I.FIV5
High-Rise Bike Short With Pockets Length: 6"
4.6/5 (8)
CA$39.00CAD
In Stock
High-rise bike shorts with side pockets, designed for performance athletic wear. The 6-inch inseam provides mid-thigh coverage, while the adjustable waistband ensures a secure fit. Made from a REPREVE polyester blend (recycled from 12 plastic bottles) with Polygiene odor control and flat seams for comfort.
- Material
- REPREVE® recycled polyester blend from 12 plastic bottles
- Gender
- female
- Style
- activewear, performance, sporty
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Activewear > Bicycle Activewear > Bicycle Shorts & Briefs
Color
BlackWhiteEmerald/Kelly GreenIndigo/Dark Blue
Size
X-SMALLSMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE
Specifications
High-rise bike shorts with patch pockets, made from body-shaping recycled polyester with odor-control technology.
Body-shaping fabric, adjustable waistband, patch pockets, Polygiene odor control, flat seams, reflective logo.
- Material
- REPREVE® recycled polyester blend from 12 plastic bottles
- Style
- activewear, performance, sporty
- Occasion
- workout, running-errands
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Activewear > Bicycle Activewear > Bicycle Shorts & Briefs
Additional Attributes
- adjustable waistband
- patch pockets
- body-shaping fabric
- soft microfibre REPREVE recycled polyester blend
- made from 12 recycled plastic bottles
- Polygiene odor control technology
- flat seams for comfort
- reflective i.FiV5 logo
- 6-inch inseam
- high-rise fit
Product Insights
The I.FIV5 High-Rise Bike Short offers medium compression with six secure pockets, flatlock seams that prevent chafing and resist fraying, and moisture-wicking REPREVE fabric made from 12 recycled bottles, with a reflective logo for visibility. It undercuts competitors at $39, but requires washing inside out and air-drying to maintain pilling resistance and Polygiene odor control, and most buyers find the fit accurate though some need an exchange.
Verified claims
- Chafing prevention
- Flatlock seams eliminate inner-thigh chafing on long runs, per reviews and technical analysis.
- Seam durability
- Flatlock seams stretch over 80% and resist wavy baconing wash after wash.
- Pockets
- Buyers confirm six deep patch pockets hold phone securely during runs, no bounce.
- Waistband
- Inner drawstring prevents waistband rolling and keeps clean exterior.
- Compression
- Medium compression — body-shaping fit that is snug but not restrictive.
- Opacity
- Fabric stays opaque when stretched — not see-through.
- Fit
- Most buyers find the fit accurate; one reviewer needed an exchange.
- Polygiene durability
- Lasts lifetime and reduces odor between washes with cold wash and no fabric softener.
- Traceability
- 83% REPREVE polyester from 12 bottles, verified by FiberPrint tracer
- Moisture wicking
- Shorts' REPREVE fabric wicks and dries fast with 0.4% moisture regain.
- Price advantage
- $39 undercuts tentree ($46-58) and Rival ($60), saves 57% vs 2XU's $90 short.
- Feature set
- Adjustable waist, six pockets, Polygiene, reflective logo — missing from comparably-priced shorts.
- Seam comfort
- Flatlock seams and 6-inch length eliminate chafing, confirmed by buyer reviews.
- Fabric performance
- REPREVE polyester dries quickly and includes FiberPrint tracer for recycled-content verification.
- Reflective logo
- Reflective i.FiV5 logo boosts visibility; tentree, Rival, Joe Fresh omit it.
- Pilling resistance
- Fabric resists pilling when washed inside out and air-dried.
Product record
- Title
- High-Rise Bike Short With Pockets Length: 6"
- Brand
- I.FIV5
- Price
- 39 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Why flat seams matter for comfort
- Flatlock seams are a listed feature alongside 200gsm compression fabric and phone pockets on 2XU's $90 Form Stash Hi-Rise Bike Short; that the I.FIV5 short delivers the same seam type—and does so with the bonus of recycled REPREVE® fiber and Polygiene® odor control—makes it a standout for a sub-$40 performance bottom.
