mens shorts question

[Cari]

I ride primarily with two guys. They both work in bike shops and get to try lots of different products.

Guy #1 wears mostly Pearl Izumi. But his current favorites are a pair of inexpensive Bellwethers. He says that their pad is identical to the one in pricey Nike shorts. He also really likes a pair of higher-end Mt. Borah shorts that a sales rep gave him to test.

Guy #2 wears lots of different brands but on long rides I always see him in Nike shorts.

Another note: I've been told to be wary of baggy riding shorts that come with a loose-fitting chamois. Guy #1 got really chafed with a pair of Zoics because the pad was so loose that it moved around as he pedaled. Ouch.

Oh... and I suggest you take a tub of Assos Chamois Creme. It's wonderful stuff.

~ Cari