Backcountry Empire 11.5In Bike Short - Women's
Backcountry
$119.00
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The Empire 11.5In Bike Short from Backcountry leans into ride-first stamina. A durable 4-way stretch fabric moves with you through enduro sections and brushes, while the 11.5-inch inseam offers extra coverage and is knee guard-friendly. A kick-forward leg opening clears room for pads and quick changes, and laser-cut perforations on the thighs dial in airflow on warm climbs.
On the trail, an articulated hip and a hook-and-loop waist keep the fit secure and comfortable. A silicone waistband gripper anchors the shorts on steep descents, and zippered thigh pockets hold small essentials while doubling as vents. The fabric flexes through technical sections, and the knee pads sit neatly, easy to layer with other kit as the ride shifts.
OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 certified fabric and practical details embody Backcountry's rugged, trail-ready ethos.
Materials / Fabrication
- Backcountry Empire short
- Durable 4-way stretch fabric
- Enduro-friendly fit
- 11.5-inch inseam
- Knee guard-friendly design
- Articulated hip
- Hook-and-loop waist
- Kick-forward leg opening
- Silicone waistband gripper
- Zippered thigh pockets for small essentials and vents
- Laser-cut perforations on thighs for increased airflow
- OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 Certified
Recommended Care
- Machine wash cold with like colors on gentle cycle
- Use mild detergent; avoid fabric softeners and bleach
- Do not iron
- Tumble dry low or line dry
- Close closures before washing to prevent snagging
- Do not dry clean
Fit Notes
- Inseam of 11.5 inches provides extra coverage and is knee guard-friendly.
- The waist uses a hook-and-loop closure with a silicone grip to keep shorts secure on rough descents.
- Four-way stretch fabric allows freedom of movement through technical trails.
- Zippered thigh pockets hold small essentials and double as vents, while the kick-forward leg opening leaves room for knee pads.