S-Works Recon, Now With Laces! On gravel, style is a state of mind. The new S-Works Recon Lace will put a smile on your face and style in your pace every time you head out the door. A timeless look combined with tried and true Body Geometry features and the performance and durability that have become hallmarks of S-Works Recon shoes. Plus, you’ll leave everyone in the group asking, “What shoes are those?”Laces do everything just right, every time. Lacing closures give riders multiple points of cincture to effect precise adjustment for a sublime feel right out of the box. If that even pressure distribution is what you’ve been looking for all along, you’re in luck. Laces are the age-old way of honing in your fit. We also removed any extraneous hardware from the upper to make the shoe supple and essentially create a hug for your feet. Because who doesn’t love hugs? Put Your Fancy Feet ForwardThe S-Works Recon Lace uses the same high-performance dirt-specific carbon outsole found on our S-Works Recon shoes. This incredibly stiff carbon sole makes sure none of the power you’re putting down goes to waste. Because why would you want to waste all that power? Now, we just have another closure option for the style-obsessed gravel gurus out there. Let’s go! Specialized Surface StudiesRidden, raced, tested, and approved by our Specialized athletes globally. From hardpack dirt tracks to broken pavement potholes and steep gravel climbs that lead to nowhere. Stream crossings and gas station raids, even a few tall cans were crushed in these shoes. The S-Works Recon Lace has been put to the test with our top-tier athletes. Plus, a few that aren’t top tier, but just really like to ride, a lot. Body Geometry FeaturesVarus Wedge ,With a 1.5mm built-in Varus Wedge, Body Geometry shoes stabilize the natural movement of your forefoot and improve foot, knee, and hip alignment, which increases power output and adds an average of 10 seconds to your time to exhaustion during maximum efforts.,Longitudinal Arch ,The foot is built like a leaf spring. Great for running. Bad for riding. Body Geometry shoes are designed with patented, molded arch support in the outsole to create a rigid structure, which is paired with customizable footbeds to prevent foot collapse and wasted power. ,Metatarsal Button,Ready to banish hot spots and numbness from your ride? By lifting and separating the bones of the forefoot, our Metatarsal Button prevents impinging and compressing nearby nerves and arteries, so you can say goodbye to foot issues that used to plague long or hot rides..S-Works Recon Lace Fact SheetWelded mesh/TPU and Dyneema® upper is supple yet supportive and provides a soft, buttery fit that wont stretch,S-Works Recon Lace outsole,100% carbon torsion box construction: stiffness index 13.0,Woven carbon is used on the outside surface for impact protection,Contains all of our Body Geometry features,Longitudinal Arch built into the outsole to prevent arch collapse,+1.5mm forefoot Varus Wedge to prevent forefoot collapse (pronation),Metatarsal Button (spreads the toes to prevent numbness),TPU pontoons create stable engagement with the pedal while SlipNot™ rubber heel and toe tread provide confidence off the bike,Replaceable toe spikes allow you to adjust the traction to the specific terrain,External toe cap for protection,Ti-alloy t-nut with extended slots is lightweight and allows for an additional 5mm of rearward cleat adjustment,280 grams (size 42),Launch – July 13, 2021.
The Raddoppia 3 is Castelli’s winter workhorse, designed to deliver everything you need for winter riding without any added complications.The winter cycling jacket is windproof, water repellent, breathable, reflective, and warmly insulated to keep you riding no matter what. The Raddoppia 3 achieves this by using a combination of fleece lined GORE-TEXÔ WINDSTOPPER® on the front and back to keep the wind out and the warmth in. The sleeves and side panels have stretchy GORE-TEX INFINIUMÔ WINDSTOPPER® 150 inserts for a better fit and breathability.Castelli has kept the design simple, and the only embellishments are the large reflective stripes on the chest and lower back.Functional details run throughout the jacket: there is a YKK® Vislon® zipper which is easy to pull even with gloves on, a drop-tail for extra protection against road spray, and a zipper pocket for valuables.Key FeaturesWarm and reflective, the ideal winter cycling jacket,GORE-TEX INFINIUMÔ WINDSTOPPER® X-Fast fabric with fleece backing,GORE-TEX INFINIUMÔ WINDSTOPPER® 150 lighter weight side panels and sleeve inserts,Large reflective stripes on chest and lower back,YKK® Vislon® zipper,3 rear pockets with 4th zipper key pocket,Drop-tail panel for extra protection,-3° – 10°C / 27° – 50°F,Weight: 388g (M).
