Cycling shorts and cycling shorts with a diaper: how to choose and wear?

A bicycle is a versatile vehicle suitable for people of any age and social status. It is used for city driving, commuting, and longer trips. With frequent use of the bike, discomfort may appear in the form of rubbing with the seat, which can only be removed with specialized cycling shorts or cycling shorts with a diaper.

Cycling brings a lot of positive emotions, both for adults and children, for some it helps to lose excess weight, make the body more prominent, while others ride with pleasure on their own or with a company and have fun. Depending on the frequency of use of this vehicle and the duration of travel, you need to choose the right clothes. From riding in short shorts, you will soon feel a burning sensation on the inner thigh from frequent contact with the seat. Clothes that are too hot or poorly ventilated will also be the wrong choice, especially when it comes to long journeys.

The problem of choosing the right clothes has arisen for a long time, because the manufacturers of sports equipment turned their attention to this topic, having come up with special cycling shorts that would make it possible to minimize discomfort during the trip. For the new product, a special stretch material was selected that allows you to make shorts and panties tight-fitting: nylon, lycra, polyester, spandex.

The diaper itself consists of three layers:

• antibacterial fabric;
• moisture-wicking material;
• absorbent layer.

Cycling shorts come in several varieties:

• products used as underwear (made of hygroscopic material);
• a sports variety that has a richer color range and cut features;
• cycling shorts with a diaper - they are not considered aerodynamic, but they are distinguished by high practical qualities.

Cycling shorts differ from cycling shorts in length. Since the first option is shorter, it is usually worn under clothes, which is convenient for commuting or work, and the second is used for cycling, and it is not necessary to hide them under other things. The design of cycling shorts is usually more original and interesting, while cycling shorts are usually plain.

When making a choice between simple things and specialized goods, you should opt for the latter. Padded cycling shorts have the following benefits:

• thermoregulation;
• maintenance of blood flow due to the absence of soft tissue numbness;
• the presence of bacteriostatic properties;
• muscle support;
• an increase in the speed qualities of the rider;
• preventing chafing between the legs;
• the role of the shock absorber.

Like any other product, bicycle clothing has its drawbacks, including:

• high elasticity of clothing allows you to tightly fit the body, but not everyone likes it, especially overweight people;
• difficulty with the selection of the ideal option for a specific person;
• cost of products.

Since cycling is a passion for both boys and girls, manufacturers are faced with the need to provide workwear for both sexes. Men's and women's cycling shorts and diaper shorts differ in the following parameters.

• Fitted. The female version is made shorter in length, and the cut is distinguished by its elegance. Men's products are characterized by longer cycle shorts.
• The lineup.

Due to the structural features of men and women, cycling clothing has the following differences:

• women's panties and bicycle shorts are sewn more fitted than men's;
• the front crotch is shorter for women than for men;
• inserts in cycling clothing can be located in different places;
• the female version is usually shorter, and the male version most often covers the quadriceps.

Specialized cycling clothing has its own characteristics in care, and in order to use it only bring pleasant sensations, you need to know about them. When creating cycling shorts and cycling shorts, the manufacturers sought to ensure that nothing interfered with the cyclist on the way, therefore these clothes are worn directly on the body, without putting anything under it, otherwise the desired effect will not be felt. Since the shorts and underpants will be damp with sweat after each ride, they must be washed.

Cycle uniforms can be washed by hand or by machine; the tags usually have detailed care instructions. An important feature when washing in a washing machine is the absence of things that can damage the material of shorts or shorts, which will lead to the appearance of holes.

To purchase comfortable cycling shorts or briefs, it is recommended to pay attention to the following nuances.

• Correspondence of the model to the peculiarities of the figure of a particular person. A not always well-known company guarantees a comfortable fit and an attractive appearance, therefore it is worth trying several branded items.
• Choosing between cheap shorts of dubious quality and high-quality expensive thing, you should give preference to the latter, especially if you have to ride often.
• The seams on the clothes should be soft, they should not press and interfere.
• The bottom of the pant leg usually has a latex strip, which can be irritating, especially in hot weather, so you should pay attention to products with dotted stripes.
• For long trips, it is best to choose shorts with straps that will not put pressure on your stomach and will not slip during the ride.
• When choosing panties or shorts for a bicycle, you need to try them on, bend your knee at a right angle - if the elastic on the belt does not move, then this product will be the most successful.

Lovers of quality and branded items should pay attention to the products of the following brands.

• Saibike - are distinguished by a wide cuff at the bottom, ergonomic shape. Pampers have no extra seams, foam inside, silicone strips on top.
• Pearl izumi liner - cycling shorts that fit under clothes. The length of the product from the belt is 36 cm.
• Radical Racer Pro - a special feature is an anatomical foam diaper with antibacterial properties, which has a memory effect that persists even after frequent washings.

When choosing shorts or panties, it is worth paying special attention to the diaper, it can be either gel-filled, which will provide a softer and more comfortable ride, or the classic three-layer version. Length, width and shape may vary, there are products with and without protrusions, wide and narrow, long and short diapers. The choice of a specific option can be made only by testing it on yourself, preferably by making a short test drive for this.

You should not only evaluate the appearance of cycling clothing, first of all, it should be comfortable and practical, and only then beautiful.

For an overview of cycling shorts with a diaper, see the next video.