What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: “I use these when the heat is high and the pace doesn’t let up. The compression feels supportive without cutting circulation, and the cooling tech noticeably helps on exposed roads. Once I’m riding, I don’t think about them at all, which is exactly what I want.”When the ride is long, hot, and fully committed, the Red Short is built to disappear beneath the effort. Designed by PEARL iZUMi for high-output road riding, it’s the short we rely on when comfort, cooling, and focus matter more than anything else. The Red Short uses lightweight, compressive nylon fabric to support muscles and maintain consistent circulation over sustained efforts. Infrared cooling technology works with sun-reflective treatment to reduce heat buildup, while a friction-free construction eliminates distractions in the saddle. Raw-edge leg bands with silicone grippers hold position without squeezing, and the dual-density ELITE 3D Levitate chamois provides pressure relief and stretch exactly where it’s needed.