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Pearl Izumi Attack Bike Shorts - Women\'s

Pearl Izumi Attack Bike Shorts - Women's

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A perennial favorite of the weekend warrior, the women's Pearl Izumi Attack bike shorts provide function and durability with features usually only found in high-end shorts.

  • Blending nylon and spandex, SELECT Transfer fabric combines excellent stretch with cool comfort, using quick-drying hydrophobic yarns
  • Anatomic 8-panel design eliminates the inseam and potential pressure points
  • Seamless 3D Race women's-specific chamois features 13mm of variable densities of contoured padding to preclude friction points and protect key areas
  • Pressure Relief Technology gender-specific chamois reduces pressure points via differentiated levels of padding; chamois also wicks moisture off skin
  • Chamois features natural silver antimicrobial fibers that help control odors while providing thermal regulation
  • Fusion technology bonds the dual-density padding to eliminate seams and thereby increase comfort
  • Silicone grippers at leg hems hold the shorts in position
  • Fabric provides UPF 50+ sun protection, shielding skin from harmful ultraviolet rays

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Pearl Izumi Attack Bike Shorts - Women's Specs
Specification
Description
Best use
Road cycling
Nylon / nylon blend
88% nylon/12% spandex
Yes
Chamois
8-panel
6.5 inches
Yes
Yes
Yes
Form-fitting
Women's
Fabric type
Fabric
Sun-protective fabric
Pad type
Panel construction
Inseam (in.)
Moisture wicking
Quick drying
Reflectivity
Bike short style
Gender

Pearl Izumi Attack Bike Shorts - Women's Customer Reviews

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Pearl Izumi Attack Bike Shorts - Women's
 
4.5

(based on 11 reviews)

91%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (11)
  • Good padding (10)
  • Good size/fit (10)
  • Durable (6)
  • Breathable (5)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Road biking (10)
    • Long rides (9)
    • Commuting (5)
    • Warm weather (4)
    • Mountain biking (3)
      • Waist:
      • Feels too small

         

        Feels true to size

         

        100% 

        (10 reviews)

        Feels too big

         
      • Length:
      • Feels too short

         

        Feels true to length

         

        100% 

        (10 reviews)

        Feels too long

         
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Avid cyclist (7), Casual/ recreational (4)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (9)

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    Reviewed by 11 customers

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    (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Best Bike Shorts

    By AKPeach

    from Anchorage, AK

    About Me Avid Cyclist

    See all my reviews

    Site Member

    Pros

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

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Commuting
      • Long Rides
      • Mountain Biking
      • Road Biking

      Comments about Pearl Izumi Attack Bike Shorts - Women's:

      I own several pair of bike shorts including another Pearl Select with thicker padding. These shorts are by far my favorite. I have been wearing these for three summers so far and they have held up extremely well. The padding is just right, not thick & bulky, and not too thin, very comfortable. I have never had any issues with soreness or chafing. Of all my bike shorts, I prefer this length to the others that are longer as it doesn't create strange looking bulges on the leg like my others do. I have large legs and the leg opening is comfortable. I feel these have a nicer look than the longer bike shorts. Also, when it is cooler outside (about 35-40 degrees) I wear these under athletic pants with tapered legs instead of buying long bike pants.

      I have worn these on very long bike rides (80 miles),shorter rides and everything in-between. They are my bike short of choice....so much so that I bought another pair this summer. The padding isn't exactly the same as two years ago, but still the same great product. They hold up well in the washer, I don't put them in the dryer. I can't say anything negative about these bike shorts.

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

      (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Great fit!

      By Teach

      from Columbia, MD

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      See all my reviews

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Durable
      • Good Fit
      • Good Padding
      • Look great

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Commuting
        • Long Rides
        • Road Biking

        Comments about Pearl Izumi Attack Bike Shorts - Women's:

        The picture doesn't do these justice. They look much better once you see them on. I originally ordered the Sugar Shorts, but ended up with these. They look longer in the picture than they actually are, but are still long enough that you don't get bulges! The seams are flattering and the band on the legs is just right...not too tight. (I am super picky and these work for me!)

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

        (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Love these shorts!

        By melissab

        from Mount Vernon, WA

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        See all my reviews

        Site Member

        Pros

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

        Cons

          Best Uses

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

          Comments about Pearl Izumi Attack Bike Shorts - Women's:

          I wear these to spin class and on my outdoor rides. Not sure how they do in cold weather as I admit I'm a warm weather cycler. Padding is great with chamois butter for longer rides. They are very comfortable, fit great. I love these shorts and have several pair.

