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    Novara Forza Road Bike Shorts - Men's

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    Novara Forza road bike shorts feature 8-panel construction for an anatomic, bike-friendly fit. New chamois provides sustained comfort for the daily commute or weekend training rides.

    • 4-way stretch fabric and 8-panel construction provide support for hard-working muscles; moisture-wicking, quick-drying finish increases comfort
    • Novara Sport chamois features a microfiber covering that wicks moisture away; smooth, sonic-welded seams reduce friction
    • Precurved chamois conforms to your body's contours with a layer of open-cell foam and a thin bottom layer of shock-absorbent foam to enhance comfort in the saddle
    • Ultrasoft, breathable chamois is fully elasticized for added flex and stretch
    • Mesh panel on backside enhances airflow
    • Flatlock seams eliminate chafing
    • Silicone elastic grippers keeps hems from riding up
    • Reflective accents increase visibility
    • With a UPF 50+ rating, fabric provides excellent protection against harmful ultraviolet rays

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    Novara Forza Road Bike Shorts - Men's Specs
    Specification
    Description
    Best use
    Road cycling
    Form-fitting
    Nylon / nylon blend
    Nylon/spandex
    Yes
    Chamois
    8-panel
    Yes
    Yes
    Yes
    9 inches
    Men's
    Bike short style
    Fabric type
    Fabric
    Sun-protective fabric
    Pad type
    Panel construction
    Moisture wicking
    Quick drying
    Reflectivity
    Inseam (in.)
    Gender

    Novara Forza Road Bike Shorts - Men's Customer Reviews

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    4.0

    Pretty good for the price

    By DallasTX01

    from Dallas, TX

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

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    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Good Fit
    • Good Padding

    Cons

    • thin fabric

    Best Uses

    • Road Biking

    Comments about Novara Forza Road Bike Shorts - Men's:

    Another reviewer apparently has not compared these shorts to other [$] shorts, because they compare pretty well. The pad is comfortable; I would not want it to be any thicker. I also own P.I. Quest 6 panel shorts, and these are more comfortable for me. Also, I'm XL and not skinny, so many shorts are too long, or almost too long. These are sized more like shorts were 10 years ago - 1 to 2 inch shorter leg inseams at XL - and are better for me than most current shorts. These are entry price point shorts, but this non-entry cyclist (>35,000 miles) who cares about value thinks these shorts are pretty good.

    • Waist:
    • Feels true to size
    • Length:
    • Feels true to length
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    2.0

    Lower quality than in previous years

    By interactive3

    from Boston, MA

    About Me Avid Cyclist

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    Pros

    • Breathable

    Cons

    • Not Enough Padding
    • Poor Fit
    • Weak Seams

    Best Uses

    • Commuting
    • Warm Weather

    Comments about Novara Forza Road Bike Shorts - Men's:

    My reference is a previous model of novara shorts (732727) which were fantastic. They were not gel, but were 10 panel. In comparison these shorts have thinner fabric, providing less muscle support. The chamois pad is not as comfortable. Those may be fine entry level shorts, but if you're an avid cyclist you should look elsewhere.

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