Customer Reviews of Pearl Izumi Launch MTB Shorts (For Men)

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Closeouts. Mountain bikers who prefer a little more coverage will appreciate Pearl Izumi Launch two-in-one shorts. Get the benefits of padded, anatomic cycling shorts on the inside, with roomy shorts on the outside.

Outer shorts:
Stretch waist segments for a comfortable fit
Two hook-and-loop rear pockets
Inseam: 10-½”
Fabric: Nylon
Liner:
Cool, breathable stretch fabric
Multi-density chamois cycling pad
Stretch waist
Silicone thigh grippers
Fabric: 80% polyester, 20% spandex
Care: Machine wash/dry
Closeouts. Macau, fabric imported.
Size: XS(26-28) S(29-31) M(32-34) L(35-37) XL(38-41) 2XL(42-45)

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Mens Sizes

	XS	S	M	L	XL	XXL
Neck	13 - 13.5	14 - 14.5	15 - 15.5	16 - 16.5	17 - 17.5	18 - 18.5
Chest	30 - 32	34 - 36	38 - 40	42 - 44	46 - 48	50 - 52
Reg Sleeve	31 - 32	32 - 33	33 - 34	34 - 35	35 - 36	35 - 36
Tall Sleeve	N/A	33 - 34	34 - 35	35 - 36	36 - 37	37 - 38
Waist	27	28 - 30	32 - 34	36 - 38	40 - 42	44 - 48
Length	Short	Regular	Tall
Height	5'3" - 5'7"	5'8" - 6'0"	6'1" - 6'4"

Note: Please use the following sizing chart for general reference only. Sizes between different vendors and manufacturers does vary. Item specific sizing is best found in the item description.

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Great shorts, but run big

By Life is Good from Orange, CA on 01/31/2011

Pros:
Comfortable, Good Padding
Best Uses:
Mountain Biking
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Length:
Feels too long
Waist:
Feels too big
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Ordered the size that I usually order, but the shorts were huge. Seemed at least one size too large. Otherwise, they were great shorts. Good padding. The inner shorts were a little tricky to get on as they were attached (kind of), and were twisted. Overall a good pair of shorts, but I had to return because they were too big.

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Padded bike shorts

By Johnny on the road again from Sarasota, Florida on 03/29/2010

Pros:
Dries Quickly, Good Fit, Good Padding, Good Pockets
Cons:
None as yet
Best Uses:
Commuting, Long Rides, Mountain Biking, Road Biking, Warm Weather, Wet Weather
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Length:
Feels too long
Waist:
Feels true to size
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Spin class at the gym and every day riding causal looking performance gear. Not a leatard or spandex run in to the store or walking around you don't look like you just finished the tour de France.

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Pretty good MTB shorts

By Robby from Newport Beach,Ca on 12/13/2009

Pros:
Breathable, Comfortable, Dries Quickly, Good Fit, Good Padding, Good Pockets
Best Uses:
Commuting, Mountain Biking, Warm Weather, Wet Weather
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Length:
Feels true to length
Waist:
Feels true to size
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I use for Mtn biking or at the gym when riding stationary bikes. Excellent construction and padding. Highly recommend.

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Works well enough

By Robert sky man from Brooklyn, NY on 11/19/2009

Pros:
Breathable, Comfortable, Dries Quickly, Good Padding
Best Uses:
Road Biking, Warm Weather
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Length:
Feels true to length
Waist:
Feels true to size
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

It's a little strange the way the bicycle shorts with the chamois are a separate piece hanging within the outer shorts; it takes some focus to put them on without them getting tangled. But once on, they're comfortable.

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Great shorts if you carry a bit of extra

By Dave from Richmond, VA on 10/10/2009

Pros:
Comfortable, Dries Quickly, Good Padding, Great Fit
Describe Yourself:
Avid Cyclist
Length:
Feels true to length
Waist:
Feels true to size
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Skinny waisted truly fit cyclists won't like the fit. If you have an extra inch or two or in the waist, the fit is great. Look like normal shorts. Tough. Durable.

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Ok, but a little tight in the thigh area

By kw27 from SLC, UT on 09/28/2009

Describe Yourself:
Avid Cyclist
Length:
Feels too long
Waist:
Feels true to size
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Tried them for 2 MTB rides (3+ hours) and they worked fine. lining is permanently attached to outer shorts. The shorts material was thicker and a little long for my taste as bike shorts.

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Excellent for All Types of Rides

By Regular Commuter from Durham, NC on 09/16/2009

Pros:
Comfortable, Good Padding, Great Fit
Best Uses:
Commuting, Long Rides, Road Biking
Describe Yourself:
Avid Cyclist
Length:
Feels true to length
Waist:
Feels true to size
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Great fit and they look more like normal shorts than the usual cycling attire. Extremely comfortable. I like them so much that I ordered another one.

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Great!

By the biker from Philly on 09/16/2009

Pros:
Breathable, Comfortable, Good Padding, Great Fit
Best Uses:
Spinning Class
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Length:
Feels true to length
Waist:
Feels true to size
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I really like the shorts. They are confy, well padded and breathable. I'm really happy with my purchase! I'll get another one

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Pearl Izumi Launch MTB Shorts

By The Shadow Rider from Portland, OR on 09/14/2009

Pros:
Breathable, Dries Quickly, Good Padding
Cons:
First pair of MTB Shorts, Pockets not easy to open, Takes getting use to
Best Uses:
Long Rides, Road Biking, Warm Weather
Describe Yourself:
Avid Cyclist
Length:
Feels true to length
Waist:
Feels too small
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

As a first pair, they need getting use to -- they grip differently than attack shorts. They get tangled in the wash. You have to be careful putting them on so they don't get tangled and don't fit properly.

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I would buy this product again.

By Tom from Colorado Springs, CO on 09/13/2009

Pros:
Breathable, Comfortable, Dries Quickly, Good Padding
Best Uses:
Long Rides
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Length:
Feels true to length
Waist:
Feels true to size
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I'm just getting back into cycling again, and these shorts really go a long way in making my rides a lot more bearable.

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