My issue with the skorts that I have seen is that the "short" portion is extremely short. It seems to defeat the purpose somewhat. Your bum is covered but the short hits at the worst part of the leg and the sausage and cellulite exposure tends to be enhanced instead of hidden.
I was thinking about a pair for casual/sightseeing rides but after seeing multiple women in them at the rides lately, I have pretty much written them off.

I guess I would request some longer skorts with 5-8" legs. The skirt could still be short though. Sort of that 80s look.