cycling underwear
06-16-15, 07:44 AM
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cycling underwear
I would like to get some padding for my rear but still wear gym shorts. Is cycling underwear a good choice? Have people found it useful?
06-16-15, 08:20 AM
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When I first was riding and didn't want to be lycra'd out, I just wore normal bike shorts with a pair of gym or running shorts over them. You could also get the baggy mountain bike padded shorts.
06-16-15, 08:27 AM
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padded liner shorts, for cycling, and actual bike shorts are about the same cost..
(pricing of bike shorts can get expensive , in premium brands)
(pricing of bike shorts can get expensive , in premium brands)
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I use cycling shorts under other shorts. I did have a pair of cycling "liners" or underwear that came with mountain bike over-shorts but didn't like the fit, so I removed the liner and just use the bike shorts I like under those very same mountain bike shorts. I prefer thin liners cuz I have a great and comfortable saddle. But I used to get the regular thicker lined bike shorts. You might have to go thru a few pair to find some you like a lot. You can't really tell trying them on in a dressing room over your underwear, aside from maybe the overall fit. You need to put some miles on them.
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Most of the cycling clothes brands make padded underwear to use with baggy shorts or street clothes. Pearl Izumi even has padded bib underwear (mostly made from a lightweight mesh). As with all cycling clothes, quality varies with price, but for short rides, comfort isn't that important. If you have a padded saddle, you may not even need padded shorts for rides of less than an hour or two.
06-16-15, 10:59 AM
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You shouldn't wear another layer under padded cycling gear.
It will contribute majorly to heat buildup in the region, which is already a potential health issue.
It will contribute majorly to heat buildup in the region, which is already a potential health issue.
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Alternatively, like people have mentioned above, they have padded (boxer) briefs as well.
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Why not a padded seat cover?
