2010 Specialized BG Pro RBX Shorts ... THUMBS UP!

[Jiffer]

My two main cycling shorts for the past couple of years have been the Pearl Izumi P.R.O. (their top of the line) and the top of the line Specialized. I recently bought the new Specialized BG Pro RBX, which is the new version of what I already had. While my Specialized were already my favorite of the two, I am REALLY loving these shorts. I have been having some saddle sore issues, a recurring sore in the same area. I haven't been able to cure it yet, but have found I can basically hold it at bay by using Neosporin, Chamois Butter and riding in these new shorts. I notice a big difference in these shorts, particularly to the PI's, but also to the old version of the same shorts. The padding is obviously different.

As expensive as they are, I just ordered another pair, because they're all I want to wear now ... which means I'll probably order another pair eventually. So, I highly recommend you guys try the 2010 Specialized BG Pro RBX shorts.

[nscrbug]

Are these a women's specific short, men's, or unisex? How is the sizing compared to the PI? I usually wear a medium in PI shorts...would that translate to the Specialized?

[Jiffer]

These are women specific. They're not cheap. Around $150, but you can find better deals online. I would guess you'd be the same size in Specialized as you are in PI. I would suggest trying them on at a store, if you have one near you that carries them, and then probably buy online if you want to save money. But a medium is probably a good guess ... and/or see if you can find a size chart.

[sundial]

Jiffer, thanks for the review. I have wondered how well Specialized fit and performed. I would like to try one but I'm afraid that there isn't enough padding to be comfy for the long haul. Can't quite bring myself to pull the trigger just yet.

[rubywagon]

Thanks for your review!

[SLash]

I ride in Shebeest Triple S shorts, PI or Terry, with majority being the Shebeest. They have been fine until I started riding on a Brooks saddle. The problem is too much padding. I like/need the padding in the sit bones area but not in my *soft tissue* area. It's causing me more pain than helping.

How is the padding in the soft tissue area of these shorts? Would you say it is more "minimalist" or more typical of say the PI shorts you mentioned?

I'm going to get some if they are lite on the padding in the front.

Susan