And there I was sitting in chest deep chilly water, wait I think I need to start at the beginning... If you ride in Central FL you have probably heard of Carter Rd (Loyce Harp Park) in Mulberry/Lakeland. The trails there weave in and out of swamp/lake/ponds with technical exposure to said water. Over the weekend I was excited to try out my new bum pad shorts and donned them with glee. I love all my CM gear and had high expectations for this new addition. As my friends and I rode in the chilly air, I had a happy bum. The padding is situated front to back/side to side perfectly. Comfy bum, happy me. Anyways, then I clipped a wise old tree and tumbled unceremoniously into the murky waters on Lord of the Flies. Soaked, 100% soaked. After extracting myself, with help cause that's a whole thing, we rode on. These shorts took this swim with aplomb! My bum did not feel sloppy/soaked/gross/wet at all over the remaining 7ish miles we rode. Even while changing they were the least wet clothing item I removed. I am sold. I will be highly recommending these to all my friends and to you dear reader. Excellent price point, great performance, and just all around comfortable to wear. Buy these shorts ladies you won't be unhappy.