Cycling shorts
So I'm new to mtn biking and just want to ask if a cycling shorts is a must have? Thanks
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Cycling shorts aren't required to ride any kind of bicycle.
The longer your rides, though, the more you may come to appreciate them. |
Depends if you like chaffing on your butt or not.
Google is always just a few clicks away... https://gearjunkie.com/biking/what-a...-how-to-choose |
Originally Posted by mtn drew
(Post 22435404)
So I'm new to mtn biking and just want to ask if a cycling shorts is a must have? Thanks
But be aware that there are people around here who go out of their way to avoid any form of cycling attire. |
The more serious and hard that you ride, the more you'll find that the stuff made specifically for cycling is the better stuff to use.
If you don't ride a lot, or don't push the envelope of your fitness level, then you might not need specific cycling clothes. |
Thanks for the replies guys. I asked that same question about cycling shoes and was hesitant to buy one. I just recently got a RC brand shoes because it was on sale a couple weeks ago and after 3 rides, I really like wearing them and they have some protection on the toes compared to my converse shoes. Right now I am ok with wearing cotton shorts. I just feel a bit out when I ride with a group and they all wear "proper" cycling attire....
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Originally Posted by mtn drew
(Post 22435404)
So I'm new to mtn biking and just want to ask if a cycling shorts is a must have? Thanks
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Originally Posted by mtn drew
(Post 22435404)
So I'm new to mtn biking and just want to ask if a cycling shorts is a must have? Thanks
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Originally Posted by mtn drew
(Post 22435498)
I just feel a bit out when I ride with a group and they all wear "proper" cycling attire....
Ok so it's not about comfort and function, it's more about peer pressure to fit in and look like everybody else...Me personally I have offended many cyclists because I failed to wear a proper cycling outfit"...but I don't care what others think...It's my time on a bike and I can wear whatever i want. |
my go-to combo begins w/ Zoot brand trishorts. I use them in place of underwear or some other liner. I tried separate liners & shorts that came w/ liners but didn't like them
then on top, for the world to see, I use Zoic brand mountain bike shorts (I buy the models w/o the liner). they offer features & benefits non cycling shorts don't provide, such as fit, pockets & quick drying https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...4bc518bd7e.jpg |
Split the difference and wear liner shorts under whatever regular shorts (or pants) you normally wear. You’ll get all of the benefits of a cycling specific pair of shorts without compromising your style.
Some people spend lots of money to make a fashion statement as a cyclist. Others try to avoid the “super hero” look. You do you. |
In the past few months I now wear lightweight MTB shorts over a pair of Black Bibshorts.
I like the extra side pockets and sunblock above the knees. I do not know if I will continue this in the hot summer months but I preferred this over wearing tights or thermal knicker bibshorts. Less restriction and more comfy. Find what works for your needs and do not skimp on contact points. |
Originally Posted by wolfchild
(Post 22435540)
Me personally I have offended many cyclists because I failed to wear a proper cycling outfit... but I don't care what others think...
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Bike shorts have some significant advantages in terms of comfort. For MTB, I prefer to wear liner style shorts with looser fitting shorts on top. Most others I MTB with will do the same, but some don't like the two-layer setup and will just wear regular road shorts. Up top I see people wearing all kinds of stuff from tight aero road jerseys to flappy t-shirts.
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Originally Posted by wolfchild
(Post 22435540)
Ok so it's not about comfort and function, it's more about peer pressure to fit in and look like everybody else...Me personally I have offended many cyclists because I failed to wear a proper cycling outfit"...but I don't care what others think...It's my time on a bike and I can wear whatever i want.
When I played basketball, I wore basketball shoes because they felt good when doing the activity. When I snorkeled, I wore flippers because they helped when doing the activity. When I golfed I wore golf shoes because they planted me better than running shoes and the firm toe box felt better. I could go on and on. Point is- nobody goes for a run in ski boots and nobody climbs mountains in flipflops. These things dont exist because of peer pressure, they exist because they have been found to be the best item for the job for most people. Your insecurity is separate for all that. |
Originally Posted by mtn drew
(Post 22435498)
Thanks for the replies guys. I asked that same question about cycling shoes and was hesitant to buy one. I just recently got a RC brand shoes because it was on sale a couple weeks ago and after 3 rides, I really like wearing them and they have some protection on the toes compared to my converse shoes. Right now I am ok with wearing cotton shorts. I just feel a bit out when I ride with a group and they all wear "proper" cycling attire....
As far as worrying about fitting in, MTB is pretty low key compared to roadie culture - I doubt anyone else out on the trail really cares what you're wearing. |
Originally Posted by msu2001la
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As far as worrying about fitting in, MTB is pretty low key compared to roadie culture - I doubt anyone else out on the trail really cares what you're wearing.
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Originally Posted by wolfchild
(Post 22435540)
Ok so it's not about comfort and function, it's more about peer pressure to fit in and look like everybody else...Me personally I have offended many cyclists because I failed to wear a proper cycling outfit"...but I don't care what others think...It's my time on a bike and I can wear whatever i want.
I cannot comfortably ride more than 5 miles without padded shorts. It's a pressure rather than a chafing issue for me. |
I actually wear mtb cycling shorts pretty much all the time, both on and off the bike. I have a pair of these that are the most comfortable, super lightweight shorts I've ever owned. Expensive for shorts, but I wear them daily and they don't seem to show any wear or tear. The material they use is amazing. I have the separate very lightly padded liners too, but obviously only wear those on the bike. They are so much more comfortable than my generic everyday cotton shorts that I've pretty much abandoned them all in favour of just wearing these!
https://7mesh.com/farside-shorts |
I have a couple pairs of mtb shorts with a separate padded liner that I wore for a few years. I’m currently wearing nylon cargo shorts I got at Kohl’s without any padded liner. By currently I mean as I post this because they are the same shorts I normally wear.
I used to wear a loose fitting low key jersey mt biking but I have some polyester T’s that work well. I wear lycra shorts and a cycling jersey when I ride my road bike; unless I ride with someone who just wears regular shorts. John |
Originally Posted by mtn drew
(Post 22435404)
So I'm new to mtn biking and just want to ask if a cycling shorts is a must have? Thanks
Originally Posted by mtn drew
(Post 22435498)
Thanks for the replies guys. I asked that same question about cycling shoes and was hesitant to buy one. I just recently got a RC brand shoes because it was on sale a couple weeks ago and after 3 rides, I really like wearing them and they have some protection on the toes compared to my converse shoes. Right now I am ok with wearing cotton shorts. I just feel a bit out when I ride with a group and they all wear "proper" cycling attire....
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Originally Posted by mtn drew
(Post 22435498)
I just feel a bit out when I ride with a group and they all wear "proper" cycling attire....
Like with most sartorial matters, it really comes down to the shoes. |
For mtn biking I like wearing bike shorts because they are more comfortable. If it's cooler outside I just wear shorts over a pair of roadie shorts. In warmer weather I'll wear baggy mtb shorts that have a padded seat in them. I just find it more comfortable that way with a padded seat.
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You'll only have to mash the cajones a couple times to figure out why those funny looking shorts are used by so many people
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Not required, but everyone I know who has been riding for long ends up getting cycling shorts or at least a chamois liner to wear under something else
I really like the Patagonia Endless Ride liners and the Zioc Ether shell. |
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