Wildhawk -- Congratulations! (on both) You'll likely find you want more pair of shorts soon, cuz, you know, how many times do we want to do laundry? Regarding chamois butter -- I don't, and don't seem to miss it! Perhaps ride distances make a difference?

On the other hand, different chamois-es make a difference in my comfort, I know. AND when the shorts are getting too big, oh, that's a difference, let me tell you! The shorts need to be snug enough so that they're not shifting around when you're riding. Now, here's the thing about modesty -- you'll see guys riding around, or walking around, with their naked beer bellies hanging out, so what's the big deal if our big butts, actively working, are hanging out in lycra?

Pardes -- Shebeest makes some great just below the knee pants -- I love the fit of the Shindigger -- though the hourglass chamois is not for me! (the shelastic one in the SSS shorts is much more to my butt's liking) I haven't tried their Pedal Pusher model yet.

Today feels a bit like it's going to be a "long pants" kind of evening, and I'm going to have to find a new pair after losing bunches of weight since last winter too!

And, Wildhawk, as has been said, after 55 pounds, you DEFINITELY deserve, no NEED, a whole new wardrobe, right down to the skin! (had my rings resized, then was surprised that gloves were too big. And, as was mentioned, yes, even glasses fit differently!)

Karen in Boise