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    Not a fan of wearing spandex in the saddle? Slip on these Novara Padded bike boxers under any pair of shorts for protection, comfort and modesty.

    • Made from 4-way stretch polyester/spandex mesh that feels dry and comfortable against the skin
    • Gender-specific, precurved chamois conforms to body contours; the channel-designed, low-bulk, open-cell foam provides comfort in the saddle
    • Ultrasoft, breathable chamois resist odors; soft terrycloth face is breathable and moisture wicking
    • Soft elastic waistband and turned self-fabric leg openings provide a comfortable fit
    • Flat-stitched side seams prevent chafing

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    Novara Padded Cycle Boxers - Men's Specs
    Specification
    Description
    Best use
    Cycling
    Polyester / polyester blend
    94% polyester/6%spandex
    Chamois
    Yes
    Yes
    7.25 inches
    Men's
    Fabric type
    Fabric
    Pad type
    Moisture wicking
    Quick drying
    Inseam (in.)
    Gender

    Novara Padded Cycle Boxers - Men's Customer Reviews

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    Novara Padded Cycle Boxers - Men's
     
    3.4

    (based on 16 reviews)

    73%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Comfortable (10)
    • Breathable (9)
    • Good padding (9)
    • Dries quickly (8)
    • Good size/fit (7)

    Cons

    • Poor fit (4)

    Best Uses

    • Commuting (8)
    • Road biking (7)
    • Long rides (6)
    • Mountain biking (4)
      • Waist:
      • Feels too small

         

        Feels true to size

         

        75% 

        (12 reviews)

        Feels too big

         
      • Length:
      • Feels too short

         

        Feels true to length

         

        88% 

        (14 reviews)

        Feels too long

         
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Avid cyclist (10), Casual/ recreational (6)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (12)

    Reviewed by 16 customers

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    (13 of 13 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Good alternative to biking shorts

    By n2y2

    from Reno, NV

    About Me Avid Cyclist

    See all my reviews

    Site Member

    Pros

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

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Commuting
      • Long Rides
      • Warm Weather

      Comments about Novara Padded Cycle Boxers - Men's:

      A great alternative to using bicycling shorts.

      I wear them under my athletic shorts or cold weather tights. The padding dramatically improves ride comfort and I do not experience any thigh/groin chaffing on long rides.

      The waist band feels a bit loose on me, but the boxers did not travel up or down my torso while I rode.

      If you are a cheapskate like me, this is a prime alternative to spending $60+ on biking shorts.

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

      Comment on this review

      (9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Make any shorts/pants for bicycling

      By snyderj

      from Seattle, WA

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      See all my reviews

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      Pros

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

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Commuting
        • Training

        Comments about Novara Padded Cycle Boxers - Men's:

        These padded boxers are a great alternative to pricey biking shorts. They're great for cycling around town or on the bike trainer, and could be worn with most any shorts or running pants (chose something with no, or insignificant, crotch seam for best comfort). The boxers are mesh, so I don't recommend wearing them without a covering :-)

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

        Comment on this review

        (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

         
        3.0

        Functional

        By Tim Doe

        from Wisconsin

        About Me Avid Cyclist

        See all my reviews

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Breathable
        • Dries Quickly
        • Good Fit

        Cons

        • Pad uncomfy off bike

        Best Uses

        • Commuting

        Comments about Novara Padded Cycle Boxers - Men's:

        These boxers do the job on the bike. Fabric is breathable and dries quickly.I use them for commuting with REI Sahara shorts for shell. The pad rides up the middle of my seat off the bike and moves as I walk. I don't think a smaller size would resolve this issue as the fit on my waist in correct. Perhaps the pad just needs to get some use and the issue will resolve itself...

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

        Comment on this review

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        What I needed!

        By tkr2good

        from Yongsan, South Korea

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        See all my reviews

        Pros

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

        Cons

        • Feels weird off bike

        Best Uses

        • Everyday use

        Comments about Novara Padded Cycle Boxers - Men's:

        I have a 2010 Cannondale F7. The seat just hurt my rear no matter how far I would ride. I didn't want the spandex pants because the weather varies where I am at and did not want to spend on long and short ones. So, I bought these liners...yeah....I can wear all my current clothes with these underneath...and Yes, my rear is safe and secure...lol...cheaper than a new saddle and/or biker pants.

