MTB pants - more comfort on the trail
Mountain bikers have different requirements than road cyclists when it comes to cycling pants & shorts. First and foremost, they have to be tough. On the trail, dust, mud and maybe even one or two involuntary falls can stress the fabric. Aerodynamics play a relatively minor role for most mountain bikers. Comfort, durability and flexibility, often in combination with optional knee protectors, quickly become the more important factors - as well as mtb style. Depending on requirements, choose between wide MTB shorts with or without padded inner pants, classic tight Lycra cycling shorts with padding, extra-robust downhill pants or long MTB shorts.