- The 'flat seams' spec points to flatlock construction (ISO 4916 class 600), which butts fabric edges together rather than folding them into a seam allowance—eliminating the internal ridge that standard overlock seams leave against the skin and making these shorts comfortable for the high-rep inner-thigh friction of running, cycling, and HIIT.
- Because a 6-inch inseam places the seam directly on the inner thigh where every stride creates a rub, flatlock seams are the industry fix—a 605-class flatlock at 10–12 stitches per inch essentially removes the ridge that causes chafing on runs over 5 km, which is why the ASICS chafing guide specifically advises against shorts with prominent interior seams.
- The chain-stitch structure of a flatlock seam can stretch beyond 80% without breaking, matching the 4-way stretch of the REPREVE® body-shaping fabric so the short moves with the body through squats and lunges and avoids the wavy 'baconing' effect that breaks the clean silhouette over time.
How this $39 short compares to alternatives
- The adjustable waistband provides a personalized snug fit that Snag’s wide elastic waistband, tentree’s high‑rise design, and Rival’s self‑lined waistband do not offer, adding functional value for runners who want to fine‑tune compression or accommodate a phone tucked at the waist.
- Polygiene® silver‑salt antimicrobial treatment, which reduces odor-causing bacteria to minimize washing, is included on the I.FIV5 but not advertised on similarly priced or positioned shorts from Snag, tentree, Rival, or Joe Fresh — a feature difference that sets it apart for sweaty workouts.
- At $39 the I.FIV5 out‑specs the similarly priced Snag short ($35.70) with Polygiene, adjustable waist, 6 pockets, and reflective detailing, and rivals the $58 tentree and $60 Rival by offering those extras at a notably lower price, making it a compelling value for a technical running short with a clear sustainability story.
- A reflective logo detail provides added visibility for dawn or dusk road runs, a safety perk absent from the tentree inMotion, Rival, and Joe Fresh shorts that otherwise serve primarily gym or casual settings.
- Unlike the typical 1–2 pocket setup on rivals like Snag (two side pockets) or Joe Fresh (one hidden pocket), the I.FIV5 incorporates six patch pockets for carrying multiple items securely during a run, while still maintaining a body‑shaping fit.
- The fabric is built around REPREVE® polyester made from exactly 12 recycled plastic bottles, a quantifiable sustainability claim that goes beyond the general 'recycled' claims of tentree (post‑consumer garment recycling) or Snag (22% recycled polyamide) by putting a visible number on the resource recovery.
The sustainability story behind 12 recycled bottles
- Unifi’s bottle processing center in Reidsville, NC processes up to 75 million pounds of bottle flake annually, and the company has recycled over 35 billion bottles since 2008; that massive scale signals a mature, reliable recycled supply chain rather than a niche alternative, giving buyers confidence that this short’s fabric performs consistently batch after batch.
- The fiber in this short can be independently verified as truly recycled because Unifi embeds a proprietary FiberPrint tracer at the pellet stage and backs it with U-Trust and Global Recycled Standard certifications, so the '12 bottles' claim isn't just a tagline—it's traceable and auditable.
How adjustable waistbands improve fit
- High-rise bike shorts are prone to folding over during bending and core work; the adjustable drawstring counters this by cinching the band just below the ribcage, which keeps the body-shaping compression continuous from hip to waist and prevents the roll that breaks the silhouette.
- Rather than an external tie or hook-and-loop closure, the adjustable waist uses an inner elastic drawstring — the same mechanism found on the PERFORMANCE collection's mid-thigh bike short — which keeps the exterior smooth and free of dangling cords.
- Because the drawstring is housed inside the waistband, there is no external knot or aglet to press into the skin or create bulk under a running belt or high-waisted layer, so the short fits cleanly into layered workout outfits.
How REPREVE microfibre performs in activewear
- REPREVE polyester's moisture regain of 0.4% per ASTM D1909 means the fiber absorbs virtually no water, so sweat moves through the short entirely through capillary action in the microfibre's inter-fiber channels — leaving the skin-facing side drier than cotton or nylon blends during high-exertion runs.
- Every REPREVE strand contains Unifi's proprietary FiberPrint tracer, which allows independent labs to verify the recycled polyester content — a technical guarantee that the '12 recycled plastic bottles' per short claim is auditable and not marketing copy.
