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  • Lycra and mesh base construction.
  • Ventilated foam padding on hip, thigh and tailbone areas.
  • Hard PU inserts reinforce the thigh and tailbone areas for additional impact and abrasion resistance.
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Overall rating 
4.7 / 5
4.7 / 5
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Rating breakdown 18 reviews
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4 stars
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Bang for the Buck 
4.6 / 5
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Style 
4.5 / 5
4.5 / 5
Comfort 
4.8 / 5
4.8 / 5
Protection & Durability 
4.7 / 5
4.7 / 5
Air Flow 
4.4 / 5
4.4 / 5
Features 
4.6 / 5
4.6 / 5
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Small
1.8 / 5
Large
18 out of 18(100%)customers recommend this product.
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18 Lycra and mesh base construction. Ventilated foam padding on hip, thigh and tailbone areas. Hard PU inserts reinforce the thigh and tailbone areas for additional impact and abrasion resistance.
Overall rating 
4.7 / 5
4.7 / 5
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Rating breakdown 18 reviews
5 stars
14
4 stars
3
3 stars
1
2 stars
0
1 star
0
Bang for the Buck 
4.6 / 5
4.6 / 5
Style 
4.5 / 5
4.5 / 5
Comfort 
4.8 / 5
4.8 / 5
Protection & Durability 
4.7 / 5
4.7 / 5
Air Flow 
4.4 / 5
4.4 / 5
Features 
4.6 / 5
4.6 / 5
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Small
1.8 / 5
Large
18 out of 18(100%)customers recommend this product.
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Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Great fit, great protection!
PostedMay 12, 2012
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From Sykesville
State:MD
Rider Type:Kneedragger
Age:55-64
Gender:male
Bang for the Buck 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Style 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Comfort 
5 / 5
5 / 5
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5 / 5
5 / 5
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5 / 5
5 / 5
I purchased this product specifically for a dirt/flat track riding school, Cornerspin's 'roadracing in the dirt' school. The school minimally recommended Alpinestars' Comp Pro short but the EXPERTS at Revzilla, who knew EXACTLY what I was talking about school-wise, recommended this short with armored padding. Man am I glad I did. I'm pretty beat up from the crashing. My legs/knees, ribs, shoulder, and head got banged up a bunch, but my hips, thighs, and tushie are AOK. I also used my Knox roadrace back protector and rented the school's knee and elbow protectors.
Fitwise I ordered medium for my 5'8" 158 lb frame. The thighs and seat were perfect and although I thought the leg opening was a bit small, the shorts were absolutely fine. I wore them for the two day class, probably 10 hours each day. I had absolutely no issues with the tailbone protection, sitting or riding. The training was a combination of classroom, sitting in chair under a shade canopy, and riding. And with dirt/flat track riding, you did sitting UP. I wore them to and from the riding facility, nearly an hour in the car each way. I really forgot I had them on. I don't wear tight jeans and wore them to the track under the jeans. Your tushie however MAY look a little larger ...
Temp/comfort-wise they weren't any hotter to wear than my other riding gear, MX pants and jersey. The 1st day of riding it was mid-upper 80s. The 2nd day, upper 70s to low 80s. I sweated profusely both days but the shorts weren't a distraction. They did however bleed pink from the red inner liner. Perhaps I should have washed them first but I didn't ...
The shorts do not have zipper or opening for nature calls, but that may just be how all products of this type are. It wasn't a major hassle ...
My crashed a bunch in the school. It was all low speed stuff. Still we rode 'feet up' on the pegs and so when the bike went out, lost the front or rear, it happened pretty darn quickly. Bang! You're down on the hard packed dirt/clay. There was plenty of protection and so the product performed perfectly for me.
I can't speak to the durability very much since I used them just last weekend. There's no damage to the shorts from my low speed crashing. I'm giving serious thoughts to using them for any street riding and perhaps track days...
Ops did I mention I ordered them on a Wednesday morning and received them the next day on Thursday afternoon? How'd they do that?
All in all the product worked for me. I'm still sore one week later in lots of places, excepting my hips, thighs, and tushie, so I'm giving 'em 5 stars!
Yes, I recommend this product.
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4 / 5
4 / 5
Glad I got em.
PostedMay 7, 2012
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From Morganton
State:NC
Rider Type:Adventurer
Age:55-64
Gender:male
Bang for the Buck 
4 / 5
4 / 5
Style 
4 / 5
4 / 5
Comfort 
4 / 5
4 / 5
Protection & Durability 
4 / 5
4 / 5
Air Flow 
4 / 5
4 / 5
Features 
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4 / 5
Fit well. Work on my KLR and my R1200RT. Add protection where my riding pants don't. Worth pulling on before assaulting the pavement or gravel. As with all armor, I hope they are a waste of money, but will be worth several times the cost if I need them.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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4 / 5
4 / 5
Recommended to be part of riding gear on medium to long trips
PostedApril 15, 2012
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From Singapore
Rider Type:Adventurer
Age:35-44
Gender:male
State:OR
Bang for the Buck 
4 / 5
4 / 5
Style 
4 / 5
4 / 5
Comfort 
4 / 5
4 / 5
Protection & Durability 
4 / 5
4 / 5
Air Flow 
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2 / 5
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4 / 5
4 / 5
I bought this based on the reviews here. I'd say the reviews have been mostly accurate and reflective of the actual product.
The fit/sizing/feel is good. A little more assured wearing it...
However, I can feel the back protection piece against my tailbone when seated on a normal chair. My main gripe is that, in a warm and humid climate like Southeast Asia, this pair of shorts is and will definitely be warm to riders like myself in spite of the mesh and thin material. Good thing I ride mostly at night when the temperature is much cooler than the stifling daytime heat. On balance, however, I find that the benefits of this pair of shorts outweigh the heat. Better sweat than bleed!
For fitting into normal bottoms, skinny jeans are a no-no. For normal fit jeans, I believe ladies will notice your posterior more often than before since these shorts really enhances the fit.
I bought a pair of basic knee/shin guards separately and both complement each other in terms of fit/comfort/protection. Once again, the Southeast Asian climate doesn't help much, but Safety Over Slight Discomfort!
Rides: 2008 Honda XL1000VA Varadero
Yes, I recommend this product.
 
