Originally Posted by marmot

Since we're casting our inhibitions aside, I'll discuss my cycling lingerie.
I have one pair of liner shorts with a synthetic "chamois" that's just a thin layer of fiberfill covered with smooth fabric. Very comfortable and cool, perfectly suitable for going commando.
I have another pair of liners with thick, diaper-like foam padding. They are much less successful, and feature a very poorly located seam that causes chafing in the worst possible place. They are only usable with underwear: ultrathin wicking workout briefs, never regular cotton briefs.
I just bought a pair of Fox Ranger MTB shorts. They're great, with a liner that splits the difference between the other two: not thick, not thin, with no awkwardly placed seams.
I also have regular road-bike shorts, but seldom wear them. I hate the look, and they kind of crush things up in an uncomfortable way.