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?

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.

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

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.

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!

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

Anthony wrote: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

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.

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

Kamleika shorts? When did they appear?

Kamleika shorts? When did they appear?

Very new from what I can gather.

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

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.

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.

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.

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