The Sidi Genius 10 Road Shoe is the latest iteration of Sidi’s long running, and ever popular Genius model. Featuring a new sole and closure system the Genius 10 sees an almost total redesign from earlier Genius models, while retaining the classic Sidi styling and quality that’s made the Genius such a favourite over the years.The Carbon Composite 20 sole is nylon injected with carbon fibre, which results in a light and stiff sole that’s specifically designed to maintain its stiffness and technical features over time. Correct cleat alignment is essential to ensuring comfort and optimum power transfer whilst out riding. The Carbon Composite 20 sole is designed with this in mind: a graduated central section around the three-bolt fitting facilitates easy and precise cleat installation.Made from Microfibre Microtech, the Genius 10’s upper is designed for lightness, but also has plenty of coverage for cooler days or poor conditions. The material is also a good choice for eco-friendly riders. Microfibre Microtech is made with water-based products, as opposed to solvent-based products, meaning less noxious emissions are released into the atmosphere, reducing the environmental impact of production. For improved walkability and added longevity, the sole also includes a replaceable heel pad.Sidi’s iconic Soft Instep strap is present and correct on the Genius 10, giving an inimitable connection with the pro peloton. The Soft Instep strap has an adjustable ratchet and paired with the Tecno-3 dial you can adjust the closure and fit of the Genius 10 on both sides of the shoe to suit the shape of your instep. A second Tecno-3 dial allows for precise adjustment on the lower section of the shoe, and only furthers the Genius 10’s clean and unfussy looks.Like many of Sidi’s parts, the Tecno-3 dials and Soft Instep strap are replaceable, meaning the Genius 10 can be a key part of your cycling wardrobe for seasons to come.The Genius 10 also features Sidi's heel cup. The reinforced cup helps stabilise the heel, prevents heel slip, and ultimately increases power transfer. The cup is about safety too, providing extra foot protection in case you take a tumble off your steed.Key FeaturesEco-friendly Microfibre Microtech material,Carbon Composite 20 sole,Tecno-3 System dial,Soft Instep closure system,Replaceable heel pad.
Design and FunctionD3 Fiberlite features many of the racing-derived features found on its top-shelf D3 Carbon and Composite siblings. The D3 Fiberlite sources a lightweight fiberglass shell with wind-tunnel proven aerodynamics and an efficient ventilation system. The Fiberlite also delivers a comfy, secure fit from its 3D cheek pads, as well as TLD's signature styling and attention-grabbing graphics. Thanks to the D3 Fiberlite, the most decorated helmet in professional racing is now available for riders who crave factory performance. Key Features: Intended for BMX, Downhill or All-Mountain use,Lightweight Fiberglass shell construction with an overall helmet weight of 1225 grams,20 high-flow intake and exhaust ports for maximum ventilation,Added EPS and new head-form shape for improved impact performance,Quick-release cheek pads for emergency helmet removal,Exceeds bicycle certifications: ASTM F1952-15, ASTM F2032-15,Not intended for use with motorized vehicles.
Supple and Strong With an upper made from Microtex, the Vento Infinito Carbon 2 Road Shoes give you a fit that is both supple and strong, providing comfort from the very first pedal stroke. It also gives a precise and supportive fit of the foot, ensuring a stable platform during the whole of your crank rotation, driving pedalling efficiency. Customised Fit - BOA Fit System To give a customisable and comfortable fit, the Vento uses the dual Li2 BOA fit system. The Li2 dials have been redesigned to offer a lower profile, marginally improving aerodynamics while also making them less vulnerable to being accidentally hit. Each dial gives quick and easy micro-adjustment, with independent adjustment of the forefoot and instep. Fine-tuning the fit to your particular foot shape is now remarkably easy. R2 Carbon Outsole The stiffest and lightest sole unit in the Fizik range, R2 Carbon Outsole delivers incredible responsiveness, with power transferred to your pedals with outstanding efficiency. Jump for a sprint or attack a climb and you're rewarded with immediate acceleration - only fitness is holding you back. Efficient pedalling is also optimised thanks to the cleat track position. This has been set further rearwards to improve pedalling dynamics, reduce knee compression and power transfer - it's especially well-suited to very aggressive, forward aero riding positions. Cleat Guidance These Cycling Shoes are compatible with road bike pedal systems that use cleats with 3-bolt standards, such as: Look Delta and Keo, Shimano SPD-SL, Speedplay Light Action, Zero, X-Series (via 3-hole adapter plate), Campagnolo Pro-Fit, Mavic Zxellium, Time Iclic/Xpresso and Time Impact.
