Backcountry Empire 11.5in Bike Short - Women's

Empire 11.5in Bike Short delivers pedal-ready mobility, coverage, and trail-tough durability

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:

"I ride these when the trails are fast, rough, and demand a little more coverage. The longer inseam makes a difference on descents, the fabric feels tough without being stiff, and the vents help keep air moving when things heat up. They stay put even when the riding gets rowdy."

With endless miles of enduro riding right here in our backyard, including the legendary Empire trail in Park City, we needed a short built to stand up to gnarly descents, trailside brush, and the occasional crash. The Backcountry Empire combines a durable 4-way stretch fabric with an enduro-friendly fit to give us a short that won't restrict us, whether we're tackling a massive rock garden or practicing our whips at the bike park.

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Details

Versatile mountain bike short for enduro stages and park sends
Stretchy fabric moves with us through technical trail sections
11.5-inch inseam provides extra coverage and is knee guard-friendly
Articulated hip and hook-and-loop waist for pedaling comfort and secure fit
Kick-forward leg opening leaves room for pads and eases pedal upstrike
Silicone waistband gripper helps keep shorts in place on gnarly descents
Zippered thigh pockets hold small essentials and double as vents
Laser-cut perforations on thighs increase airflow
Fabric is OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 Certified
Item #BCCZ2Q8

Responsible Collection: Recycled/Repurposed, [face fabric] bluesign® APPROVED
Material: 88% recycled nylon, 12% spandex 4-way stretch double weave, PFC-free DWR treatment
Fit: slim
Inseam: 11.5in
Pockets: 2 hand, 2 zippered side
Waist: hook and loop adjustable, internal silicone dot gripper
Venting: thigh laser perforations
Claimed Weight: 8.2oz
Activity: enduro, trail
Manufacturer Warranty: limited lifetime

About The Backcountry Brand

Backcountry began in 1996 with two skiers, a stack of avalanche beacons, and a garage in Park City, Utah. Our roots were humble, and we've grown since then, but our vision is still clear: to sell the best outdoor gear—and to create gear that’s even better through our very own gear and apparel brand.

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Built By Gearheads

We live and breathe the outdoors, so every stitch of Backcountry gear is made with a mission in mind. Designed in Park City at the foot of Utah’s Wasatch mountains—and tested by our Gearhead® Experts who use it every day—Backcountry styles are built to perform wherever the snow lands, trail leads or adventure calls.