Pearl iZUMi Men's Attack Cycling Short
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Apparel Details
Brand: Pearl iZUMiModel: 0273
Product features:
- Among Pearl Izumi's most popular road cycling shorts
- Excellent breathability, moisture wicking, and cooling properties
- Anatomic 8-panel design eliminates the inseam and potential pressure points
- Seamless 3D Race chamois with pressure relief technology reduces pressure points and friction
- 86% Nylon, 14% spandex, 9.25-Inch inseam
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Apparel reviews of Pearl iZUMi Men's Attack Cycling Short
Customer Review: Performs Wonderfully and Looks Good Doing It--A True Feat of Engineering
Rating: 5 Stars
The Pearl iZUMi Men's Attack Cycling Shorts are fabulously comfortable. I bicycle 3 to 5 days a week to work on a mountain bike outfitted with slick road tires. The commute is about 8 miles each way, so not a major trip. However, in the sweltering hot weather here in New Jersey, it's very painful without them.
THIGHS
I was worried about the small-looking legs when they first showed up. Even with my thick thighs, though, they fit like a glove. On the inside of each leg is a silicone leg gripper. I am pretty hirsute, so I expected to feel my hair being pulled about, but I didn't notice a thing. Amazing engineering.
WAIST
I am 5'7", 155 pounds, with a 31"-32" waist. I bought medium-sized shorts, and they fit just right. Although I considered getting a bib, because I was concerned about sizing, I am glad I did not. Even if you have a bit of extra flesh around your mid-section (and who doesn't?), it has a drawstring, so it should not be uncomfortable.
FRONT
The shorts have a very low profile front. I swim in the mornings with Speedos, and I would say these shorts fit a lot better and show much less. I am quite comfortable walking around in them.
INSIDE
The padding is incredible. I don't feel a thing. I am sure if I rode for another hour or two I would notice something. No shorts are perfect. These are probably about as comfortable as you can get, though. Somehow, the pad always seems to be in the right place.
MOISTURE
The shorts wick the moisture away pretty well while I am riding. I put some regular shorts over them after I got to work the first day I wore them, instead of changing into underwear, and that was a mistake. I basically sat around marinating in my sweat for a few hours. There certainly was some chafing on the way home! I guess these really are made for riding, and as long as they are allowed to breathe, you should be fine.
SUMMARY
The shorts are not cheap, but they feel like a second skin, and perform wonderfully while you are riding. In my opinion, they are worth every penny. The cost was somewhat mitigated when I purchased them by the free shipping (with Amazon Prime) and free returns (roll over your size to see what is available). You could pay a little less for other models or other brands. Why would you, though? I cherish my chances to ride, and I figure it is worth it to protect my bum.
Description of Pearl iZUMi Men's Attack Cycling Short
A Pearl Izumi favorite, the ergonomically designed eight-panel Attack Short delivers comfort, durability, and a great fit.Among Pearl Izumi's most popular cycling shorts, the Attack provide function and durability with features found only in high-end shorts. These shorts are ergonomically designed with eight panels and crafted of a blend of nylon and spandex with superior breathability and moisture-wicking properties, plus UPF 50+ sun protection. Silicone grippers at the leg hems hold the shorts in position while a seamless, male-specific 3D Race chamois with Pressure Relief Technology and contoured padding protects key areas and eliminates friction, making for ultimate comfort on long stretches in the saddle. The Attack also features reflective elements for low-light visibility and an inseam of 9.25 inches.
Features:
- SELECT Transfer fabric blends nylon and spandex for excellent breathability, moisture wicking, and cooling properties
- Fabric incorporates quick-drying hydrophobic yarns
- Anatomic 8-panel design eliminates the inseam and potential pressure points
- Male-specific, seamless 3D Race chamois with Pressure Relief Technology reduces pressure points and friction; wicks moisture
- Chamois features natural silver antimicrobial fibers that help control odors while providing thermal regulation
- Fusion technology bonds the dual-density padding to eliminate seams and thereby increase comfort
- Silicone grippers at leg hems hold the shorts in position
- Fabric provides UPF 50+ sun protection, shielding skin from harmful ultraviolet rays
Specifications:
- Type: Men's Cycling Shorts
- Best Use: Road cycling
- Fabric: 86 percent nylon, 14 percent spandex
- Sun Protection: UPF 50+
- Pad Type: 3D Race chamois; male-specific
- Panel Construction: 8 panel
- Inseam: 9.25 inches (size medium)
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