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Snowboard & MTB Padded Shorts — Demon X V7 D3O Impact, Women's

XSMALL V7 Waist 24-26 Inches / No Thanks
$139.99 USD
Sale price  $139.99 USD Regular price 
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Snowboard & MTB Padded Shorts — Demon X V7 D3O Impact, Women's

$139.99 USD
Sale price  $139.99 USD Regular price 

64 reviews

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Snowboard & MTB Padded Shorts — Demon X V7 D3O Impact, Women's

Twenty-five years of rider feedback, built into the most adjustable lower-body padding we've made.

D3O® pads cushions the tailbone and seat, Plush pads cover the hip area and thighs, and an internal, removable pad sets additional padding exactly where you want it. From your first park lap to your ten-thousandth.

Features

  • D3O® + Plush padding — D3O® pads + A.I. air-channel padding at the tailbone and seat, with Plush pads cushioning the hip area and thighs.
  • D3O® tailbone pad — Rate-sensitive D3O® that stays soft while you ride and firms up under compression, with a thin integrated shell face that resists scuffs. Removable for washing.
  • A.I. Plush Padding™ (Air Pad Integrated) — Zone-mapped air-channel padding that varies softness as you move, so the shorts feel like part of you rather than something strapped on.
  • T.P.S. V2 (Total Padding System) — An insert with 2 inches of multi-directional adjustability; slide and lock the tailbone pad where your body and riding style want it.
  • C.B.I.S. (Cross-Belt Integration System) — Dual overlapping tension straps hold the waist and stop the pads from sagging or rotating.
  • X-Connect compatible — Links to a Demon X top to close the lower-to-upper-body gap and add a low lumbar pad. Works with V4–V7 systems.
  • All-day wearability — Ventilated Lycra/mesh blend — lightweight, moisture-wicking and low-profile under snow, ski or MTB pants.

Specs

  • D3O® pads + A.I. air-channel padding at tailbone and seat; Plush pads at the hip area and thighs
  • T.P.S. V2 adjustable insert; C.B.I.S. dual waist straps
  • Ventilated Lycra/mesh construction
  • X-Connect compatible with Demon V4–V7 tops
  • Included black foam insert is optional extra cushioning, not structural — many riders remove it for a lower-profile fit. The black T.P.S. insert is the primary adjustable element.
  • Care: hand wash, air dry
  • Inserts: the D3O® T6 hip pad, certified by D3O to EN 1621-1, is used at the tailbone. This applies to the pad only; no performance level is claimed for the garment.

Intended use

For snowboarding, skiing and mountain biking only. Not for motorsports. Designed to cushion minor impacts and reduce bruising, scuffs and abrasions from falls typical of these sports. No protective equipment can prevent serious injury. Fit it snug, check it for damage before each use, and replace it if it is cracked, torn or worn.

For park, freeride, all-mountain and technical MTB riders who want the most adjustable padding in the range. Riders who want a simpler, lower-profile short should look at the Zero PLUS RF.

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Demon Women's V7 padded shorts size chart

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Tech Specs

3 X D3O® Impact Pads

A D3O® T6 pad at the tailbone and seat and Plush pads at the hips and thighs; the pants add D3O® T6 knee pads. Soft while you ride, firm under compression.

A.I. Plush Padding™

Zone-mapped air-channel padding that varies softness and airflow as you move, for all-day comfort.

Cross-Belt Secure

(C.B.I.S.) — Dual overlapping tension straps keep the padding in place from first run to last, without excessive compression.

A D3O® T6 pad cushions the tailbone and seat, Demon's A.I. (Air Pad Integrated) Plush Padding™ covers the hips and thighs, and the T.P.S. V2 (Total Padding System) lets you slide the tailbone pad to where you want it.

X-Connect links the X V7 shorts and pants to a Demon X top, closing the gap between lower and upper body padding and adding a low lumbar pad. This is padding architecture, not just fluff.

For park, freeride, all-mountain and technical MTB riders who want the most adjustable padding in the range — the pants carry it down to the knee.

Push harder and ride smarter with the Demon FlexForce X V7

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Zero RF shorts and the X V7 Impact Shorts?

They're built for different riders and different days. The Zero RF is a slim, low-profile everyday short — recycled D3O® RF foam and an ESPRO™ pad at the tailbone, plus plush comfort foam at the hips and seat. It disappears under any pants. The X V7 is the most adjustable short in the range: a D3O® T6 tailbone pad, Plush pads at the hips and thighs, the T.P.S. V2 adjustable insert, C.B.I.S. dual straps and X-Connect. Choose by fit and adjustability: simple and slim, the Zero RF; fully adjustable, the X V7.

How is the X V7 different from the V6 and previous Demon impact shorts?

