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Pearl Izumi Divide shorts


Us Brits tend to prefer our bike shorts long, while our US counterparts seem to like them, well, short. So when we make the comment that these shorts from Colorado-based Pearl Izumi are a bit American you’ll hopefully understand.

They don’t measure up especially short but they do ride that way, and that’s emphasized by the cut, which is straight and boxy. The result is that they’re roomy on the body but feel narrow in the (tapered) legs and ride high with each pedal stroke. The look is definitely more cross-country than enduro, and that’s complemented by the lighter weight fabric, which is great on warmer days. The waist can be adjusted internally and a detachable liner is included. But for us the square cut and skimpy leg length when riding are deal breakers.

Liner: Yes

Price 120$
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