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Pedal Through, by first-time film director and new mountain biker Analise. Follow her journey of self-healing and growth during a week-long bikepacking adventure through the Oregon backcountry.
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$ 27.00 $ 54.00 You save: 50 % ( $ 27.00 )
INSPIRED BY THE TRAIL, DESIGNED FOR ANYWHERE
Meet the Key Short, the cornerstone of the Versatile Off Road Collection and an overshort designed to adapt to all of your outdoor adventures. From mountain biking, to gravel touring, to urban commuting, to hiking, the Key Short brings Machines' superior fit, construction, and modern styling to this technical outdoor short.
Available in sizes 24-40.
SKU: DST01GRN24
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Our goal was to design the perfect overshort by developing a short that is equally suitable for bombing single-track as it is for a casual day hike with friends. The Key Short is rich in technical features to have you blazing trails comfortably, with styling that takes you from your bike to the coffee shop without skipping a beat.
- 100% Polyester
- 4-Way Mechanical Stretch
- UPF 50+ by construction
- Water resistant
- Moisture wicking
- Quick dry
- Slide locking snap closure at waist
- Front scoop pockets
- Rear secure zip back pockets w/ puller for easy access
- MFF signature rear phone pocket hidden in waistband
- Offered in 5.5" and 11" inseams
- Contoured hem to reduce excess fabric at knee while riding
The Key Shorts are cut true to size and have a slim fit.
Choose the size closest to your waist or jean size.
11" inseam
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Athena is wearing a size 27 and is:
5'10" / bust 34" / waist 28" / hips 39"
Essence is wearing size 28 and is:
5'7" / bust 36.5" / waist 28.75" / hips 41"
Demi is wearing size 26 and is:
5'8" / bust 33" / waist 25.75 / hips 37"
Bianca is wearing size 36 and is:
5'10" / bust 45" / waist 40.5" / hips 50.5"
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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!
All orders are shipped free within the US
If ordering from outside of the US, be sure to check local duties and taxes! Machines does not cover this cost and rates vary country to country.
As always, we put fit first and this product was thoughtfully developed to perform for every shape. Offered in sizes 24 through 38.
This slide-locking snap closure will keep you buttoned up, even when you're letting loose.
Our contoured hem means you won't have excess fabric bunching behind the knee, and the slim fit through the leg will keep you looking sleek.
Our 4-way mechanical stretch gives you maximum flexibility. This short will truly keep up with you where ever you are headed!
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.)
I brought these for mountain biking but find myself wearing them all the time. They fit perfectly, are stretchy and comfortable but keep their shape, amazing fabric and fasteners. I wish all my clothes were made with such care and quality.
I sized down two sizes after reading the reviews. Should have gone down one size instead; too tight in the waist. Bummed I can’t exchange. I am 120lb, 56”. Ordered size 24 but 25 would have worked.
I ordered the green and the black. True to size. I’m 5’4” and 140lbs and am happy with the 28. They are roomy but not too big. Material is smooth. My only complaint is no pocket big enough for a phone. If they had a zip leg pocket they’d be perfect.
The shorts fit me perfectly and would be great to casual ride/catch up with friends. But I go the shorts for mountain biking. The circumference of the shorts on the base of my thigh were too tight to fit knee covers under. So, I exchanged the shorts for the next size up, which unfortunately were too baggy in my waist and hip and still just as tight at the base of my thigh. Excellent fabric and craftsmanship otherwise.
I actually wear these shorts more often OFF the bike than on the bike. As a working mom who often needs her hands free to handle whatever life throws at me, and often needs to squat to pick child and/or things up, the center back is a LIFESAVER.