Anyone ride in baggy knickers? If so, brands you like?

[moderncyclista]

Anyone ride in baggy (for most bike gear) bike knickers like Zoic, Chrome, Fox, etc??

If so, are there ones you've liked? Seems like most gals here ride spandex - from most comments I've seen. I like wearing my jerseys (T.E. ladies shout out ;) ) with my padded shorts under my reg shorts - but come summer I have a feeling that'll be too warm. I want some stylish well fitting knickers - but I am short and curvy. My hips are wide - even if I get to be the weight I want - I'll still have these danged hips.

So, any good brands of baggy knickers/shorts you recommend - thin chamois is preferred. If you know of a great knicker/shant/capri that you recommend without a chamois or isn't cycling specific - please share. :D

[crazycanuck]

I do but only Ground Effect ones. I have a pair of Martinis but if would like to try the Tom Thumbs. I had a pair of baggies when we first started biking & wouldn't mind going back to them just as a change when hitting the dirt.

http://www.groundeffect.co.nz/products-SHO.htm

[NbyNW]

I have a pair of Zoics that I like -- they have a little argyle pattern on one side. I don't see them on the TE site anymore. They worked as a nice alternative to tights, especially for commuting in to the office where I didn't want to be seen wearing anything too form fitting.

The liner is removable so you can wear whatever you like under them. Fabric was lightweight and quick-drying. Not sure what in their current product line would be comparable, though.

Also have a pair of PI capris that seem to have been discontinued as well. Maybe similar to the Auroras. They didn't hold up after a few washings -- the seat of the pants kept getting caught on the nose of my saddle whenever I stopped to wait at a light. Fabric is more of a knit synthetic, nice for chilly days.

[Becky]

I haven't had the greatest luck finding cycling-specific baggy knickers. Not really sure why, but they don't seem to fit me well. I've started buying liner shorts (love the Terry ones!), and any comfy woven "outdoor" knickers. TJ Maxx/Marshall's is a great place to find these for cheap. My current favorites are a pair of The North Face from Marshall's, and a pair from Lands End that are no longer made (I think).

[Red Rock]

This is a great topic to bring up because I have had a hard time tring to find something that will work for me too.

About two years ago -or so-I bought some "cycling capris" from Performance in the Women's category. I tried them on and they hit at the low waist, so when I ride my pants are lower than what I would like. No only that, they are cotton so they do not have a good "move" factor. If anyone would like these. I have two.

So as a result of the above findings, I started looking elsewhere. I have looked in TJMAXX but they have a lot of the Yoga pants. I have not been able to find any real "outdoor" type pants there. Perhaps, I am not going there often enough?

My other solution has been to go back to Performance. I have a pair of their Boulder riding shorts that have enough pockets and room for me. I would really like another pair. They also have a Boulder capris for guys. I purchase a man's pair last year form REI and I have fallen in love with them. They are the best:D. I guess I have been converted to the men's side.

When I look at the Women's stuff it all seems to be on the trendy side and not to functional. I guess you could say that about most women's clothes though:( I am always on the look out for something that will work. The Terry capris has my interest peeked but at $90 it must be made out of silver or something.

These are my thoughts....

Red Rock

[sundial]

Modern, have you looked at Sugoi Greta capri (http://www.teamestrogen.com/prodSU_36904F.html)?

I ride in a Sugoi baggy mtb short and the Terry scooter capri. I like how both fit me and I consider myself as having a curvy build. Both products have a removable chamois liner. Sugoi liners are more on the thinner side like the Terry chamois.

[SLash]

I ordered the Sugoi Greta shorts and the Shebeest BoardRider Capri and will be coming in this week. I'll let you know how I like them.

I like the idea of the loose fitting shorts for wearing when I'm riding around town, on trails, etc. I hope I like them.

Susan

[shootingstar]

I don't wear shorts nor tights with a chamois and I cycle for long distances for years. Yes, not normal. I give up, tryin' to explain this one. :)

I prefer to wear lycra shorts or tights. But this is a pair of ordinary shorts that I found works for me when it's cooler and when I'm cycling:
http://www.sickle.com/products.php?product=Women%27s-Siesta-Short-%252d-Closeout
Has a waistband with zipper & button, plus a drawstring. The machine embroidery design on 1 side is nice, in same colour thread as the short material. Not sure if the size left, is yours. The shorts waistband starts just immediately underneath bellybutton. I am incredibly picky about ordinary shorts for cycling, since alot of them don't fit me (usually the waistband creates a gaping hole in my back which is why I like the drawstring for better fit on this style plus the fit of proper waistband with button.), then there's the right placement of seams that is not bothersome, yaddyadadaaa. :)

Pic taken last yr. with a sis. (She will turn 50 in a few wks. soon.)

