Best bike shorts on Reddit

257 reviews from r/cycling, r/PlusSizeFashion, r/xxfitness and 17 more subreddits

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#1

Lululemon

5.0
(13)
"I Peloton a lot and like the base pace, swift speed, and wunder train bike shorts."
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"Just get Lululemon Wunder train bike shorts."
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"Align shorts are super comfy."
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"If you want soft and matte."
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"They are PERFECT for big thighs."
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"Either girlfriend collective or the lululemon fast and free shorts."
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"Fast and free 2 shorts are really good!! I have the long version in about 6 different colours."
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"I LOVE them. They got the little side pockets for phones."
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"For intensive training, I would def recommend the Wunder Train."
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"Try looking for What the Sport shorts on Poshmark or Mercari!"
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#2

Pearl Izumi

4.0
(13)
"And they’re great."
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"Recommend spending the money for a name brand such as Pearl Izumi or Sugoi. Worth it."
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"I really like my Pearl Izumi, as well as my Roka triathlon shorts."
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"$55 US."
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"Has been my go-to for years."
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"I bought from Pearl Izumi. I fall between their XL and XXL for shorts."
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"I have had no complaints with my Pearl Izumi Canyon shorts at that type of distance."
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"Some liner shorts with a chamois that goes under some other shorts would be good."
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"I use Pearl Izumi in men’s small and pads stick out a bit."
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"I didn't like them."
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#3

Castelli

4.8
(5)
"I love my Castelli bibs, they’ve lasted through 120-140 milers easy."
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"Castelli free aero bibs. $$$$ but I spare no expense in that area. it's worth it."
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"Bibs from Castelli, Giordana or Hincapie."
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"If you can find them for under $100."
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"Unfortunately the slightly more expensive shorts have nicer bibs - so in my experience you do get more if you pay more."
#4

Black Bibs

4.4
(5)
"They’re amazing for the price"
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"Wore them on my first century."
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"I love their bibs."
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"Nice quality, not expensive."
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"They are affordable and I am 6'3, 220-230lbs and they fit me fine."
#5

Sugoi

4.2
(5)
"My favorite long distance bib shorts are these Sugois."
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"My favorite shorts are also a couple pair of Sugoi triathlon shorts from about 15 years ago!"
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"I really like Sugoi bibs when it comes to more affordable options."
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"I have shorts from Sugoi (xl but a bit big) and bibs from Rapha."
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"On the low but still awesome tier, Sugoi makes a good set."
#6

Thigh Society

5.0
(4)
"I have worn them since their inception."
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"They have different lengths and they breathe well."
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"They have different weights/materials and lengths to fit your needs."
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"I really like the ones I bought from thigh society! I prefer not-polyester and the cotton ones I got are awesome."
#8

Snag

5.0
(4)
"Look up Snag tights, they have a product called Chub Rub Shorts just for this specific purpose."
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"They're light feeling and soft. They have a lot of stretch."
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"They’re stretchy, no control, stay where they are supposed to, and are soooo comfy."
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"Have shorts that are super thin tights-like material and they are AMAZING for those super hot days!"
#9

Knix

4.8
(4)
"They are such a light fabric you don’t feel like you are wearing anything."
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"I got the ones from Knix and Shapermint and I love them!"
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"I got the ones from Knix and Shapermint and I love them!"
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"They come in 4 inch or 6 inch, and have multiple shades for different skin tones."
#10

Assos

4.8
(4)
"Spend more and get a pair of bibs from Assos."
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"I highly recommend these past-season Assos."
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"At the top tier, Assos makes the best bibs out there."
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"It's usually worth spending a bit more on decent bib shorts."
#11

Rapha

4.5
(4)
"Rapha and Assos are great if you’re looking for something higher end."
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"Best bang for your buck bib shorts despite being slightly pricier than budget brands."
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"Their bibs are decent but only worth it when they're on sale."
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"Would recommend."
#12

Bike Shorts

4.3
(4)
"I loved my active truth ones (with pockets) for exercise."
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"Is what I'd suggest if you were in AU."
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"I bought a pair from Bonds and actually prefer them to the Emmaco ones."
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"You could try Neopro, they're at the upper end of your budget but they seem to get good reviews."
#13