        • 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)

         
        4.0

        Nice fit

        By COFYMAN

        from Seaside , CA

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        See all my reviews

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        Pros

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

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Commuting
          • Long Rides
          • Mountain Biking
          • Road Biking

          Comments about Novara Padded Cycle Boxers - Men's:

          I really like these liners for their fit and comfort. I have tried XXL mountainbiking shorts and they are to snug for me. I bought an XL mens and they even have room to spare. I like wearing stylish OP cargo shorts over them. I am so glad REI had the size right for me. You don't even notice them much as you ride. Well worth the money. They wash and dry easily also.

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

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          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          3.0

          Not what i was hoping for

          By zamboni

          from Asheville, NC

          About Me Avid Cyclist

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          Pros

          • Good Padding

          Cons

          • Too Much Padding

          Best Uses

          • Cold Weather
          • Long Rides
          • Mountain Biking

          Comments about Novara Padded Cycle Boxers - Men's:

          Padded underwear make bicycle commuting so much more enjoyable! I was excited about a potential Novara solution because my old undies are wearing out.

          I prefer undies with a minimal light, flexible, soft chamois. Something to handle the moisture and rubbing of my commute, but mostly feel like normal undies when i'm not riding. Unfortunately the pad in these is closer to "normal" bike shorts: It feels like a full diaper if i wear them off-bike. The size, stiffness, and thickness of the pad made them not suitable for my preference.

          My commute is about 12.5 miles with mountain roads and traffic. I usually commute 3 times a week, year round. The undies i use now are modified - they had a gel insert which i pulled out leaving just the terrycloth cover.

          As with all Novara products i've used, i found the size to be too generous: Normally a Medium in everything, i had to go down to Small in these.

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

          Comment on this review

           
          4.0

          The leg openings are murder

          By vap6265

          from Orland Park, IL

          About Me Avid Cyclist

          See all my reviews

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Dries Quickly
          • Good Fit

          Cons

          • Chafes

          Best Uses

          • Commuting
          • Long Rides
          • Warm Weather

          Comments about Novara Padded Cycle Boxers - Men's:

          As alternative go, this is an excellent product for those of us with large glutes and short thighs. My ONLY gripe is that the elastic leg openings are only 1/4", and when worn for a long period of time, they chafe the heck out of my lower thigh like a rope noose. Increase the elastic area to 1/2"-3/4" (like a regular cycling short) and you have the ultimate liner.

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

          Comment on this review

           
          1.0

          Not enough room in front

          By nuhocer

          from boston, ma

          About Me Avid Cyclist

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          Pros

            Cons

            • Poor Fit

            Best Uses

            • Road Biking

            Comments about Novara Padded Cycle Boxers - Men's:

            Not enough room in front, causes [*] to hurt. Other brands worked fine for me.

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

            Comment on this review

             
            5.0

            Buns alive!!

            By fifedawg

            from Yreka, CA

            About Me Casual/ Recreational

            See all my reviews

            Pros

            • Breathable
            • Good Fit
            • Good Padding
            • Very comfortable
            • Warm

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Long Rides
              • Road Biking

              Comments about Novara Padded Cycle Boxers - Men's:

              Could ride my motorcycle for much longer before my butt would feel sore. Actually never got tired in the rear end at all. Great product!!

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

              Comment on this review

               
              4.0

              Good value option

              By Blackwalnut

              from Ellensburg, WA

              About Me Avid Cyclist

              See all my reviews

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Dries Quickly
              • Good Padding

              Cons

              • Too tight in legs

              Best Uses

              • Commuting
              • Long Rides
              • Road Biking

              Comments about Novara Padded Cycle Boxers - Men's:

              Purchased based on price when compared to most shorts. Others have commented on the chamois being thick and slightly uncomfortable while out of the saddle which is a real mixed blessing. In the saddle the extra cushion is welcome. I've used these boxers for rides up to an hour and half long with great comfort. My only complaint is that the legs are a bit too snug.

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

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