Assos Women's Tactica Kieskäfer Gravel Bib Shorts T5
The Assos Women's Tactica Kieskäfer Gravel Bib Shorts T5 is designed for modern off-road: gravel, singletrack, races, and high-intensity bike touring. It combines performance, durability, and integrated storage solutions, with a lighter and more aerodynamic structure, an even more compressive fabric, and an evolved chamois designed to absorb the vibrations typical of dirt paths.
Born to replace the GTC C2, the T5 generation introduces materials and technologies derived from the Racing line, adapted to the specific needs of off-road gear.
Technical Specifications
Advanced Off-Road Performance
The TACTICA KIESKÄFER T5 feature a lighter, breathable, and compressive structure, designed to offer muscle support and stability on uneven terrain.
The main innovations include:
Type.911 fabric for compression, stability, and abrasion resistance
rollBar stabilizing technology, adapted from the Racing collection
Larger leg pockets, for snacks and accessories always within reach
Updated T5 chamois, with even more cushioning foam to absorb micro-vibrations and constant shocks from gravel and trail
Technology Overview
FEATURED FABRICS
Type.911 is a snag-proof fabric resistant to abrasions that offers stability and compression. It features:
Prevents sweat buildup and the consequent weight gain during longer and more demanding rides.
The pockets are made with K-Net panels, a snag-proof and highly breathable mesh that supports and wraps objects, offering stability and security even on technical trails.
CONSTRUCTION / FIT
The TACTICA T5 cut is designed to ensure greater freedom of movement. It offers:
Less aggressive profile compared to racingFit
Aerodynamic and low-profile design
Ideal comfort for long rides
Less restriction in out-of-saddle sections
The regular fit combines performance and comfort, perfect for gravel and bike touring.
ENGINEERING
rollBar
Patented fastening design taken from the Racing series. Stabilizes the chamois and locks it in position, following weight shifts during sprints, out-of-saddle efforts, and turns.
zeroPressure Waist
Soft and highly elastic waist structure that improves comfort and support, reducing any pressure or feeling of constriction.
PILtec Plug-In
Light strip of ultra-breathable fabric applied on the hems. The silicone micro-studs, invisible from the outside, stabilize the shorts ensuring they stay in place even when damp or wet.
Integrated Storage
Two Triple Ramp pockets on the legs allow you to safely store and easily access basic accessories, even when gravel and trail routes do not allow distractions.
TACTICA WOM T5 Insert
Shock-Absorb Damping Mono
Single breathable layer of 11 mm for maximum off-road comfort, designed to absorb micro-impacts and vibrations from gravel and singletrack routes.
goldenGate 2.0
The chamois is fixed at the front and back, leaving freedom of movement in the floating central part. It moves with the body reducing friction.
The new side shaping reduces bulk and friction throughout the entire pedal stroke.
Why choose the Tactica Kieskäfer T5
Ideal for gravel, singletrack, and technical trails
Perfect for off-road races and summer bike touring (> +21°C)
Maximum chamois stability even on uneven terrain
Functional and stable integrated pockets
Targeted compression and UPF 50+ protection
The Assos Women Tactica Kieskäfer Gravel Bib Shorts T5 is the ultimate choice for female cyclists looking for a technical, durable, and high-performance women's gravel bib short, capable of ensuring comfort and stability even on the most challenging routes.