Aerie

4.3
(4)
"They’re on sale right now for only $20!"
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"I have some good ones from Aerie and old navy."
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"Def not a lot of compression but super buttery soft thin material."
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"Ive been really loving aerie/american eagles activewear line Offline!"
#14

Santic

4.0
(4)
"Going to start off with Santics, since I am doing only 1 to 3 hr rides right now."
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"I've been riding Santic shorts purchased off Amazon for $25-$30."
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"As another poster mentioned, Santic is a decent brand you can find on AliExpress or Amazon."
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"I've got a few and I really like them."
#15

Amazon

4.0
(4)
"[The bike shorts from Amazon](http://practicalwanderlust.com/recommends/bike-shorts) are my favorites!!"
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"These are nice and light under dresses but help with chub rub."
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"These are my favorite. Pack tiny, cotton. Tiny bit see through, so I wear them out with nude underwear."
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"I accidentally wore cheap ones on a 70 miles ride recently and I couldn’t understand why my ass hurt so bad."
#16

Emamaco

5.0
(3)
"Emamaco are amazing."
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"Emamaco are amazing. And the claim that pet hair doesn’t stick is 100% true."
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"Emamaco are amazing."
#17

Girlfriend Collective

5.0
(3)
"I bought a few pairs from girlfriend collective around Christmas and am totally in love with them."
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#18

The Black Bibs

5.0
(3)
"I love The Black Bibs - more than my much more expensive bibs."
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"Great quality, fair price"
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"I love the shorts and bubs from www.theblackbibs.com, which go to 3xl."
#19

Terry Bicycles

5.0
(3)
"Available in regular and plus sizes and delivers to Canada."
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"The two models of short from Terry that work spectacularly well are the Bella Prima and the Peleton Short."
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"The two models of short from Terry that work spectacularly well are the Bella Prima and the Peleton Short."
#20

Fat Lad at the Back

4.7
(3)
"The fit on the Jerseys is soooo good."
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"Strongly recommend this UK brand."
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"Strongly recommend this UK brand."
#21

Decathlon

4.3
(3)
"I have padded shorts and leggings from them and they fit great."
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"They are actually really comfortable."
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"Have great bike clothes."
#22

DHB

4.3
(3)
"Incredible value for the money and the chamois is excellent."
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"Those are very good and stretchy."
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"Are a great budget option."
#23

Machines for Freedom

4.3
(3)
"I (straight size) fucking love my pair from them!"
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"I love Machines for Freedom, but they are much more compressive than others."
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"All of my female friends rave about the Machines for Freedom bibs."
#24

Specialized

4.0
(3)
"I like the Specialized rbx shorts and bib shorts :)"
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"These feel pretty snug on me when I put them on."
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"I like specialized chamois shorts under Prana climbing shorts."
#25

Zoic

4.0
(3)
"They are very comfortable."
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"Used to wear 44 jeans and could fit these Zoic Shorts in 3XL - the padded liner is removable."
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#26

Bibs

5.0
(2)
"I'll just say that if you have the money go for bib shorts, more comfortable but also more expensive."
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"Bib shorts will be your best bet."
#27

Emamaco Maternity Shorts

5.0
(2)
"Love my Emamaco maternity shorts."
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"Emamaco are amazing."
#28

Undersummers

5.0
(2)
"They are slip shorts with the seam vertically on the thigh instead of on the inside."
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"They are more expensive but so comfortable."
#29

De Soto

5.0
(2)
"If you take good care of them and gently hand wash, they will last several years."
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"De soto 400 mile"
#30

Align

5.0
(2)
"Align super hi rise in 6” are my go-to!"
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"I like the Align shorts!"
#31

TomboyX

5.0
(2)
"They’re fantastic and come in both 6” and 9” styles."
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"I really like the Tomboyx boxer briefs specifically the modal ones."
#32

Aerotech Designs

4.5
(2)
"The 3x I got works out."
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"Aerotech designs has extended sizing that is worth checking out."
#33

Endura

4.5
(2)
"Durable and thick butt padd."
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"A reasonable mid-range option."
#34

