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I have similar distance commute , work as a postie so again I could wear same kit cycling as for work and a lot of my colleagues cycle in their uniforms. I have one pair of cheap fdx bib shorts that I'm looking to replace and can't decide whether to go baggy casual or stick with cycle specific bibs and just quickly change at work
My current short list includes the Endura Hunnvies also available in 3/4 length non rip nylon and for £50 include the removal inner padded liner shorts . The advantages being if I don't like/get on with the pad it can be removed and if I do like , I can get a couple extra liner. The only downside I can see is going back to waist shorts and getting rain running down versus bibs ... Along with any movement between the two layers (inner liner pad and shorts) and baggies riding up
Any sort of chino shorts tend to work well if they're an elastaine/cotton mix, it doesn't have to be a technical fabric.
If the bike is fairly upright and has a big padded saddle, then normal clothes work (although I'd steer clear of any expensive high-fashion items!).
As for quick drying, I just try not to get wet. I've a poncho that is always in my pannier bag ready to go at the slightest hint of rain.
Thanks everyone so far, some things to look at there.
Vulpine.cc have shorts with diamond gussets - i.e., without a central seam. Which makes quite a difference.
They are a tightish cut though, probably want to size up if you want a looser fit.
Alpkit.com for a pair of their Strada shorts. They're fabulous and not too pricey. They do MTB baggies as well but I've not tried those
I've got a pair of Madison baggy shorts, that are good to ride in, but also just a good all round pair of shorts. They were a gift, so not sure of the exact model, but from their site I think they're the Madison Roam stretch shorts. They're my go-to shorts for summer, whether I'm cycling or not. Highly recommend.
I have two pairs of these - they are great https://sigr.cc/collections/sale-chinos-chino-shorts
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