Hmmm...now I'm really questioning whether these shorts would fit me. I am solidly in the 150's (probably closer to 160) and most of my shorts/tights are either a M or L...but I suspect that even the XL in these may not work for me.![]()
Hmmm...now I'm really questioning whether these shorts would fit me. I am solidly in the 150's (probably closer to 160) and most of my shorts/tights are either a M or L...but I suspect that even the XL in these may not work for me.![]()
2012 Seven Axiom SL - Specialized Ruby SL 155
nscrbug, it would have helped if I had told you that I'm 5'1", 135#, with 38" hips. That should give you a better idea of my weight distribution since I tend to carry more weight in my hips and thighs. I'm not really a pear shape but definitely heavier below the waist.
I think that you could easily get away with LG's in XL if you normally wear M or L. So much of the fit in these shorts seems to be related to a person's weight distribution. I suspect that "leaner" women with more even weight distribution would be happy with the LG's. I'm not sure that very curvy women will like them much.
Another piece of info that may help is that I normally prefer size L in Terry Bella's which are made of heavier fabric but not as heavy as the LG's. I'm good with size M in lighter weight shorts.
LORI
Pivot Mach 4 / WTB
Updated Vintage Terry Symmetry / Bontrager InForm RL WSD
I got a pair of the longer shorts in large based on the size chart, and they fit me fine. It's possible a medium would fit better, since the large is not super compressing for me, but then again a medium might be too snug at the waist.
I've worn Shebeest Century and SSS shorts for years, and with those I wear a medium.
- Gray 2010 carbon WSD road bike, Rivet Independence saddle
- Red hardtail 26" aluminum mountain bike, Bontrager Evoke WSD saddle
- Royal blue 2018 aluminum gravel bike, Rivet Pearl saddle
Gone but not forgotten:
- Silver 2003 aluminum road bike
- Two awesome worn out Juliana saddles
Bump - shorts are still available.
LORI
Pivot Mach 4 / WTB
Updated Vintage Terry Symmetry / Bontrager InForm RL WSD