I have ridden in all kinds of shorts from several different companies...REI, Cannondale, Canari, PI, Blackbottoms, and most recently Terry. The Terry's are by far the most comfortable that I have owned. The elastic is not as tight on my legs as the others. I have thick , uh, heavy, uh, well some thighs that need a little more space than most shorts have!

The T-Short is what I have been wearing and though they are pricey, I really like them. Some of the shorts have very thick padding and I find that it chafes me on a long ride. The T-Short seems to have just the right amount. I like padding but not TOO much. I think it is really important to try them on, as ordering them, for me, has resulted in alot of returns because of fit, most notably the thigh elastic being too tight. I would prefer to visit shops and try pairs to find a comfortable one. If it isn't comfortable in the shop, it isn't going to get better on the bike! (like shoes! they don't fit better after you by them if they don't fit when you try them on!!)