# Padded Cycling Pants Osloh Pants Are Designed for Avid Cyclists By Tisah Tucknott | Published 2009-08-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/osloh-cycling-pants References: [likecool](http://www.likecool.com/Osloh_Pants_From_Cool_Cyclists--Bike--Gear.html) & [wired](http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2009/08/osloh-pants-utility-wear-for-cool-cyclists/) If you’re an avid cyclist who likes or needs to leave your bike outside while you do your errands, then you’ll probably enjoy these [cycling pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/climber-easy-pants). Osloh Pants were made with cyclists in mind, as they are [water resistant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pieces-for-rainy-days), have two straps for cinching on the right pant leg and [extra crotch padding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/personomic-saddle). The Osloh Pants also has an antibacterial coating to eliminate odors (whatever they may smell like), and tabs on the back pocket to hold your bike lock. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Water Resistant Cycling Apparel:** The cycling industry could benefit from creating more water-resistant and durable apparel to combat various weather conditions. - **Odor-eliminating Fabric:** The textile industry could capitalize on creating fabrics with odor-eliminating properties for fitness apparel and other garments where odor is a concern. - **Bike Lock Holders:** The outdoor and adventure industry could explore creating more accessories to help cyclists carry and store their bike locks while on the go. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Cycling Apparel:** Manufacturers of cycling apparel can explore incorporating innovative features such as water-resistant materials, extra padding, and bike lock holders to better suit the needs of avid cyclists. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Textile manufacturers can invest in developing fabrics with odor-eliminating properties for various applications, including sports and fitness apparel. - **Outdoor Gear and Accessories:** Companies producing outdoor gear and accessories could introduce more products that cater to the specific needs of cyclists, such as holders for bike locks, to enhance the overall cycling experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Long-Distance Cycling Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brevet.md) - [Performance-Driven Cyclist Shorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyclist-shorts.md) - [Storage-Packed Travel Pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caligo-pants.md) - [Adaptable Adventure-Proof Pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/100-year-pants-v2.md) - [Exoskeleton-Integrated Hiking Pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcteryx-x-skip-mogo.md) - [Water-Repellent Weekend Travel Pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/72hour-merino-travel-pant.md) - [Performance Shorts Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/performance-shorts.md) - [Adaptable Summer Lifestyle Shorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/equator-cargo-hybrid-short.md) - [Discreet Connected Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laas-olock.md)