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

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Comfy Shorts

          By Newbie Biker

          from Seattle, WA

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

          See all my reviews

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Good Fit
          • Good Padding
          • Warm

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Long Rides
            • Road Biking

            Comments about Pearl Izumi Attack Bike Shorts - Women's:

            I am a new biker so these are my first pair of shorts. I tried on several styles at the store and found that these were the most comfortable and form fitting. I am 5'7" size 4 and bought a size M.
            I don't have too much to comment about since I'm new to biking but all I can saw is 15 min of riding without them my butt was sore for 2 days, but with these shorts I can go on a 3 hr ride without any "saddle" pain. They were more expensive than I wanted to spend, but I'm glad I did.

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

            (1 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

             
            1.0

            Avoid for anything over 15 miles

            By erratic byclist

            from Denton, Texas

            About Me Avid Cyclist

            See all my reviews

            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Good Fit

            Cons

            • Chafes

            Best Uses

              Comments about Pearl Izumi Attack Bike Shorts - Women's:

              If these are the shorts with the blue padding inside, I strongly recommend reconsidering these. I have done long rides with other PI shorts and never had chaffing issues. These caused chaffing (even after using cream...twice) less than 15 miles into a 36mi ride.

              • Waist:
              • Feels true to size
              • Length:
              • Feels true to length
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No
               
              5.0

              mountain biking excellence

              By rmsnell

              from Colorado Springs, CO

              About Me Avid Cyclist

              See all my reviews

              Pros

              • Breathable
              • Comfortable
              • Durable
              • Good Padding

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Mountain Biking
                • Road Biking

                Comments about Pearl Izumi Attack Bike Shorts - Women's:

                This is my first pair of cycling shorts. I'm 5'5", 130 lbs and I find that they're the right length and they don't ride up your legs or squeeze at the opening. Also very durable - I crashed and the shorts were completely unscathed but my skin underneath was not! I'd highly recommend them.

                • Was this a gift?:
                • No
                 
                5.0

                Great short!

                By meowmaker

                from Salt Lake City, UT

                About Me Avid Cyclist

                See all my reviews

                Site Member

                Pros

                • Comfortable
                • Durable
                • Good Fit
                • Good Padding

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Commuting
                  • Long Rides
                  • Road Biking
                  • Warm Weather

                  Comments about Pearl Izumi Attack Bike Shorts - Women's:

                  Love these shorts. I started with the Elite and returned them for these. I've biked 20-100 miles at a time without discomfort. These shorts are on the short side and they look as great as they perform. Wished I'd bought two!

                  • Waist:
                  • Feels true to size
                  • Length:
                  • Feels true to length
                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No
                   
                  4.0

                  Love 'em!

                  By kmac021970

                  from Wichita KS

                  About Me Avid Cyclist

                  See all my reviews

                  Pros

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

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Long Rides
                    • Road Biking

                    Comments about Pearl Izumi Attack Bike Shorts - Women's:

                    As soon as I put these shorts on I knew they would be great. They are so comfortable and non binding. The leg openings are great--I'm a big girl and it doesn't look like I have a third thigh with them The waist doesn't roll which is great. Highly recommend these shorts for long or short rides.

                    • Waist:
                    • Feels true to size
                    • Length:
                    • Feels true to length
                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No
                     
                    5.0

                    Very comfortable

                    By livetorun

                    from W. Des Moines, Iowa

                    About Me Avid Cyclist

                    See all my reviews

                    Site Member

                    Pros

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

                    Cons

                    • Snagged on my bike bag

                    Best Uses

                    • Commuting
                    • Long Rides
                    • Road Biking
                    • Warm Weather

                    Comments about Pearl Izumi Attack Bike Shorts - Women's:

                    These fit perfectly and were a good length for my height (5'11"). The elastic around the legs is very comfortable as these are the first pair of bike shorts in a long time that I didn't roll the shorts up so the elastic wouldn't touch my leg. The padding is good and contoured in just the right places. Only drawback was the shorts snagged on my bike bag under my seat while riding. I'll deal with that.

                    • Waist:
                    • Feels true to size
                    • Length:
                    • Feels true to length
                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No
                     
                    5.0

                    Great cycling shorts!

                    By Fashlete

                    from Huntington Beach, CA

                    About Me Casual/ Recreational

                    See all my reviews

                    Pros

                    • Comfortable
                    • Good Fit
                    • Good Padding

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Long Rides
                      • Road Biking

                      Comments about Pearl Izumi Attack Bike Shorts - Women's:

                      I cycled with these shorts for the first time yesterday and they offer plenty of padding compared to my other cycling shorts. The legs do not ride up but stay in place which is nice. The shorts also look pretty good on for cycling shorts! The only thing I would say is that because the padding is quite adequate, it makes it rather stuffy down under. So I would just say that there could be a little more moisture wicking properties to the shorts as a recommendation. I will deal though since these shorts are comfortable, fit well, and provide a cushy ride.

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

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