Enroute carries ASSOS of Switzerland at our café and retail floor in Kitsilano, at 2205 West 1st Avenue, Vancouver, and online at enroute.cc. Everything is priced in Canadian dollars and shipped across Canada, so there's no cross-border shipping, duties or currency conversion to deal with.
Retail is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., seven days a week. Come in to try ASSOS bibs and jerseys on, compare fits against MAAP and Pas Normal Studios, and put together a winter layering system for wet West Coast riding.
About ASSOS
ASSOS traces its start to 1976, when founder Toni Maier-Moussa took an aerodynamic carbon frame into a Zurich wind tunnel with engineers from ETH Zurich. The testing showed that the rider and their clothing caused more drag than the bike, and the wool kit of the day performed badly. Drawing on the Lycra race suits used by Swiss ski racers, Maier-Moussa developed Lycra cycling shorts and an anatomical skinsuit. ASSOS credits itself with the first Lycra cycling shorts. Castelli makes a similar claim, but within a few years Lycra had replaced wool in the pro peloton.
The company later moved to Ticino in southern Switzerland and focused on textile research and development. ASSOS still designs and engineers its range in Switzerland, and it lists among its firsts the bib short, the elastic-interface short insert and the goldenGate chamois construction. ASSOS is also the kit supplier for the EF Education-EasyPost team, and we carry pieces from the ASSOS x EF Pro Cycling collection when they're available.
Chamois and bib short technology
The chamois, or insert, is what ASSOS riders tend to talk about first. In the brand's goldenGate construction, the insert is attached at the front and back and floats between the legs instead of being sewn flat, which reduces friction with every pedal stroke. The top-tier Equipe RS insert uses three layers that handle shock absorption, support and skin comfort separately.
ASSOS groups its bibs by fit. regularFit (the Mille range) is snug but allows an upright position on long days. racingFit (Equipe R and Equipe RS) is tighter and lower-cut for a tucked race position. aeroFit (Equipe RSR) is the most aggressive cut, with high compression. The Dyora range is ASSOS's women's-specific road kit.
What we carry
Our ASSOS range changes with the season, so the collection page always shows what's actually in stock. Lines we carry include:
Bib shorts: Equipe R Bib Shorts S11, Equipe RSR and RSR Bolide Bib Shorts S11, Mille GTO Bib Shorts S11 and Dyora R Bib Shorts S11 for women.
Jerseys and skinsuits: Equipe R and Equipe RS jerseys, Dyora R and Dyora RSV jerseys, the Mille GTO long-sleeve jersey and the Equipe RS Rapidfire Chronosuit.
Base layers and accessories: Summer NS, Spring Fall and Winter skin layers, socks, caps, gloves, warmers, the Endurance Spider Bag, ASSOS Chamois Crème and Active Wear Cleanser.
ASSOS winter kit for Vancouver
ASSOS rates its kit by temperature, and its winter range is built in layers. For a Vancouver winter, which usually means riding in the rain from October to April, we'd start with a Winter or Ultraz Winter LS skin layer, then add the Equipe R Habu Winter S11 jacket or the women's Dyora RS Rain Jacket, and Dyora RS Winter Bib Tights or R Winter leg and arm warmers. Finish with Ultraz Winter Gloves, RSR Thermo Rain Shell Gloves, Ultraz Winter Socks, and booties such as the GT Ultraz Winter Bootie Evo, RS Rain Booties or RSR Winter Speed Bootie.
See all our winter and rain cycling jackets and overshoes and winter booties , or ask the team in the shop to build a setup around the rides you actually do.
Sizing and fit
ASSOS runs small compared with MAAP, Pas Normal Studios and Rapha. Size up one for Equipe RS or Equipe RSR. Mille GT (regularFit) is the closest line to MAAP and Pas Normal Studios sizing. If the chest, waist, hip and height measurements point to different sizes, go with the larger one.
Full charts in cm and inches are in our ASSOS size guide . For brand-by-brand comparisons, see MAAP vs Assos .
Shop by category: men's ASSOS bibs , women's ASSOS bibs , men's jerseys , women's jerseys , ASSOS accessories and ASSOS clearance .
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy ASSOS in Canada?
Enroute carries ASSOS online at enroute.cc and in person at 2205 West 1st Avenue in Kitsilano, Vancouver, BC V6K 1E9. Prices are in Canadian dollars, and orders ship across Canada.
Is there an ASSOS store in Vancouver?
You can shop and try on ASSOS at Enroute's café and retail floor in Kitsilano, at 2205 West 1st Avenue. Retail is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., seven days a week.
Do you ship ASSOS across Canada?
Yes. Standard shipping is free on eligible Canadian orders of $200 CAD or more, and $13.99 CAD on orders under $200. Orders placed before 12 p.m. PT on a business day ship the same day. Local riders can choose in-store pickup, which is usually ready in 24 to 48 hours.
Does ASSOS run small?
Yes, compared with MAAP, Pas Normal Studios and Rapha. Size up one for Equipe RS or Equipe RSR, and see the ASSOS size guide or come in and try sizes on.
Which ASSOS bib shorts should I choose?
Choose Mille GT or GTO (regularFit) for long, comfortable days. Choose Equipe R or Equipe RS (racingFit) for a lower race position and more compression. Choose Equipe RSR (aeroFit) if you want the most aggressive race cut. Women's riders can start with the Dyora range.
What ASSOS kit is best for winter riding in Vancouver?
Layer a Winter or Ultraz Winter skin layer under a winter jacket such as the Equipe R Habu Winter S11, add winter bib tights or warmers, and protect your hands and feet with Ultraz gloves and winter or rain booties. In sustained rain, add a rain shell such as the Dyora RS Rain Jacket.
What is your return policy on ASSOS?
You can request a return or exchange within 14 days of delivery or in-store purchase. Items must be unused, unwashed and have their tags attached. Socks, gloves, headwear, base layers, warmers, white bib shorts, limited releases and items with a combined discount of 20% or more are final sale. See Returns & Exchanges for fees and the full terms.