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$Pearl Izumi Symphony Bike Shorts - Women\'s$

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Pearl Izumi Symphony Bike Shorts - Women's

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The Pearl Izumi Symphony shorts for women are ideal for training and group rides. They feature a unique sweat-activated technology that cools body surface temperature.

ELITE Transfer stretch fabric transfers moisture to the outer surface for fast evaporation and all-day comfort; In-R-Cool technology reduces overheating and perspiraton
In-R-Cool brings the cooling benefits and sun protection of white fabrics to dark fabrics; technology reflects UV rays and reduces fabric temperature
4-way, seamless stretch chamois reduces friction points and enhances cushioning in key areas; features 13mm of variable-density microfiber padding
Gender-specific chamois wicks moisture away from skin; active carbon yarns help reduce odors and regulate body temperature
Bike shorts feature a wide waistband that provides comfort and a solid but nonbinding fit
Fabric provides UPF 50+ sun protection, shielding skin from harmful ultraviolet rays
Silicone grippers at leg hems hold shorts in position
Anatomic multipanel design eliminates the inseam and potential pressure points
The Pearl Izumi Symphony bike shorts feature reflective highlights that improve nighttime profile
Single side pocket is perfect for carrying a little bit of cash, ID, debit card or key

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Pearl Izumi Symphony Bike Shorts - Women's Customer Reviews

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Pearl Izumi Symphony Bike Shorts - Women's

4.0

(based on 6 reviews)

83%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Good padding (6)
Comfortable (5)
Good size/fit (5)
Breathable (4)
Dries quickly (3)

Cons

Best Uses

Long rides (5)
Road biking (5)
Warm weather (4)

- Waist:
- Feels too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  100%
  (6 reviews)
  Feels too big
- Length:
- Feels too short
  
  Feels true to length
  
  100%
  (6 reviews)
  Feels too long

- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid cyclist (6)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (6)

Reviewed by 6 customers

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Aug

2012

5.0

these are great shorts

By tiredandcranky

from wisconsin

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Dries Quickly
Good Fit
Good Padding

Cons

Best Uses

Long Rides
Warm Weather

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

I didn't think I liked these shorts at first but in comparing them to my others--they are fabulous. I have no discomfort in the usual areas. I have bought 2 more pair. Give them more than one ride would be my suggestion.

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Jun

2012

5.0

Love these shorts!

By Rishy

from Owatonna, MN

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Good Fit
Good Padding

Cons

Best Uses

Long Rides
Road Biking
Warm Weather

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

I ride 30-60 mile rides several times a week. These shorts are fantastic. They fit well (I am a larger rider) and are comfortable. The fabric is very smooth, and the grippers do not pull on my skin. The little extra pocket occasionally comes in handy for my keys.

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Jun

2012

2.0

Not my favorites

By guitarchick

from Houston, TX

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Pros

Durable
Good Fit
Good Padding

Cons

Chafes

Best Uses

Road Biking
Short rides cool weather

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

Very strange. The first ride in these shorts was fine - 20 miles. The second ride was so unbearable I had to call somebody to pick me up 10 miles out. If you take a close look at the fabric from the inside, you'll notice that when the fabric stretches, it takes on a ribbed character. And when I say ribbed, I mean like a metal nail file. So just on either side of the chamois, an area of constant movement and stretching, the shorts literally filed my skin off. No kidding. I'm wondering if this is because the washing after the very first wear caused them to loosen up a bit. I've never had this experience with any other bike shorts. Very sad, because I've also never paid this much for road shorts.

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Jun

2012

4.0

Great distance shorts

By LM5

from Chicago, il

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Good Fit
Good Padding
Good Pockets

Cons

Best Uses

Long Rides
Road Biking

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

Right amount of padding in chamois, and the fabric is really breathable, perfect for long hot rides.

There's a little pocket large enough for some cash, and ID and a credit card in the leg.

There's a seam on chamois that seemed to rub me a little bit, but a little cream on that spot solved the problem.

Fits true to normal size.

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May

2012

4.0

Solid, go-to

By Leftso

from Baltimore, MD

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Pros

Comfortable
Dries Quickly
Durable
Good Fit
Good Padding

Cons

Best Uses

Long Rides
Road Biking
Warm Weather

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

These are my go-to shorts for long rides. I've found the overall fit and the chamois to be the most comfortable of all my pairs of shorts. I've been wearing the heck out of these for the past couple of years and they have yet to age, so that's pretty good. Buying a second pair because I'm afraid of not always having one. My only gripe is that I wish they were as breathable as my Sugoi RS shorts.