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Novara Padded Bike Boxers - Men's

Item # 763566

$26.50

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These padded boxers let you turn any pair of shorts into bike shorts.

  • Made from two-way stretch polyester knit mesh that feels dry and comfortable against the skin
  • Gender-specific, pre-curved chamois conforms to body contours; the channel-designed, high-density open-cell foam provides comfort in the saddle
  • Ultrasoft, breathable chamois resists odors and provides bacterial control for freshness
  • Soft elastic waistband and turned self-fabric leg openings provide a comfortable fit
  • Flat-stitched side seams prevent chafing

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Item 763566

Novara Padded Bike Boxers - Men's Specs

Specification

Description

FabricPolyester
Inseam8 inches
Pad typeChamois
GenderMen's

Novara Padded Bike Boxers - Men's Customer Reviews

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Novara Padded Bike Boxers - Men's
 
3.8

(based on 12 reviews)

67%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Good padding (9)
  • Breathable (6)
  • Dries quickly (4)
  • Comfortable (3)
  • Great fit (3)

Cons

  • Irregular fit (4)

Best Uses

  • Commuting (4)
  • Cold weather (3)
  • Long rides (3)
  • Road biking (3)
  • Warm weather (3)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Avid cyclist (8), Casual adventurer (4)

Reviewed by 12 customers

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(9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

My butt has breathed a sigh of relief

By nixternal

from Chicago, IL

About Me Avid Cyclist

Site Member

Pros

  • Breathable
  • Dries Quickly
  • Durable
  • Good Padding

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Cold Weather
    • Commuting
    • Road Racing
    • Warm Weather

    Comments about Novara Padded Bike Boxers - Men's:

    Without any type of padding on my road bike, my butt would be in pain after 5 miles, to the point of riding out of the saddle. I picked up a few pair of these and now I can easily ride 100+ miles without any discomfort at all, and I don't have to wear bicycle shorts when running errands anymore. One recommendation I have though that doesn't relate to these shorts, but for the shorts you wear above them, don't wear shorts that go below your knees, otherwise you will chafe like no tomorrow just below your knees.

    • Waist:
    • Feels true to size
    • Length:
    • Feels true to length

    (6 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Great 4 The Money

    By Salinas Bike Man

    from Salinas,Ca.

    About Me Avid Cyclist

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Breathable
    • Dries Quickly
    • Good Padding

    Cons

    • Larger than size
    • Size Chart Wrong

    Best Uses

    • Any type of weather
    • Cold Weather
    • Commuting
    • Mountain Biking
    • Warm Weather

    Comments about Novara Padded Bike Boxers - Men's:

    I love these I can ware any type of pants/shorts and know I will be comfortable! in any type of weather!

    • Length:
    • Feels true to length

    (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Wonderful.

    By Champions R6

    from Menlo Park, CA

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    Pros

    • Breathable
    • Good Padding
    • Great Fit

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Long Rides
      • Motorcycling

      Comments about Novara Padded Bike Boxers - Men's:

      I decided to try these because of the 3 previous good reviews -- now I'll be the fourth. If you are a motorcyclist and looking for padding in the right spot, get these. Your jewels will thank you during and after your ride. And the price is right. If I could rate them any higher I would. Care: Cold water, delicate cycle, tumble dry low. I might hang to dry.

      • Gift:
      • No
      • Waist:
      • Feels true to size
      • Length:
      • Feels true to length

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      2.0

      Tight and uncomfortable

      By DrawDraw

      from St. Louis

      About Me Avid Cyclist

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Good Padding

      Cons

      • Irregular Fit

      Best Uses

      • Road Biking

      Comments about Novara Padded Bike Boxers - Men's:

      Too tight. I show butt cleavage when I wear this, and I'm not proud of that!