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5 / 5
5 / 5
Protection & Comfort
PostedApril 2, 2012
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From Boston
State:MA
Rider Type:Adventurer
Age:55-64
Gender:male
Bang for the Buck 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Style 
4 / 5
4 / 5
Comfort 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Air Flow 
4 / 5
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Features 
5 / 5
5 / 5
As any other Alpinestars product I bought before, this product is excellent.
My jeans size is 38 (US) so I bought the XXL (see Alpinestars size table for mens pants). It fits a little loose at the waist and a little tight around leg, so overall fitting is true to the size table.
Very comfortable, even when off the bike (I don't feel even when seating at the dinner table). A must buy if you do off road, but also recommended if you just do cruising and like to use jeans or cargo pants (you can't even see them, provided that your jeans are the normal relaxed fit)
Be sure to wear something under. These should be worn over boxers.
Good job Alpinestars and also Thank you Revzilla!!!
Rides: 2008 BMW F800GS
Yes, I recommend this product.
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5 / 5
5 / 5
Comfortable and protective
PostedMarch 31, 2012
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Knowmaddd
 
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State:TX
Bang for the Buck 
4 / 5
4 / 5
Style 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Comfort 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Protection & Durability 
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5 / 5
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5 / 5
Nobody likes to think about crashing. I think that's one reason many people don't use protective gear.
These shorts are my go to for my daily commute. They fit well (I'm 5' 9", 160LB and wear medium) and are very comfortable. Medium cut or baggy jeans fit over them.
I think these shorts are good value and also, a good part of any 'contingency' plan.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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5 / 5
5 / 5
great fit
PostedFebruary 28, 2012
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From niles
State:MI
Rider Type:Road Warrior
Age:25-34
Gender:male
Bang for the Buck 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Style 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Comfort 
5 / 5
5 / 5
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5 / 5
5 / 5
havent rode with them yet (michigan), but i rocked them all day at work(cnc machinist). i am 200lbs, 5'11" and wear a 36 jeans and i ordered LG. i have some older 38 old navy jeans and they fit under them perfectly. didnt get hot and should work well with a cup(nutty buddy). pull the trigger on these, no brainer....
Rides: 1996 Honda CBR600F F3
Yes, I recommend this product.
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5 / 5
5 / 5
Very well made and a great fit
PostedFebruary 20, 2012
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From Fort Myers
State:FL
Rider Type:Road Warrior
Age:45-54
Gender:male
Bang for the Buck 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Style 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Comfort 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Protection & Durability 
5 / 5
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Air Flow 
4 / 5
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Features 
5 / 5
5 / 5
I previously used a Knox armored short (purchased from another source) that I was happy with until I had a low side accident and suffered some severe bruising on my hip. I have changed to Alpinestars because of the better quality and more protective Bionic armor. The fit is fantastic and so is the quality of the product. Revzilla blew me away with the fast shipping and outstanding service
Yes, I recommend this product.
 
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5 / 5
5 / 5
Great added protection
PostedFebruary 14, 2012
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From Ft lauderdale
State:FL
Rider Type:Moto Newb
Age:25-34
Gender:male
Bang for the Buck 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Style 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Comfort 
5 / 5
5 / 5
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5 / 5
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Some alpinestars gear fits differently but this was true to size. Can wear this under anything that normally isn't skin tight. It's excellent added protection and peace of mind. Don't think if you wear a tshirt and these shorts you are invincible. These do their job, which is added protection of the hip leg area when you don't want full pants without adding a huge amount of bulk.
Rides: 2005 Yamaha YZF-R1
Yes, I recommend this product.
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if my waist measurement is 32 what is the best size for me?

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I think a MD would give you a snug fit.
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I'm 5'8", weigh 158. 32 pants are a bit large for me. I wear 31 waist when I can get pants in that size. I purchased MEDIUM and they fit fine. The waist/seat was maybe a tad large and the leg opening maybe a tad small, but I wore them for 2 full days at Cornerspin 'roadracing in the dirt' school and they were nearly perfect for me.
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I have the same waist. My height is 1.77m, 70kg.
MD fits like a glove - snug.
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I based my purchase on their sizing chart and with me, they got it right. I would recommend you get size Medium.
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I'm a 32 and have prechased a med. It is a nice snug fit alittle tight in elastic around leg if u r planing on getting any hevyer I would buy next size up
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i got s/m and im a 30 and it fits good and comfortable it has a lot of adjustability :]
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Product Style RevZilla SKU ID Manufacturer Product # Availability
SM 605985 650707-13-S In Stock: Ships within 24 hours
MD 605986 650707-13-M In Stock: Ships within 24 hours
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XL 605988 650707-13-XL In Stock: Ships within 24 hours
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