Premium fabrics, a flattering cut, and everyday-comfort KISS Air2 Donna seat pad make this short right for everything but the longest rides This is midrange performance short, great for a long ride or a quick hour workout indoors or out. Endurance Evolution fabric is a high-modulus, very matte Lycra fabric that feels extremely dry while providing just the right amount of compression. The waist construction eliminates stitching and elastic and lies completely flat. At the leg ending Castelli use a raw-cut edge with vertical silicone strips to keep the leg in place without the pressure that creates the dreaded sausage effect. A great short needs a great seat pad, and the womens-specific KISS Air2 Donna pad will keep you comfortable without being too bulky. Features Endurance Evolution fabric for a matte finish with high-modulus stretch. Raw-edge leg ending eliminates sausage effect while silicone print holds leg in place. High-visibility reflective patches at back of leg. Soft dual-layer waistband. Women’s-specific KISS Air2 Donna seat pad for long-distance comfort.