This is only the 2nd pair of bike pants I have ever owned. The other pair was many years ago & I forgot what happened to them. I started biking, again, so I thought I would order. They definitely work well. The band around the leg, is a big tight, but I guess it is supposed to be. Personally, I would probably prefer a smoother look, versus the squeezing at the band. No big deal, though. The padding is different than my original pair, which was sort of in the form of a saddle. I was worried this would not work well, because the pad is much smaller and sort of in the shape of a sanitary pad. However, again, it works! Overall, I am out and about happily biking around. :)I love these shorts! I have an hour glass shape, and decided to go up a size from what was recommended on the chart, and still felt like they were a bit small, but not to the point that they were uncomfortable. It's difficult to find a comfortable tri outfit having an hour glass shape, but these shorts, paired with the matching top, worked out great for my sprint tri.Best cycling shorts that I own! Love the wide waistband and leg bands - no uncomfortable silicone! Very flattering fit especially in the back and thighs. I don't like heavy thick padding so these are perfect- just enough thickness and but narrow enough to swim and run. They wash well (cold) and air dry extremely fast. I'm usually between a size small and medium but opted for the small which fit perfectly.Great style and cut, sizing fits ok but would prefer tighter fit. The chamois is great, ideal for the Ironman bike.My second pair of these shorts. Very comfortable for 50+ mile rides. Biking shorts have too much padding for me. These are just right. I weigh 116 pounds. Size small fit perfect.good fit and comfortableused for 70.3 triathlon. super comfortableNot as advertised at all! Minimal padding and seams that irritate! Worst bike shorts I’ve ever had.