? about Specialized shorts

[Alex]

The fabric is fairly stretchy, but the Shebeest Breezer shorts are stretchier and the outer fabric is lighter weight than the Gusta. I bought the 2007 Breezer from TE, too, when they were on sale.

IMO, the Breezers are "cute" and the Gustas are "badass." I anticipate wearing the Gustas more because the fabric is much more resistant to tearing (and feeling badass is kind of fun, even if it's only by virtue of my clothing.) The Gustas are longer, so the added leg protection might be useful to you. However, I can see wearing the Breezer if I'm out working on trackstands, or taking a mellow ride in treeless terrain. (Treeless being the operative word considering the huge rip I got in my new Terry jersey this past weekend when some fallen branches reached out and grabbed me.)

They both fit me great, but I don't know how they will fit other body types. (I'm 5'8" and 125 and I bought them in a medium.) I'd recommend calling TE to get fit info. Susan was very helpful and spent a good deal of time explaining the various shorts, what kind of riding they would be good for, relative durability, etc. The 2008 Gustas have a new chamois that I adore. (I loathed the old Sugoi chamois.)

Have fun shopping!

Alex