Rated 5 out of
5
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Fataneh from
Fabulous purchase at a great price
I bought these for a tour around Corsica - lots of distance and long climbs. They are super comfortable and I experienced no chafing. I had some concerns with other reviews stating they experienced discomfort on long rides but for me they are perfect. I am a curved small so maybe it’s shape related.
Date published: 2023-05-23
Rated 5 out of
5
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AMLB from
Super comfortable padding made for women
I have 2 of these & love them everyday. I’ve tried every cycling clothes brand available & Rapha’s R&D into women’s padding is world class. It’s the most comfortable for long rides & truly fabulous. I even wear it over winter due to comfort with second layer on top.
Date published: 2021-05-20
Rated 5 out of
5
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Linny from
Core shorts
Initially I purchased size XL but had to go down to L, I’m a size 12-14. These core shorts fit me really well they come up nice and high on the tummy and don’t ride down. I’ve never worn Rapha before but am having terrible pain/discomfort in my seat bone area and had been recommended Rapha, with these shorts the problem is much improved but hasn’t gone completely but I think it’s to do with my anatomy and saddle as well. I would recommend these shorts.
Date published: 2021-05-29
Rated 2 out of
5
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Pfei from
Love the colour, disappointed with chamois pad,etc
I own more than a couple of Rapha apparel & love most of them but this one is a big disappointment. Less than half an hour on the indoor trainer the chamois pad started pinching the soft tissues and causing major chafing & soreness. There's bunching in the groin area and no matter how I tried adjusting and stretching it, just didn't work. Moreover, the material is thin & almost see-through. I won't be buying any more of these shorts in the future.
Date published: 2022-11-17
Rated 2 out of
5
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LizZard from
New pad is too thick
I love the fit of these shorts, but HATE the new pad. I've been a loyal Rapha customer for years, usually logging 10,000 miles+ per year, and loved the old pad.
Date published: 2021-08-04
Rated 2 out of
5
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SarahJ from
Not for me
I didn't like the bulky feel of the bum pad. I have another pair from a few years ago that I like way better. I sent this pair back.
Date published: 2021-06-21
Rated 2 out of
5
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CD324 from
Not for women unless you like your parts squished
I should have looked at the reviews. Whomever designed them doesn't understand female anatomy. It's like there's a maxi pad from your public bone extending to your back side. There's no space for my lady bits, it renders the design of my brooks saddle (with space for lady bits) useless and ends up chafing and compressing exactly the delicate tissue you'd want left alone. Why would anyone create this??
Date published: 2023-06-16
Rated 4 out of
5
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Yorkshire rider from
Women's core Shorts
As someone with very little padding on my backside and therefore eternally looking for cycle shorts that make riding more enjoyable, I was happy to try the Rapha Women's core Shorts. They are certainly better than the shorts I've had in the past although as with all of them, the chamois seems fine until one is sitting in the saddle and then seems not to be right under my sitting bones which is where it's needed. That said, the Rapha shorts are a definite improvement on previous makes.
Date published: 2021-07-04
Rated 5 out of
5
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jo in nc from
perfect
i may have put the shorts review under the core bibs! these shorts perform and feel like bibs… and easier to use for quick pee breaks! chamois padding is perfect! i do not fund many road bike shirts comfortable for any middle to long range ride due to all the fancy padding configurations. rapha’s core shorts gave the padding figured out! i donated all of my other bibs and shorts as soon as i did 2 rides in these the feeling is so much better..akin to your favorite pair of well-worn jeans.
Date published: 2024-02-05
Rated 4 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Good quality cut
Good quality cycle pants. The padding could be improved as it took awhile to soften. I like the length and the stretchy material around stomach.
Date published: 2024-02-14
Rated 1 out of
5
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Oma53 from
Bike Shorts Women
Don't like the fit. They ride up too far up the back. Not sitting where they should. Uncomfortable. But wasn't sure how to return them.
Date published: 2021-06-07
Rated 5 out of
5
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Brava Dee from
Excellent fit & feel!
Best shorts for long & (very!!) bumpy rides. The chamois and the fit are exceptional for 50-100km rides.
Date published: 2023-08-21
Rated 5 out of
5
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Emmm from
Good for the tuchus
Comfy shorts! Not sure why these have gotten not positive reviews. They pad my tuchus pretty darn well.
Date published: 2023-04-16
Rated 4 out of
5
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Elle B from
Nice Shorts
Fabric is lovely, but wish the shapeless chamois was better contour-designed.
Date published: 2022-06-07
Rated 2 out of
5
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Madlady from
Not the same
I've been a Rapha fan for a very long time and own many products. This is the first time I've been disappointed. That are not the same quality nor fit as I become used to. I understand the desire to lower the price, but not at the expense of fit, feel or comfort.
Date published: 2021-05-01
Rated 5 out of
5
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Jen O from
Great fit for 6 hour days bikepacking
I'm 174cm and 70kg and the M fits perfectly. The chamois stays put under my sit bones on 6 hour days bike packing. The pad is just right with my leather seat. My last 2 shorts (other brands) chamois would migrate backward somehow, like the pad was too big or something. So relieved that these don't move around! The waist is high and stays put when bent forward cycling. Super love. Got a second pair right away.
