Cycling Shorts

Updated April 1, 2025

The amount of cycling short options can be overwhelming to beginning and seasoned cyclists and just like folks have their favorite underwear for whatever reason, one person may prefer a style or brand of shorts over another.

If you are planning on spending a long time in the saddle, a solid pair of cycling shorts will save your butt (literally). Below we have compiled some of the best options for both men and women when it comes to cycling shorts.

Men

BDI 8-Panel Flat Seam Gel Cycling Compression Shorts

These compression shorts are reasonably priced and highly reviewed on Scheels. These shorts have a gel pad to reduce fatigue as well as leg grippers to keep shorts in place.

BDI Shorts

Trek Cycling Bib Shorts

Most will tell you that for long rides, nothing beats a good pair of bibs. The shoulder straps assist in removing the elastic at the waste which can become uncomfortable when bent over your handlebars on long rides. For those not wanting to look like a wrestler, a solid cycling jersey worn over the straps will assist you in hiding your suspenders.

Trek Bibs

 

Women

ZOIC Essential Padded Bike Shorts

These compression shorts are reasonably priced and highly reviewed on Scheels.. These shorts are designed with women in mind and have a gel pad to reduce fatigue.

ZOIC

 

Pearl iZUMi Expedition Cycling Shorts

These cycling shorts have a wide waste band that provides superior comfort on long rides in the forward position. Additionally, storage pockets on each thigh and a lumbar pocket ensure you don’t lose your belongings on trailside.

iZUMi Expedition

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



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