I've had two pairs, one regular cotton and one more technical, transverse I think. First ones lasted 5 years of nearly everyday use commuting in all weather and off the bike. Outstanding value. Using the technical ones now, not commuting as much but the fit is ace and look almost unworn (except for some baby food stains)
Cotton/Cordura ones just will not die. I've had mine since 2014. They definitely don't look new any more, but they are probably my favourite general purpose short
I've had two pairs, one regular cotton and one more technical, transverse I think. First ones lasted 5 years of nearly everyday use commuting in all weather and off the bike. Outstanding value. Using the technical ones now, not commuting as much but the fit is ace and look almost unworn (except for some baby food stains)