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Ordinary shorts and leggings were never built for it. There's no padding where your sit bones meet the saddle, the seams are in the wrong places and the legs creep up every time you push off from the lights.
These women's bike shorts put a shaped gel-padded chamois under you, grip your thighs so they stay put, and are slim enough to wear under a pair of everyday shorts.
The chamois is the heart of it. It's a 4D gel-padded insert built from multi-density padding, sculpted to sit under your sit bones. It cushions impact on rough surfaces and spreads saddle pressure so it isn't concentrated on one spot — on a short commute or a longer weekend loop.
The fit is women-specific. The ergonomic cut and pad follow a woman's riding position, so you sit stable on the saddle instead of perching on padding designed around someone else's shape.
The fabric is 82% polyester and 18% elastane: a close, second-skin fit that moves with every pedal stroke rather than bunching behind the knee. It's breathable and quick-drying, with mesh ventilation at the sides to let heat out on the climbs. Anti-slip bands at the thigh keep each leg where it belongs, so you're not tugging the hem down at every stop.
Because the cut is streamlined, you can ride in them on their own or wear them as a liner under loose shorts — handy when the ride ends at a café or the office. At around 220 g, they add next to nothing to your kit.
Now the honest part. A padded short is a comfort layer, not a fix for everything. It makes a real difference to saddle pressure; it won't make up for a saddle set at the wrong height.
Less saddle. More ride.
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If you decide to return the items for whatever reason you may do so within 30 days from the day that you received them. Read more in our Return and Refund Policy.
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Frequently asked questions
Sizing can vary from piece to piece. If there's a size chart on the page, that's your best guide. Not sure, or between sizes? Email us your usual size or measurements and we'll point you to the right one. Quicker than guessing.
Orders are processed within 1–3 business days. Delivery usually takes 3–6 business days after dispatch, so 4–9 business days end-to-end. See our Shipping Policy for the full breakdown.
Free standard shipping on every Australian order — no minimum spend and no hidden fees. The price you see at checkout is the price you pay.
Right now, we only ship within Australia. All states and territories are covered, including most regional and remote areas.
Yes. If it doesn't fit or isn't what you expected, send it back within 30 days of delivery for a refund or exchange. Full details in our Return & Refund Policy.
Every piece is picked for real field use — trail, water, and the bush, not the shelf. Check the specs on this page for the exact materials and features so you know what it's made for.
Ask us about fit, fabric, or specs — email info@bushrange.com or use our contact page and a real person gets back to you.
Once it ships, you'll get a tracking link by email so you can follow your parcel the whole way. You can also track anytime at bushrange.com/apps/parcelpanel with your order number.
Most of our apparel: machine wash cold, hang dry, skip the bleach and the iron. Always follow the care label on your specific item.

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