I don't know. The grey material sewn onto the pad looks like it would cause some chaffing after two hours. And I can't see that mesh material stretching with the body as well as Lycra either which could cause some issues. Who knows, maybe they would be comfortable at 2+ hours. I have a pair of baggies with a linear in them and I love them for 2 hour or less rides. You just have to remember that things that feel comfortable after 2 hours may start chaffing after 3 hours of continuous riding. I guess I just prefer having on something that's high quality then risking it. Nothing ruins your day like not being able to sit on your saddle without being in pain. And just because I ride with high quality bike shorts doesn't mean I paid full price... that's just crazy! $150 for bike shorts!? Never! Give me last years model under $100.