REI

4.5
(2)
"Check out REI if you have one near you."
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"REI is my go to."
#35

Canari

4.5
(2)
"They are by far my favorite."
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"I’ve also done well with Canari chamois shorts."
#36

Adidas

4.5
(2)
"Adidas act has some very comfortable ones that have a light chamois in them."
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"Adidas are great for 'bigger' thighs."
#37

Baleaf

4.5
(2)
"Has great affordable bike shorts with pockets."
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"I really like the Baleaf bike shorts on Amazon."
#38

Yogalicious

4.5
(2)
"Available on Amazon! Around $25 a pair."
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"They’re really nice and only $19!"
#39

Bontrager

4.0
(2)
"I find the $50-60 bontrager shorts to fit quite nicely and are good quality."
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"I find the $50-60 bontrager shorts to fit quite nicely and are good quality."
#40

Neopro

4.0
(2)
"Is good enough for the price."
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"You could try Neopro, they're at the upper end of your budget but they seem to get good reviews."
#41

Uniqlo

4.0
(2)
"Are great and pack down really small."
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"I have a pair from uniqlo ive liked so far."
#42

MEC

4.0
(2)
"I got a couple of pairs from MEC when I first started riding and found that they helped a lot."
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"Last time I checked MEC carried that size. They have plain biking shorts or the bib if you like."
#43

redwhite

4.0
(2)
"They’re great value bibs with spec of much higher priced ones."
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"I would get redwhite bibs."
#44

Free People

5.0
(1)
"Weirdly fell in love with Free People’s activewear. Their Never Better shorts are like aligns."
#45

F&F

5.0
(1)
"I kept the F&F’s - they do not give me sausage thighs and the pocket holds my phone for runs."
#46

Ali Mae Active

5.0
(1)
"Best active wear and their shorts have big pockets."
#47

Soma

5.0
(1)
"They’re not bike shorts but are meant to go under dresses."
#48

Underease

5.0
(1)
"They’re super comfortable, I sleep in them all the time."
#49

Gold Bond

5.0
(1)
"I wear it every day in the summer and it has made it so I can wear shorts and skirts with zero concern at all."
#50

Snag Tights

5.0
(1)
"They are the best!"
#51

All in Motion

5.0
(1)
"I use these under my mini skirts."
#52

Santini

5.0
(1)
"For me personally I love my Santini bibs (with GILevo chamois)!"
#53

Torrid

5.0
(1)
"Torrid and old navy are my go to."
#54

Wool & Company

5.0
(1)
"Wool & Company."
#55

CADMUS

5.0
(1)
"These are my favorite: CADMUS Women's High Waist Spandex."
#56

Black Sheep

5.0
(1)
"The most comfortable bibs I've ever owned are from black sheep."
#57

Stash 7" Shorts

5.0
(1)
"I absolutely love the Salutation Stash 7" shorts. I wear them for daily wear, but I really love them for running."
#58

Ell/Voo Bike Shorts

5.0
(1)
"Ell/Voo from rebel sport!!"
#59

Runfaster Long Shorts

5.0
(1)
"Runfaster long shorts. I wear the mid shorts but if you want a big longer, the long shorts will be great."
#60

Active Truth Tights

5.0
(1)
"Active Truth - the best tights ever."
#61

Hine Performance Range Shorts

5.0
(1)
"I love the Hine performance range ones."
#62

MamaMovement Bike Shorts

5.0
(1)
"I reckon MamaMovement might work! I’ve got several pairs and I mainly play tennis in them."
#63

Aerie Bike Shorts

5.0
(1)
"I've had the same pair of aerie bike shorts for years now."
#64

Aritzia Bike Shorts

5.0
(1)
"The Aritzia ones are SO good."
#65

Free Spirit Bike Shorts

5.0
(1)
"Free spirit outlet. Lulu quality but cheaper prices."
#66

Lululemon Align Bike Shorts

5.0
(1)
"The Lululemon align bike shorts are heavenly!"
#67

Nike Maternity Shorts

5.0
(1)
"I have these Nike ones and am still wearing them around the house 10m pp."
#68

Active Truth Bike Shorts

5.0
(1)
"I loved my Active Truth ones! They have those side phone pockets and it’s the best."
#69

