
P.E Nation
Vita Contrast High-Rise Bike Short Length: 2.5"
The P.E Nation Vita Contrast High-Rise Bike Short is a women's form-fitting athletic short with a 2.5-inch inseam and 9.5-inch rise, designed for cycling, training, and everyday activewear. It is made from a quick-dry nylon-blend microfibre that offers four-way stretch and zero transparency, and includes a wide lined elastic waistband for tummy control, a hidden inner slit pocket at the waistband, flat seams to prevent friction, and silicone logos on the thigh and back. This version features dark brown fabric with bright blue waistband trim and printed logo accents.
- Material
- Soft, ultra-light and highly breathable quick-dry nylon-blend microfibre
- Gender
- female
- Style
- athleisure, sporty, performance
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Activewear > Bicycle Activewear > Bicycle Shorts & Briefs
Color
Specifications
High-rise bike shorts with contrast design, made from soft, quick-dry microfiber with four-way stretch and tummy control waistband.
Quick-dry fabric, four-way stretch, zero transparency, flat seam construction, hidden waistband pocket.
- Material
- Soft, ultra-light and highly breathable quick-dry nylon-blend microfibre
- Secondary
- elastane
- Style
- athleisure, sporty, performance
- Occasion
- workout
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Activewear > Bicycle Activewear > Bicycle Shorts & Briefs
Additional Attributes
- Soft, ultra-light and highly breathable quick-dry nylon-blend microfibre
- Four-way stretch, zero transparency
- Wide, lined elastic waistband for good tummy control
- Hidden inner slit pocket at the waistband
- Flat seams that prevents friction
- Silicone signature logo on the thigh and back
- High-rise design, rise 9.5 inches
- Inseam length 2.5 inches
- Body-hugging fit
- Moisture-wicking properties
Product Insights
The P.E Nation Vita Contrast High-Rise Bike Short (2.5" inseam, $70 CAD) offers a leg-lengthening effect and allows sizing down for compression, with Active Lite fabric (82% nylon, 18% spandex) that is quick-dry and better for high-sweat activities than premium rivals. Its contrast trim and hidden inner slit pocket are absent from Vuori and Lululemon micro-shorts, and the waistband stays put during running and HIIT without rolling or digging. The tradeoff: the 2.5" length demands a confident fit, and sizing down for compression may require careful consideration of comfort.
Verified claims
- Fit and silhouette
- 2.5 inseam creates leg-lengthening effect; fabric permits sizing down for compression.
- Competitive comparison
- Priced lower than premium rivals; fabric better for high-sweat activities.
- Design
- Contrast waistband trim is absent from Vuori and Lululemon micro-shorts, and the hidden inner waistband pocket is absent from Lululemon's Align and Wunder Train shorts.
- Materials
- 82% nylon, 18% spandex Active Lite fabric; contrast trim is the same material, quick-dry.
- Value
- Only 2.5-inch short combining contrast waistband design with $70 CAD price point.
- Logo durability
- Positioned on low-abrasion zones, and washing inside-out on cold gentle reduces the risk of silicone logo peeling.
- Hidden pocket
- Hidden inner slit pocket at the waistband stores small essentials.
- Performance
- Active Lite fabric is lightweight and breathable, with flat seams that reduce friction and a waistband that stays put during running and HIIT.
- Waistband
- The wide, lined elastic waistband provides tummy control and stays in place during running and HIIT.
- Care instructions
- Machine wash inside-out on cold gentle; avoid fabric softener; do not tumble dry.
- Quick-dry fabric
- The Active Lite fabric is quick-drying, making the shorts suitable for high-sweat activities.
- Opacity
- The four-way stretch fabric is opaque enough to stay non-see-through when sizing down for a more compressed fit.
- Contrast waistband
- The contrast waistband trim is purely a color variation in the same nylon-blend microfibre, so stretch and feel are consistent.
Product record
- Title
- Vita Contrast High-Rise Bike Short Length: 2.5"
- Brand
- P.E Nation
- Price
- 70 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front-facing view of a pair of high-waisted, mid-thigh length bike shorts on a model, showing seams, waistband trim, and a small printed logo on the left thigh.
- SilhouetteForm-fitting high-rise shorts ending at mid-thigh with a snug leg opening and a wide waistband.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.12 · w 0.54 · h 0.38 (high) - Waistband trimNarrow horizontal contrast trim at the top edge of the waistband in a bright blue color.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.05 · w 0.34 · h 0.03 (high) - Center front seamVertical center front seam running from the waistband down to the crotch area, visible as a stitched line.
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x 0.45 · y 0.16 · w 0.10 · h 0.20 (high) - Horizontal front yoke seamCurved horizontal seam below the waistband forming a front yoke across the hips.
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x 0.24 · y 0.18 · w 0.52 · h 0.06 (high) - Hem finishClean folded hem at each leg opening with a narrow stitched edge.
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x 0.27 · y 0.36 · w 0.46 · h 0.05 (high) - Fabric appearanceMatte, smooth stretch fabric with uniform color and no visible texture or pattern.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.12 · w 0.54 · h 0.38 (high) - Printed logo“Small uppercase blue logo printed near the lower outer edge of the left thigh.”
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.36 · w 0.10 · h 0.05 (high) - Logo transcription“P.E NATION”
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x 0.62 · y 0.36 · w 0.10 · h 0.05 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model wearing the shorts against a plain light gray background with even diffuse lighting; visible styling includes ribbed knee-high socks and white athletic sneakers.
