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Novara Mezzo Bike Shorts - Women's

Item # 778707

$54.50

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For weekend and century rides, the ecoSensitive™ Novara Mezzo 8-panel bike shorts for women have a gel chamois for comfort, delivering optimal performance for long hours in the saddle.

  • 4-way stretch fabric and 8-panel construction provide support for hard-working muscles; moisture-wicking, quick-drying finish increases comfort
  • Shorts contain 88% recycled polyester content and provide excellent pilling and snagging resistance
  • Novara Gelspot chamois features a microfiber covering that wicks moisture away; ergonomic shaping and smooth, sonic-welded seams reduce friction
  • Women-specific, ergonomically-shaped gel chamois conforms to body contours; high-density foam helps provide comfort on the bike
  • Gel pad system dissipates shock and reduces skin irritation by forming a fluid barrier between the hard saddle shell and the cyclist
  • Ultrasoft, breathable chamois is fully elasticized for added flex and stretch
  • A wide waistband for non-binding support and flexibility
  • Flatseam construction is soft and non-chafing next to skin
  • Silicone gripper elastic at hems keeps shorts from riding up
  • Mesh back panel ventilates and allows moisture vapor to escape quickly
  • With a UPF 50+ rating, fabric provides excellent protection against harmful ultraviolet rays

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Item 778707

Novara Mezzo Bike Shorts - Women's Specs

Specification

Description

Fabric88% recycled polyester/12% spandex
Pad typeGel chamois
Construction8-panel
Inseam7 inches
GenderWomen's

Novara Mezzo Bike Shorts - Women's Customer Reviews

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Novara Mezzo Bike Shorts - Women's
 
4.3

(based on 3 reviews)

67%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Breathable (3)
  • Good padding (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

      Reviewed by 3 customers

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      May

      21

      2009

      (10 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Dream of a Chamois

      By Mooshy

      from Anchorage, Alaska

      About Me Avid Cyclist

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Breathable
      • Chamois not overly bulky
      • Comfortable
      • Dries Quickly
      • Gel padding a dream
      • Good Padding
      • Great Fit
      • Silicone leg grippers

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Cold Weather w overpant
        • Long Rides
        • Road Biking
        • Road Racing
        • Spinning Class
        • Warm Weather

        Comments about Novara Mezzo Bike Shorts - Women's:

        Open cell foam with gel is outstanding comfort. Not the excess "bulky feel" you get with other highly padded shorts. Nice 2 inches of mesh below waist band along back to shed moisture. Fabric is silky smooth, not scratchy. Leg grippers hold, but don't grab your skin. I tested the shorts out on a 70 mile ride in hot Texas sun and under overpants in Alaska in 10 degrees and they passed with flying colors. Best cycling short I have ever worn and I've tried almost all the brands. I've bought two more pairs and just ordered the capris to see if they're as good.

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

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (10 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

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        Jun

        16

        2009

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        The best shorts ever

        By RAGBRAI Barb

        from Tiburon, CA

        About Me Avid Cyclist

        Site Member

        Pros

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

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Long Rides
          • Road Biking

          Comments about Novara Mezzo Bike Shorts - Women's:

          I ride a lot and these are the most comfortable shorts. The wide waistband sits on your waist, not below your waist. I will buy more this style!

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

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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          Jul

          19

          2009

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          3.0

          Waistband Issues

          By clmbrgrl

          from Illinois

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Breathable
          • Good Padding

          Cons

            Best Uses

              Comments about Novara Mezzo Bike Shorts - Women's:

              I love everything about these shorts except the waistband. Mine keeps turning inside the short and causes discomfort during the ride. These were not comfortable to wear during commute to and from bike trails.

              However, the padding is excellent and the material feels great between myself and the saddle.

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

              Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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