What Clothes to Wear When You’re Cycling

Singletrack, gravel roads, bike park descents—whatever you like to ride, the women's Outdoor Research Freewheel Ride bike shorts offer durable comfort and breathability, so you can take another lap.
Imported.
View all Outdoor Research Women's Bike Shorts| Best Use | Mountain Biking |
|---|---|
| Bike Short Style | Loose |
| Fabric | bluesign-approved 88% nylon/12% spandex |
| Pad Type | No Chamois |
| Sun-Protective Fabric | Yes |
| UPF Rating | 50+ |
| Quick Drying | Yes |
| Number of Pockets | 2 |
| Inseam (in.) | 11.5 inches |
| Gender | Women's |
| Weight | 9.7 ounces |
| Sustainability | Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria |
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First off, in full transparency, Outdoor Research gave me this free product to try in exchange for my honest review. I've tested these shorts now on a few red rock desert rides in Southern Utah and I can confidently say that I have found my new favorite mountain bike shorts! I am a 16/18 and typically wear a 2X in OR shorts (my non-MTB favorites are the Ferrosi and the Zendo). Prior to trying these shorts, I wore the Shredly Limitless Stretch Waistband High-Rise Shorts in size 18 when mountain biking. I carry my weight in my lower belly/hips and the Freewheel Ride Short in 2X fit comfortably even with liners. While the Freewheel Ride Short does have a zip and a slide-lock snap, the waistband also has elastic and this kept the shorts comfortable and allowed a full range of motion as I was riding. I've also had issues with other snap-closure shorts popping open while riding and the slide-lock snap on the Freewheel Ride holds securely in place. The fabric on these shorts is durable while remaining lightweight. The trails we rode were narrow at times, with juniper and other shrubs and bushes right along the trail. I had no concerns about my shorts snagging or ripping. Overall, I highly recommend these to anyone looking for a durable, lightweight and breathable short.