[sundial]

Shootingstar, I am wondering how you've managed to make friends with the center seam in your shorts--particularly for those looong rides. :eek:

[shootingstar]

Shootingstar, I am wondering how you've managed to make friends with the center seam in your shorts--particularly for those looong rides. :eek:

I do ride my bikes where the saddle either has a centre hole / dip depression.
On lycra bottoms, it's less of a big deal. On non-lycra shorts, I'm pretty picky on how the seam is finished or the whole cut of the pant/shorts.

[SLash]

I received the Shebeest BoardRider Capri pants today. I really like the shell and will probably wear them without liner short just as capri's. They're really cute and have pockets, etc.

I am kind of down on the Triple S short chamois which is what these have, but will keep them anyway because it is the capri shell I wanted. I can use any chamois liner under them.

The Greta short I ordered is due later in the week. I also got the PI Elite baggy short but will be returning it if I like the Greta.

That is the current state of my shopping for bike shorts. ;)

[Catrin]

I received the Shebeest BoardRider Capri pants today. I really like the shell and will probably wear them without liner short just as capri's. They're really cute and have pockets, etc.

I am kind of down on the Triple S short chamois which is what these have, but will keep them anyway because it is the capri shell I wanted. I can use any chamois liner under them.

The Greta short I ordered is due later in the week. I also got the PI Elite baggy short but will be returning it if I like the Greta.

That is the current state of my shopping for bike shorts. ;)

I have the PI Elite baggy short, and I do like them. I didn't notice the Greta short - that might be a good choice for when I am riding to the office - I do NOT want to wear spandex there :cool:

[SLash]

The Greta short came today and I love them!!!

http://www.rei.com/product/800220

[NoNo]

I have the Zoic La Vida knickers and really like them! There are two snaps on the bottom so I can tighten them when I'm riding, and loosen them when I'm just walking around. The material is lightweight, and the liner is, well, Kick *** (that's the name of it, and it's very comfortable :D ). I wasn't sure what to do about the sizing, as my waist put me at a small, but my hips put me at a medium. I went with the medium, and haven't had an issue, as the waist has velcro straps that you can pull in to adjust the fit.

http://images.teamestrogen.com/ri/650/650/2009_Spring/ZO-2102-STE.jpg

I also ordered the All Night Long shorts for when it gets a little warmer. I had tried on a pair and they're a little heavier-weight material than the La Vida's and have a lower cut waist. I went with the smalls on these. And I love the plaid, plaid, PLAID!:p

http://www.zoic.com/sites/default/files/imagecache/product/anl-web-tartan-side.jpg

[Catrin]

I have the Zoic La Vida knickers and really like them! There are two snaps on the bottom so I can tighten them when I'm riding, and loosen them when I'm just walking around. The material is lightweight, and the liner is, well, Kick *** (that's the name of it, and it's very comfortable :D ). I wasn't sure what to do about the sizing, as my waist put me at a small, but my hips put me at a medium. I went with the medium, and haven't had an issue, as the waist has velcro straps that you can pull in to adjust the fit.

I also ordered the All Night Long shorts for when it gets a little warmer. I had tried on a pair and they're a little heavier-weight material than the La Vida's and have a lower cut waist. I went with the smalls on these. And I love the plaid, plaid, PLAID!:p

I love these, though am afraid of plaid :p

My problem is how I am built. Unlike most women, ALL of my weight is in my stomach, while everything is a lot smaller these days I still have that problem. There can be a full size difference between my stomach and hips :o Outside of being large busted I am built more like a man in that way.

Everything else is skinny :rolleyes:

All of this leads to my question, on the shorts you have reported on, and the same for the Greta shorts if someone has experience with them. I do NOT want to get them to fit my stomach (I am extremely high-waisted which is why I am not referring to my waist) but to fit my legs. Do the waistband in these shorts provide enough give for this? I wear a medium in PI shorts (and their baggy shorts as well).

[NoNo]

They do have a non-plaid version. Maybe they would work for you, since, as I pointed out, they're a low-cut waist. So maybe your stomach wouldn't come into play. They just shipped today, but when they come in I'll post a picture to give an idea of their fit on a "real" person and not those stick models they love to use.

[katherine]

The Greta short came today and I love them!!!

http://www.rei.com/product/800220

This thread is costing me money! But I need new shorts, and I only ever wear baggy ones. And they are on sale, and super cute. New shorts justified, thanks for the tips ladies (I think I may order the baggy PIs too while I'm at it, I mean they are on sale and all).

[Catrin]

This thread is costing me money! But I need new shorts, and I only ever wear baggy ones. And they are on sale, and super cute. New shorts justified, thanks for the tips ladies (I think I may order the baggy PIs too while I'm at it, I mean they are on sale and all).

I like the baggy PIs, just got a pair. I can only afford one more pair of shorts though so have to choose carefully - I also want a pair of bib-shorts :p

No-No - does the plaid shorts come with a front pocket down the leg? It looks like it. I am also considering getting a pair of inexpensive cargo shorts and wearing the liner from my PI shorts...

