Lycra shorts

[e-rider]

I've recently started wearing lycra shorts and I have to say that although it looks awful showing off ones junk, it really works well and is very comfortable!

However, how long are lycra shorts expected to last. I've noticed that the lycra is already wearing thin in some places after about 200 miles of riding.

 

[ianrauk]

I've recently started wearing lycra shorts and I have to say that although it looks awful showing off ones junk, it really works well and is very comfortable!

However, how long are lycra shorts expected to last. I've noticed that the lycra is already wearing thin in some places after about 200 miles of riding.

Really? Blimey.
I have a couple of pairs, Lusso & Altura, that have done 1000's of miles in all weathers with no noticeable wear.

 

[e-rider]

Really? Blimey.
I have a couple of pairs, Lusso & Altura, that have done 1000's of miles in all weathers with no noticeable wear.

They are Altura - I think they might be catching on the front of the saddle

 

[ianrauk]

Could be, especially if you have stitching on the saddle.

 

[the snail]

Had no problems with mine, I've read that washing them can cause lycra to deteriorate over time. I use non-bio powder on the delicates setting, and the instructions say not to use fabric conditioner. I've noticed other peoples' shorts have become a bit, er transparent

 

[HLaB]

Touch wood I've never had a pair of lycra shorts or bib shorts wear out on me; I would suspect something is rubbing in the OP. A 30 deg wash seems OK for my kit and I never use conditioner.

 

[numbnuts]

I've got some that are over 12 years old not the best for long rides as the padding has gone a bit flat but OK for shorts rides.
It all depends how many pairs of shorts you have, one pair and they don't last so long