First pair of tri shorts I’ve ever had. Very comfortable wearing, plenty good on the bike. I’m used to a thicker pad, but I just started doing Aquabike and didn’t want to wear cycling shorts on the swim…. No problem on the ride, and I have some cycling shorts with thinner pad than these tri shorts, so it’s really no big deal. Perfectly comfortable. I really like the construction of the leg bands, too - comfortable, not too restrictive, don’t ride up at all. And the graphic pattern is pretty cool. I’ve worn them in the pool a couple of times and so far no issues with chlorine. I’ve worn them in open water (murky river) and no issues with staining or itching. I’m 6’2”, 215, 37” waist and the L is a great fit. I like ‘em, and I think they’re a good value. Nuff said!