Comfortable pad, nice compression
"I've been looking for a very minimally padded short, as the typical cycling pads hurt more than help in my particular female anatomy. These are, indeed, very thinly padded. Enough to help move sweat away, but not so much as to bunch up and cause any discomfort. The short's fabric is somewhat compressive, which is something I value. The waist band is slightly lower in front, which feels a bit different, but is fine while in the cycling position. Overall, the shorts meet my needs. FYI, I wear these while riding my Brooks B-17 saddle on my road bike."