Emamaco Bike Shorts

5.0
(1)
"I bought emamaco and active truth and prefer emamaco now I’m bigger."
#70

Emma and Co Bike Shorts

5.0
(1)
"Emma and co are worth the money!"
#71

Snag Tights Chub Rub Shorts

5.0
(1)
"I really like Chub Rub Shorts from Snag Tights."
#72

Everlane Perform Bike Shorts

5.0
(1)
"Got some Perform Bike Shorts from Everlane on sale recently and holy shit it’s so light and comfortable."
#73

Duluth Trading Company Armachillo Boxer Briefs

5.0
(1)
"Duluth Trading Company women’s Armachillo boxer briefs. Regular and plus sizes."
#74

Rapha Core Line

5.0
(1)
"Rapha core line."
#75

Decathlon Padded Lycra Shorts

5.0
(1)
"Get trusted padded Lycra shorts you like and wear decathlon 'walking' shorts over the top."
#76

Amazon B07K7S34X8

5.0
(1)
"I bought two pairs of these for a two month ride around Texas... Worked great."
#77

Pearl Izumi Shorts

5.0
(1)
"I've bought newer shorts in that time but the Pearl Izumi's are just better."
#78

Coeur Cycling Pants

5.0
(1)
"Their little black cycling pants are a 10/10 and the triathlon kits are my favorite as well."
#79

Danskin Bike Shorts

5.0
(1)
"They're not only cheap, but they don't ride up and keep things in place."
#80

Assos Bibshorts

5.0
(1)
"Assos make the best bibshorts but they are $250 for their standard pair."
#81

Amazon B006GQTEX6

5.0
(1)
"I bought a pair of regular shorts version of these last year and put over 1500 miles on them and they're still going strong."
#82

Terry

5.0
(1)
"They are SO comfortable."
#83

Universal Standard

5.0
(1)
"Universal Standard has some soft like butter under shorts."
#84

Nashbar

5.0
(1)
"The $45 USD Nashbar S2 ones get used 99.9% of the time."
#85

Aim'n

5.0
(1)
"Aim'n ribbed seamless biker shorts have been the best i've ever owned!"
#86

Cotton On

5.0
(1)
"I ran a 100k in Cotton On bike shorts and they held up amazing!"
#87

Nike

5.0
(1)
"Were under everything I wore last summer!"
#88

Rockwear

5.0
(1)
"Rockwear but only the Olympia ones."
#89

Ornot

5.0
(1)
"Durable, comfortable and stylish."
#90

sponeed

5.0
(1)
"I got these. And I love them."
#91

Nepoagym

5.0
(1)
#92

Oiselle

5.0
(1)
"Massive pockets, high-waisted, minimal riding up."
#93

2xu

5.0
(1)
"2xu compression bike shorts. They even have pockets."
#94

IUGA

5.0
(1)
"I survived a week at Disney with 7 pairs of IUGA Biker Shorts Women 6" Workout Shorts from Amazon, they were great."
#95

Two Tags

5.0
(1)
"I’m big on Two Tags atm."
#96

Walmart

5.0
(1)
"I got some from Walmart last year. They were awesome."
#97

Velocio

5.0
(1)
"They are pricey, but well worth it."
#98

The Milk Boutique

5.0
(1)
"I absolutely love them. Long length, high waisted, phone pockets and don't fall down at all."
#99

Kiss Active

5.0
(1)
"K, it's a maternity brand, but give it a go; kiss active Activewear shorts are amazing for running in."
#100

Black Bibs Ultimate

5.0
(1)
"Done 100+ miles on them, no problems."
#101

Cycology

5.0
(1)
"The XL fits perfectly."
#102

Senita

5.0
(1)
#103

Superfit Hero

5.0
(1)
"They have pockets and they're durable."
#104

Oalka

5.0
(1)
"The pockets hold my iPhone 8+."
#105

Point Seven Five

5.0
(1)
"100% best shorts I own."
#106

Baeleaf

5.0
(1)
#107

Prana

5.0
(1)
"That have pockets! Love them!"
#108

POP Fit

5.0
(1)
"All of their leggings and shorts have pockets."
#109

Jonivey

5.0
(1)
"They're great for running."
#110

Louis Garneau

5.0
(1)
"They have treated me great so far."
#111

Shiela Moon

5.0
(1)
"Two brands come to mind that offer superior quality women's shorts. One is out of San Francisco: Shiela Moon."
#112

