My sister purchased a very similar pair of Zoics from Performance a few weeks ago. She ended up separating the short from the capri even though she wears them together, she found it difficult to get them on when attached. She also commented on how warm they were, it was a 65 degree day and she was hot! I can't speak for the chamois, she seems to think it's ok when she's riding her hybrid. Overall, though, she does not regret her purchase.