I recently relented and purchased some new shorts for when I’m out on my mountain bike. After reading the reviews I plumped for the Endura Single Track Baggies and have to say they are incredibly well made and versatile shorts. My only doubt about these being for fashion or function comes from the fact that unless you want a numb behind you ultimately have to put these on over your regular lycra cycle shorts, in effect doubling the pairs of shorts you are wearing.
I understand the value the mountain bike baggy shorts add in the sense of water resistance, protection against brambles and other spiky vegetation. But I have to say the most benefit to me is the fact that I’ll be able to stop at a pub or interact with normal society without looking like I’ve descended from another planet. So is the trend towards baggy shorts formally for fashion or function, I’d love to hear your thoughts?
