I have to ask, though it is likely a silly question. What IS the difference between cycling knickers and tights? Perhaps I have knickers instead of tights but the bottom of the legs hits me at mid-calf - and while I might have long legs for my height, I am not far from tall.

I am starting to consider what I need for the winter - and while my leg warmers fit much better than last year (those bigger thighs do come in useful) I do need to get at least one pair of good knickers or tights. Considering the cost that might be all I get, but I digress. I've several merino wool short-sleeve jerseys and a base layer - so can probably get away with one more smart-wool base layer and a long-sleeve merino wool jersey.

I've also noted that bib tights/knickers are available...even drop-tail, though quite frankly, I can't imagine dropping that tail in sub-freezing temps I can see the obituary now

If'n I can get my full deposit back when I move next month then that will pay for all of this

So, if I can only get one pair - would tights be better than knickers? I note that TE sells several brands of cold-weather bib-tights - so I am leaning that direction. Spendy, but am thinking they might help keep my core warm...