- Shot compositionCropped full-body studio shot showing the model from mid-torso down to the shoes, centered in the frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundUniform light gray background with no visible props or patterns.
- Styling elementsModel is wearing ribbed maroon knee-high socks with two white horizontal stripes and white lace-up athletic sneakers.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.58 · w 0.40 · h 0.35 (high) - Lighting and shadowEven diffuse lighting with soft shadows under the feet and minimal specular highlights on the legs and shoes.
Colors
dark brown· shorts main fabric#4D3935bright sky blue· waistband trimvivid blue· printed logo- SilhouetteForm-fitting high-rise shorts ending at mid-thigh with a snug leg opening and a wide waistband.
- 02

Product
Rear view of high-rise bike shorts in a dark brown stretch fabric with a contrasting bright blue waistband trim and small blue logo centered on the back waistband.
- Silhouette and viewRear-facing fitted bike short silhouette ending above mid-thigh with a high-rise waistband; visible rear center seam runs vertically from waistband to crotch area.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.14 · w 0.64 · h 0.42 (high) - Waistband constructionWide high-rise waistband with a narrow bright blue top trim running along the upper edge of the waistband.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.10 · w 0.48 · h 0.07 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, matte stretch fabric with flatlock seams visible at the waistband and rear center seam; fabric appears uniformly dark brown.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.14 · w 0.64 · h 0.42 (high) - Hem detailLeg openings finished with a narrow folded hem sitting mid-thigh on the model.
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.46 · w 0.58 · h 0.06 (high) - Back logo text“P.E”
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x 0.45 · y 0.12 · w 0.10 · h 0.05 (high) - Back logo subtext“NATION”
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x 0.45 · y 0.15 · w 0.11 · h 0.03 (high)
Other
Studio photo showing model from the rear against a neutral light gray background; model wears maroon striped crew socks and white athletic shoes; soft diffuse lighting with faint shadow under feet.
- Background and lightingEven, neutral light gray studio background with soft diffuse lighting producing minimal shadows.
- Styling propsModel wearing maroon knee-high ribbed socks with two white horizontal stripes and white athletic sneakers; these items are not part of the shorts.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.56 · w 0.58 · h 0.36 (high) - Shot compositionCentered rear crop showing model from lower back to shoes; image has even margins on left and right and slight crop above lower back.
Colors
dark brown· main fabric#3D2B29bright blue· waistband trimlight blue· back logo- Silhouette and viewRear-facing fitted bike short silhouette ending above mid-thigh with a high-rise waistband; visible rear center seam runs vertically from waistband to crotch area.
- 03

Product
A pair of dark brown, high-rise fitted bike shorts worn by a model; visible seam lines, fitted waistband, and a small printed logo on the lower thigh.
- Overall silhouetteFitted high-rise bike shorts with a smooth, close-to-body silhouette ending around mid-thigh on the model.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.34 · w 0.34 · h 0.36 (high) - Waistband constructionWide, flat high-rise waistband with a horizontal seam at the top of the shorts visible across the lower torso.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.34 · w 0.30 · h 0.08 (high) - Front seam detailSubtle vertical and curved seam lines on the front panel meeting near the crotch area, visible as topstitched lines in matching thread.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.40 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Hem and leg openingClean, narrow hem at each leg opening that lies flat against the thigh without visible elastic casing.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.60 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, matte stretch fabric with no visible texture or pattern.
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x 0.28 · y 0.36 · w 0.34 · h 0.30 (high) - Printed logo on lower thighSmall printed wordmark in a contrasting light blue located near the outer front of the left lower thigh.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.56 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (high) - Leg text“RENATION”Partial
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x 0.52 · y 0.56 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Lifestyle studio shot with a standing model on a plain light background carrying a white bag with a visible blue fleece item; even soft lighting and minimal shadowing.
- Model poseFemale model standing with weight on one leg, left arm bent and holding a shoulder bag, right arm relaxed by the side.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.06 · w 0.60 · h 0.88 (high) - Prop - shoulder bagWhite shoulder bag carried on the model's left shoulder with a bright blue fleece jacket or lining partially visible inside the bag.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.14 · w 0.24 · h 0.22 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light gray to white seamless background with even studio lighting and soft shadows under the model's feet.
- Additional apparel visibleModel wears a bright blue fitted tank top, maroon headband and maroon knee socks with white stripes; white athletic shoes are visible.
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.06 · w 0.48 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.34 · y 0.82 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (high)
Colors
dark brown· shorts main body#3B2926light sky blue· printed logo on thigh- Overall silhouetteFitted high-rise bike shorts with a smooth, close-to-body silhouette ending around mid-thigh on the model.
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4588201 | Vita Contrast High-Rise Bike Short Length: 2.5" - Chocolate/espresso - X-Small | CA$70.00 | Yes |
| 4588202 | Vita Contrast High-Rise Bike Short Length: 2.5" - Chocolate/espresso - Small | CA$70.00 | Yes |
| 4588203 | Vita Contrast High-Rise Bike Short Length: 2.5" - Chocolate/espresso - Medium | CA$70.00 | Yes |
| 4588204 | Vita Contrast High-Rise Bike Short Length: 2.5" - Chocolate/espresso - Large | CA$70.00 | Yes |