Good bike shorts can be hard to find, and I truly know the struggle. I like to have a reliable lineup of bike shorts for yoga classes and climbing sessions, but I also want to be able to wear the same shorts out and about for running errands and casually hanging out with friends.
For me, the perfect pair of bike shorts must be:
- Compressive, but not uncomfortable
- Fitted, but not to the point of having to make consistent awkward adjustments
- An appropriate length, but still a lil’ cheeky (want to give the butt a good lift!)
Luckily, there are a ton of bike short styles on Amazon that shoppers are loving. The reviews on one particular pair of these bike shorts actually convinced me to give ‘em a try!
Based on thousands of reviews from real shoppers, these are the top 5 biker shorts you can snag on Amazon and begin sporting as soon as they arrive. Let’s dive in!
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4.7/5 stars
These high-waisted biker shorts come in an extremely soft fabric that moves with you with ease. The best part about this pair is they have a small gusset patch along the crotch to prevent a weird fit (IYKYK). They're offered in several different lengths (2.5, 4, 6, and 8 inches), which makes finding the most practical pair for your lifestyle fairly easy.
The CRZ Yoga Butterluxe Biker Shorts are currently available in sizes XXS-XL for $24.
Promising reviews:
"Super soft, the perfect amount of thickness were it’s breathable but NOT see through at all. I got a small, which is my usual size for leggings from this brand, and they’re great. The only thing I would mention is that if you’re a thicker gal and have a butt, I find myself having to pull them up from time to time."
"Love these shorts. The shorts didn’t roll up, even through a running workout and CrossFit. The shorts are a soft material, not slick, but you don’t notice it during a workout. Only downside would be no pockets, but I knew that when I ordered them. Great value for money, feels like a high quality shirt. Will see how they hold up, have worn them 4 times so far. The color looks just like the picture."
Amazon
4.6/5 stars
These next biker shorts feature none other than side pockets! They're always super helpful for stowing away your phone or other small necessities. These 75% polyester and 25% spandex shorts have a 6-inch inseam, so they provide a good amount of coverage. The brushed, buttery soft fabric stretches with you, plus the waistband sits at the natural waist, so you can move around totally unrestricted.
The Colorfulkoala High Waisted Biker Shorts currently come in tons of colors and sizes XS-XL for $20 (was $25).
Promising reviews:
"I have purchased three pairs in different colors. I use them for both running and circuit training. I do not have to worry about them riding up. They are super soft, stretchy, and durable."
"These shorts are so comfortable! Material is thin enough that they breathe, love the high waist to make me feel snatched. Some biker shorts have thick material that isn’t flexible and these aren’t it! Will def be buying more!"
"These shorts are so cute and comfy! Black is the best because you can dress them up or wear them for working out. I highly recommend!"
Amazon
4.5/5 stars
These shorts from CRZ Yoga are available in 3-inch 4-inch, 6-inch, and 8-inch lengths and plenty of colorways, so landing on your ideal pair won't be that big of a challenge. They're made from a sweat-wicking fabric with decent compression, which is also uniquely fur-resistant! The seamless waistband flaunts a hidden pocket so you can store your phone, keys, cards, or whatever else you tend to carry easily.
The CRZ Yoga Naked Feeling Biker Shorts come in sizes XXS-XL for $18.
Promising reviews:
"Love these shorts so much! Buying workout shorts can be scary - will they be too tight? Too short? Not supportive enough? These are perfect. True to size, stretchy, super breathable, comfortable fabric, stayed up the whole time, and flattering. GET THEM. 😉"
"These are my absolute favorite workout shorts. I love the 6 inch length so I bought 5 different colors and only wear this brand to the gym. They are SO soft and buttery smooth and really good quality. I throw them in the wash with everything else (but air dry them bc they dry so fast and I don't want them to shrink). They are really high waisted which I personally like and I find them really flattering. They do have a bit of tummy control but nothing too drastic to the point that they are uncomfortable. I keep coming back to buy more colors because they are all so pretty. Just buy these you won't regret it."
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4.4/5 stars
You can shop these Baleaf shorts in 3-inch, 5-inch, and 8-inch inseam lengths based on the amount of coverage you like. The 87% polyester, 13% spandex material is said to be moisture-wicking, breathable, and squat-proof, also offering plenty of stretch. The wide elastic waistband provides some tummy control, which is nice for any occasion.
There are endless colors to shop in the Baleaf Biker Shorts. They currently come in sizes XS-3X for $20 (was $27).
Promising reviews:
"These are amazing. I love the longer length, they are so soft, love the pockets, Baleaf has continued to win my confidence. Purchased several other products from them and always feel like I get a great value for my money."
"I really like these. They fit as expected. Nice and stretchy. Soft. Not see through. I wanted some compression but not so much that it digs into my skin. These are perfect."
"These shorts are fantastic! I’ve worn them a plenty of times since I purchased them in 2021. They withstood multiple half marathon training cycles and my first marathon. They are very comfortable, don’t ride up, or slide down when running. They are true to size. The pockets are another plus plus to these great shorts!"
Amazon
4.4/5 stars
The waistband on these short shorts measures around 3 inches, holding in your tummy fairly firmly. This way, they're easy to wear for workouts, but also under skirts and dresses for added coverage! The material they're made of is 92% polyester and 8% spandex, which boasts a four-way stretch and good breathability.
You can shop the Always Workout Yoga Shorts in lots of colors and sizes XXXS-3XL for $12 (was $13) right now.
Promising reviews:
"I really like the shorts. They are cute and flattering. They looked small to fit (I did get a size small), but they fit really nice. They are short, but that's all good. So far, I am loving wearing them. I've done house work and worked out in them. I approve/recommend."
"These are sooo comfy and stretchy. I got them to wear under a short dress so you wouldn’t see all my goodies when I bend over, but also used them for a workout. They fit as expected and the length is definitely short, but perfect for under clothes."
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