18 Best Bike Shorts to Wear All Summer Long
Once reserved for mountain trails and road races, bike shorts have become a wardrobe staple, transforming from cyclist essential to fashion statement that’s made its way into the closets of supermodels, yoga enthusiasts, and comfort-seeking travelers alike.
Whether the athleisure look is something you subscribe to or not, there’s no denying just how practical bike shorts are: They’re hyper-comfortable, effortlessly packable, and extremely versatile, as easily paired with exercise tops as they are blazers, and fit for wherever you’re headed next—be it the gym, a hike or picnic in the park, or simply lounging on the couch at a hotel or in your summer Airbnb. Ahead, discover 18 of the best bike shorts to add to your suitcase this summer.
For every day
For active days
For biking days
For lazy days
This article has been updated with new information since its original publish date. Additional reporting by Lindsey Olander.
For every day
Girlfriend Collective High Waist Bike Shorts
$48.00, Girlfriend
Set Active Luxform bike shorts
$65.00, Set Active
Girlfriend Collective Bike Unitard
$78.00, Girlfriend Collective
Halara Crossover Side Pocket Biker Shorts
$35.00, Halara
For active days
Lululemon Base Pace high-rise short
$74.00, Lululemon
Ganni Active Ultra High-Waist shorts
$145.00, Ganni
Free People Movement Good Karma ruched shorts
$58.00, Free People
Outdoor Voices Warmup 5" Short
$48.00, Outdoor Voices
$35.00, Nike
For days spent cycling
Helly Hansen Roam short trail tights
$60.00, Helly Hansen
Beroy Womens Bike Shorts with 3D Gel Padded
$30.00, Amazon
Louis Garneau Fit Sensor Shorts
$99.00, Backcountry
$225.00, Backcountry
For lazy days
Alo Yoga Seamless Ribbed Mellow onesie
$128.00, Alo Yoga
Aerie Offline Real Me Crossover bike short
$35.00, Aerie
Beyond Yoga Keep Pace Space Dye Bike Shorts
$68.00, Nordstrom
Year of Ours V-Waist Biker Short
$79.00, Year of Ours
Madewell Form High-Rise 7 1/4" Biker Shorts
$55.00, Madewell
Originally Appeared on Condé Nast Traveler