Originally Posted by
hankj
Forever I've used Pearl Izumi Attack 8 panel shorts. But just bought a new pair and the fabric is thinner, stiffer, shinier, and quite cheap looking. And the shorts are tight on my thighs and looser on my waist than the old one (and I certainly am not aging into a better physique ...) Tried PI Expeditions too. Nice fabric and loved the pockets and longish legs, but even worse fit for me - even tighter legs, bigger waist, baggy butt causing gaping in the chamois.
Thanks!
I've noticed this, too. I tried to buy a new pair of old stock, only to have it substituted (again) for the inferior single-panel version.
I managed to get hung-up on the nose of my saddle when trying to hop an (off-road) rut, and the snag was enough to land me in the ditch. I wasn't hurt, but I am convinced these things are a genuine hazard.
So, I'm very interested in the replies here.