A spiritual successor to Assos' premium CENTO and Campionissimo shorts, the MILLE GT Cycling Bib Shorts GTO C2 are another leap forward in cycling comfort. With radical reshaping of the shorts' panels and reversed stitch lines, Assos have been able to remove areas of irritation while at the same time improving muscle support and tapered, wrinkle-free leg panels that adhere perfectly to your physique. Ossidia textile - Muscle-supporting Compression The primary textile used in their is construction is Assos' own Ossidia material. The warp-knit of OSSIDIA provides silky smooth compression along your lower back and thighs, helping push back fatigue and fight lactate-full muscles. Made from ultrathin, highly elastic yarns, Ossidia also fits just like a second skin, delivering incredible breathability and flexibility too. UPF 50+ also protect you from the sun. Meanwhile, the front panel uses LOSANGA. This material ensures there's less pressure around your sensitive areas, enhancing comfort on long days in the saddle. Wrapped in Comfort The GTO straps and leg panels feature Assos' rollBar and one-piece Butterfly panel construction. This offers extra stability and support. Each leag panel also features louvreTec darted construction, delivering a custom, compressive hold of your thighs. At the ends of the thighs, the raw-cut skinGrip finish, with minimal silicone grip, prevents your shorts from riding up while also exerting minimal pressure. A raw-cut waist also delivers a pressure-free and smooth fit. MILLE GTO C2 Insert Using their stitch-free goldenGate technology and reversed seams, the MILLE GTO C2 Insert is honed for long-distance cycling comfort. The front features Assos' sunDeck superlight - a successor to their iconic kukuPenthouse - made using an ultrasoft foam-free textile to form a preshaped cup that both supports the male anatomy and promotes maximum ventilation. The pad also features the twin21 System made of three separate layers. Firstly, 11mm of lightweight microShock foam gives shock absorption. Next 10mm of lower-density matrix foam. This is sandwiched between the microShock and the 3D waffle outer to fully absorb micro-vibrations. The 3D waffle itself is a 3-layer perforated foam that increases breathability and eliminates excess weight.
The Sidi Genius 10 Mega Road Shoe, as its name suggests, is the Mega version of Sidi's Genius 10 Road Shoe, designed to offer a comfortable fit to riders with wider than average feet. It is crafted around an EE or EEE width last, so that the finished shoe is 4mm wider across the ball of the foot. The Mega last furthermore gives the shoe a greater volume, higher instep and wider heel cup than the classic Genius 10.Featuring a new sole and closure system, the Genius 10 sees an almost total redesign from earlier Genius models, while retaining the classic Sidi styling and quality that's made the shoe such a favourite over the years.The Carbon Composite 20 sole is made from nylon injected with carbon fibre, which results in a light, stiff sole designed to maintain its stiffness and technical features over time. Correct cleat alignment is essential to ensuring comfort and optimum power transfer whilst out riding. The Carbon Composite 20 sole is designed with this in mind, with a graduated central section around the three-bolt fitting facilitating easy and precise cleat installation.Made from Microfibre Microtech, the Genius 10's upper is light but also gives plenty of coverage for cooler days or poor conditions. The material is a good choice for eco-friendly riders. Microfibre Microtech is made with water-based products, as opposed to solvent-based products, meaning less noxious emissions are released into the atmosphere, reducing the environmental impact of production. For improved walkability and added longevity, the sole includes a replaceable heel pad.Sidi's iconic Soft Instep strap is present and correct, giving an inimitable connection with the pro peloton. This strap has an adjustable ratchet and is paired with the Tecno-3 dial, so that you can adjust the closure and fit of the Genius 10 on both sides to support your instep. A second Tecno-3 dial allows for precise adjustment on the lower section of the shoe and furthers the shoe's clean and unfussy look.Like many of Sidi's parts, both the Tecno-3 dials and Soft Instep strap are replaceable, which means the Genius 10 will be a key part of your cycling wardrobe for many seasons to come.It also features Sidi's reinforced heel cup, which helps to stabilise the heel, prevent heel slip, and ultimately increase power transfer. It is about safety too, providing extra foot protection in case you take a tumble off your steed.Key Features:An extra 4mm of width at the ball of the foot,Volume, instep and heel cup tailored to a wider foot,Made of eco-friendly Microfibre Microtech material,Carbon Composite 20 sole,Tecno-3 System dial,Soft Instep closure system,Replaceable heel pad.
