Waterproof/Quick drying shorts

[Chew]

Been looking for some new shorts for the America trip. Anything waterproof seems to be 3/4 length and i'm wary of becoming a bit sweaty on the hot days and having to ride with my fly's open to maintain circulation

Any recommendations for something which will be quick drying/reasonably waterproof?

[Taylor]

My gore's are quite good.
I had two pairs of altura's which delaminated and both zip fell apart.
I think all waterproof will sweat to some degree though.

[Anthony]

MT500? Good compromise of waterproof arse but not so on the front.

[Bearbonesnorm]

I've got some TLD Moto shorts which although not actually waterproof do keep you dry and whatever they're made of doesn't hold / absorb any water. No idea if you can still buy them though.

[ScotRoutes]

Aldi are doing some "not-quite" waterproof soft-shell shorts on Thursday

http://www.aldi.co.uk/uk/html/offers/sp ... _30349.htm

The nearest thing to these I've seen previously were the Crikey, how much equivalent at somewhere around the £100 mark!

[adjustablewench]

Phew glad you pointed out it was for your america trip - for a moment I thought you were suggesting it might rain for WRT....

[Mart]

MT500? Good compromise of waterproof arse but not so on the front.

Another vote from me - love mine and not too hot for normal wear

[InspiredRamblings]

I picked up some Scott Helium Paclite shorts in a sale. They are nice and waterproof, and comfy, but I find the elastic cord grips don't hold so they tend to slip down a little. Also no pockets - keeps them simple but occasionally annoying.

[Bearbonesnorm]

How about some of these Chew: http://www.ultralightoutdoorgear.co.uk/ ... horts.html

Same material as the black smock I never took off last week

[ScotRoutes]

Kamleika shorts? When did they appear?

[Bearbonesnorm]

Kamleika shorts? When did they appear?

Very new from what I can gather.

[restlessshawn]

Is it just me that thinks the prices of these shorts is mental? Apart from the aldi ones, but I don't want ones with a pad really.

Anyone else try cut off cheapo waterproof trousers over lycra? That's what I am thinking I might do

WRT last year my shorts just turned into a heavy soggy blob for 3 days

[johnnystorm]

I cut down some Lidl waterproof trousers into 3/4 shorts*. Lasted a couple of hundred miles of winter series races/rides before the seams seals started to peel (still ok). I've invested in some altutas for a better fit and pockets. WRT will likely be their first outing!

*OK, my Mum did it.

[ScotRoutes]

I had a look at the Aldi ones today. They are definitely "soft shell" and didn' t look to be any more than water-resistant. The pad is on a separate liner.

[Ray Young]

Been looking at some trek mates waterproof and supposedly breathable trousers with a view to cutting them down. £12.99 from tk max so may be worth the try.

[Chew]

Cheers. Went for the MT500's looks like they'll do the trick