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    Novara Bonita Double Bike Shorts - Women's

    • $47.93 - $51.99
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    These women's Novara Bonita double-layer mountain bike shorts withstand trail abuse, and their stretch-mesh liner and built-in chamois ensure comfort.

    • Sturdy, 2-way stretch outer shorts move with you while enduring heavy use and resisting abrasion; wicking finish disperses moisture for fast drying
    • Moisture-wicking polyester stretch-mesh liner shorts allow ample ventilation and have a women-specific, Novara Mountain chamois that conforms to body contours
    • Chamois features a top layer of breathable foam, a middle layer of springy air-mesh and a bottom layer of thin, resilient foam to enhance comfort in the saddle
    • Microfiber cover wicks moisture away
    • Silicone grippers keep liner shorts' hems in place
    • Twin hand pockets and 2 concealed zippered thigh pockets provide storage options; zippered thigh pockets double as vents when left open/unzipped
    • Snap-closure waistband has a zipper fly; 2 rear rip-and-stick webbing tabs let you dial in the fit
    • With a UPF 50+ rating, fabric provides excellent protection against harmful ultraviolet rays

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    Novara Bonita Double Bike Shorts - Women's Specs
    Specification
    Description
    Best use
    Mountain biking
    Double short
    Nylon / nylon blend
    95% nylon/5% spandex
    92% polyester/8% spandex
    Yes
    Chamois
    Yes
    No
    No
    8 inches
    Women's
    Bike short style
    Fabric type
    Fabric
    Liner fabric
    Sun-protective fabric
    Pad type
    Moisture wicking
    Quick drying
    Reflectivity
    Inseam (in.)
    Gender

    Novara Bonita Double Bike Shorts - Women's Customer Reviews

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    Novara Bonita Double Bike Shorts - Women's
     
    4.8

    (based on 11 reviews)

    100%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Comfortable (11)
    • Good padding (10)
    • Good size/fit (10)
    • Breathable (8)
    • Dries quickly (6)

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Mountain biking (9)
      • Road biking (7)
      • Warm weather (7)
      • Long rides (6)
      • Commuting (4)
        • Waist:
        • Feels too small

           

          Feels true to size

           

          91% 

          (10 reviews)

          Feels too big

           
        • Length:
        • Feels too short

           

          Feels true to length

           

          100% 

          (11 reviews)

          Feels too long

           
        • Reviewer Profile:
        • Avid cyclist (7), Casual/ recreational (4)
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No (11)

      Reviewed by 11 customers

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      4.0

      why did I wait so long to buy these?!

      By telemom

      from evergreen, co

      About Me Avid Cyclist

      See all my reviews

      Verified Buyer
      Site Member

      Pros

      • Breathable
      • Comfortable
      • Dries Quickly
      • Good Fit
      • Good Padding
      • Good Pockets

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Mountain Biking
        • Road Biking
        • Warm Weather
        • Wet Weather

        Comments about Novara Bonita Double Bike Shorts - Women's:

        This is my first pair of non-lycra bike shorts and can't believe I waited so long! They are comfortable and so much more flattering than the lycra for wearing around town. I like the snap pocket for my cell phone or a key, the length is perfect, have ridden them in rain and the water literally runs off rather than soaking in so I can stay warm & dry.

        • Waist:
        • Feels true to size
        • Length:
        • Feels true to length
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Comment on this review

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Great shorts!

        By CookiePB

        from Minneapolis, MN

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        See all my reviews

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Good Padding

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Long Rides
          • Road Biking

          Comments about Novara Bonita Double Bike Shorts - Women's:

          I use these shorts for rides up to 15 miles. Prior to these shorts I was really feeling my seat. I love them and may even have to get them in Brown. Very comfortable and makes my rides much more comfortable!

          • Waist:
          • Feels true to size
          • Length:
          • Feels true to length
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          Comment on this review

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Great Shorts!

          By CindyW

          from Southern Oregon

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

          See all my reviews

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Breathable
          • Comfortable
          • Dries Quickly
          • Durable
          • Good Fit
          • Good Padding
          • Good Pockets

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Mountain Biking
            • Road Biking
            • Warm Weather

            Comments about Novara Bonita Double Bike Shorts - Women's:

            Wasen't sure I was going to like these shorts. They seemed kind of bulky but used them for a couple 3 hr bike rides and they were GREAT!

