Originally Posted by
erichsia
I can't speak to your fit issues, but yes, these things are definitely not made for people with power thighs. But I get the feeling you've probably got bigger quads than most of the guys on here LaRok, which would've created the articulated thigh problem you ran into. I figured OP was asking for a more casual, commuting type of deal rather than a really technical, performance driven, sort of knicker. If I were going on a ride longer than 10 miles, these wouldn't be the shorts I pull on. But for commuting, which is about 8 miles a day, and walking around at work, I think they're a great deal. Especially if you get them from their sale section.
I didn't really expect them to be technical or performance driven. I just can't get over the taint-destroyer that is somehow included in their design. I mean, it makes about as much sense as a helmet that covers your eyes. They may be great for walking around in all day at work, but on a bike they are the worst things ever. At least for me, I'm glad they work for you.
Originally Posted by
bleedingapple
huh, from my hood and not $150! I am actually really stoked on these... Funny thing is, I just got some patagonia pants made of this same material for $15 While my girlfriend wasnt super happy about it (they are really nice pants) I cut them into knickers and put a cargo pocket on the side. They came out great and look kinda classy actually...
Are you talking about the Oregon guys? If so, I would recommend cutting out the crappy little chamois pad they put in. It's pretty much worthless.