The X V7 introduces three key upgrades over the V6: the new A.I. Plush Padding™ system (zone-mapped, air-integrated comfort architecture), the T.P.S. V2 (2-inch multi-directional adjustable pad insert for custom fit), and the C.B.I.S. Cross-Belt Integration System (dual straps that prevent pad migration and sagging). The X V7 retains full X-Connect compatibility and cross-generation support for V4–V7 systems.

What is the T.P.S. (Total Padding System V2) and how do I use it?

The T.P.S. V2 is a removable black foam insert built into the shorts that slides 2 inches in any direction, so you can set the tailbone pad exactly where you want it. To adjust: open the outer shorts layer to reach the insert, slide it to your preferred position and secure it. Many riders set it slightly higher or lower depending on how they sit and ride. The separate black foam comfort layer is optional — many riders remove it for a lower-profile fit.

What is the C.B.I.S. (Cross-Belt Integration System)?

C.B.I.S. is Demon's dual overlapping tension strap system that holds the waist and keeps the whole pad array in position while you ride. A single elastic waistband can sag or rotate during aggressive movement; C.B.I.S. shares the tension across two overlapping straps, so the padding stays where you set it without squeezing the waist — from first run to last.

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  • 3 stars: 2 (3%)
  • 2 stars: 1 (2%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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Mayco Marinovich

used it 10 times and it broke
sent to emails to [****] no answer
they work really good, but yeah.. i have a faulty one maybe.

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BRIAN COUTINHO
LARGE — V7 2027 Model, Waist 32-34 in / Yes (SUSPENDERS)

Fast shipping. Product arrived and Quality is much better than I expected. I am glad I went out and got these shorts they look like they will do the trick for me. thanks!

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Shane Purchase
LARGE — V7 2027 Model, Waist 32-34 in / Yes (SUSPENDERS)

Great product backed by a great company

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Socrates

Caught heel edge and landed hard on left hip. Felt like I landed on a pillow instead of hard pack snow. Definitely a great investment.

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Anonymous
MEDIUM — V7 2027 Model, Waist 30-31 in / Yes (SUSPENDERS)

Quite good

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Ryan Rodriguez

Really nice top-notch product should be able to full send really appreciate it thanks guys

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Samuel Larson
XLARGE — V7 2027 Model, Waist 35-37 in / No Thanks

The t.p s.??? Insert is the absolute worst thing about this good product. That light foams gonna do nothing.
The insert I would want would be closed cell foam at minimum.

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Anonymous
XXLARGE — V7 2027 Model, Waist 38+ in / Yes (SUSPENDERS)

hi bud. so fR super cool product i like the feel and fit and the suspenders are a great idea. I feel that needed a bit more side and front thigh protection and would love a cup holder built in. I also have been using this and the knee/shin guards for playing pick up hockey and love it!. light no bulk good protection and ease of movement. would like more side and front protection plus cup holder pocket. if i were to make it perfect for my use etc. good products all around. Best, Tony

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Antonio Alvarez Juan
MEDIUM — V7 2027 Model, Waist 30-31 in / Yes (SUSPENDERS)

You dont even notice you wear them. And after a tricky session in the snowpark you are not going to feel these impacts in your body.
It helps a lot.
Thank you

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David M. Lott
XXLARGE — V7 2027 Model, Waist 38+ in / Yes (SUSPENDERS)

Excellent fit and padding in all the right areas. Looking forward to skiing less cautiously this coming winter.

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Chris Stevens
XXLARGE — V7 2027 Model, Waist 38+ in / Yes (SUSPENDERS)

Great protection and fitment. If you're middle-aged, I highly recommend the suspenders. For $10 it's worth trying them out. I have limited mobility and use them for pickleball. I don't need the tailbone pad, so I made a Velcro to Velcro patch.

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Charles Holt
MEDIUM — V7 2027 Model, Waist 30-31 in / No Thanks

These are the most amazing padded shorts for anyone who wants a great fit, lightweight, and the most protection ever. You will 100% be totally amazed and happy with this product. I am not AI or a fake reviewer. I ride Angel Fire Mountain Bike Park in New Mexico.

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Joe Scott
LARGE — V7 2027 Model, Waist 32-34 in / No Thanks

Thanks for fixing sending the pants. The knee pads have been sent back by US mail.

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Anonymous
MEDIUM — V7 2027 Model, Waist 30-31 in / No Thanks

Okay they are perfect in terms of protection but it does feel like I have a bbl. They aren’t bulky tho so I can still get up easily and have tons of motion to get on tubes or do whatever!

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Dan Nguyen
MEDIUM — V7 2027 Model, Waist 30-31 in / Yes (SUSPENDERS)

Great! Super comfortable, perfect fit, really great protective coverage. Hit 64.1mph on my snowboard and felt safe!

