Why Women Bike Shorts Are a Must-have
The best bike ride is no good if your bottom hurts. Cycling shorts are no guarantee that this won't happen (after all, your riding position and saddle also play a decisive role). Nevertheless, they make a significant contribution to ensuring that you are comfortable on your tours. The special padding and breathable material of cycling shorts for women ensure that you feel comfortable even on long rides and can concentrate fully on the route.
The Most Important Types of Female Cycling Shorts
Women's cycling shorts are available in a wide variety of designs. We have listed the most important types below.
- Shorts & tights with seat pad: The classics among women's cycling shorts. The integrated padding offers protection and comfort by absorbing vibrations and shocks. You can also easily remove the shorts without straps if the worst comes to the worst.
- Bib shorts: These short women's cycling shorts have straps for a better fit and more comfort. A must-have if you're a sporty road bike rider. Practical: high-quality models are still flexible enough to pull them down for short breaks.
- Women's MTB shorts: Softshell shorts with or without seat padding and a loose fit. A special feature for everyday wear, mountain bike tours or cycling trips.
- Other cycling shorts for women: In addition to the main types mentioned, there are other model variants - such as short cycling rain pants for wet days in summer or cycling skirts for a stylish look in the city. Take a look around our large range.
What to Look for When Buying Women’s Cycling Shorts
You want to buy cycling shorts buy? Here are five tips you should take to heart when buying.
- Design: Think about which type of shorts best suits your needs.
- Fit and size: The right fit is crucial for comfort. Trousers that are too tight can restrict your freedom of movement and cause uncomfortable pressure points. Pants that are too wide can slip and cause chafing.
- Material and breathability: The material plays a key role in the functionality of cycling shorts. Breathable fabrics ensure that moisture is wicked away quickly and the skin remains dry.
- Seat pad: The seat pad is the heart of every pair of cycling shorts. It should be anatomically shaped and adapted to the female anatomy.
- Seams and workmanship : High-quality seams such as flat seams or welded seams minimize friction and prevent chafing.
In the BIKE24 range you will find a wide selection of high-quality cycling shorts for women from well-known brands such as Vaude, Castelli, Endura, Assos, Maap and GORE. These manufacturers stand for the highest quality and innovative technologies that maximize the comfort and performance of your cycling gear. Discover the variety of shorts and brands in our online shop and find the perfect cycling shorts for your needs. Looking for a solution for fall? Of course long cycling shorts for women are also part of our portfolio.