The Sidi Zero 2 road shoe will help you conquer winter, with a GORE-TEX® membrane and an internal gusset to keep the elements at bay. The Microfibre Microtech upper has been combined with a water-repellent and breathable lining to keep feet dry. The carbon injected sole provides stiffness and has mounting options for Shimano SPD-SL cleats and three-bolt cleats. The anti-slip heel pads are replaceable and make walking an easy task. Sidi’s Techno-3 dial and Velcro straps ensure an exacting, comfortable fit. Key Features:Microfibre Microtech, mesh upper,GORE-TEX® water-repellent and breathable lining,Millennium 5 Sole injected carbon fibre into a Nylon matrix,Tecno-3 closing system,Velcro strap closure on the front of the shoe and ankle,Heel cup,Anti-slip replaceable heel pad,Internal gusset to protect from wind and water,Compatible with Shimano SPD-SL cleats and three-bolt cleats.
Assos MILLE GT Cycling Bib Shorts GTO C2Sitting at the peak of the Assos Mille line, the MILLE GT Cycling Bib Shorts GTO C2 offer unrivalled levels of muscle support and flexibility. They're a peerless match for your longest of days in the saddle.A quantum leap forward in performance, the MILLE GT Cycling Bib Shorts GTO C2 have been engineered from the ground up to offer the finest level of support, flexibility and comfort on long bike rides. A radical reshaping of panels and advanced fabrics enhance muscle support while tapered leg panels give an almost custom fit, tuned to your physique. Ossidia textile - Muscle-wrapping CompressionUsed across the lower back and thighs, Assos' Ossidia textile gives a smooth and compressive fit, helping promote blood flow, push back fatigue and maintain all-day comfort. The highly elastic ultrathin yarns also deliver a second-skin fit with outstanding flexibility and a high degree of breathability. UPF 50+ also protect you from the sun. Meanwhile, the front panel uses LOSANGA. This material ensures there's less pressure around your sensitive areas, enhancing comfort on long days in the saddle. Wrapped in ComfortThe GTO straps and leg panels feature Assos' rollBar and one-piece Butterfly panel construction. This offers extra stability and support. Each leag panel also features louvreTec darted construction, delivering a custom, compressive hold of your thighs. At the ends of the thighs, the raw-cut skinGrip finish, with minimal silicone grip, prevents your shorts from riding up while also exerting minimal pressure. A raw-cut waist also delivers a pressure-free and smooth fit. MILLE GTO C2 InsertUsing their stitch-free goldenGate technology and reversed seams, the MILLE GTO C2 Insert is honed for long-distance cycling comfort. The front features Assos' sunDeck superlight - a successor to their iconic kukuPenthouse - made using an ultrasoft foam-free textile to form a preshaped cup that both supports the male anatomy and promotes maximum ventilation.The pad also features the twin21 System made of three separate layers. Firstly an 11mm of lightweight microShock foam gives shock absorption. Next 10mm of lower-density matrix foam. This is sandwiched between the microShock and the 3D waffle outer to fully absorb micro-vibrations. The 3D waffle itself is a 3-layer perforated foam that increases breathability and eliminates excess weight.Features:Materials: 53% Polyamide, 30% Polyester, 17% ElastaneWarp-knit of OSSIDIA fabric for compressive holdLOSANGA front panels - remove pressure in a sensitive arearollBar and one-piece Butterfly panel constructionGTO straps and leg panelszeroWaist raw-cut, tape-reinforced edge, for the smoothest transition between shorts and skin/base layersuperFlat X-FRAME - single section of elastic material - folded over on itself - forming a supportive X-frame that delivers limited vertical stretch in the rearskinGrip raw-cut edge with minimal silicone treatment secures the shorts in placeMILLE GTO C2 InsertStandard LengthBuy Assos Cycle Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Assos MILLE GT Cycling Bib Shorts GTO C2Sitting at the peak of the Assos Mille line, the MILLE GT Cycling Bib Shorts GTO C2 offer unrivalled levels of muscle support and flexibility. They're a peerless match for your longest of days in the saddle.A quantum leap forward in performance, the MILLE GT Cycling Bib Shorts GTO C2 have been engineered from the ground up to offer the finest level of support, flexibility and comfort on long bike