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O’Neal Element FR shorts


The Element FRs are heavyweight shorts with a durable and protective feel. In fact, they’re so firm that they almost stand up on their own!

In common with many robust styles aimed primarily at downhill racers they feature a Y-shaped stretch section across the front thigh and down the inside leg, which makes it feel less like you’re fighting the shorts with every pedal stroke. The cut is slightly off-balance though – even when you’re standing up the front waist feels too high compared to the back and you’re aware of that on the bike. The ratchet closure makes it easy to cinch the waist up nice and snug, and overall we liked the heavier feel of the O’Neal shorts. But for the money we’d expect more refinement in terms of both features and construction.

Liner: No

Price 105$
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