Men's Quest Shorts
Men's Quest Shorts
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Named "Most Durable Men's Cycling Shorts" and "Best Value Cycling Shorts" by Bicycling.com
The Men's Quest Shorts are built for cyclists seeking all-day comfort and performance-driven design. Whether you're tackling your first long ride or commuting across town, these shorts deliver the essential support you need.
Crafted with moisture-wicking, high-stretch fabric, the Quest Shorts offer a comfortable, breathable fit that moves with you. The SELECT Levitate™ chamois pad provides strategic cushioning and friction reduction, ensuring a smooth, comfortable ride on any terrain. Soft silicone leg grippers keep the shorts in place without pinching or restricting movement, while BioViz™ reflective elements enhance visibility in low-light conditions.
With a classic design focused on comfort and function, the Men's Quest Shorts are a go-to choice for riders who want a reliable, high-quality short for every ride.
Pair them with the Men's Quest Jersey for a complete setup. Or, explore more padded bike shorts and check out all our men's cycling shorts and bib shorts to find your match.
Specs & Features
- Compressive Transfer fabric keeps you cool, dry, and comfortable
- Single-density SELECT Levitate chamois reduces skin abrasion and sit bone discomfort
- Short fabric and reflective trims are made from recycled materials
- 1” plush elastic waistband
- Made with recycled content
- BioViz® powerful reflective elements that reach 100 meters for night visibility
- 9" inseam
Materials & Care
80% recycled nylon, 20% spandex
USE SIMPLE DETERGENTS WITH NO ADDITIVES Never use detergents with fabric softeners, perfumes or any additive type product. The general rule of thumb is the simpler the better. Many detergents with additives leave "surfactants" behind on a fabric's fibers that inhibit the technical performance. Typically the best detergents to use will have "Clear" or "Free" in their names. Don't pour the detergent directly onto the clothing, put it in the washer first, when you start the water. If something is not functionally working, but is not dirty, try rinsing it twice in warm to hot water. This will help get rid of the harmful surfactants. READ THE CONTENT CARE LABEL: On the inside of your garment, or on the hangcard, there are instructions for the care of that individual piece. On garments this will be on a side seam or back seam label. Follow those directions. On finer fabrics, use a "Gentle" cycle. Close all zippers, attach "hook and loop" closures on gloves YOU CAN USE THE DRYER, CAREFULLY: If you use a dryer be sure to use a lower / warm heat setting (Do NOT use a commercial dryer or a "Hot" setting). This will often restore the fabric and help the water and wind repellent qualities. If in doubt, hang the clothing to dry.
FAQs
The Men's Quest Shorts are padded men's cycling shorts built for everyday comfort, from first long rides to weekend miles and commutes.
- Are the Men's Quest Shorts good for newer riders?
Yes. They're built around all-day comfort, with a SELECT Levitate™ chamois and soft silicone leg grippers that stay put without pinching, which makes them an easy first pair and a dependable everyday short. Bicycling named them its Most Durable Men's Cycling Shorts. - What chamois do the Men's Quest Shorts use?
The SELECT Levitate™ chamois, which cushions and reduces friction over everyday ride lengths. The Chamois Guide compares every tier. - Should I choose shorts or bib shorts?
Shorts are quicker on and off and suit shorter rides and commutes. The Men's Quest Bib Shorts hold the chamois in place without a waistband, which many riders prefer on longer rides. - How long is the inseam?
9 inches, with soft silicone leg grippers that hold the hems in place. - Do I wear underwear under cycling shorts?
No. The chamois is designed to sit directly against your skin. Underwear adds seams and traps moisture, which is what causes chafing. - How do they compare to the Men's Attack Shorts and Men's PRO Shorts?
The Men's Attack Shorts add more compression and the dual-density ELITE Levitate™ chamois for regular training. The Men's PRO Shorts carry our top-tier fabric and chamois for long, fast road rides. The Quest Shorts are built around everyday comfort. - What should I wear with the Men's Quest Shorts?
Pair them with the Men's Quest Short Sleeve Jersey for a complete everyday kit.
Overall rating: 4.0511627 / 5 from 430 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
The Men's Quest Shorts are highly regarded for their durability, comfort, and value. Customers appreciate the moisture-wicking fabric and the strategic cushioning provided by the SELECT Levitate chamois pad. While opinions on the material and size vary, the overall quality and fit are consistently praised. The shorts are also noted for their reflective elements, enhancing visibility during low-light rides.
Summary topics
- Overall Product Quality (13%): It was noted by customers that the quality of the product is consistently good, with some mentioning it as excellent or great.
- Chamois Comfort (8%): In general, customers find the chamois comfortable and of good quality, but some wish it was thicker.
- Product Feel (7%): Customers keep praising the great feel of the product, with multiple reviews mentioning how comfortable it feels.
- Ride Comfort (8%): Customers raved about the excellent fit and material resiliency of these shorts for longer rides.
- Product Fit (26%): A significant number of customers appreciated the fit of the product, describing it as perfect, great, and comfortable.
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Review highlights
- "This one, again is excellent craftmanship, high quality materials and nice fit." —
- "Good fit, padding, quality" —
- "Wider/taller waist band is comfortable and the elastic band around the legs sits nicely." —
Reviews
Great quality and great price point
"Very well made, the fabric is clearly good quality and the seams are very strong. After hundreds of miles on these everything still works, the rubber on the thighs still holds them in place. Very true to size and overall comfortable fit. The padding is comfortable and after long rides the support is still there. These shorts are right there in quality with brands that charge double the price. Id definitely buy again."
