Burton Reserve Stretch Bib Written Review Review by The Good Ride

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ow It Fits And Who It Is For

James’ Pants Specs
Size: Medium
Height: 5’10”
Weight 185 lbs
Waist 32-33
Hips 40”
Inseam 30”
Upper Thigh 23.5”
Middle Thigh 21.5”
Calves 16.5”

Grant’s Pant Specs
Size: Medium
6’0” 165lbs
Waist 31
Hips 38”
Inseam 32.5”
Upper Thigh 22”
Middle Thigh 21”
Calves 13.75”

Fit

This is a pretty flattering fit that is pretty normal. Burton has been going a little more baggy these days and it’s good to see.

Construction

There is really good construction happening for a bib of this price point.

Waterproofing/Breathability

The 15/10K waterproofing and breathability is reasonable for this price point. I’ve tested lots of Burton 10/10K jackets and they hold up to the rating pretty well. As long as you keep the outer layer clean and waterproof it stays that way too.

Pockets

Lots of pockets happening with the Burton Reserve Stretch Bib. Two upper pockets, 2 front pockets and 2 scrapey velcro back pockets.

Gaiters/Cuffs

The Burton Reserve Stretch Bib has that cool height adjustable cuff so your cuffs won’t drag and scrape. Very cool. They don’t retract all the way once you use it but it’s worth it.

Venting

I love the continuous venting with the Burton Reserve Stretch Bib that goes from leg to leg and opens up the crotch to cooling. There is a lot of heat happening down there.

Buttons

Love the 2 buttons at the waist here. Wish there was one more button at the top where the bib starts though.

Waist Adjuster

2 waist adjusters that do a good job at adjusting to people who are a little smaller than the suggested size range.

Liner

I like the Taffeta liner at the top of the bib but I’m not a huge fan of the really thin mesh throughout your legs. It makes it more breathable than other liners but it doesn’t protect the membrane as well as some liners do.

Conclusion

Overall, both Grant and I loved this fit and its functionality. Get the Reserve Gore-Tex bib if you need more waterproofing. If you don’t, save some cash and go this way.