The TACTICA Kieskäfer Gravel Bib Shorts T5 are engineered for both competition and touring, combining performance, durability, and integrated storage. This latest version replaces the GTC KIESPANZER C2, now featuring a lighter, more breathable, and compressive construction. Key upgrades include the Type.911 textile and stabilizing rollBar, adapted from the Racing Series, ensuring high-intensity road performance translates seamlessly to off-road conditions. The thigh pockets have been expanded for easy access to ride essentials, while an updated insert with additional shock-absorbing foam enhances comfort on rough terrain. Designed for all-day gravel and singletrack adventures, these bib shorts offer streamlined aerodynamics and unrestricted mobility. Pair them with the TACTICA T5 layering system and add the TACTICA Shell Vest or STEINADLER Shell Jacket for protection in varying conditions.

Constructed with Type.911 warp-knit textile, the bib shorts provide silky-smooth compression, abrasion resistance, quick-drying hydrophobic properties, and UPF 50+ protection. The K-Net warp-knit mesh pockets offer breathability and stabilizing security. The rollBar technology, inspired by the Racing Series, stabilizes the insert to enhance control while sprinting and cornering. The zeroPressure Waist ensures a secure yet comfortable fit without pinching, while PILtec Plug-In leg bands maintain grip with microdot silicone treatment. The Shock-Absorb Damping Mono insert features an 11mm breathable foam layer to smooth out trail vibrations. GoldenGate 2.0 allows the insert to float with the body for reduced friction, and the 3D Waffle’s three-layer perforated foam increases breathability while eliminating excess weight. These innovations create an advanced bib short designed for endurance, comfort, and off-road performance.