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Juggernauts

Performance baggy riding shorts without liner.
NZ$139
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Super-sized shorts for those who prefer living long and loose. Cooler and lighter than the Supertankers for enhanced performance at the edge. Paired with the Underdogs mesh liner, options abound for temperature control with leg vents and mesh backed hand pockets. Or winterise your Juggernauts by replacing the liner with a pair of Montezumas three-quarter length shorts. Hoo-hah!


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Easy-Rider™ stretch lumbar with adjustable velcro Trim Tabs™.
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Smooth fitted waist with zipped fly.
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Gusseted crutch for pedalling freedom.
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Combine with Underdogs mesh liner for increased performance.
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Open hand pockets plus zipped rear security pocket.
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Vents on lower leg - zip 'em down to keep your cool.
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Tough Hi-Impact™ Stretch takes the knocks.
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Added strength with contrasting bartacking.
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Long legs hang around your knees.
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Secret tube repair patch.
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XXL size option.
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Made by us in New Zealand.

What's the difference in performance between baggy and lycra shorts?

> A stretch short will always deliver more performance than a baggy number as there's no surplus fabric bunched up between your bum and the saddle. Baggies are the default choice of battle-hardened cyclists off road, on tour and around the streets. They combine a loose but not super-baggy fit with an optional mesh liner and moulded pad... providing the performance benefits of conventional stretch shorts with minimal compromise.

> The Supertankers, Juggernauts, Double Happys, Tantrums and Martinis are made from lightweight, quick drying Hi-Impact Stretch, and Hi-Impact Plus. They combine a loose, but not super-baggy fit, and combined with a mesh liner and moulded pad provide many of the performance benefits of conventional stretch shorts with minimal compromise.

What's the difference between the Supertankers and Juggernauts and Double Happys?

> All are loose fitting shorts made from tough Hi-Impact Stretch nylon fabric, densely woven to take the knocks.

> The Double Happys have an integrated liner and moulded pad - call up a pair of Underdogs to wear under your Juggernauts to get them up to speed.

> The finish on the Supertankers and Juggernauts has a distinctly urban edge. A smooth fitted waist, open hand pockets and a zipped rear security pocket. The Juggernauts are cooler than the Supertankers, with leg vents and mesh backed hand pockets, with adjustable velcro Trim Tabs™ for enhanced performance.

> The Supertankers and Juggernauts are long suckers - hanging around your knees, and the Double Happys 2-3cm shorter.

What's the difference between the Juggernauts and the Double Happys?

> The Juggernauts are our premium baggy short. They come without a liner to provide greater versatility - call up a pair of Underdogs for those long days in the saddle, or winterise your Juggernauts by replacing the liner with a pair of Montezumas three quarter length shorts.

> The Double Happys use an integrated performance liner providing a firm fit and precise pad placement.

> Both the Juggernauts and Double Happys have adjustable velcro Trim Tabs&trade to keep them hitched up. A tough Hi-Impact™ stretch nylon outer coupled with intelligent design reduces surplus fabric for a smoother and therefore more comfortable interface between bum and saddle. There's also less risk of getting hooked up on technical trails. A stretch lumbar panel and HighRise rear overlap with your cycle top to keep you covered. No bare skin or lewd exposure.

> The Double Happys have mesh lined pockets that double as air vents when you zip 'em open. The Juggernauts have additional vents on the lower leg.

> The Juggernauts are long - hanging down around your knees, the Double Happys are around 2-3cm shorter in the leg.

Washing Instructions?

> Hand washing is sometimes the only option on tour, but a washing machine rinses more thoroughly and is preferable if you have the choice.

> With shorts in particular, cold-water detergents and those with bleach can cause 'nappy-rash' so if you're experiencing issues in that department try a warm wash and a change of cleaning brew. As a rule of thumb, product that is easy on the planet is also easy on your body. Select a mild plant-based soap like Ecover, Ecostore, Earthwise or Aware.

> Most Ground Effect gear dries super-fast so drying on the line or hanging over the bedpost does the trick. Or use a dryer on a warm (not hot) cycle.

> UV rays accelerate the decay of lycra. Our fabric is knitted so the lycra component lies on the inside of the fabric - shielding it from the sun when you're out riding. Consequently you should avoid drying these shorts inside-out. It's not a bad idea to do so occasionally as the sun does help keep the pad hygienic - although it is treated with an anti-bacterial finish anyway. But drying in this manner is a trade-off with the damage done to the lycra.

> It's common practice to not wear underwear with your riding shorts so you need to wash your shorts daily. And it's recommended to give your shorts an initial wash when they're new - the eXo and Softail pads in particular become less stiff after the first wash.