Alpinestars Gravity downhill shorts review
Well cut hardcore shorts
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The hardcore Gravity shorts are robust and durable, yet offer one of the best fits we’ve come across. The cut is spot-on and nicely snug, so bunching is kept to a minimum.
There’s nothing for your saddle to snag on, and if you’re concerned about the leg openings being too wide, there’s an elasticated drawcord to adjust the diameter.
The detailing and graphics not only look great but are built to last. On the downside, the venting is limited so they do get hot, and they’re expensive too.
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Product Specifications
Product
| Name | Gravity shorts (10) |
| Brand | Alpinestars |
| Description | • Nylon Cordura construction with ballistic nylon reinforced seat. • Light and ventilated mesh liner with spandex for contoured flex. • Dual tabbed Velcro® waist adjustment with windowed TPR D-ring adjusters and TPR rear yoke for an ultra secure and customizable fit. • Silicon waist band and hidden front zipper with snap closure. • Sublimated tone on tone graphics with Lycra piping. • Thigh shock cord for adjustability. • Accordion stretch panels at crotch and side for unobtrusive flex. |
| Clothing Sizes Available | L M S XL XXL |
Authors
Rob Weaver is BikeRadar's technical editor-in-chief. Rob manages all of the testing here at BikeRadar and across our magazines, Mountain Biking UK and Cycling Plus. Rob first graced the pages of MBUK back in 2001 when working as a freelance writer and went on to start testing bikes for the title in 2007. In 2010 he joined the team full-time and has been keeping a close eye on all things test-related ever since. Rob’s expansive knowledge of bikes comes courtesy of his passion for racing. He cut his teeth racing cross-country mountain bikes in the early 90s before finding his feet in downhill. After many years competing on the UK national circuit (including a year attempting to race UCI DH World Cups), Rob realised his know-how and passion for bike setup, tech and writing clearly outweighed his racing ability. A degree in sports technology and decades of riding experience all help to give Rob a thorough understanding of what’s needed to create a great bike or product. While Rob’s a mountain biker at heart and never happier than when he’s sliding down a Welsh hillside, he’s more than happy to put the miles in on the road or gravel bike, too.
