{"product_id":"apace-slingshot-mens-cycling-shorts-black","title":"Apace Slingshot Men's Cycling Shorts (Black)","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;font-style:italic;font-size:18px;border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f7f7f7;padding:16px;\"\u003eA pair of bib-less cycling shorts for riders who want race-ready padding on mid-distance rides, rated for roughly five hours or 125+ km at 25 km\/h without a bib to fuss with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eOverview\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Slingshot is Apace's bib-less padded cycling short, built for mid-distance rides — Apace rates it for around five hours or 125+ km at 25 km\/h, which covers most weekend training rides and club outings without needing a bib short's extra coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat's actually on the short: an 80% polyester \/ 20% elastane blend with UV protection, a gel chamois pad, flat seams and flat-locked stitching to keep things smooth against the skin, two ergonomically placed side pockets (one per leg) for nutrition or storage, reflective logos for road visibility, an elasticated bottom hem, and a mid-rise fit with a drawstring waist for adjustable tightness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it skips the bib, it's quicker to put on and manage around rest stops than a bib short, which makes it a practical pick for commuting, club rides, and training days where you're stopping and starting rather than racing non-stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhy You'll Like It\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo Bib to Manage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA bib-less, drawstring-waist design is faster to get on and off than a bib short, which matters most on rides with stops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for the Long Ride\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nApace rates it for roughly five hours or 125+ km at 25 km\/h, well past a quick spin around the block.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePockets Where You Need Them\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTwo side pockets, one per leg, keep nutrition or small items within reach without digging around mid-ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUV Protection Built Into the Fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe polyester-elastane blend carries UV protection, useful for riding under direct sun for hours at a stretch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlat Seams That Won't Chafe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFlat seams and flat-locked stitching keep the construction smooth against skin over a long ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a straightforward option for riders doing regular mid-distance training rides, commutes, or club outings who want a padded cycling short without committing to a bib.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also works well as a second pair alongside a bib short for days when a quick on\/off matters more than the marginal comfort gains of a bib — and the UV-protective fabric is a real plus for the hours-long exposure typical of Indian riding conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eGood to Know\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mid-rise fit pairs with a drawstring waist, so you can dial in tightness to taste rather than being locked into one fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck Apace's size chart on the listing before ordering; sizes run from XS to 2XL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGender\u003c\/strong\u003e: Men\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bib-less Cycling Shorts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFit\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mid-Rise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaistband\u003c\/strong\u003e: Drawstring, Adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Polyester-Elastane (80\/20) blend with UV protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChamois\u003c\/strong\u003e: Gel pad, rated for approx. 5 hours \/ 125+ km at 25 km\/h\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePockets\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2 (one per leg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHem\u003c\/strong\u003e: Elasticated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImported By\u003c\/strong\u003e: Apace Apparels And Equipments Pvt. 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