The best 3/4 length shorts

[Cari]

After buying a pair of PI sugar knickers and being thoroughly disappointed in the chamois and the overall fit i'm looking to find a good pair of 3/4 shorts. Any recommendations? They'd also have to be available in XS. Thanks

Did you try the 2006 Sugar Knickers, or the 2005? The fit and the chamois on the 2006 model seemed to be a lot better than on the 2005. The rise is really low so they won't work for me, but they might be perfect for an XS like you.

So far the best I've found are the Sheebest Pedal Pushers. They're the only knickers that I can wear for road biking or on longish mtb rides. I did have a problem with the chamois on the first pair I bought, but that was probably a fluke. I got a warranty replacement and will start using them again soon.

I also really love the Shebeest Shindiggers with Chamois. They're extremely comfortable and flattering, a bit shorter than most knickers, and don't have elastic at the hem. Unfortunately the chamois is kinda thin and not appropriate for long rides.

You may want to check out what others have written on the Castelli Zen Knickers. They seem pretty good, and the size Small might fit you. I'm waiting for other sizes to come in so I can order a pair.

Good luck, and please let us know if you find anything you really like.

~ Cari