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TSG Forcel shorts


THAT INSEAM MEASUREMENT is an indicator of what’s to come on these shorts – they’re VERY short indeed, and while the legs look brief off the bike, they ride up even further when you pedal.

It’s not so much the thigh flash that we mind, more that they simply aren’t as comfortable as longer shorts. It’s a shame because there are some well thought out details, such as the gripper on the waistband that helps keep it secure and the super-stretchy back yoke that gives excellent fit and flex through the seat. We love the long zip-pulls too, though the leg pocket is set at an angle that sets you up to lose the contents if you forget to do it up when riding. There’s so much that makes these shorts nearly right, but ultimately they’re just not as comfy as others at the same price.

PRICE 88$


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