Sensible cycling shorts; where have they gone?

[williamrobinson]

My ancient favorite pair: "SportiffGear", tailored, 3" inseam cotton polyester, lycra only in the waist, patch pockets, zippered fly, drawstring and decent absorbent padding....

Other favorites included Pantagonia "Standups" with 3" inseams. Last time I saw them at REI inseams were up to 5" . Long inseams won't do.

How come similar shorts can not be found these days? Any ideas?

I hate lycra.

 

[strummer_fan]

My ancient favorite pair: "SportiffGear", tailored, 3" inseam cotton polyester, lycra only in the waist, patch pockets, zippered fly, drawstring and decent absorbent padding....

Other favorites included Pantagonia "Standups" with 3" inseams. Last time I saw them at REI inseams were up to 5" . Long inseams won't do.

How come similar shorts can not be found these days? Any ideas?

I hate lycra.

Back in mid-Eighties, Cannondale made touring shorts that were cut like regular cargo shorts, but had a seamless seat area, and a comfortable cotton padding. They were designed for life both on and off the bike.

I'd pay a handsome sum for a NOS pair of those.

Many of the new "baggy shorts" are basically two pairs of shorts. The usual lycra deal, and a baggier outer short.

Lame.