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Designed for the endurance rider who simply prefers a short. With thoughtful details like a yoga-inspired waistband to eliminate uncomfortable pressure and a seamless silicon leg band so they stay put. The 6.5" Inseam makes for a versatile, mid-thigh fit.
SKU: RS02BLKXS
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Many view shorts as the novice kit, a first step on the way to bibs. But our community was saying something different'Ķ They aren'Äôt beginners; they'Äôre out there riding centuries and multi-day tours, mile after mile. But they prefer the easy in and out of a short without losing any of the technical benefits of a high-performance bib.
- The 6.5" Inseam makes for a versatile, mid-thigh fit.
- The Essential Short features the same fan-favorite chamois as Machines'Äô Endurance Bib. It'Äôs graded for 6+ hours in the saddle, bacteriostatic to inhibit infections, and wide enough for most women'Äôs sit bones.
- The yoga-inspired waistband is revolutionary: compressive enough to stay up without sagging, but soft enough to eliminate elastic bands that dig when in the riding position.
- New seamless leg bands stay put without squeezing.
- Machines'Äô iconic paneled construction combines style and a flattering sleek silhouette.
- 2 side pockets
- Highest quality European fabric is compressive, moisture-wicking, and silky soft to the touch.
A snug fit is crucial to performance!
If you are under 5'-3" tall we recommend sizing down.
If you are over 6' tall, you may need to size up.
These Cycling Shorts have a 6.5" inseam.
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Lexa is wearing a size XXX-Large and is:
5'9 / bust 48.25" / waist 42.5" / hip 57"
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Check out our Fit Guide for more detailed instructions, or pop your measurements into our fit calculator for a personalized recommendation!
To get the longest life out of your garment, we recomend washing in cold water with a mild detergent and hanging it to dry. If you need to toss it in the dryer in a pinch, that's okay! Just keep this to a minimum. Overtime, heat can degrade the yar, resulting in lost compression and durability.
All orders are shipped free within the US
Machines is unable to offer international shipping at this time.
As always, we put fit first and this produt was developed to perform for every body shape, with sizing from X-Small through XXX-Large.
Our yoga-inspired waistband hugs the midsection, without pinching, for a comfortable ride.
Ordering two sizes to compare is a great way to ensure the perfect fit. Check out our super easy Return Policy and Happiness Guarantee!
For cycling bibs and shorts, the HIP MEASUREMENT is the most crucial factor. Measure around the WIDEST POINT of the hips/bum. If you are between sizes or petite (5'3" or under), we recommend SIZING DOWN for a compressive fit. A snug fit is crucial to performance. Check out our FIT GUIDE for more detailed instructions, or pop your measurements into the fit calculator above for a personalized recommendation! (Please note, the fit guide requires chest, waist and hip measurements.)
Love the fit, the length, the amount of compression, the waist band, the chami! What's not to love? The little black confetti every time I take them off ... The dots of "non-slip grip" fall off with each wear. Not sure how long these will last and that's disappointing.
So comfy and using the measurement guide was spot on.
I’m really hoping Specialized realizes their mistake and keeps MFF going. It actually fits and looks good.
I’ve had these for about a month now and have used them on both outdoor and indoor rides. The fit is great, I love the pockets and the leg stickies are all still in place. I wash on cold and line dry (usually).
I expected more from these shorts. After only two wearings like others the grippers are coming off. This occurred on a century ride and one leg started riding up midway through as a result :( I love MFF’s model and corporate values so this was a disappointment. I’m back to Rapha for my shorts which stand up for several seasons.