Men's Shorts Comparison and Sizing

SHOWERS PASS MEN'S SHORTS

Showers Pass Men's Cycling Shorts offer a clean tailored fit on or off the bike with numbered sizes and adjustable waists. Constructed with durable and breathable Nylon-blend stretch fabrics these shorts are engineered to move with you during high intensity activities.

Showers Pass Men's Cycling Shorts offer a clean tailored fit on or off the bike with numbered sizes and adjustable waists. Constructed with durable and breathable Nylon-blend stretch fabrics these shorts are engineered to move with you during high intensity activities.

SHOWER PASS SHORTS COMPARISON GUIDE

gravel shorts

Great for: Longer road, gravel rides, commuting, hiking, or lounging at home.

Features / Sizing

  • Our most tailored fit and true to size short for those with a climber's or long distance runner's physique. For the sprinters, size up and use the adjustable waist tabs on the inside to customize your fit
  • Belt loops for a more formal look or to fasten your outdoor accessories to
  • Silicone grip on the back to prevent the shorts from riding up, or down, when riding or vigorously vacuuming at home
  • 6 pockets – 2 rear, one of which is zipped, 2 on the thighs and 2 on the front
  • Thigh pockets double up as vents, assuming they are empty of course!
  • 4-way stretch fabric means that even with a trimmer fit, these shorts still allow for a lot of movement

This is our most fitted short, though still with plenty of space to move freely. The quick drying fabric makes them great for an impromptu swim on a hot day when out hiking.

Great for: Longer road, gravel rides, commuting, hiking, or lounging at home.

Features

  • Adjustable waist tabs on the inside allow for a customized fit
  • Belt loops for a more formal look or to fasten your outdoor accessories to
  • Silicone grip on the back to prevent the shorts from riding up, or down, when riding or vigorously vacuuming at home
  • 6 pockets – 2 rear, one of which is zipped, 2 on the thighs and 2 on the front
  • Thigh pockets double up as vents, assuming they are empty of course!
  • 4-way stretch fabric means that even with a trimmer fit, these shorts still allow for a lot of movement

This is our most fitted short, though still with plenty of space to move freely. The quick drying fabric makes them great for an impromptu swim on a hot day when out hiking.

 

cross country shorts / Cross Country DWR* Shorts

Great for: Cross country mountain biking, hiking, and trekking.

Features / Sizing

  • Fuller fitting than our Gravel short and true to size for the all-around athletic physique
  • Adjustable Velcro waist tabs for a customized fit, in lieu of belt loops
  • Silicone grip on the back to prevent the shorts from riding up, or down, when riding or vigorously vacuuming at home
  • Heavier weighted fabric on the rear for longer life, especially if used for cycling
  • 5 pockets, two with snap closures on the back, one on the right thigh and two pockets to slip your hands in when you’re at a loose end.
  • Reflective accents for when you get caught out at the end of a ride and are hauling back to base on the pavement

These are a little more form fitting than the IMBA Shorts but still loose enough to wear padded cycling shorts underneath for longer rides. *DWR stands for Durable Waterproof Repellent – in other words water, or spilt drinks, will bead up and run off the shorts.

Cross Country Shorts / Cross Country DWR* Shorts

Great for: Cross country mountain biking, hiking, and trekking.

Features

  • Adjustable inside facing Velcro waist tabs for a customized fit, in lieu of belt loops
  • Silicone grip on the back to prevent the shorts from riding up, or down, when riding or vigorously vacuuming at home
  • Heavier weighted fabric on the rear for longer life, especially if used for cycling
  • 5 pockets, two with snap closures on the back, one on the right thigh and two pockets to slip your hands in when you’re at a loose end.
  • Reflective accents for when you get caught out at the end of a ride and are hauling back to base on the pavement

These are a little more form fitting than the IMBA Shorts but still loose enough to wear padded cycling shorts underneath for longer rides.

imba shorts / imba dwr* shorts

Great for: The most aggressive riding styles with plenty of room for pads.

Features / Sizing

  • Our fullest fitting short for maximum range of motion and pad accommodation
  • Lock down waist so you can customize the fit and hold the shorts in place on the gnarliest descents without it popping open under pressure
  • Leg vents to cool your burning thighs as you head back up the mountain
  • One rear zipped pocket for your must keep essentials
  • Right side thigh pocket for your emergency energy gel
  • 4-way stretch fabric so the shorts move with you
  • Reflective accents for when you get caught out at the end of a ride and are hauling back to base on the pavement

This is our loosest fitting short to provide maximum range of motion for adventurous pursuits. The IMBA (International Mountain Bicycling Association), is our giveback short with 5% of proceeds going towards maintaining the trails many of us love to ride.

*DWR stands for Durable Waterproof Repellent – in other words, water will bead up and run off the shorts.

Great for: The most aggressive riding styles with plenty of room for pads.

Features

  • Lockdown waist so you can customize the fit and hold the shorts in place on the gnarliest descents without it popping open under pressure.
  • Leg vents to cool your burning thighs as you head back up the mountain
  • One rear zipped pocket for your must keep essentials
  • Right side thigh pocket for your emergency energy gel
  • 4-way stretch fabric so the shorts move with you
  • Reflective accents for when you get caught out at the end of a ride and are hauling back to base on the pavement

This is our loosest fitting short to provide maximum range of motion for adventurous pursuits. The IMBA (International Mountain Bicycling Association), is our giveback short with 5% of proceeds going towards maintaining the trails many of us love to ride.

*DWR stands for Durable Waterproof Repellent – in other words water, or spilt drinks, will bead up and run off the shorts.

Shorts Comparison Chart

Shorts Style Inseam Fit Waist Features Reflective Vents Pockets Weight (size 32)

10"

trimmest adjustable fit

inside waist cinch + belt loops

none

2 thigh vents

6

7.5 oz

11.5"

adjustable fit

outside waist cinch

left side

none

5

8.5 oz

11.5"

adjustable fit

outside waist cinch

left side

none

5

8.5 oz

12"

most adjustable fit

outside waist cinch + stretchy sides

on sides and back pocket

2 thigh vents

4

8.5 oz

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