I’m not a real cyclist, I say to myself as I buy a cheap, basic exercise bike. I’m not that into spinning, I say to myself as I replace that bike a year later (it wore out from constant use). I’m not dressed like a silly cyclist, I say as I strap into my cycling shoes. And I climb on the bike and proceed to ride for an hour in normal, unpadded shorts. Because I’m a dumbass.
The padding isn’t actually the point, but it’s a nice bonus. A cycling chamois (pronounced “shammy”) is a pad that sits against your skin to prevent chafing. Originally these were thin leather made from sheep or deer skin, and you’d rub in a cream to soften it. Eventually cycling apparel companies figured out how to make a synthetic version, which wicks moisture and provides some extra padding as well.
I bought my first pair of cycling shorts on a whim, like, “let’s see how good they actually are.” I was never a person who had much trouble with saddle soreness, but I have to admit that long rides are much more comfortable in the chamois than when I was wearing unpadded leggings or bike shorts.
How to buy your first pair of cycling shorts
When you buy your cycling shorts, they’ll be sold as either “men’s” or “women’s” models. Women’s tend to have wider padding in the back, and men’s tend to have longer padding with a groove down the center to avoid pressure on the perineum (which can cause numbness).
Cycling shorts to consider:
Basic shorts: women’s (NOOYME—I have a pair of these exact shorts), men’s (BALEAF)
Nice bibs, if you’re fancy: women’s, men’s (both Pearl Izumi Pro Bib)
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The second point follows from the first: Wash it every time you wear it. A thorough rinse in the shower is a good-enough way to keep your chamois fresh if you don’t have time to do a full load of laundry before your next ride. (Cycling shorts tend to dry quickly.) Cyclists recommend taking off the chamois as soon as you’re done with your ride, rather than sitting around in it any longer than you have to. Pack a change of shorts if you aren’t going home right away.
And, speaking of diapers: Yes, it will feel like you’re wearing one. If you’ve ever had the pleasure of wearing a gigantic maxi pad, it’s a lot like that. But the awkwardness ends as soon as you hop on your bike; then you just feel comfortable.
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