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Freewheel MTB Ride Shorts

Outdoor Research

Current Price $130.00
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Color: Pro Khaki
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These durable shorts are stretchy, breathable and weather-resistant, designed to rip the mountain bike down the trails with confidence and comfort. They have quick-drying, water/wind-resistant qualities with movement-mirroring stretch that compliments every pedal stroke. The DuraPrint™ technology reinforces the hems for superior abrasion resistance against the toughest terrain. The contoured waistband with a higher back provides essential coverage when maneuvering the bike through complex terrain. A slide lock snap closure, bonded back waistband and Low-Pro™ side waist adjustment tabs create a custom fit.

  • Front zip with snap closure
  • Side loading left security zip pocket; top loading right hip security zip pocket
  • Articulated leg openings with front drop coverage over kneepads
  • DuraPrint overlay print at hem for abrasion resistance
  • Low-Pro side waist adjustment tabs
  • Can layer over liner shorts (sold separately)
  • 88% nylon, 12% elastane
  • Machine wash, tumble dry
  • Imported
  • Item #11276934
  • Core Product ID 333334B7RY

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  • The brand says this runs true to size.
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(48)484.8 out of 5
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Most helpful positive review

June 3, 2026

Good riding shorts

These are comfy shorts that I wear over bibs. The thigh pocket keeps my phone snug and accessible. It does not bounce around while pedaling. The button system is nice. I bought them tight so I cant comment on the hip synching system. They fit pretty compatibly even with my big DH knee pads. No crashes yet, but durability seems good. Would buy a second pair. Im a 28" in the Ferossi shorts and bought 28 in these and they are snug, so pretty similar.
Steve C

Most helpful critical review

May 29, 2026

Very Small, size up!!

I wear a 34 pant size, and have many pants and shorts in 34, including many by Outdoor Research, but these are wayyyy too small and tight. Maybe my legs are too big but for mountain biking these shorts might work if you want a tight fit, but I cannot wear these over any type of chamois or knee pads. Definitely size up! The quality looks good, and I bet if they had a little more room they would be excellent, but I am unable to wear them at all.
Keli K

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June 3, 2026

Good riding shorts

These are comfy shorts that I wear over bibs. The thigh pocket keeps my phone snug and accessible. It does not bounce around while pedaling. The button system is nice. I bought them tight so I cant comment on the hip synching system. They fit pretty compatibly even with my big DH knee pads. No crashes yet, but durability seems good. Would buy a second pair. Im a 28" in the Ferossi shorts and bought 28 in these and they are snug, so pretty similar.
Steve C
May 29, 2026

Very Small, size up!!

I wear a 34 pant size, and have many pants and shorts in 34, including many by Outdoor Research, but these are wayyyy too small and tight. Maybe my legs are too big but for mountain biking these shorts might work if you want a tight fit, but I cannot wear these over any type of chamois or knee pads. Definitely size up! The quality looks good, and I bet if they had a little more room they would be excellent, but I am unable to wear them at all.
Keli K
May 9, 2026

Amazing quality shorts

These are incredible! They're really light/stretchy, breathable, pockets are big and in the right place, the adjustable waist straps are great for dialing in the fit perfectly, and they wick moisture very well. The only real con is that they run a little small and I'd recommend sizing up. Overall I'm very happy with these shorts. You folks have done it again.
Twozee
Apr 11, 2026

New Favorite Shorts

Great fit and excellent function. At 6’ these shorts provide enough length to cover knee pads with longer gauntlets. Right thigh pocket has a horizontal zipper that holds a phone perfectly in place and disappears while pedaling. Left thigh pocket has a vertical zipper, and I have yet to find a practical use for it. Aside from that single gripe I am really enjoying these shorts. For reference in conventional jeans I’m a size 31, and I went 31 with these shorts. The fit is spot on while offering room for adjustment to synch them down if ever needed.
Ryan P
Apr 9, 2026

Some of the best MTB shorts ever

This is my second pair of these shorts. They fit true to size, constructed well and made of great materials.
Kevin S
Mar 26, 2026

Fits small, material thin

Like the loook of these online and the colour options. When I got them though I found the fit definitely on the small side. Normally I’m a 30 waist in many other brands and I couldn’t get close to cinching the waist button closed on these. Length also surprisingly high above the knee which was not what I wanted. The material also seemed thin - not sure how they would hold up to a crash or just over the long term. For reference, I normally wear Leatt Trail 3 shorts in size small, and find those superior over these in fit (more articulated, slightly longer) and more durable material. Had to return.
Mtber

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