Zoic Ether Bike Shorts - Men's
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Forming a solid foundation for the demands of tough riding, the Zoic Ether bike shorts stand up to abuse so you can keep focused on cleaning the line ahead.
Shop newer version- Packed with features, the Zoic Ether shorts are ideal for riding everything from all mountain trails to cross country outings to urban commutes
- Rugged, quick-drying ripstop nylon outer shorts endure heavy use and resist abrasion
- Removable polyester/spandex stretch mesh liner shorts wick moisture away and sport a built-in chamois pad
- Liner shorts feature a tagless waistline; leg grippers keep liner shorts in place as you move
- Men-specific wicking chamois is anatomically molded for comfort in the saddle
- Integrated knit mesh panels encourage cooling airflow between outer and inner shorts
- Zoic Ether bike shorts feature 2 front hand pockets, 2 leg zip pockets and a hidden back zip pocket
- Zippered media player pocket at back thigh features a headphone port and cord-routing loop—perfect for tunes on the go
- Attached with an elastic strap inside pocket, included sunglasses wipe is always ready to keep your vision clear
- Side rip-and-stick adjuster tabs personalize the fit; waistband secures with snap closure and zippered fly
| Best Use | Mountain Biking |
|---|---|
| Bike Short Style | Double Short |
| Fabric | Ripstop nylon |
| Lining Fabric | 91% polyester/9% spandex |
| Pad Type | Standard Chamois |
| Moisture Wicking | Yes |
| Inseam (in.) | 12 inches |
| Gender | Men's |
| S | M | L | XL | XXL | XXXL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest | 36–38 | 38.5–40.5 | 41–43 | 43.5–45.5 | 46–48.5 | |
| Waist | 30 (27–29) | 32 (30–32) | 34 (33–35) | 36 (36–39) | 38 (40–43) | 40 (44–46) |
Sizing Notes
All measurements provided in inches.
PANTS: First waist measurement is for bottoms with a fixed waistband (elastic waistband measurement in parentheses).
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Look Great Until Fabric Starts Pilling
I bought the Zoic Ether shorts for bike commuting and fitness riding. The XL size was slightly large for my 35-inch waist but okay. I loved how they looked and felt and the pockets are well placed. But after only a few weeks and two washings (drip drying) I exchanged them for Novarra Rail Double Shorts. Two problems: After a half dozen rides, the fabric on the front of the Zoic Ether shorts started to pill in about a dozen places. Then the teeth on one side of the zipper (on the thigh pocket) came out of the tab and I couldn't get it rethreaded. Good ol' REI gave me no hassle in returning them. We'll see how the Novarra shorts work.
Good product but a little pricey
I bought these as my first pair of baggy cycling shorts. I like that I can go out to eat or run into a store after a ride without looking too geeky. The shorts fit well and dont ride up or chafe when cycling. I thought I would like the ipod pocket but it is a little too small to use with the Otterbox I have on my iphone. I'm not really sure I want to crash with it in my pocket anyway, so for now I will leave it in my camelbak. The only complaint I have is that they were a little expensive and also not being able dry them in the dryer, Zoic recommends "line dry only". Other than that they are great, comfortable shorts.
Good casual bike shorts
I've used these shorts for casual rides in town, for commuting to work— a 10 mile roundtrip, and also for technical singletrack mountain biking. They fit fine and are comfortable enough. They're not baggy or loose at all, but rather somewhat trim fitting. The zippered pockets are nice to make sure keys and other things are safe during a ride, and they also look nice as casual off-the-bike shorts. The material is comfortable but not durable, not waterproof, and the fabric tends to attract and hold dirt. The threads of the leg seams and hems did not hold up to mountain biking and I had to had have them re-sewn/repaired after my first hard trail ride. I have another pair of Zoic bike shorts similar to these but made of a different, lighter weight material that I like better. They share the same padded liner which I like a lot and also use with other non-bike-specific shorts. These look nice, fit well, and are fine for casual around town rides or commutes but not for more aggressive off road riding.
Comfort and mobility
I just took my new pair to ride in Moab for my vacation. They fit well at home, so I made the gamble that they would function as my only riding shorts for the week I was there (trying to pack light and all). The inner padding comes out for an easy rinse and quick dry overnight, plus this feature allows for less restriction of movement while riding because it is not sewn so tightly to the outer shell. They held up good to some abuse, and seem durable. Best riding shorts I've owned, so a bought another pair in black!
My favorite outdoor short
I have the older version of these as well as the current one, and they have definitely improved it. The waist adjusters are much better; they no longer appear to be glued together and the "hook" side doesn't snag on all my delicate lycra road gear. The zippers are tough to open/close, but hopefully that means they are durable. The material feels more durable than the previous gen as well. This short would be perfect if the elastic waist was a little more subtle and if the inseam was 1" longer. I have a 30-31" waist and I have to cinch the adjusters all the way (without the hook side hanging off the end of the loop side, that is), and due to the elastic they tend to ride-down a bit when I get warmed up. The media pocket should probably be enlarged on the next gen. Your average 4" smartphone will likely be a tight fit.. although that does mean that it won't flop around at all. My SGSII fits snug and the zipper closes, but it is a two-handed operation to remove it. I love this short. It is my go-to for hiking, biking and amusement parks. I will be buying another pair.
Perfect for summer rides
Professionally I ride a bike taxi in New Orleans. I also do crit racing and alley cats. I also have the Zoic Black Market shorts. The Ether shorts are more specific to MTB and CX. The material is very lightweight and somewhat stretchy. The fit is perfect and adjustable. The removable chamois is very breathable mesh as opposed to solid lycra shorts. Well designed and worth the money.
One ride down, many more to go...
I bought these after reading many positive reviews. They fit the best out of many others I tried. And they also looked the coolest. The only thing I noticed is that they are baggy at the crotch and catch on the seat while getting on and off the bike. I still need to wear them more but that was something that may just take getting used to (my first time wearing them). As far as comfort while pedaling, awesome. The padding on the butt is very comfortable. Maybe I just need to pull them up tighter to remove the bagginess on the seat while I'm getting on and off....which while mounting biking is quite a bit if there are lots of logs blocking the trail at the beginning of the season. Anyway as far as the baggy type MB shorts these were the best I could find. They look awesome and are very comfortable once on the bike and riding.
Very good!
Best mtn bike shorts I've bought in all my 20+ years of mtn biking. The fit it great. They rarely catch on the seat (my new seat is terrible for catching baggy shorts. I'm getting a new one) or get twisted up on long seated climbs. Its tough to describe how they feel because I don't think about them on the ride (which is a good thing). Its after the ride I think "my but doesn't hurt and they never got in the way!" Nice shorts!
like the shorts, the liner hurts
I use the shorts but removed the liner. I ride with lycra bike shorts underneath. I like the shorts because they do not have seams in the crotch area. There are great pockets everywhere and they look good off the bicycle. The downside is the padded liner. It does not fit properly in the front of the crotch and caused pain when I rode with them. I removed it and replaced it with my lycra bike shorts. All is good now.
good in some ways
these shorts are fine in most ways. but i found that, although the many pockets are appealing, the zippers failed on several almost immediately.