SWRVE

4.0
(1)
"I have found SWRVE baggy shorts to be durable and comfortable."
#113

Synergy

4.0
(1)
"Synergy are pretty good IMO."
#114

Cycling Gear

4.0
(1)
"Decathlon have a bunch of cheaper cycling gear, at least you can test them in store."
#115

Padded Undies

4.0
(1)
"I fit in Baleaf XL padded undies sold on Amazon.com."
#116

Padded Boxers

4.0
(1)
"It made such a huge difference on my 5 hour ride this weekend."
#117

Mille Series

4.0
(1)
"The Assos mille series run bit bigger."
#118

Tallman

4.0
(1)
"These guys make good stuff for Big/Tall."
#119

Roka

4.0
(1)
"It's been solid."
#120

Gerry

4.0
(1)
"I like the Gerry shorts from Costco."
#121

Zella

4.0
(1)
"Super thick and they stay up when working out."
#122

LaPassione

4.0
(1)
"I’d also look into the LaPassione PSN line of bibs. Good quality for the price."
#123

Kmart

4.0
(1)
"Kmart also has a $15 pair but they are a little bit shorter."
#124

Patagonia

4.0
(1)
"Love ‘em."
#125

Club Ride

4.0
(1)
"That spandex is a little too thin to be worn as an outer layer though."
#126

Enzo’s Buttonhole

4.0
(1)
"Otherwise any other chamois cream will do just fine."
#127

INBIKE

4.0
(1)
"A good pair that’s also not expensive."
#128

Sponeed

4.0
(1)
"They've held up really well after a lot of use"
#129

Descente

4.0
(1)
"It was solid for a first time chamois experience."
#130

Greg's

4.0
(1)
"Probably gregs?"
#131

Fast and Free

4.0
(1)
"I stayed true to size on the recommendation from the educator."
#132

Target Bike Shorts

4.0
(1)
"I Peloton on a near-daily basis in Target bike shorts. I’ve been rotating the same three pair since 2019."
#133

Boody Bike Shorts

4.0
(1)
"Boody have some good ones."
#134

Jockey Skimmies

4.0
(1)
"Jockey “Skimmies” are comfortable and pack down very small."
#135

Przewalski

4.0
(1)
"Some budget bibs which I bought for the trainer but actually prefer over my Mavic and Pearl Izumi shorts/bibs."
#136

Nike Golf Shorts

4.0
(1)
"I think Nikes are my favorite, but they’re all light, pack small, and breathe."
#137

Unknown Bib Shorts

4.0
(1)
"I would recommend a bib."
#138

Dhb

4.0
(1)
"Are pretty legit."
#139

Performance Bike

4.0
(1)
"Performance Bike's store brand shorts are great. Very well made."
#140

Van Rysel

4.0
(1)
"Find them to be a great pair of budget shorts."
#141

Tyr

4.0
(1)
"Are my go to on the trainer."
#142

wool&Frankie

4.0
(1)
"They're breathable enough for me."
#143

Le Col

4.0
(1)
"Has a deal rn with Strava."
#144

OuDyke

4.0
(1)
"Shockingly good for the price."
#145

Performance Elite

4.0
(1)
"I would recommend either for good low cost bibs."
#146

Cadence Collection

4.0
(1)
#147

Rotto

4.0
(1)
"Have proved to be good enough."
#148

La Passione

4.0
(1)
"Has a very good sale on at the moment."
#149

Craft

4.0
(1)
"Craft makes great stuff too"
#150

NeoPro Cycling

4.0
(1)
"Great quality for the price."
#151

Raleigh Avenir Elite

4.0
(1)
"Very comfy and decent fit."
#152

Ali Express

3.0
(1)
"It's nice for when you're parked on the seat on the trainer but not super comfortable to move around in."
#153

Black Label

3.0
(1)
"These are the best American made bibs there are"

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