Men's 9" Inseam Guide Trail MTB Shorts

Love these shorts! The new 9" length is perfect for me. I'm 5'6", so not tall, and most shorts are just too long and baggy. These are not that at all. The length is just right and they aren't very baggy at all. The waist adjustment is great and all the pockets are placed in really good spots. I don't notice my phone in the side zipper pocket while riding at all. I usually wear a 28" to 29" waist size and ordered the 28" in these. I originally ordered the 30" and had to adjust the waist all the way in and they still didn't feel snug enough. So I exchanged them for the 28" size and it's perfect! The material feels really nice and they have held up really well so far on the bike. I think they will last for a long time. Another well thought out and executed product from Cognative!!

Quality is top notch!

I typically wear a 30" pant size, but ordered the 32" shorts not knowing how they would fit. I found I had to use the full extension of the waist adjusters to tighten them up, so I ordered another pair, size 30", and they fit perfectly! Excellent fabric, quality zippers, pockets can hold a large phone with an outer case on it. The 30" are more fitted which I like, the fabric stretches, so they don't feel tight, but offer a slim fit. If you prefer a more loose, casual riding short, maybe size up, you can always adjust the waist. I do wear a liner and it fits comfortably while wearing either size.

These are awesome shorts to ride, travel, and hang in. The fit is nice, kinda snug, but that's how I like it when riding my bike. I still say they are true to size. I'd give these 6 stars if you had a wallet pocket on the back. Maybe even a hip loop for keys.

I was super stoked to see the new 9in version of these come out. I liked the longer ones but always felt they were a little long for my preference. With or without knee pads I like short to be above my knee. The new shorter length found the sweet spot and quickly became my favorite pair of MTB shorts! The build quality is amazing. My old ones have been through years of abuse riding in Pisgah and through multiple crashes, yet have held up great and still look good! I expect the same from these. If you’re looking for shorts do yourself a favor and get a pair of these.

Paired with HandsUp bike shorts works well. Good stretch

Great product, and I really like the side adjusters, I wish I had those on all of my pants, shorts, etc. The only thing I would change would be to add a back pocket or too. There's essentially never any time when I don't need at least one for my wallet.

Favorite riding shorts I've ever had. So comfortable. Would love to see a 7" version too.