Men’s Mountain Bike (MTB) Shorts
Men's MTB Shorts: Common Questions
What men's MTB shorts brands and styles are in this collection?
This collection brings together men's mountain bike shorts from Urban Cycling Apparel and Ozark Cycling Apparel. Urban Cycling Apparel options include the Enduro, the Shredder, the Shredder Camo, the Single Tracker cargo short, the Gravel Grinder soft-shell short, and MTB bib shorts with a 3D gel chamois. Ozark Cycling Apparel adds trail-focused styles including the Black Label Short. Most styles are available with or without a padded liner and are priced in the $49 to $79 range.
Do the MTB shorts come with padded liners?
Most Urban Cycling Apparel styles are available with or without padded undershorts. The bundled liners use ClickFast detachable technology with CoolMax antibacterial padding, so you can ride with the chamois or remove it and wear the outer shorts casually. The G-Tex padded liner included with the Single Tracker uses a premium antibacterial pad. Liners can also be purchased separately if you want a spare or a replacement.
What is the difference between the Enduro, the Shredder, and the Single Tracker?
The Enduro is a lightweight, moisture-wicking baggy short built for longer trail rides, with multiple zippered pockets and ClickFast detachable liner shorts. The Shredder is a burlier baggy short with a flexible rear comfort panel and adjustable waist, built to handle mountain biking, gravel, and off-road cycling with a more durable fabric. The Single Tracker is a cargo-style MTB short with deep zippered pockets, quick-dry water-resistant fabric, and a chafe-free under panel, built for riders who want more storage on the trail without a backpack.
What is the fit like and do MTB shorts run true to size?
All styles have a relaxed, baggy fit through the leg designed for freedom of movement on the bike and while hiking. An adjustable waist strap on most styles lets you dial in the fit without a belt. Sizing tends to run small on the Shredder in particular, so checking the size chart and sizing up one is worth considering. The Enduro and Single Tracker fit true to size for most riders.
Are these shorts good for gravel riding as well as mountain biking?
Yes. The Gravel Grinder short is specifically built for gravel and cyclocross with four-way flex fabric, zip vents, and a 9-inch inseam. The Shredder and Enduro are more trail-focused but handle gravel routes without issue. The Single Tracker's quick-dry fabric and cargo pockets make it a practical choice for mixed-surface rides where you need to carry more gear.
Where are these MTB shorts designed?
Urban Cycling Apparel and Ozark Cycling Apparel are both American brands based in Bentonville, Arkansas, home to some of the most celebrated mountain bike trail systems in the country. The Ozark trail network is a direct influence on how these shorts are designed and tested.