DYORA R jerseys, engineered with ultralight, breathable AirCell fabrics designed to keep riders cool and comfortable during hot conditions. The sleeves and zippers are integrated with Bonded Tec for increased durability and comfort, offering reliability for all-day efforts. The sleek, second-skin fit and modern aesthetic ensure that cyclists perform at their best and reflect their individuality.
Inspired by the demands of days in the saddle, EQUIPE R and DYORA R off high-performance kits designed to make every ride smoother, faster, and more comfortable. Built with sustainability in mind, ASSOS promotes the “buy less, buy better” philosophy with durable, long-lasting designs balancing function and style. Offering a mix of classic and contemporary colourways, neutral shades like Black and Terra Sand provide timeless versatility, while bold tones like Flame Orange and Halo Green embody the spirit of modern cycling. The collections are rounded off with a distinctive special edition SURFACE design, adding a refined yet striking edge.
Peter Hammerschmidt, Senior Director of Product Management at ASSOS of Switzerland, said: “The EQUIPE R and DYORA R collections bring an exciting change for 2025. We’re expanding the range of bib short colours, giving cyclists more options to express their style while maintaining peak performance. With advanced construction and carefully selected materials, the EQUIPE R and DYORA R ranges offer accessible kits built to enhance the ride like never before.”
EQUIPE R and DYORA R Bib Shorts Key Features
● Type.911:
Highly elastic with enhanced compression, stabilised insert without roll-bars, odorControl, quick drying, good abrasion resistance
● SkinGrip Finish:
Raw-cut leg openings with minimal anti-slip finish
● X-frame:
Reduced stretch in the lower back to stabilise the insert, high stretch across the shoulders, light and breathable on the front
● zeroPressure:
Waist construction
● goldenGate 2.0:
New cut-out wings reduce volume and friction
● 3D Waffle:
Patented, three-layer, perforated foam for increased breathability and reduced weight
● High-density foam:
9mm in an improved shape
EQUIPE R and DYORA R Jersey Key Features
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● AirCell fabrics: ultralight circular knit with hexagon pattern for cooling air quick dry, odorControl, 4-way asymmetrical stretch, soft hand, UPF 15
● Bonded sleeves and zipper: low-volume, frictionless finish for increased durability
● Triple Ramp Pocket: classic construction in PushPull textile
● Lightweight and breathable textile band: with a microdot silicone treatment stabilising the jersey’s back panel and maintaining grip while wet
Sizing and Availability
EQUIPE R jerseys XS-3XL and DYORA R jerseys XS-2XL are available in Black Series, Terra Sand, Stella Lavender, Flame Orange, Halo Green, Future Dusk (exclusive to EQUIPE R) and a special edition SURFACE design. MSRP €150 / £130 / $175USD.
Both collections offer bib shorts in Black Series, Secret Blue, and Edge Green. MSRP €190 / £165 / $210USD.
The EQUIPE R and DYORA R collections will be available from ASSOS.com, ASSOS flagship stores in Lugano, London, and Frankfurt, and through trusted wholesale partners worldwide.
- For more information about ASSOS of Switzerland visit ASSOS.com.
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