Date published: 2021-04-24
Rated 3 out of
5
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Hummingbird13 from
Fine for Spin
I bought my usual Rapha size (medium) and I think I should have done my usual size in every other brand (small)? The pad in these shorts feels weirdly big. The fabric of the shorts is normal Rapha quality, but the waistband feels a little insubstantial. I’ve worn them for a few indoor workouts so far and they’ve ultimately been just fine, but I’m worried the big pad would chafe on bigger rides.
Date published: 2023-02-18
Rated 5 out of
5
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CathM from
Back on my bike, hooray!
These shorts are expensive but have, so far, delivered on all fronts. I’m returning to cycling after serious injury and have been very saddle sore in my old shorts. The new ones are the most comfortable I’ve ever worn by a long way, they do the job they’re meant to do, and they even look reasonably flattering. I’ve not ridden very far in them yet but early indicators are promising.
Date published: 2021-07-02
Rated 3 out of
5
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AliMac13 from
Great style, seams and chamois needs more work
I bought a L and am a size 14/16 - great fit and flattering shape.
I found that the chamois was very wide at the back. It has a seam underneath that you can’t see but does cause a bit of rubbing. I can tolerate it for 20-30 miles but no good for longer runs, even with chamois cream. I would like to try the classic shorts but concerned about making another mistake.
Date published: 2021-08-05
Rated 4 out of
5
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Bianchibabe from
Should have gone for the small
I have been a wearer of another brand for many years until I discovered these fab Rapha shorts. Love them they are really comfy, but I should have gone for a small instead medium. After a few wears/washes they are starting feel slightly loose on me, but still wearable and comfy with no rubbing or chaffing. Definitely recommend but check the sizing.
Date published: 2021-09-08
Rated 5 out of
5
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TMet from
Excellent shorts
I read lots of previous reviews for this product and there were a couple of negative ones which put me off for a while. I am so pleased i went with the majority of excellent comments as these shorts are very comfortable. The padding is a lot better than other makes i have worn and the overall fit is very comfortable. Size 10 bought size small.
Date published: 2022-06-01
Rated 5 out of
5
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Estelle20 from
Prefer these to my classic shorts
These are very comfortable and the size guide was pretty accurate. I am petite (around 5ft) and even though these are long, they fit before my knee. Althought, if the shorts were just 1 inch longer they would be over my knee. I prefer these shorts to the classic ones because of the lazer cut hems that fit nicely flush to the skin.
Date published: 2021-07-16
Rated 5 out of
5
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rave bird from
Love them!
I was hesitant to buy these after reading some bad reviews but sure glad I did! I wore them on a bike packing trip 110 miles right out of the bag and no complaints! They were awesome. Excellent padding. No riding up. Sucks me in in all the right spots without feeling bulgey. I hope they last, quality wise, because I love them.
Date published: 2023-05-04
Rated 5 out of
5
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Yup its me from
Love them
I was hesitant to buy these because of the reviews. Instead, I bought and single pair and now wish I purchased two. This morning I did 45 miles in strong winds and I can truly say, I didn't think about my shorts once. They have great elasticity and I find the pad effective, comfortable, and not white but dark grey.
Date published: 2023-04-03
Rated 5 out of
5
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Bee L from
one of the best pairs ever
these are amazing-the most comfortable pair of shorts I own...I find myself equally wanting to save these for the longest rides and just wanting to wear them every ride. the chamois is bulkier than some others and can look a bit awkward but the comfort level while riding far outweighs the aesthetic drawback.
Date published: 2023-06-09
Rated 5 out of
5
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Jamz from
My Best Buy so far!!
I absolutely love these, the fit, the style everything. They look amazing on and I love the pockets perfect for holding your phone, keys, energy sachets, cards etc, I could go on. They are a perfect fit I usually wear 12-14 I brought a medium, they are my best by so far I would recommend these all day.
Date published: 2021-07-26
Rated 5 out of
5
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Bubbles from
These shorts are worth every penny!
I am very impressed with these shorts . They are expensive but worth the money. They are nice and long for extra sun protection. The waste is reasonably high as well so there is no missed coverage between your shirt and shorts. The band around the cuffs is wide which helps keep your shorts in place.
Date published: 2021-07-06
Rated 4 out of
5
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Zee H from
Decent shorts for the price, but thick chamois.
The core shorts fits looser than the classic shorts. At 163cm and 52kg, I had always been wearing S shorts for rapha but I took XS and it fitted well. However the classic chamois felt too thick to be comfortable compared to the pro team chamois. Didn't want to take the risk, so returned it.
Date published: 2023-08-19
Rated 5 out of
5
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pooka from
Comfy
Really happy with these shorts, I could probably have fitted the size down and if I buy another pair in future I’d buy M rather than L but I think that’s due to me losing a few pounds more than the sizing being wrong. The chamois is quite large, but feels bigger off the bike than on it.
Date published: 2023-09-24
Rated 4 out of
5
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Anna32 from
Good quality shorts
These are good quality shorts with a well padded chamois, good leg grippers and comfy round the waist. Unfortunately for me the chamois is a bit too big/wide (I can't go a size smaller as the waist would be too tight) so they probably would suit someone with a larger hip:waist ratio.
Date published: 2021-08-03