Altura Quantum Women's Shorts

Manufacturer Information

Altura Cycle Clothing - Altura have produced a range of cycle clothing that has been specifically designed for use in our unpredictable climate. The Altura range of cycle clothing is a perennial favourite with a wide range of women cyclists, Their womens range now includes Cycling Jackets, Jerseys, Trousers, Base Layers, Gloves, Underwear, Headwear, Arm and Leg Warmers and Summer and Winter Cruisers

Category Advice

The cling of the lycra in cycling shorts has a function as well. One of the largest and strongest muscles in the body is the quadricep, which is used extensively in cycling. The quadricep is also one of the weakest muscles in the body in terms of endurance. For this reason, cycling shorts are intended to wrap tightly around the quadricep, but not so much as to restrict bloodflow, from just above the knee, acting like a tension wrap to maintain the quadricep's form. This allows cyclists greater endurance and strength, allowing them to cycle longer, farther and faster.