            • Waist:
            • Feels true to size
            • Length:
            • Feels true to length
            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

            Comment on this review

            (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

             
            4.0

            Very comfortable

            By KLA the cyclist

            from Kimberley BC

            About Me Avid Cyclist

            See all my reviews

            Pros

            • Breathable
            • Comfortable
            • Dries Quickly
            • Durable
            • Good Fit
            • Good Padding
            • Zippered pocket

            Cons

            • Inadequate Pockets
            • Waist a little big

            Best Uses

            • Long Rides
            • Mountain Biking
            • Road Biking

            Comments about Novara Bonita Double Bike Shorts - Women's:

            I am 63 years old and do not care for the traditional tight biking shorts but love my new Novara Bonita Double Bike Shorts. They have great padding, they are very stretchy, great for long bike rides (40 plus K)and wash well. They are a little big around the waist but do have tabs that adjust. I would also have liked deeper front pockets

            • Waist:
            • Feels too big
            • Length:
            • Feels true to length
            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

            Comment on this review

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            LOVE LOVE LOVE these shorts

            By mtnbkrjen

            from Rancho Cucamonga, CA

            About Me Avid Cyclist

            See all my reviews

            Pros

            • Breathable
            • Comfortable
            • Dries Quickly
            • Durable
            • Good Fit
            • Good Padding
            • Good Pockets

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Long Rides
              • Mountain Biking
              • Warm Weather
              • Wet Weather

              Comments about Novara Bonita Double Bike Shorts - Women's:

              I LOVE these shorts! I wish they made them with other outer shell colors! I now have TWO pairs.

              The ONLY thing that would make them better, as another reviewer said, is to have a snap in liner instead of the permanent loops.

              The chamois is very comfy, the outer shell is really stretchy so they don't get tight (like the Mia Gel shorts) when you are bent over the bars.

              • Waist:
              • Feels true to size
              • Length:
              • Feels true to length
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              Comment on this review

              (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Great shorts!

              By 29er girl

              from North Carolina

              About Me Avid Cyclist

              See all my reviews

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Good Fit
              • Good Padding

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Mountain Biking

                Comments about Novara Bonita Double Bike Shorts - Women's:

                These are the most comfortable shorts I've owned. Padding is good. They don't ride up or pinch. I will definitely get another pair.

                • Waist:
                • Feels true to size
                • Length:
                • Feels true to length
                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

                Comment on this review

                (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                Great shorts!

                By guitarchick

                from Houston, TX

                About Me Avid Cyclist

                See all my reviews

                Pros

                • Breathable
                • Comfortable
                • Dries Quickly
                • Good Fit

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Commuting
                  • Mountain Biking
                  • Road Biking
                  • Warm Weather

                  Comments about Novara Bonita Double Bike Shorts - Women's:

                  Love these shorts - great fit, ridiculously comfy - they've passed the 50 mile test. Pretty decent chamois in the under shorts, which can be easily separated from the outer shorts by snipping the little ribbons. I think this is the intention of the manufacturer. Sometimes I use the padded under shorts with a skirt for casual rides. Use the outer shorts without the liner for other activities (kayak, canoe - they dry fast!) Nice zippered pockets on the legs.

                  • Waist:
                  • Feels true to size
                  • Length:
                  • Feels true to length
                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

                  Comment on this review

                  (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  5.0

                  Great bike short

                  By Cheryl0865

                  from Bakersfield, CA

                  About Me Avid Cyclist

                  See all my reviews

                  Pros

                  • Breathable
                  • Comfortable
                  • Good Fit
                  • Good Padding

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Mountain Biking

                    Comments about Novara Bonita Double Bike Shorts - Women's:

                    I mountain bike several times a week and these are the most comfortable bike shorts I have found. I plan on buying another pair.

                    • Waist:
                    • Feels true to size
                    • Length:
                    • Feels true to length
                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No

                    Comment on this review

                    (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

                     
                    5.0

                    THE BEST

                    By pueo

                    from Hawaii

                    About Me Casual/ Recreational

                    See all my reviews

                    Site Member

                    Pros

                    • Comfortable
                    • Good Fit
                    • Good Padding
                    • Good Pockets

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Commuting
                      • Long Rides
                      • Mountain Biking
                      • Warm Weather

                      Comments about Novara Bonita Double Bike Shorts - Women's:

                      ALMOST perfect! By far the best non-spandex bike shorts I've found. Great fit and comfort. Padding is very effective but not bulky. The liner is permanently attached to the shorts at the waist with three small ribbons. I cut them to make washing easier, but why not attach the liner with snaps? [...]

                      • Waist:
                      • Feels true to size
                      • Length:
                      • Feels true to length
                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • No

                      Comment on this review

                      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                       
                      5.0

                      Excellent Fit and Comfortable

                      By Gabriella

                      from San Diego, CA

                      About Me Casual/ Recreational

                      See all my reviews

                      Pros

                      • Breathable
                      • Comfortable
                      • Dries Quickly
                      • Durable
                      • Good Fit
                      • Good Padding
                      • Good Pockets

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Commuting
                        • Long Rides
                        • Mountain Biking
                        • Road Biking
                        • Warm Weather
                        • Wet Weather

                        Comments about Novara Bonita Double Bike Shorts - Women's:

                        I chose these shorts after trying many different styles. They are comfortable and flattering. The tabs to adjust the waist are a great feature in the construction of this short. I would definitely purchase again.

                        • Waist:
                        • Feels true to size
                        • Length:
                        • Feels true to length
                        • Was this a gift?:
                        • No

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