Best Baggy MTB shorts with liner???

[Gaffney10]

I am a XC rider and I am looking for the best baggy shorts with padding. I would like shorts that are comfortable and that look half way decent. I have been looking at the Fox High Frequency and Mid Ranger as well as other models from Zoic and Nema to name a few. Also, if you happen to know where the best deals are for the clothing that would help...I wear a size 36 so I guess they would be Large...Thanks!!

[jayfrizzo]

I have a strange feeling that backcountryoutlet.com will have some Oakley MTB 2.4s on their site in the next few days for around $58.95...

[Particle]

Oakley Ballistics, period. But they are SPENDY...$130 retail. I have 2 pair and pretty much won't ride in anything else. (unless I'm riding DH)

[Arnold Babar]

Oakley's rule. Forgot my shorts on one out of town ride. Had to go to a shop and pay full price for a pair (something I don't tend to do). $70! I was soooooo pissed! Now they're my favorite shorts, and I wear them several rides in a row until they stink sooo bad I must wash them. I'd buy more, but I spent all my $ on bikes.

[Tap]

plz drop a bomb when the ballistics go on sale

[Greydon Clark]

I have some Nema shorts. They are average at best. I only bought them because Nema is Amen backwards. Pretty fucking evil, eh?

[girlski0912]

I know I am a girl and all...but i really like the Oakley baggies. They are spendy, but so are Zoics. However, they are really well ventilated and great padding. And they look like boardshorts.

[phUnk]

I love my Nema Jewels.

PS. $130 for facking bike shorts? Yikes.

[Gaffney10]

so far the Oakley pants look like what I need to buy. Would be nice if they happen to go on sale!

Tonight I just bought a pair of 661 Stinger MTB shoes. Does anybody have any experience with these? I thought they fit well and were close to the Answer shoes that I was going to buy.

Thanks so much for the help with the pants!

[Tap]

i too ride the Nema Jewels....inexpensive and comfortable

[webb]

a pair of super padded pearl izumi XC shorts with cut off combat pants over them.

[tywhy]

Oakley Ballistics, period. But they are SPENDY...$130 retail. I have 2 pair and pretty much won't ride in anything else. (unless I'm riding DH)

ditto!


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[scoober]

I have a strange feeling that backcountryoutlet.com will have some Oakley MTB 2.4s on their site in the next few days for around $58.95...

Uncanny.

Thanks.

[rippin]

Oakley is the best short made. Nema Jewels aren't bad but they don't last nearly as long as the Oakley's nor are they as comfortable. The Zoic though--pass on them as they shrink and just don't hold up.

Haven't tried the Izumi's.

The other brand worth a look is Fox.

[jayfrizzo]

Uncanny.

Thanks.

Yeah, I dunno. Call me psychic.

I've got the gray ones and love 'em. My only complaint is with the sizing. I'm a 34 and the medium was too small. The large feel a little big, but once I'm actually riding they feel fine.

J-

[Gaffney10]

I got a sweet deal on some Sugoi Gustos on Ebay and I will probably get the Oakleys as well on Backcountry Outlet. What is the best size for a 36 waist in the Oakley 2.4 shorts, an extra large? Thanks!

[house]

those look nice, but i feel pretty pimpin rockin my cut-off cords that cost me 2.99 at double-v. all the cool people are doing it.

[jayfrizzo]

I got a sweet deal on some Sugoi Gustos on Ebay and I will probably get the Oakleys as well on Backcountry Outlet. What is the best size for a 36 waist in the Oakley 2.4 shorts, an extra large? Thanks!

Gaff, you're probably right on the line between a Large and XL.


J-

[Gaffney10]

Do the Oakleys have an adjustable strap/drawstring right?
Great deal that shouldn't be passed up!