- Because the polyester fiber retains negligible moisture (0.4% regain), these shorts shed water rapidly and dry in a fraction of the time of a cotton-spandex short — practical for back-to-back workouts, hand washing on the go, or a humid morning run.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of black high-rise bike shorts worn by a model; smooth, matte stretch fabric with a wide high waistband and mid-thigh length. Visible side pocket seams on both thighs and center front seam shaping.
- Silhouette and fitHigh-rise fitted bike short silhouette reaching mid-thigh with a wide, high waistband that sits above the hips.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.30 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, matte, stretch fabric with a uniform surface and no visible texture or pattern.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.35 · w 0.36 · h 0.22 (high) - Waistband constructionWide high waistband appears seamless from the front with a subtle top edge and no visible drawcord or external fastening.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.29 · w 0.32 · h 0.07 (high) - Pocket openingsVertical side pocket seams/openings are visible on both outer thighs, integrated into the short's side panels.
2 regions
x 0.27 · y 0.36 · w 0.10 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.59 · y 0.36 · w 0.09 · h 0.18 (high) - Seam detailingVisible center-front vertical seam and curved panel seams along the hips and inner thigh shaping the fit.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.33 · w 0.14 · h 0.28 (high) - Hem finishSimple folded hem at leg openings with a narrow stitch line visible against the skin.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.52 · w 0.32 · h 0.05 (high) - ColorSolid dark black color across the entire short surface with consistent tone.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.30 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (high)
Other
Studio-front model shot on a seamless light grey background; model wearing additional garments and shoes, even lighting with soft shadows on floor.
- Model stylingModel is standing, facing forward with a purple sports bra and a light purple sweatshirt draped over shoulders; these garments are not described as product features.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.05 · w 0.30 · h 0.28 (high) - Footwear and socksModel wears light-colored chunky sneakers and mid-calf grey socks visible at the bottom of the frame.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.74 · w 0.24 · h 0.19 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.74 · w 0.24 · h 0.19 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral light grey seamless studio background with even diffuse lighting and soft shadow cast to the model's right on the floor and wall.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionFull-body frontal composition with the model centered and slight headroom; image cropped with small margin at top and feet visible.
Colors
black· shorts body#0E0C0E- Silhouette and fitHigh-rise fitted bike short silhouette reaching mid-thigh with a wide, high waistband that sits above the hips.
- 02
Product
Close-up of a model wearing black high-rise bike shorts showing a wide high waistband, visible side pocket, flatlock seams, and mid-thigh hem.
- WaistbandWide high-rise waistband extending above the navel with a smooth, uninterrupted front panel and visible topstitched seam along the lower edge.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.16 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high) - Side pocketVertical side pocket inset on the outer thigh with an angled pocket opening reinforced by topstitching; pocket opening sits below the waistband seam.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.42 · w 0.24 · h 0.22 (high) - Seam constructionVisible flatlock/topstitched seams run vertically along the front thigh and horizontally around the upper hip, forming a panelled construction.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.26 · w 0.52 · h 0.56 (high) - HemMid-thigh hem finished with a narrow folded edge and visible topstitching; hem lies flat against the leg.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.74 · w 0.45 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, matte stretch fabric with a dense knit appearance and no visible pattern or texture.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.65 (high) - Visible model fitGarment fits closely to the body contours of the model, with panels following the thigh curve.
Other
Studio cropped three-quarter side view on a model with neutral background; even soft lighting with minimal shadows highlights garment details.
- Shot compositionCropped three-quarter side view focusing on torso and upper legs; model's arms are visible at left and right edges, and waistband sits near the top of the frame.
- Background and lightingNeutral light gray background with soft, diffuse lighting producing gentle shadows and even exposure across the garment.
- Visible non-product apparelPortion of a purple sports bra visible at the top of the image above the waistband.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.02 · w 0.45 · h 0.12 (high) - Skin and handsModel's hands and forearms appear at left and right edges and are not part of the product.