rides. A radical reshaping of panels and advanced fabrics enhance muscle support while tapered leg panels give an almost custom fit, tuned to your physique. Ossidia textile - Muscle-wrapping CompressionUsed across the lower back and thighs, Assos' Ossidia textile gives a smooth and compressive fit, helping promote blood flow, push back fatigue and maintain all-day comfort. The highly elastic ultrathin yarns also deliver a second-skin fit with outstanding flexibility and a high degree of breathability. UPF 50+ also protect you from the sun. Meanwhile, the front panel uses LOSANGA. This material ensures there's less pressure around your sensitive areas, enhancing comfort on long days in the saddle. Wrapped in ComfortThe GTO straps and leg panels feature Assos' rollBar and one-piece Butterfly panel construction. This offers extra stability and support. Each leag panel also features louvreTec darted construction, delivering a custom, compressive hold of your thighs. At the ends of the thighs, the raw-cut skinGrip finish, with minimal silicone grip, prevents your shorts from riding up while also exerting minimal pressure. A raw-cut waist also delivers a pressure-free and smooth fit. MILLE GTO C2 InsertUsing their stitch-free goldenGate technology and reversed seams, the MILLE GTO C2 Insert is honed for long-distance cycling comfort. The front features Assos' sunDeck superlight - a successor to their iconic kukuPenthouse - made using an ultrasoft foam-free textile to form a preshaped cup that both supports the male anatomy and promotes maximum ventilation.The pad also features the twin21 System made of three separate layers. Firstly an 11mm of lightweight microShock foam gives shock absorption. Next 10mm of lower-density matrix foam. This is sandwiched between the microShock and the 3D waffle outer to fully absorb micro-vibrations. The 3D waffle itself is a 3-layer perforated foam that increases breathability and eliminates excess weight.Features:Materials: 53% Polyamide, 30% Polyester, 17% ElastaneWarp-knit of OSSIDIA fabric for compressive holdLOSANGA front panels - remove pressure in a sensitive arearollBar and one-piece Butterfly panel constructionGTO straps and leg panelszeroWaist raw-cut, tape-reinforced edge, for the smoothest transition between shorts and skin/base layersuperFlat X-FRAME - single section of elastic material - folded over on itself - forming a supportive X-frame that delivers limited vertical stretch in the rearskinGrip raw-cut edge with minimal silicone treatment secures the shorts in placeMILLE GTO C2 InsertStandard LengthBuy Assos Cycle Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Assos MILLE GT Cycling Bib Shorts GTO C2Sitting at the peak of the Assos Mille line, the MILLE GT Cycling Bib Shorts GTO C2 offer unrivalled levels of muscle support and flexibility. They're a peerless match for your longest of days in the saddle.A quantum leap forward in performance, the MILLE GT Cycling Bib Shorts GTO C2 have been engineered from the ground up to offer the finest level of support, flexibility and comfort on long bike rides. A radical reshaping of panels and advanced fabrics enhance muscle support while tapered leg panels give an almost custom fit, tuned to your physique. Ossidia textile - Muscle-wrapping CompressionUsed across the lower back and thighs, Assos' Ossidia textile gives a smooth and compressive fit, helping promote blood flow, push back fatigue and maintain all-day comfort. The highly elastic ultrathin yarns also deliver a second-skin fit with outstanding flexibility and a high degree of breathability. UPF 50+ also protect you from the sun. Meanwhile, the front panel uses LOSANGA. This material ensures there's less pressure around your sensitive areas, enhancing comfort on long days in the saddle. Wrapped in ComfortThe GTO straps and leg panels feature Assos' rollBar and one-piece Butterfly panel construction. This offers extra stability and support. Each leag panel also features louvreTec darted construction, delivering a custom, compressive hold of your thighs. At the ends of the thighs, the raw-cut skinGrip finish, with minimal silicone grip, prevents your shorts from riding up while also exerting minimal pressure. A raw-cut waist also delivers a pressure-free and smooth fit. MILLE GTO C2 InsertUsing their stitch-free goldenGate technology and reversed seams, the MILLE GTO C2 Insert is honed for long-distance