Very comfortable
Rode 50+ miles for 5 days straight. Very comfortable around the legs and good support. Highly recommend.
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WOMEN'S SIZING INFORMATION IMPERIAL / METRIC
Bust | Waist | Hips | |
X-Small | 31"- 33"in / <79 - 84 cm | 22"- 24" in / 56 - 61 cm | 30”- 33” in / 76 - 84 cm |
Small | 34"- 36" in / 86 - 91 cm | 25"- 27" in / 65 - 69 cm | 34”- 35” in / 86 - 89 cm |
Medium | 37"-39" in / 94 - 99 cm | 28"-30" in / 70 - 77 cm | 36”- 38” in / 91 - 97 cm |
Large | 40"- 42" in / 101 - 107 cm | 31"- 33" in / 79 - 84 cm | 39”- 41” in / 99 - 104 cm |
X-Large | 42"- 44" in / 107 - 112 cm | 34"-36" in / 86 - 91 cm | 42”- 44” in / 107 - 112 cm |
XX-Large | 44"+ in / 112 cm + | 36"- 38" in / 92 - 97 cm | 44”- 46" in / 112 - 117 cm |
The size chart above should serve as a general guide. If you would like assistance in determining the proper size, please send the following information to contact@desotosport.com.
Our redesigned Femme 400-Mile short will provide ultimate comfort in the saddle. We increased the pad thickness from 6mm to 14mm and kept all the same great features you loved in the prior model.
Sizing: Please refer to the size chart button above for sizing guidance.
Fit Type: Form-Fitted
Fit Note: Please do not assume your size is the same as previous years, please use our size chart and if in doubt, email us at: femme@desotosport.com. Bike shorts are meant to fit tight, next-to-skin. This is to eliminate potential chafing. If you’re not comfortable with this type of fit and or are between sizes, we recommend sizing up. Garment will fit the most snug the first time you put it on, it will relax slightly once wet.
New Features:
Features and Benefits:
Inseam lengths:
Outseam lengths:
Front Rise (measurement from center pad up to the top of the waistband):
Rear Rise (measurement from center pad up to the backside of the waistband):
PRODUCT CODE: WB3
Rode 50+ miles for 5 days straight. Very comfortable around the legs and good support. Highly recommend.
I have the original 400 cycling short that also works as a tri short. The thicker pad in the new short does not seem suitable for tri training. They are good as a cycling short only.
The shorts is great and material looks durable but may not be as breathable as needed for warm temp. I noticed that the outer cloth of the pad creases which sometimes gets snagged on the saddle during ride and may not be ok to look visurally.
These are spectacular! The padding is super comfortable without being bulky, the fabric is soft and flattering, absolutely love these
They are great ! This is my 2nd pair , the first ones lasted about 10 years are still useable . These are good especially if you are sitting on a road bike seat but I also wear them for casual riding as they seating material is so comfortable and streamlined .They are easy to wash and air dry quickly, Great compression without being tight - good length not too short
I have been having some serious skin irritation problems from bicycling. These shorts do not chafe at all even on the longer rides. The amount of compression feels just right and I think I look pretty good in them! Great!
I will never buy another brand of bike shorts. Each pair I've owned has lasted me for a few years, a dozen triathlons, and thousands of miles in the saddle. The fit and pad are perfect. My iPhone 6S fits perfectly (and stays put) in the thigh-side pocket. Try them - you won't be disappointed!
Thank you for making these shorts, I absolutely love them. I have had previous styles of this short but (by far) this one is my favorite. The pad is thicker than previous shorts but you get used to the difference right away. DeSoto knows how to make great products and these shorts are one of their bests.
I have been wearing these shorts for a few months now and they are terrific. They fit comfortably and have excellent compression throughout, but they are not too tight around my thighs. The chamois offers just the right amount of padding for longer rides without feeling bulky when off my bike. I had been wearing cycling shorts from other manufacturers and experienced nerve pain in my hip on long rides, which I attributed to bike fit issues. However, the pain is nonexistent when I ride with my 400-mile shorts. Thank you De Soto Sport!