Good for SHORTER rides
"If you want a pair of cheaper shorts specifically for those shorter weekday rides, these fit the bill. The fit is nice and tight and the chamois pad gives great comfort. But, like the product description states, keep these for the shorter rides around 2 hours or so. If you have the money, consider upgrading to the attack BIB shorts. But if you want a complete wardrobe that doesn't ruin you financially, these are great. Or better yet, get the attack shorts JUST IN CASE you find yourself going the extra distance like I usually do!"
WinterRides
"Great cycling shorts that fit true to size. They’re comfortable, well-made, and provide good support for longer rides. The fit is just right without being too tight or too loose. Overall, a solid pair of cycling shorts and a good value."
Great Shorts
"I like them very much. They get the job done and they look great."
"Surprisingly good quality. Gave the brand a chance and im hapoy with the purchase. Good fit, the fabric and the chamois feel really good even on long rides. Same comfort as chamois double the price."
New Quest
"Good fit, comfortable liner"
"These are great indoor trainers. I got them so that I can ride on the trainer, switch to sparring, and di some HIIT. I needed stretch, but not so much padding,"
A Known Standard
"This is a product that is known well by cyclists for a good short at a value price. There are better products by the same maker and higher prices of course"
Quest shorts
"The waist runs a little bit larger than I would like and the legs are about an inch shorter than I would like but the chamois is good and the material fits well."
Men's Quest Shorts
"I'm very happy with my purchase. The shorts are comfortable and stay comfortable well into a long ride."
Q&A
Product Comparison
Men's Quest Shorts
Men's PRO Shorts
Men's PI/Red Shorts
Men's Expedition Shorts
Men's Attack Shorts
SELECT Levitate Chamois
PRO Levitate Chamois
ELITE Levitate 3D Chamois
ELITE Levitate 3D Chamois
ELITE Levitate Chamois
Up to 2 hours
Over 5 hours
Up to 4 hours
Up to 4 hours
Up to 4 hours
9"
10.5"
10.5"
10.5"
10"
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Yes
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Men's Quest Shorts
Men's PRO Shorts
Men's PI/Red Shorts
Men's Expedition Shorts
Men's Attack Shorts
SELECT Levitate Chamois
PRO Levitate Chamois
ELITE Levitate 3D Chamois
ELITE Levitate 3D Chamois
ELITE Levitate Chamois
Up to 2 hours
Over 5 hours
Up to 4 hours
Up to 4 hours
Up to 4 hours
9"
10.5"
10.5"
10.5"
10"
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Yes
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Customer reviews
What riders say
Review summary
The Men's Quest Shorts are highly regarded for their durability, comfort, and value. Customers appreciate the moisture-wicking fabric and the strategic cushioning provided by the SELECT Levitate chamois pad. While opinions on the material and size vary, the overall quality and fit are consistently praised. The shorts are also noted for their reflective elements, enhancing visibility during low-light rides.
Summarized by Yotpo from customer reviews.
What riders mention
- Overall Product Quality13%It was noted by customers that the quality of the product is consistently good, with some mentioning it as excellent or great.
- Chamois Comfort8%In general, customers find the chamois comfortable and of good quality, but some wish it was thicker.
- Product Feel7%Customers keep praising the great feel of the product, with multiple reviews mentioning how comfortable it feels.
- Ride Comfort8%Customers raved about the excellent fit and material resiliency of these shorts for longer rides.
- Product Fit26%A significant number of customers appreciated the fit of the product, describing it as perfect, great, and comfortable.
In their words
- "This one, again is excellent craftmanship, high quality materials and nice fit."
- "Good fit, padding, quality"
- "Wider/taller waist band is comfortable and the elastic band around the legs sits nicely."
Read recent reviews (10)
Great quality and great price point
"Very well made, the fabric is clearly good quality and the seams are very strong. After hundreds of miles on these everything still works, the rubber on the thighs still holds them in place. Very true to size and overall comfortable fit. The padding is comfortable and after long rides the support is still there. These shorts are right there in quality with brands that charge double the price. Id definitely buy again."
Good for SHORTER rides
"If you want a pair of cheaper shorts specifically for those shorter weekday rides, these fit the bill. The fit is nice and tight and the chamois pad gives great comfort. But, like the product description states, keep these for the shorter rides around 2 hours or so. If you have the money, consider upgrading to the attack BIB shorts. But if you want a complete wardrobe that doesn't ruin you financially, these are great. Or better yet, get the attack shorts JUST IN CASE you find yourself going the extra distance like I usually do!"
WinterRides
"Great cycling shorts that fit true to size. They’re comfortable, well-made, and provide good support for longer rides. The fit is just right without being too tight or too loose. Overall, a solid pair of cycling shorts and a good value."
Great Shorts
"I like them very much. They get the job done and they look great."
"Surprisingly good quality. Gave the brand a chance and im hapoy with the purchase. Good fit, the fabric and the chamois feel really good even on long rides. Same comfort as chamois double the price."
New Quest
"Good fit, comfortable liner"
"These are great indoor trainers. I got them so that I can ride on the trainer, switch to sparring, and di some HIIT. I needed stretch, but not so much padding,"
A Known Standard
"This is a product that is known well by cyclists for a good short at a value price. There are better products by the same maker and higher prices of course"
Quest shorts
"The waist runs a little bit larger than I would like and the legs are about an inch shorter than I would like but the chamois is good and the material fits well."
Men's Quest Shorts
"I'm very happy with my purchase. The shorts are comfortable and stay comfortable well into a long ride."
