Men's Attack Shorts
Men's Attack Shorts
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Named "Best Overall Cycling Shorts" by Bicycling.com
Built for riders who demand performance without over-complication, the Men's Attack Shorts deliver the right balance of comfort, compression, and streamlined design. Whether you're training for your first century or chasing weekend PRs, these shorts offer everything you need and nothing you don't.
Made from high-stretch, moisture-wicking fabric, these shorts support your muscles with just the right amount of compression while keeping you cool and dry through hard efforts and long climbs. A wide waistband provides a secure, stay-put fit without digging in, and the raw-edge leg openings with silicone grippers keep the shorts locked in place without bunching or pinching.
At the core is our updated ELITE Levitate™ Chamois, designed with dual-density foam for friction-fighting support and long-mile comfort. It's the same advanced chamois used in our bibs, just without the straps.
Pair with a men's road cycling jersey, such as our Men's Attack Jersey, for a streamlined, high-output kit, or explore more men's cycling shorts built for every type of rider.
Specs & Features
- Soft polyester knit fabric with raw edge leg hem transfers moisture and provides mild coverage for brisk days
- Dual-density ELITE Levitate chamois minimizes skin abrasion and sit bone discomfort
- Stay in place silicone leg gripper
- Made with recycled content
- BioViz® powerful reflective elements that reach 100 meters for night visibility
- 10" inseam
Materials & Care
80% recycled polyester, 20% spandex
Machine wash cold with like colors, Gentle cycle, Do not bleach, Drip dry, Do not iron, Do not dry clean, Do not use fabric softener.
FAQs
The Men's Attack Shorts are men's road cycling shorts with a form fit and a dual-density chamois, built for regular training and long weekend rides.
- Are the Men's Attack Shorts good for long rides?
Yes. The dual-density ELITE Levitate™ chamois is built for long-mile comfort, and the compression supports your legs through hard efforts and long climbs. Bicycling named them its Best Overall Cycling Shorts. - What chamois do the Men's Attack Shorts use?
The dual-density ELITE Levitate™ chamois, the same pad used in our Attack bibs, designed for friction-fighting support over long miles. The Chamois Guide compares every tier. - How should they fit?
Snug with even compression and no bunching. The wide waistband stays put without digging in, and raw-edge leg openings with silicone grippers hold without pinching. See the Size & Fit Guide if you're between sizes. - Should I choose the shorts or the bib shorts?
Same chamois either way. The Men's Attack Bib Shorts give a more locked-in fit on long rides, while the shorts are quicker on and off. - How long is the inseam?
10 inches, with raw-edge leg openings and silicone grippers. - How do they compare to the Men's Quest Shorts and Men's PRO Shorts?
The Men's Quest Shorts are built around everyday comfort. The Men's PRO Shorts step up to our top-tier fabric and chamois for long, fast road rides. The Attack Shorts are built for regular training and faster weekend miles. - What should I wear with the Men's Attack Shorts?
Pair them with the Men's Attack Jersey for a streamlined road kit.
Product Comparison
Men's Attack Shorts
Men's PRO Shorts
Men's PI/Red Shorts
Men's Expedition Shorts
Men's Quest Shorts
ELITE Levitate Chamois
PRO Levitate Chamois
ELITE Levitate 3D Chamois
ELITE Levitate 3D Chamois
SELECT Levitate Chamois
Up to 4 hours
Over 5 hours
Up to 4 hours
Up to 4 hours
Up to 2 hours
10"
10.5"
10.5"
10.5"
9"
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Yes
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Men's Attack Shorts
Men's PRO Shorts
Men's PI/Red Shorts
Men's Expedition Shorts
Men's Quest Shorts
ELITE Levitate Chamois
PRO Levitate Chamois
ELITE Levitate 3D Chamois
ELITE Levitate 3D Chamois
SELECT Levitate Chamois
Up to 4 hours
Over 5 hours
Up to 4 hours
Up to 4 hours
Up to 2 hours
10"
10.5"
10.5"
10.5"
9"
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Yes
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Overall rating: 3.7715735 / 5 from 197 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
The Men's Attack Shorts are highly regarded for their high-stretch, moisture-wicking fabric and excellent padding. Customers praise the quality and material, though opinions on fit and chamois comfort vary. The shorts offer a secure fit and are designed for long-distance comfort.
Summary topics
- Fit (22%): Customers expressed differing viewpoints regarding the fit, with some finding it perfect and great, while others found it too tight.
- Size (8%): A few customers remarked that the size runs way too small and will be returning for larger sizes.
- Padding (27%): Based on a significant number of customers, the padding in these shorts is excellent and well worth the price.
- Material (11%): Customers keep praising the material, describing it as good, great, and top-notch.
- Quality (8%): Customers loved the high quality of the product, which was mentioned multiple times in the reviews.
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Review highlights
- "The material, length and pad were very good." —
- "The fit of the attack shorts is perfect, and the material, construction and design is top notch." —
- "Great fit and pad - well worth the price!" —
Reviews
Good stuff and will get a ton of use.
"I still have an older pair of PI biking shorts, and I was hoping for the same again. The lining material is _different_ though. More spongy. The ones I have (and love) from before had a black and orange fabric over the cushion. Is that a different level than “Attack” shorts? Or no longer available?"
These Are Beyond Form-Fitting
"I'm 6', 145 lbs. Ancient. Bought the medium size and they must be mis-sized, or PI must be catering only to the Grand Tour climbers, because I am certain these are not the correct dimensions."
Attach to small. Next size up to loose.
"Design is terrible. I wear XL and the were way to tight. Read the reviews and other said the same thing. Sent them back and bought XXL. Way to loose. Sent them back. Lost money. Now I bought Quest which we used for 10+ years. These are also not good. I need to move on to another brand."
Attack Shorts Are Perfect
"Really like the fit and the flush seams used for the padding. Pearl Izumi makes the cycling shorts and bibs for me!"
Reviewing shorts
"Great fit , great support , a bit too long"
Shorts run small
"I have always worn medium size PI cycling shorts but these medium shorts are small"
Great shorts
"Great fit, super comfortable on rides from 15-50 miles so far!! Actually thinking of already getting a second pair!!"
Men’s attack shorts
"The shorts were well made with good padding. Unfortunately it was too tight, and would benefit from shorter inseam. I am a medium for other shorts, including PI/Red shorts, however this too would benefit from shorter inseam."
The material does not have enough elasticity.
"I bought these in a size medium and the PI Red in a size medium. The PI Red fits great. The material has much more elasticity and the pad is located in a better spot. The material of the mens attack shorts has very little elasticity and the medium is much tighter and uncomfortable. The pad also sits differently on my body and when riding doesn't actually cover my sit bones properly."
Good fit and quality.
"Good fit and quality. The padding feels good. My only disappointment, which I was unaware when purchasing, is there are no side pockets like my other Pearl Izumi shorts."
