What are Bike Shorts?
Bike shorts or cycling shorts are closely fitting shorts used by bicyclists. Early versions were usually made from a wool knit fabric, and had a chamois inset to protect the crotch and add a little padding. Chamois (often pronounced shammy) is goatskin leather. Many modern versions of bike shorts do not have true chamois, but feature a patch that is made of synthetic chamois. Today’s bike shorts are most frequently made from Lycra, which provides thin, breathable comfort and promote better aerodynamic support for the avid biker or the bike racer. The bike shorts are meant to adhere as closely to the body as possible, and usually fit to slightly above the knee. They are meant to be worn without undergarments, and usually come in dark colors that are not see-through.
