Skid Mark MTB Shorts 12"
Bike Specific Fit | 4 Zipper Pockets | Durable & Stretchy
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All orders in the US receive free shipping + free returns.
Not your typical MTB short.
The mission with the Skid Mark mountain bike shorts was to nail all the useful features you’d want on the bike, tailored with a mountain bike specific fit and a durable fabric that’s stretchy, comfy and lacks swooshy’ness. We went with a progressive fit that’s not too loose, nor too tight, preventing your shorts from getting caught on your saddle. The length and cut is perfect to cover knee pads while the higher back rise on the waist prevents plumbers crack while seated. Packed with more useful features like two side zipper pockets and two rear zipper pockets, a stretchy waistband with built in belt to dial in the perfect fit, and our not patented at all "arse steam release tech" which is our fancy way of saying we laser cut some holes just below the waistband.
Product Features
- 12" inseam perfect for MTB
- Super stretchy, lightweight, durable fabric
- Water & stain repellant
- Grippy waistband & G hook adjustable closure with a snap button
- Quick drying
- Slightly longer cut up front to accommodate knee guards
- Two mesh lined front pockets
- Two rear zipper pockets
- Two side zipper pockets
Fabric Details
- 96% Nylon, 4% Spandex
- Weight: 232g (taken from size medium)
- Fabric weight: 156gsm
Shipping / Returns
- Fast & free shipping on all US orders.
- Free returns/exchanges on all products. We just ask that the product is still new & unwashed :)
- U.S. expedited delivery cutoff is 12PM PST. Orders placed after 12PM PST will ship the following business day.
- Free international shipping on orders over $100.
- For more information regarding shipping, returns, or exchanges, please click here to visit our Shipping & Returns page.
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Everything we make is guaranteed to be amazing & last a lifetime. We stand behind our craftsmanship with a lifetime warranty & offer a thorough repair / replace program. Visit our Warranty / Repairs page for more information on our commitment to excellence.
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What Customers Are Saying...
Justin S.
New Favorite Shorts!
Perfect shorts! The length is great with knee pads. They’re definitely thicker than expected, and I imagine they’ll hold up well in a crash. Cool features and great pockets!
Casey A.
So Good You’ll **** Your Pants
The material is the perfect blend of lightweight yet tough for summer riding and will most definitely work for the shoulder seasons here in Montana. I dig the style!
Dan W.
The Best MTB Shorts!
I love the thoughtfulness of the pocket locations. I love everything about these shorts! My wife says they're the best looking MTB gear I own too.
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This product is rated 4.9 of 5.0 stars.
It has received 407 reviews.
Customer Reviews
I’ve owned several pairs of MTB shorts (Specialized, 7mesh) and tried on several more (Yeti, Fox, Poc) and these are the best yet. They feel comfy yet durable, fit perfectly and function great.
Very light weight but, material still feels tough. Super impressed with the flexibility. Love the built in belt.
Great shorts. I’m skinny so even slim fot designs are too baggy for me. These are just right.
These bike shorts are a monster step up from what I been using. Lighter, more comfortable on longer ride, plenty of zip pockets. Love them!
The material on these shorts is excellent—high quality, durable, and comfortable for riding. I really like the pocket layout, and the zippers are smooth and secure, which is great for keeping things safe on the trail.
That said, the integrated G-hook belt doesn’t stay tight, so the shorts tend to slide down. I live in a humid place, so sweat might play a role in that, and I’m not super slim, which probably doesn’t help either. Unfortunately, there are no belt loops, so I can’t swap it out for a regular belt. For me, that makes them hard to use as true riding shorts.
Overall, they’re well-made and thoughtfully designed in most areas, but the waistband system needs work. If they added belt loops or improved the hook, these would be perfect.