Women’s mountain bike bottoms are built for a different set of demands than road kit. Mountain riders deal with rougher terrain, unpredictable weather, longer days in the saddle, and the need to move on and off the bike more freely. The result is a category that spans everything from performance liner shorts with high-end chamois technology to baggy cargo options with pocket storage — and combinations designed to be worn together.

The RA Cycles collection is built around the Assos Tactica line, Assos’s purpose-built mountain and trail apparel range. Options include liner shorts in both standard and high-performance chamois (ST and HP), the Kieskafer bib short for riders who prefer the bib fit on the trail, cargo shorts for days that demand storage, and cargo pants and winter cargo pants for cold conditions. Yeti’s Koda Liner adds another option for riders looking for a clean, functional under-layer.

Complete your mountain kit with women’s mountain tops and mountain shoes, or explore the full women’s cycling apparel range at RA Cycles.