2007 SSS Shebeest Shorts

[Jo-n-NY]

Does anyone know how the 2007 SSS shorts compare to last year? I think many ladies did not like the chamois very much in last years model.

I bought the Shebeest pedal pushers that were on sale earlier in the year and love them as well as the chamois that is used. I am wondering if the chamois in the 2007 might be similar or even just as good.

I already put the Ultra D in my shopping cart for longer rides, but I want a second pair for everyday and 30 mile rides and was hoping to get something a little less expensive.

thanks
~JoAnn

[VeloVT]

I have the 2007 SSS short, as well as a pair of pedal pushers I bought last year (I think they're the 2006 model but I'm not absolutely sure).

The chamois is quite similar -- it looks the same in fact -- but the shorts chamois feels considerably plusher to me, without feeling much bulkier (this may be partially due to the fact that the shorts are newer, but I haven't worn the knickers THAT many times, so I feel that the chamois is a little different).

Anyway, I'm not sure what people didn't like about this chamois, but I like it a lot -- it's stretchy and flexible while being pretty cushioned. I haven't had any problems with chafing or rubbing. The only reason I would think people might complain is that it really isn't as dense as say, a typical PI chamois, and you'll feel that on a long ride, but this isn't a thin chamois either... It's certainly fine for 30 miles.

I just got the Terry Bella short, which has a similar chamois to the Shebeest short, and I think the Terry is a nicer short. The chamois is similarly flexible/stretchy, but much cushier/a bit denser, and the fit is more flattering and comfortable. Only complaint with the Bellas is that the lycra is slippery and makes me slide around more on my saddle than my other shorts!!!

Good luck!

[Jo-n-NY]

Thanks Liza,

We probably have the same pedal pusher since mine were on sale I would think they were the 2006 model. I really like the material of them.

From your decription of the chamois of the 2007 SSS it sounds like what I am looking for. I bought and will be returning the Terry T short. I am not happy with the elastic around the leg. I also prefer a more matt short so that why I am going with the Shebeest Ultra D.

~ JoAnn

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

I bought and will be returning the Terry T short. I am not happy with the elastic around the leg. I also prefer a more matt short so that why I am going with the Shebeest Ultra D.

After trying 4 different long distance shorts, I picked the SheBeest Ultra D partly because the leg elastic was not as tight as the other brands. Less sausage effect.

[Cari]

Here's a comparison of the 2006 and 2007 version of the Shelastic Chamois:

-- 2006 Shelastic Chamois

-- 2007 Shelastic Chamois

From the picture I'm guessing that the 2007 is a bit more comfy in the front, but I haven't tried it yet, so...

On the other hand, Shebeest doesn't seem to make dramatic changes on their chamois from year to year, just little improvements here and there, so I'm guessing it won't be that much different.

Cari

[Jo-n-NY]

Thanks Ladies for your input. On Friday I ordered the 2007 SSS for rides up to 30 miles and the Ultra for the longer rides.

I have a feeling these might workout well for me since I like the 2006 knickers so much.

~JoAnn

[lisa_b]

I wore my Sheebest SSS 2007 shorts on a 72 mile ride this weekend and was comfortable. I was a bit worried because I thought I might need a thicker chamois, but this held up fine. I'd been using Canari shorts before and now am sold on the Sheebest. It was hot out and the fabric was breathable which I appreciated. I think you'll be happy with them for 30 mile rides, or even longer.

[Zen]

I wish the sellers would show the chamois in the product description. i have spent so much money on shorts I don't like any more.

The Sheebeast Ultra is quite expensive but it may be worth it.
I see that it's a ten panel construction which sounds promising. Does it have a center seam?
I personally find them quite unflattering, I don't need my big belly bisected by a seam
The photo doesn't show that view either.

[quint41]

I wish the sellers would show the chamois in the product description. i have spent so much money on shorts I don't like any more.

Not only that, but a really good description of the chamois would be helpful. Forget all the technical mumbo-jumbo -- how THICK is the chamois; does it extend to the thigh? Etc., etc. That's what's important to me.

[Jo-n-NY]

Well, I received both Shebeest shorts yesterday. The SSS will be perfect for my 30 mile rides if not longer.

The ultra chamois came too high up in the rear. I have never had sit bone issues so this may be an over-kill for me in that area.

My girlfriend just got a pair of PI micro sensor and althought the chamois is not as thick as the shebeest ultra, it is not as big in the back. I will probably exchange the ultra's for the micro sensor.

~ JoAnn