I initially bought 2 pairs of shorts, but had an issue with one of them that was my fault and not due to the design or material of the shorts. I reached out to De Soto, and Tracy De Soto herself explained why the issue happened and what I could do to fix it. She sent me a brand-new pair of replacement shorts despite the fact that the problem was me and not the shorts! De Soto has earned a customer for life!
Excellent cycling shorts. Great fit and comfort for long rides.
They fit well and I like the fact that they don’t have a silicon gripper on the thigh, but it seems like the pad is thicker and as such the seams are a little higher and rub where they meet the saddle. They are fine for a shorter ride but not as comfortable as my previous pair.
I have worn my 400 shorts twice and both times have resulted in blisters. I ordered size medium and apparently needed small even though the medium measurements are my body size. The shorts would be awesome if the sizing chart had been accurate.
I purchased the 400 mile cycling short and have used them on multiple rides. These are truly the most comfortable shorts I have ever owned. I purchased my first pair a few months ago. I purchased my second pair recently because I cycle a lot and absolutely love how they feel before, during and after a ride. I have recommended these shorts to friends who also concur with how comfortable they are. I was skeptical with reviews of the product at first but now I join the accolades. You won't be disappointed with this purchase!
Rode 50+ miles for 5 days straight. Very comfortable around the legs and good support. Highly recommend.
I have the original 400 cycling short that also works as a tri short. The thicker pad in the new short does not seem suitable for tri training. They are good as a cycling short only.
The shorts is great and material looks durable but may not be as breathable as needed for warm temp. I noticed that the outer cloth of the pad creases which sometimes gets snagged on the saddle during ride and may not be ok to look visurally.
These are spectacular! The padding is super comfortable without being bulky, the fabric is soft and flattering, absolutely love these
They are great ! This is my 2nd pair , the first ones lasted about 10 years are still useable . These are good especially if you are sitting on a road bike seat but I also wear them for casual riding as they seating material is so comfortable and streamlined .They are easy to wash and air dry quickly, Great compression without being tight - good length not too short
I have been having some serious skin irritation problems from bicycling. These shorts do not chafe at all even on the longer rides. The amount of compression feels just right and I think I look pretty good in them! Great!
I will never buy another brand of bike shorts. Each pair I've owned has lasted me for a few years, a dozen triathlons, and thousands of miles in the saddle. The fit and pad are perfect. My iPhone 6S fits perfectly (and stays put) in the thigh-side pocket. Try them - you won't be disappointed!
Thank you for making these shorts, I absolutely love them. I have had previous styles of this short but (by far) this one is my favorite. The pad is thicker than previous shorts but you get used to the difference right away. DeSoto knows how to make great products and these shorts are one of their bests.
I have been wearing these shorts for a few months now and they are terrific. They fit comfortably and have excellent compression throughout, but they are not too tight around my thighs. The chamois offers just the right amount of padding for longer rides without feeling bulky when off my bike. I had been wearing cycling shorts from other manufacturers and experienced nerve pain in my hip on long rides, which I attributed to bike fit issues. However, the pain is nonexistent when I ride with my 400-mile shorts. Thank you De Soto Sport!
I initially bought 2 pairs of shorts, but had an issue with one of them that was my fault and not due to the design or material of the shorts. I reached out to De Soto, and Tracy De Soto herself explained why the issue happened and what I could do to fix it. She sent me a brand-new pair of replacement shorts despite the fact that the problem was me and not the shorts! De Soto has earned a customer for life!
Excellent cycling shorts. Great fit and comfort for long rides.
They fit well and I like the fact that they don’t have a silicon gripper on the thigh, but it seems like the pad is thicker and as such the seams are a little higher and rub where they meet the saddle. They are fine for a shorter ride but not as comfortable as my previous pair.
I have worn my 400 shorts twice and both times have resulted in blisters. I ordered size medium and apparently needed small even though the medium measurements are my body size. The shorts would be awesome if the sizing chart had been accurate.
I purchased the 400 mile cycling short and have used them on multiple rides. These are truly the most comfortable shorts I have ever owned. I purchased my first pair a few months ago. I purchased my second pair recently because I cycle a lot and absolutely love how they feel before, during and after a ride. I have recommended these shorts to friends who also concur with how comfortable they are. I was skeptical with reviews of the product at first but now I join the accolades. You won't be disappointed with this purchase!
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