Originally Posted by
lwla
Just want to know how many riders don’t wear padded biker’s shorts and how far are they riding? I have not bought any biker shorts. At first it was uncomfortable but I only rode for 20 min, Now my long rides are 42 miles (2 hours & 19 min) once a week and it is uncomfortable but each week its less. I started riding about 90 days ago. I’m going to ride in a local 85 mile ride in October. But or not to Buy
BUY!! After 85 miles your butt will thank you
As others have stated the shorts are for preventing chafing, absorb sweat and prevent problems from seams in your clothing. They also compress the muscles in your thighs helping to prevent fatigue.
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