Do I need padded shorts for my first spin class?

[bbaggins]

Good morning!

I'll be taking my first spin class on Monday morning bright and early and want to be as prepared as possible. Would you recommend I go buy padded shorts for the first class?

Thanks much!
Sandy

[ebeth]

I would wait until you establish a habit of going to spin before you commit to any new apparel.

in the meantime, I'd just use a folded up towel on the bike seat.

have fun!

[bbaggins]

What a good idea! Thank you!

[cinco]

I've never used them. Your butt and lady parts might get sore the first time or two, but it goes away.

[boston340]

I honestly never use them either. I've been attending a cycling class 2x per week for about 9 months. After the first couple weeks I just got used to it I guess.

Athleta has some cute cycling shorts though if you decide you want some.

[Susie]

No, see if you like it before sinking $ into clothes for it. You'll be fine.

I prefer to wear compression shorts or capris rather than running shorts, if no cycling shorts.

[bbaggins]

I appreciate your input!

I'm admittedly intimidated by the idea of spin. I just picture skinny minnies in their sports bras and tight shorts and then the record player comes to a screeching halt when I walk in. Haha!

[mollyrunner]

I never wear padded shorts for indoor cycle...and I have gone to classes for many years.  DH mostly bikes outside but if he comes to one of my spin classes he always wears padded shorts.  I think you are going to be a bit sore after your first couple of classes but you should be fine after that.  Let us know how you like it!

[Mushe]

I definitely enjoy class more when I have them! I found some cheap padded cycling underwear at REI, and they work perfectly and weren't a big investment. I just wear them under my running capris.

[Mushe]

I should add that I'm really short, like shorter than the bikes can accommodate, so there's more need for padding.

Or I'm just wimpier than these ladies, which is also entirely possible!

[bella9280]

I've been teaching spin for 8 years and have never owned a pair.

You may be sore after the first few classes but it goes away.

[al320]

Ive never worn them for spin.

[sadlebred]

I would die (I only ride in shorts w/a chamois), but you will be fine!