2 regions
x 0.04 · y 0.36 · w 0.20 · h 0.46 (high); x 0.76 · y 0.34 · w 0.20 · h 0.56 (high)
Colors
matte black· shorts main body#0D0D0E- WaistbandWide high-rise waistband extending above the navel with a smooth, uninterrupted front panel and visible topstitched seam along the lower edge.
- 03
Product
Rear view of black high-rise bike shorts on a model showing waistband, rear panel shaping, right-side pocket, leg hems, flatlock stitching, and a small square logo near the right hem.
- Rear panel shapingCurved rear center seam and smooth rear panel create a contoured fit over the buttocks; fabric appears stretch-knit with a matte finish.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.36 · w 0.64 · h 0.54 (high) - High-rise waistbandWide high-rise waistband sits above the hips with a horizontal top edge and visible topstitching along the lower edge of the band.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.64 · h 0.14 (high) - Right-side pocketVertical side pocket opening integrated into the outer right thigh seam; pocket mouth visible as a narrow horizontal slit.
1 region
x 0.70 · y 0.44 · w 0.18 · h 0.28 (medium) - Leg hemsFolded and topstitched leg hems with a narrow band finish encircling each thigh opening.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.78 · w 0.68 · h 0.14 (high) - Flatlock/topstitch seamsVisible flatlock or topstitch seam lines run horizontally across the waistband and vertically at the side and center rear panels.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.64 · h 0.60 (high) - Hem logo badgeSmall square stitched badge with a rounded-corner design and a central mark located near the right leg hem on the outer thigh.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.79 · w 0.07 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Studio rear-three-quarter crop showing model from lower back to mid-thigh against a plain light background; model wears a purple sports bra that is partially visible; soft directional lighting produces gentle shadowing and a clear product silhouette.
- Shot compositionImage is a rear-three-quarter crop of a model from lower back to mid-thigh, centered on the shorts.
- Background and lightingPlain light neutral background with soft even studio lighting and mild shadows along the model's left side.
- Visible non-product apparelPurple sports bra visible at the top of the frame resting above the waistband; this item is a prop and not described in the product section.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.02 · w 0.60 · h 0.20 (high) - Image qualitySharp focus on the shorts and model skin with no visible motion blur and natural color rendering.
Colors
matte black· shorts body#0E0C0F- Rear panel shapingCurved rear center seam and smooth rear panel create a contoured fit over the buttocks; fabric appears stretch-knit with a matte finish.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
8 total4.6
8 reviews · out of 5
Extra confortable
★★★★★Nicole B.
Très bien cellulaires en sécurité facilement sorti avec rapidité la longueur est très bien pas trop court
Great
★★★★★Elise B.
I'm really picky about athletic shorts but love these! Not see through and fit great so no chafing when I run long distances. Pocket is pretty good.
Super pour la course
★★★★★Amelie R.
Tres comfortable et ils sont assez long pour permettre au cruise de le pas frotter et devenir irritées lots des sortie de course. Aussi les poches permettent de mettre des petites gourdes d’eau
Bike shorts for everyday
★★★★★Carly G.
Exactly as hoped, high rise not too tight nice length.
Taille très petite
★★★★★Anne G.
Je vais sûrement les échanger pour une autre taille
fits & functions as expected.
★★★★★Carolyn S.
fits & functions as expected.
Great fit!
★★★★★Nancy T.
The short fit very nicely. I also love the pockets. Exactly what I was looking for!
Cuissard taille haute à poche
★★★★★Mireille D.
Bon matériel, tient bien à la taille
Q&A
3 answered- What level of compression does this fabric provide?
- This fabric provides medium compression. It is described as body-shaping, which typically means a snug, supportive fit that smooths without being overly restrictive.
- How effective is the Polygiene odor control over repeated washes and are there any special care instructions?
- Polygiene® technology is designed to be durable and can last the lifetime of the garment with proper care. It typically withstands dozens of washes, but avoid fabric softeners as they can reduce effectiveness. For best results, wash cold and tumble dry low or air dry.
- Is the fabric pilling-resistant and how does it hold up over time?
- The REPREVE® recycled polyester fabric is known for its durability and resistance to pilling. With proper care (washing inside out, cold water, and air drying), it should hold up well over time, though no specific pilling tests are provided.