The longer ¾ provide some additional and much needed protection & warmth for your knees for these wet, cold months. OK, it’s been pretty amazing weather so far, but it’s still pretty cold in the morning or evening/night.

After my MT500 short shorts quickly became my favourite shorts through the summer, I had to get myself a pair of their bigger brother, the ¾’s, for the winter. I don’t usually like riding in ¾’s or trousers, but my old knees require a bit more protection in the winter than just ¾ lycra provides. I was however surprisingly pleased with how they don’t feel ‘draggy’ on my knees at all (unlike my 3/4 Zymes or Humvees). The articulated knee design is to thank here, and there is a velcro tab enables adjustment if you feel they are too baggy.

With a clever selection of materials it has the best of both worlds; using waterproof and fully taped seams on the rear your backside stays bone dry, a tough waterproof fabric around the crotch for long-term durability, and stretchy Cordura fabric on the front for comfort and to make sure you don’t overheat (like you often will in fully waterproof shorts).

There are pockets on the front, with storm flaps, but I preferred not to put anything in them when cycling as the good but close cut made it feel restrictive with anything significant in them. There are also some vented zips on the thigh to regulate the temperature too and a zip fly, button fastener and a small belt and additional belt loops if needed. It also has the Endura Clickfast fittings for their lycra shorts.

VERDICT: Very comfy, waterproof, durable and not too hot. These, like their younger/shorter brother are my favourite shorts for these current (colder, wetter) conditions. At £72.99 (RRP) they are pretty good value too. Highly recommended.