I guess the "sausage effect" of leg elastic is partly why I always shop for shorts with a longer (8.5 inch +) inseam. That way the elastic comes down around the smaller part of my drumstick, er thigh , and is a bit more comfortable. tokie ps I prefer shorts with "high compression" fabric, often described by manufacturers as "power" fabric. The chamois needs to not move, the shorts need to be snug and not catch on your saddle.