cycling comfort. The front features Assos' sunDeck superlight - a successor to their iconic kukuPenthouse - made using an ultrasoft foam-free textile to form a preshaped cup that both supports the male anatomy and promotes maximum ventilation.The pad also features the twin21 System made of three separate layers. Firstly an 11mm of lightweight microShock foam gives shock absorption. Next 10mm of lower-density matrix foam. This is sandwiched between the microShock and the 3D waffle outer to fully absorb micro-vibrations. The 3D waffle itself is a 3-layer perforated foam that increases breathability and eliminates excess weight.Features:Materials: 53% Polyamide, 30% Polyester, 17% ElastaneWarp-knit of OSSIDIA fabric for compressive holdLOSANGA front panels - remove pressure in a sensitive arearollBar and one-piece Butterfly panel constructionGTO straps and leg panelszeroWaist raw-cut, tape-reinforced edge, for the smoothest transition between shorts and skin/base layersuperFlat X-FRAME - single section of elastic material - folded over on itself - forming a supportive X-frame that delivers limited vertical stretch in the rearskinGrip raw-cut edge with minimal silicone treatment secures the shorts in placeMILLE GTO C2 InsertStandard LengthBuy Assos Cycle Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Assos MILLE GT Cycling Bib Shorts GTO C2Sitting at the peak of the Assos Mille line, the MILLE GT Cycling Bib Shorts GTO C2 offer unrivalled levels of muscle support and flexibility. They're a peerless match for your longest of days in the saddle.A quantum leap forward in performance, the MILLE GT Cycling Bib Shorts GTO C2 have been engineered from the ground up to offer the finest level of support, flexibility and comfort on long bike rides. A radical reshaping of panels and advanced fabrics enhance muscle support while tapered leg panels give an almost custom fit, tuned to your physique. Ossidia textile - Muscle-wrapping CompressionUsed across the lower back and thighs, Assos' Ossidia textile gives a smooth and compressive fit, helping promote blood flow, push back fatigue and maintain all-day comfort. The highly elastic ultrathin yarns also deliver a second-skin fit with outstanding flexibility and a high degree of breathability. UPF 50+ also protect you from the sun. Meanwhile, the front panel uses LOSANGA. This material ensures there's less pressure around your sensitive areas, enhancing comfort on long days in the saddle. Wrapped in ComfortThe GTO straps and leg panels feature Assos' rollBar and one-piece Butterfly panel construction. This offers extra stability and support. Each leag panel also features louvreTec darted construction, delivering a custom, compressive hold of your thighs. At the ends of the thighs, the raw-cut skinGrip finish, with minimal silicone grip, prevents your shorts from riding up while also exerting minimal pressure. A raw-cut waist also delivers a pressure-free and smooth fit. MILLE GTO C2 InsertUsing their stitch-free goldenGate technology and reversed seams, the MILLE GTO C2 Insert is honed for long-distance cycling comfort. The front features Assos' sunDeck superlight - a successor to their iconic kukuPenthouse - made using an ultrasoft foam-free textile to form a preshaped cup that both supports the male anatomy and promotes maximum ventilation.The pad also features the twin21 System made of three separate layers. Firstly an 11mm of lightweight microShock foam gives shock absorption. Next 10mm of lower-density matrix foam. This is sandwiched between the microShock and the 3D waffle outer to fully absorb micro-vibrations. The 3D waffle itself is a 3-layer perforated foam that increases breathability and eliminates excess weight.Features:Materials: 53% Polyamide, 30% Polyester, 17% ElastaneWarp-knit of OSSIDIA fabric for compressive holdLOSANGA front panels - remove pressure in a sensitive arearollBar and one-piece Butterfly panel constructionGTO straps and leg panelszeroWaist raw-cut, tape-reinforced edge, for the smoothest transition between shorts and skin/base layersuperFlat X-FRAME - single section of elastic material - folded over on itself - forming a supportive X-frame that delivers limited vertical stretch in the rearskinGrip raw-cut edge with minimal silicone treatment secures the shorts in placeMILLE GTO C2 InsertStandard LengthBuy Assos Cycle Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.