PI Breakaway shorts, anyone?

[VeloVT]

I've got two pairs of this short (found both on big sales). Fit is pretty true to size, and is certainly consistent with other PI shorts.

The chamois is very substantial, but I haven't had any problems with chafing after the first two washes (it's quite stiff before washing/wearing but softens up considerably). It's comfortable on long rides (and short ones, for that matter).

The fabric is pretty light & wicking, and the length is perfect for me -- short enough to be cool but long enough that it doesn't show the **less firm** parts of my thighs. Fit is nice overall, very comfortable and fairly flattering actually. Comes up super high in back (as Pearl shorts often do) -- and it seems to be getting higher and higher as I continue to wear/wash them. This is a little odd but not a problem for me. The tummy is sort of mid-cut -- scoops a bit but not too much.

It's good for long rides and hot weather. I'm quite happy with the pairs I have, though I don't love it SO much that I felt the need to get another pair at Nashbar's short sale earier this week (I think it was like, $49 down from $99) -- I'd rather try something new.