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Empire Bike Short - Second Quality - Men's

4.733333333333333 out of 5 stars
15 Reviews

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Why We Built The Empire Bike Short

Tapping into years of experience riding our local trail in Park City, we built the Empire bike shorts to elevate our riding experience with exceptional comfort, mobility, and function. The Empire shorts have a longer inseam than our Slickrock bike shorts, making them an ideal choice for aggressive trail and enduro riding.


Details

  • All-mountain and enduro shorts built by Backcountry
  • 4-way stretch construction for comfort and mobility
  • Abrasion-resistant materials hold up to the test of time
  • DWR treatment sheds mud and water out on the trail
  • Zippered cargo pockets for tools, snacks, and essentials
  • Laser-cut ventilation keeps us cool on warmer days
  • Silicone gripper inside waistband for a stay-put fit
  • Removable liner (sold separately) can be attached for snugger comfort
  • Item #BCCZ22A
Material
88% nylon, 12% spandex
Fit
regular
Waist
hook-and-loop adjusters
Claimed Weight
[medium] 10.6oz
Manufacturer Warranty
limited lifetime
Activity
enduro, trail, downhill

Overall Rating

4.5 based on 15 ratings

Review Summary

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5 Stars - 11 reviews

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4 out of 5 stars

November 24, 2022

Great quality MTB short

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer

I really liked these shorts from the first use. They have great waistband adjustments. Also the pockets are deep enough for cell phones, and other things. I would suggest making them an inch or so shorter.

Matt M
5 out of 5 stars

March 25, 2022

Came back to buy two more pair!

Familiarity:
I've used it several times
Size Bought:
Large
Weight:
210

Perfect Enduro/Trail type short. I love the grippy bits, the fit is perfect, the material is really high quality. I do some sewing here and there, and the construction of these shorts is top notch. Nice zippers, great value. Had to wash them a few times already and they hold up great. These are long. If you are looking for shorts to ride your road bike or do an XC race, these are probably not the right shorts... Sizing is spot on, I wear 34-36 waist pants, and the Large is perfect. I came back to buy another pair for myself, and get my wife a pair.

Wade B
5 out of 5 stars

September 14, 2021

Best MTB shorts I have owned!

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer
Size Bought:
XL
Height:
6' 4"
Weight:
250

I have ridden in these all summer and have just loved them. Most shorts including previous Backcountry shorts I have owned fail to provide functional pockets. These shorts have deep pockets which can hold keys/wallet for shorter rides, back of shorts are cut in a way to stay up while riding. The fit is perfect and have held up through many hard rides.

Jon H
5 out of 5 stars

June 23, 2021

Great comfortable shorts

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer
Size Bought:
M
Height:
5' 9"
Weight:
180

I honestly cannot think of any issues with this shorts. Well designed and made. Great fit. Run a bit large (in my opinion), but not really a problem. Basicaly, checks all the boxes for mtb shorts.

Max S
5 out of 5 stars

June 7, 2021

More than just Bike Shorts

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer
Size Bought:
small
Height:
5' 5"
Weight:
145

I was given this product by Backcountry, but this review is my personal opinion. These shorts has lots of storage, so great for all day adventures. I wore them on an adventure to Zion National Park where I biked, hiked, and took a dip in the river in the Narrows. All the pockets were great for my friend who didn't have pockets for their valuables, so I had it in the zipper pockets, which gave my friends peace of mind. The material dries really quick (within minutes after getting out of the river). The lightness of the material made it ideal to wear on hikes. The waist band was essential for a good fit and comfort throughout the day (without it, the shorts probably would have sagged, like other shorts I've worn).

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5 out of 5 stars

May 16, 2021

Super comfortable

Familiarity:
I've used it several times
Size Bought:
M
Height:
6' 7"
Weight:
188

Nice design all around from the pocket, grippers on the rear, stretchy material, and extremely comfortable fit. A little heavier (and assume warmer) than the Gore, but these fit me much better. The POC seemed to fit like the Gore.

Karl W
4 out of 5 stars

April 20, 2021

Nice gravel shorts

Familiarity:
I've used it several times
Size Bought:
L
Height:
6' 1"
Weight:
190

Very well made shorts which are great for casual cycling. Sizing appears to be accurate though they do run a bit on the long side, particularly when you are off the bike. Design is well thought through with nice zippered side pockets to stow keys and mobile and still includes front pockets. Will likely pick up another pair while they're on sale.

Justin R
5 out of 5 stars

October 31, 2020

The Goldilocks Short

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer
Size Bought:
Small
Height:
5' 9"
Weight:
160

...With just the right amount of storage, good breathability, cut just right, can take a beating yet stretchy and lightweight. After trying a number of brands, these are now my go-to for summer rides. BC has thought of a lot of clever features: velcro + double snap closure, 2 zippered and 2 traditional pockets, perforated vents, stretch fabric, non-slip grips, water resistance, etc etc. I'm 5'9"/160lb/31" waist and originally got a Medium but later found the Small to be a much better fit. Stop reading and buy a pair! (once they're back in stock that is...)

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Jeffrey K
4 out of 5 stars

September 23, 2020

Great shorts, just in between sizing

Familiarity:
I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
Size Bought:
S
Height:
5' 11"
Weight:
150

These were quality lightweight and stretchy shorts to ride in. I just happen to come in between a M and S size so they unfortunately didn't work out for me. The size S was adjusted to be all the way open while the M had to be cinched all the way closed leaving some fabric overlap

Alex K
4 out of 5 stars

July 13, 2020

Almost my perfect shorts.

Familiarity:
I've used it several times
Size Bought:
S
Height:
5' 8"
Weight:
146

As soon as I tried these on I knew I had found a new favorite general purpose outdoor short. The material has a great amount of stretch, the integrated cinch belts feel secure, pockets are great, and best of all the length is perfect. My only critique is that I wished they had at least one full belt loop to allow for clipping on keys and things.

Spencer K