Breakaway Bike Short

$114.95
Item: 610145A1000
By: Terry
Color: Black
Size: X Small
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Backordered: Order now; estimated in stock by 06/30/2026
Description
Bicycling magazine Editors' Choice.
The addition of our more padded Fleet Air Chamois provides one more reason to choose the Breakaway for its incredible level of value in a performance cycling short. Available in black or charcoal, and made in the USA of imported fabric, Terry's highly rated Breakaway Short features sculpted paneling, minimally compressive and soft nylon/spandex fabric with no use of elastic in waist or leg bands. The editors at Bicycling say it best:

"Our testers raved about the unobtrusive chamois, pajama-soft fabric, and non-binding waist and leg openings, which stayed in place without pulling or squeezing our legs as we pedaled. We also appreciated that Terry, a perennial Editors' Choice finalist, makes the Breakaway in the United States."

Proudly designed, cut and sewn in the USA at a green energy-certified facility, supporting local jobs and the highest standards in quality and fit.
product Detail
• 74% nylon/24% spandex fabric
• sculpted 6-panel fit
• 2 inch elastic-free comfort waistband
• 2 inch elastic-free, self-fabric leg bands for comfort
• flat seam construction helps prevent chafing
• 8.5 inch inseam
• Fleet Air Chamois with soft wing technology & perforated foam for breathability
Chamois
Fleet Air:
Seamless chamois with 4-way stretch Elastic Interface Technology and multi-level foam padding, perforated for ventilation and breathability. Light, smooth microfiber fabric and Terry's signature soft-wing construction reduces bulk at inner thigh to avoid chafing. Made in Italy.

Compare all chamois choices.
product care
Remove your shorts and launder asap for best results as residual sweat may damage the chamois. Wash only in delicate cycle at 86 degrees. Use neutral non-aggressive detergents, keep like colors together and avoid dryers. If you use chamois butter/cream, your garment's ability to wick moisture will be greatly reduced and the durability of your chamois may be compromised. Note: we recommend that you wash new bottoms prior to use.

Product Features

Antimicrobial

Inhibits growth of germs, reducing odor and staying fresher longer.

Fleet Air Chamois

Seamless multi-density foam, light and smooth, shaped to avoid chafing, perforations for ventilation.

Moisture Wicking

Transports moisture away from skin so you feel drier and cooler.

Sewn in USA

Proudly made by our manufacturing partners in the U.S., using premium materials sourced from around the world.

Overall rating: 4.4870467 / 5 from 193 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Breakaway Bike Short, a Bicycling magazine Editors' Choice, offers a blend of comfort and performance. Customers appreciate its soft, stretchy fabric and well-fitting design, though opinions vary on the length and padding. The shorts are praised for their non-binding waistband and supportive chamois, making them suitable for both short and long rides.

Summary topics

  • Leg Comfort: 9%
  • Material Stretchiness: 7%
  • Fit Comfort: 27%
  • Waistband Comfort: 8%
  • Ride Suitability: 7%

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Review highlights

  • "Love the padding, weight (light), higher waistband, and Length."Phyllis P.
  • "Good fit and padding for short rides."Kaley F.
  • "Love these shirts, lightweight, fit my chubbier body well and the padding works well on my usual 25 mile rides!"Debra H.

Reviews

Thank you, Terry - great customer service!

"Last month I wrote an unfavorable review for the gray Breakaway bike shorts due to the fabric darkening around the crotch area when wet with sweat. Terry responded to my review to let me know that I could return the shorts even though I had worn them. Because I love the Breakaway bike shorts overall but did not like the way the gray color darkened with sweat, instead of simply returning the gray shorts I exchanged them for the same shorts in black. The black color does not show sweat like the gray does. Thank you, Terry, for informing me of your great return policy, and for making the shorts exchange process easy. I have already worn my new black Breakaway shorts twice!"

Andrea M. (5/5)

Gray breakaway short

"I wore them for the first time today on a ride, and discovered that the fabric held my sweat around the chamois/crotch area , making it look like I had wet my pants. These shorts are otherwise great, but the gray color has this fatal flaw so I will not be wearing them again."

Andrea M. (1/5)

best ever

"The Breakaway shorts have been my favorite for more than a decade! You cannot beat these for comfort on short and moderate rides. (10-25miles is our usual). I just tried the Bella short because of a sale with a great price and they do not make me at all happy. I will never stray from Breakaway. . . again!"

Amy P. (5/5)

Thin padding and fabric is sheer

"The fabric is so thin it is sheer!! And the padding is way too thin"

Sital S. (1/5)

For leisure rides not long rides

"I was looking for another bike short in a different color that was not black. The breakaway bike short is ok for shorter rides, chamois is not as padded as Bella short. I would not use for really long rides."

Adalia E. (3/5)

Better for yoga than cycling

"Comfortable chamois but the lack of elastic or silicon grips on the legs or waist felt more gimmicky than practical. I experienced lots of sliding, rolling and shifting in the legs and waist while riding. I’ll replace with a more traditional short."

Jen (2/5)

Ironman Approved

"These were as promised super soft and comfortable. I barely notice they are there. I am training for an Ironman and I did my last 3 long rides in these. They will be perfect for race day!"

Debra S. (5/5)

Great bike shorts

"I love the no elastic waist"

Karen N. (5/5)

Comfortable fit

"I really like these shorts. They've been very comfortable for my indoor rides up to 2 hours. Not sure yet for longer rides."

Holly (4/5)

Best Shorts Ever!

"Fit is perfect and I love the color!"

Carol I. (5/5)

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