Colorado designer Ashley Rankin debuted Shredly in January 2012, and hershorts have been a savior for female riders ever since. The funky patterns are a refreshing splash of color in a world of drab options and the fit and style are spot-on. I’ve tested the short and long versions, and prefer the cut with an added 3 inches to the inseam. If you wear kneepads, you’ll want the longer length too, which falls just below the knees.
This year, Rankin changed the waisttightening system from Velcro
adjusters to an elastic band sewn into the waist with eight button slots on
either side that adjust the fit. I prefer this version because I find that
Velcro tends to come undone as I’m moving around on the bike (or maybe I should
stop eating so many burritos). Other touches include the Velcro closure with
two snaps, two thigh vents and a nice, deep pocket on the right leg. One
downside is they’re a bit spendy for a shell only–Rankin sells a comfortable
chamois separately for $45–but part of that price is due to Shredly’s commitment
to U.S. labor; all shorts are sewn in San Diego.
Price 100$