      • Gift:
      • No
      • Waist:
      • Feels too small
      • Length:
      • Feels true to length

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      3.0

      Legs too tight

      By Linnwood

      from Madison, WI

      About Me Avid Cyclist

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Breathable
      • Good Padding

      Cons

      • Irregular Fit

      Best Uses

      • Commuting

      Comments about Novara Padded Bike Boxers - Men's:

      After reading the reviews I was very excited to find a pair of liner shorts for about $25 that sounded not only decent, but good. Unfortunately, my review is not a glowing, though my guess is that people who liked the shorts are shaped differently than I am. I had a hard time fitting my legs into the shorts. I bought a medium, and have a size 30 waist. To get the shorts on I had to pull and yank and try to stretch the leg openings - they do not stretch like a Pearl Izumi short would (the waist also seemed a bit large on me). So, if you have skinny legs, they might be great. For the rest of us, I think a more elastic short is a better option. Too bad, they were very attractively priced and appear to be of good quality. I would still recommend the shorts to a friend if the individual had a lanky build, or thin legs.

      • Gift:
      • No
      • Waist:
      • Feels too big
      • Length:
      • Feels true to length

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Love these!

      By Sierracanon

      from Sacramento, CA

      About Me Avid Cyclist

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Breathable
      • Comfortable
      • Good Padding
      • Great Fit

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Cold Weather
        • Road Biking
        • Road Racing
        • Triathlons

        Comments about Novara Padded Bike Boxers - Men's:

        I love these... wear them commuting to work under khakis... we're them under shorts for recreation. Nice firm fit, great chamois (better than most), and a great value.

        • Gift:
        • No
        • Waist:
        • Feels true to size
        • Length:
        • Feels true to length

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Comfy riding

        By Brett D

        from Boston, MA

        About Me Avid Cyclist

        Pros

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

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Long Rides
          • Mountain Biking
          • Road Biking

          Comments about Novara Padded Bike Boxers - Men's:

          As my riding evolved from once-a-month casual mtn biking to daily road + mtn biking, these shorts have gone from just being handy to being a virtual requirement for me. I could see where guys with extra-large upper legs would find these overly tight, but for me the fit is almost perfect - just enough grip to keep everything in place, and the padding is a blessing for both long road rides and bumpy/root-infested singletrack. I also like the flexibility of boxers - I've worn these with shorts, pants, and even with thermals for snow-biking.

          • Waist:
          • Feels true to size
          • Length:
          • Feels true to length

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          2.0

          Not the best

          By Reviewer_Nickname

          from Asheville, NC

          About Me Avid Cyclist

          Pros

            Cons

              Best Uses

                Comments about Novara Padded Bike Boxers - Men's:

                I normally fit a medium and had to buy a large because of how tight the legs are and how non-stretch the fabric is. I keep wearing them, trying to give them a second chance but they're just plain uncomfortable. I'm going to return them for the Pearl Izumi Elite Versa Liner Short, which MSRPs at[$]

                • Gift:
                • No
                • Waist:
                • Feels too big
                • Length:
                • Feels true to length

                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                4.0

                Great for casual cycling

                By Orv

                from Kent, WA

                About Me Casual/ Recreational

                Site Member

                Pros

                • Comfortable
                • Good Padding

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Long Rides

                  Comments about Novara Padded Bike Boxers - Men's:

                  These shorts made me like my bike a lot more. Until I got them, I'd always limited myself to short rides because I would get saddle sore. Recommended for anyone who needs a bit more padding but feels normal cycling shorts are too revealing (or too expensive).

                  You won't want to wear these much off your bike; while the padding is comfortable and well positioned in a riding posture, it does feel awkward while standing or walking. My only real complaint is the elastic at the leg openings seems a little tight, but it does do the job of keeping them from riding up.

                  • Waist:
                  • Feels true to size
                  • Length:
                  • Feels true to length

                  (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  5.0

                  Comfortable and Convenient

                  By thesdcycylist

                  from San Diego, CA

                  About Me Casual/ Recreational

                  Site Member

                  Pros

                  • Dries Quickly
                  • Good Padding

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Commuting
                    • Warm Weather

                    Comments about Novara Padded Bike Boxers - Men's:

                    This product is excellent. I was shopping all over for something affordable for my quick rides instead of shelling out a lot of money on expensive bicycle shorts. These boxers are convenient since you can wear them under your gym shorts. They fit well and would recommend them to any one.

                    • Waist:
                    • Feels true to size

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