Union Short
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Union Short

Our water resistant, durable 4-way stretch city short. Works on and off the bike.

 
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San Francisco

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580 4th Street
San Francisco CA 94107
415.820.5070 View Map
New York

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238 Mulberry Street
New York, NY 10012
646.792.7835 View Map
Chicago

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1529 N. Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
773.661.0077 View Map
 

Inspired by NATO military shorts and US Postal summer pants, we made our Union Short to be functional and durable. With an updated slim fit and new urban cycling features, including secure back pocket, deep front pockets, and reflective logo, our Union Short works on the bike and in the bar. Gusseted seat and durable 4-way stretch fabric provide hours of comfort in the saddle or sitting on the grass.

Features and Fit

  • Water resistant, durable 4-way stretch fabric for fit and movement
  • Snap secured rear pocket keep your stuff in place
  • Front coin pocket Mesh lined pockets
  • Full-length gusset for on-the-bike comfort

Built in: China

Sizing:

  • Small 32" waist
  • Medium 34" waist
  • Large 36" waist
  • X-Large 38" waist
  • Machine wash cold water
  • Do not use bleach
  • Do not use softener
  • Tumble dry low
  • Warm iron when needed
    365 TO LIFE

    Your purchase is protected by one of the best warranties in the industry.

    All Chrome footwear and apparel is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for 365 days from the date of purchase. We will repair or replace, free of charge, any item that is found to be defective in materials or workmanship. This does not cover reasonable wear and tear or abuse.

    All Chrome bags carry a lifetime guarantee to be free of defects in materials and workmanship. This does not cover reasonable wear and tear or abuse. We will repair or replace, free of charge, any item that is found to be defective in materials or workmanship. The warranty goes into effect from the original date of purchase and applies to the original owner.

    The 365 To Life warranty. Second to none.
Average Customer Rating:
4.4 based on 17 reviews

Most Helpful Review:

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Dialed on and off the bike.

8/17/11 by Brandon

After using and abusing the original Schoeller fabric knickers and a pair of the Pro Loops, I was stoked to finally get a pair of Union shorts.

I am currently in my ninth straight day of wearing them at the bike shop. In that time, I have also put them through a couple messenger shifts on the road, and thrown them over my kit for several commutes to the velodrome (and yes, I have washed them).

They feel great: they're not too heavy in the sun; they don't cling to your legs in the rain; they charcoal colour doesn't make it obvious that I'm a dirt bag.

As for the length, I'm 5'10" with chicken legs and the bottom hem of the size small shorts fall about 1cm below my knees. Perfect for drinking beers. On the bike, the hem falls above the knee and doesn't get in the way through the pedal stroke.

5 stars!


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Not so much ...

1/22/12 by david m

I don't know why these shorts received such high praise. The only way you could say these look fashionable is you are over 35. These are seriously the ugliest shorts I have ever worn or seen. Not to mention at 80 dollars these shorts are about three times over priced. There is no excuse in the world to justify the comically high price. Buy yourself a timbuk2 bag and some 40 dollar shorts but pass this up, unless you are trying to look cool for your bikeforum friends.

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Minimalist for the bipedalist

1/5/12 by Matt

The Union shorts are lighter and shorter than Chrome's flagship Loop Pro knickers, but perfect for warmer-weather riding, when the Loops can get a little toasty. The pockets are rip-stop nylon mesh, so they won't tear easily and they'll comfortably hold a wallet and a phone. The semi-form-fitting 4-way stretch fabric is wicked: riding a bike in the Unions is pure joy, but Loops are still top of the food chain if you've got the cheddar to fork out.

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best pair of active shorts

11/29/11 by Todd

I love these shorts. They fit perfectly and feel ultra comfortable. I use them riding, hanging out, for yoga class, everything. They are slick enough to wear easily under another layer. I don't know why another reviewer called them skinny for hipsters, these are great. I've got an athletic bod, with plenty junk in the trunk and thighs, and they are fantastic. Not skinny, but not baggy either, the perfect fit. The pics don't do the butt on these justice, they look fine (I'm told often).

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