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Vincent M
XLARGE — V6 2026 Model, Waist 35-37 in / Yes (SUSPENDERS)

It's my first season snowboarding and early on in the season I hit a large jump on accident, feet flew out from under my and I landed straight on my tailbone from probably 6' in the air and going at least 20 mph. Completely annihilated my tailbone without breaking it. I bought these that same day and have been wearing them about two months now while I learn freestyle stuff (only jumps and boxes for now). I've taken some pretty hard slams while wearing the shorts, even yesterday I slammed straight to my butt after hitting a rainbow box completely wrong at Bear. The shorts absorb basically all of the impact. You still feel the slam but it's only to the point where you just get back up and ride away. The hardest I've slammed with these was at mammoth on the 8' half pipe straight heel edge catch to my butt on ice and I felt that one a bit but not that crazy tailbone pain you get without padding. Buy these and save your body, they seriously work. My only regret is that I didn't buy the pants initially because they have the knee pads. I might get those next season. Demon really needs to keep up with stock though. Missed out on quite a few purchases from friends and family because size wasn't in stock, not sure of supply chain issues though. Great shorts!

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Anonymous
XXLARGE — V7 2027 Model, Waist 38+ in / No Thanks

Great product

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Daniel Ching
XLARGE — V6 2026 Model, Waist 35-37 in / No Thanks

FITS GOOD, HEAVY DUTY PADDING, MAYBE TOO MUCH? LOL

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WD

Saved my ****, more than one time.

This weekend I was snowboarding thru the trees in an unfamiliar area, and ~6inch tree snuck up on me from around a larger tree and my hip/pelvis went directly into it - throwing me to the ground. I was quite sore, but didn't even have a bruise, and I give a huge credit to the Demon Impact shorts for this.

Major impacts aside, it's also nice to just be able to just sit down in the middle of a run if it's icy or you encounter choppy snow and not have to worry about hurting your tailbone/bum. That extra level of confidence has allowed me to progress my riding faster, in my opinion, because I'm not afraid to fall.

They also dry quickly and are super comfortable; I barely notice them while riding, and I feel that they also help you stay warm on the chairlift because the butt pad acts as an insulator and keeps your bum separated from the chair a bit. I wear them over my thermals and occasionally have to pull them up slightly throughout the day, but that's no issue.

Buy these shorts, you will not regret it! I pair them with the kneepads, and it's a game changer!

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jesse arikawa
XLARGE — V6 2026 Model, Waist 35-37 in / No Thanks

Do it! You will not be disappointed, lots of falls directly on my butt and side. Was in zero pain the next days!

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jesse arikawa
XSMALL V7 Waist 24-26 Inches / No Thanks

Wow!! First time snowboarding and heard about the pain the next day. Found these after researching online and on Reddit. Pulled the trigger and couldn’t be happie. Took lots of spills on my butt and sides that definitely would have caused damage. To my auto was in zero pain after. Yes you can feel the impact through these but the protection is unreal!

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Anonymous
MEDIUM — V7 2027 Model, Waist 30-31 in / No Thanks

These are great. They're quite comfy, I usually forget I'm wearing them until I fall. I was worried about sweat retention before I tried them, but after several long days in these I can say they don't trap moisture and they dry quickly. The extra insert they give you does add some nice cushioning, but it does cause a bit more sweating on the rear than I prefer, so I took it out, had some really hard falls this week on the snowboard this week, I even crashed into some dense trees going way too fast in the glades. I don't even have a bruise. So I'm not sure how necessary the extra insert really is, which is why it's removable I guess. Maybe I'll install it when I plan on doing cliff runs. Also, I'm able to secure my base layer and back protection to the velcro at the top of the seat, so I have full protection of my spinal column. Nice.

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Jerome W Slenk
XXLARGE — V7 2027 Model, Waist 38+ in / Yes (SUSPENDERS)

The demon V6 shorts far exceeded expectations and are far superior to the cheap ones I got off Amazon which did nothing. As a 54 year old snowboarder who is 6’4” and 225 pounds, I can go down pretty hard and it’s ended my day. These things give me a ton of confidence and protection. Spend the extra a get these. Worth every penny.

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Johnny Zavala
MEDIUM — V7 2027 Model, Waist 30-31 in / No Thanks

Saced my **** lol

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Luis Espel
XXLARGE — V7 2027 Model, Waist 38+ in / No Thanks

First day using them today, second time trying snowboarding. First time I tried I hit my tailbone so hard that the rest of the day learning was spent being timid and worried about causing more pain so I couldn’t progress. Today, I got out with the shorts and was still scared to fall on my backside. But once I did, it didn’t hurt at all and I could spend the rest of the day focusing more on learning and less on falling. Highly recommend this and wrist guards if you’re just starting to learn. It literally takes the pain out of growing pains and you can just worry about progressing and getting better at not falling, instead of worrying about a broken or bruised tailbone or wrist.

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Marius Froisland
XXLARGE — V7 2027 Model, Waist 38+ in / Yes (SUSPENDERS)

The shorts are good, the suspenders are bad. Feels a bit like how I imagine wearing a diaper to wear it, but it protects well and helps keep the back protection down when they are connected.

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