TOUR readers know that the "seat leather" in your trousers is no longer leather. But the most important cycling gear still harbours secrets even for connoisseurs: Here are the answers to many questions about cycling legwear. (TOUR 7/2007)
Have cycling shorts evolved in the last ten years?
Yes, especially the seat padding. The materials used for the inserts have developed to such an extent that nobody misses the deerskin of the past. Most modern seat pads dry quickly and remain supple and durable. An important innovation is elasticated inserts, which are mainly found in expensive models. They can increase seating comfort, put less strain on the seams and the edges of such seat cushions are less prone to chafing.
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