Pearl IzumiMen's Select Liner Short(Return to Product Page)

I really like these things. They fit great, don't chafe, seem durable and well made. The pad is probably just the right size. Any bigger, it would not fit under my tights as well. I've used them with the thick, fleece-lined winter tights so far, which just by the thickness of the tights offers some padding, so not sure how they would go with summer gear. I've never used liner shorts before, but I'm a total convert now. As a daily commuter, it saves some washing on the tights and just feels a bit more comfy and toasty (again winter riding only so far) having that under layer. I bought a few pairs and think they are great.

These are very well-made shorts. Padding good for shorter outings (say, under 50 mi.). For me (5'11, 170 lbs), they're a little longer than I'd like, and I find them a overly snug on the thighs. I found the comparable Louis Garneau product more to my liking. The LG padding is a bit more substantial, tho' the PI shorts are arguably slightly better made overall.

Months ago I bought a pair of the Pearl Izumi liner shorts to try when I found them on sale, the pairs of the competitor's liners that I had been wearing had stretched out of shape and gotten holes in them. I learned quickly the Pearl Izumi liners are a great improvement-the fabric breathes, that is transfers moisture away from the body, and never develops an odor. So when the Pearl Izumi liners went on sale again and at an even better price, I bought three more pairs. Six of seven days a week I either spin for two hours or road-ride for two to five hours. I always wear liners to prevent chafing and be more comfortable When I am in the saddle for the hours-long periods. They make such a difference for me, and now a riding buddy has tried them and swears by the benefits of an extra layer of padding as well. I've had my three new pairs in my rotation of bike clothes for about five weeks and can attest that they wash well. I like their ribbon loops for hanging them to dry. I recommend these Pearl Izumi liner shorts to those who wear liners, and I suggest those who don't usually wear liners to try a pair for more comfort in the saddle, to avoid chafing, and to have another layer of compression working for you. My pairs all have been true to size.

Now use these on all rides, nice fit, good quality.

Great liner shorts

This is my second pair of Pearl Izumi liner shorts. The first finally wore out after around 3 years of weekly MTB use. Not surprising. Love the comfort these newly purchased liners provide, the fit is great and the chamois stays in shape, just air dry, never put in the dryer. No chafing or rough results to the legs and they stay up without drawstrings. The best part is I can wear whatever mountain biking shorts I choose over them. It's a win win win with this product.

This liner short gives me that extra layer when I need it! Especially recovering from saddle sores.

I've been using the liners as intended-underneath tights, and indoors on my trainer. They're less bulky than good biking shorts (I wear only PI P.R.O.) and adequate for the trainer, and dry more quickly. I bought a pair for my son, and he also likes and uses them.

I have some tights wo padding. I wear these underneath.

The good quality of these bike short liners were what I have come to expect from Pearl Izumi.

A very comfortable anatomically fit chamois in a light breathable mesh short. Waistband and leg grips equally comfortable and secure. Easy to launder, every bit a quality garment from Pearl Izumi. Wear this short under your favorite workout gear, go from the road to the gym, looking good, your butt feeling even better and adding another dimension to your workout. In addition wear them under your street clothes and ride across town to meet friends for lunch alfresco this summer and burn off those calories on a comfortable ride home.

Nice riding shorts to fit under regular shorts. Fit just a little bigger than normal riding shorts. Good alternative for shorts riding your in door trainer.