[NoNo]

No-No - does the plaid shorts come with a front pocket down the leg? It looks like it. I am also considering getting a pair of inexpensive cargo shorts and wearing the liner from my PI shorts...

There's a very small pocket down one leg. Then two front and two rear. Once you have a good liner, you could certainly grab any pair of shorts you wanted to throw over them.

[babe]

Oakley shorts fit wonderfully for a curvy butt.

[SLash]

[QUOTE=NoNo;506045]I have the Zoic La Vida knickers and really like them! There are two snaps on the bottom so I can tighten them when I'm riding, and loosen them when I'm just walking around. The material is lightweight, and the liner is, well, Kick *** (that's the name of it, and it's very comfortable :D ). I wasn't sure what to do about the sizing, as my waist put me at a small, but my hips put me at a medium. I went with the medium, and haven't had an issue, as the waist has velcro straps that you can pull in to adjust the fit.

http://images.teamestrogen.com/ri/650/650/2009_Spring/ZO-2102-STE.jpg

No-No, I like the looks of the La Vida. Are they a baggy type short or are they more fitted? Thanks. :)

[NoNo]

Fresh pictures just for you!

http://onarumagalleries.smugmug.com/photos/850896063_txmZv-M.jpg
As you can kind of see, they're about at their limit around my hips, and these are mediums. The right leg is on the first, "looser" snap, while the left is on the tighter, "biking" snap.

http://onarumagalleries.smugmug.com/photos/850896042_heNXk-M.jpg
I have the waist straps pulled as far as they can go to get it to fit properly. Without those, I would certainly have the ever-unflattering gap over my rear:eek:

Hope that helps some!

[SLash]

Fresh pictures just for you!

Hope that helps some!-

No-No, Thanks so much, that was so nice of you!! Personalized pictures are a lot more helpful than the catalog pictures on websites. I really appreciate your trouble. :)

I like those shorts a lot, and have been looking for some but so far have just seen them in the black. I'm sure I'll find them though, I believe that's the oxford color.

Thanks again!

[Catrin]

Thanks for the pics, and I like the nice deep pockets as well.

[NoNo]

Didn't mean to take over the thread!:o Glad the pictures were helpful. I know I never find the catalog pictures particularly useful.

[NoNo]

In what could be the fastest shipping ever, my Zoic All Night Long shorts arrived today.

http://onarumagalleries.smugmug.com/photos/851759413_LC6yh-M.jpg
I would say these sit about an inch lower than the La Vida's.

http://onarumagalleries.smugmug.com/photos/851759384_SszqP-M.jpg
They're a little snug, but if I can work off some of my, uh, curves, they'll sit a little better. They don't pucker in the back when I sit, and I think the mediums would.

I should also point out I'm only 5'-1", so the length will be different for some of you. The material is slightly heavier and rougher than on the knickers, but very stretchy. I'm totally wearing these as normal shorts all summer!

[sundial]

I ordered the Sugoi Greta (http://www.teamestrogen.com/prodSU_36904F.html) capris and my initial thoughts are they are roomy through the thigh but runs true to size in the waist and hip, which means it lays well without being too constricting. I was pleasantly surprised that the capri length fell closer to the mid-calf rather than at the knee. :) (I'm 5'6") It has 4-way stretch and is dressy enough to wear anywhere.

So for the ladies that have heavier legs, I think you will like this cut. :)

NoNo, thanks for modeling your new threads. It's helpful to read your reviews. :)

[ParisSue]

I am petite (5'3") with a fairly small waist but wide hips.

I have tried the Portland Cyclery Messenger pants, which are really nice. But they did not fit me correctly. The rise was just too short to be comfortable and surprisingly the articulated knees hit me above my knee. They did fit snugly (but not too tightly) over the hips.

What has worked really well for me are the Terry Scooter Capris, one size smaller than normal. These just seem to fit me comfortably and are not too loose nor too tight. And the length is just right.

Sue

[moderncyclista]

I'm looking into either Zoic or Chrome knicks. Tough to find a pair that is cheap for sure. I may just buy some dickies and make them cut-offs. :D

[lisathew8lifter]

a big thank you to the girls who took the time to take pics and post them! this helps too! i am not the stereotypical bike chick either. 5'5, curvy (understatement) and all my weight is in the hip/middle region. i'm a size 10 or 12 depending on the brand and i cannot buy shorts or knickers on line without knowing how they fit. i also refuse to wear spandex without something OVER it! no one needs to see that rear view! :eek:

[susan.wells]

Another vote for the Greta capri. I did Bike to Work week commuting 30 miles roundtrip each day (I will continue to commute most days since in the end I saved time). I also tried the Terry Scooter capri but the Greta was the hands-down winner for me! I bought the discontinued Vicuna (http://www.teamestrogen.com/prodSU_36904F_0.html) color here on TE.