Riding pants
11-09-07, 03:51 PM
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I wear these, the cuffs roll up great:
https://www.llbean.com/webapp/wcs/sto...9922&feat=26dp
I have a freakishly hot-running metabolism (and mild winters) so generally bike in jogging-shorts year-round, but can run really long lunchtime errands (~12 mile outings) in those cotton pants pretty well.
https://www.llbean.com/webapp/wcs/sto...9922&feat=26dp
I have a freakishly hot-running metabolism (and mild winters) so generally bike in jogging-shorts year-round, but can run really long lunchtime errands (~12 mile outings) in those cotton pants pretty well.
01-22-08, 09:31 PM
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+1 to the thrift store route. I like to pick up the thicker wool dress pants with a waist size 3-4 inches too large. Take 'em home and drop 'em in the wash on hot, then put 'em in a hot dryer. Shrinks them down to size. Then, I cut them off about 8" below the knee and add a 1.5" cuff with elastic to fit, trim off the belt loops and add elastic through the waist. I used to do it myself, now I just have a local seamstress do it for me. She charges me $10 and does a nicer job (pleated cuff with velcro straps). Found her by asking at my drycleaner. I also use thin-wool dress pant knickers in the summer. I never have understood the Lycra fixation among "roadies." I've decided wearing them is like a secret handshake for member of the roadie cult. Seems to me that most riders I look ridiculous in them, and and not at all like the next Lance Armstrong.
01-23-08, 12:04 AM
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01-23-08, 06:43 AM
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These REI pants (https://www.rei.com/product/724365) have worked well over bike shorts for the 25 mile commute on those mornings in the 30-40 degree range. I think they'll be good down into the 20's when temps get that low.
Another option is baggy bike shorts with tights underneath. I wear this set-up for temps into the 40's. I got the above tights for 30's and under.
If you like the feel of tights but hate the look, remember this mantra, " Everyone looks dorky on a bike." so it doesn't matter if you have on tights or jeans or camo baggies. Function before fashion. I tried the Lycra this past summer in Georgia due to temps and humidity reaching 100 and I decided I could wear them if it meant more comfy riding. I don't enjoy the grape smuggler look but I'm also not out there for a fashion show.
01-23-08, 08:52 PM
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soccer warm up pants.
they taper below the knee, so they arent in the way of kicking a ball, which makes them perfect for riding a bike too.
they taper below the knee, so they arent in the way of kicking a ball, which makes them perfect for riding a bike too.
01-24-08, 10:15 AM
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It depends on what kind of riding you're doing.
If you're "just getting there," transportation-type riding, I have found that a good pair of rain pants over my everyday clothes sheds the wind and retains body heat well enough to keep me comfortable down to about 15-20 degrees. Anything colder than that, I add a union suit or long johns.
I wear the O2 3Flow rain pants and recommend them for winter riding, I reviewed them extensively here. This would not be a cheap solution, but it would be a versatile one.
If you're "just getting there," transportation-type riding, I have found that a good pair of rain pants over my everyday clothes sheds the wind and retains body heat well enough to keep me comfortable down to about 15-20 degrees. Anything colder than that, I add a union suit or long johns.
I wear the O2 3Flow rain pants and recommend them for winter riding, I reviewed them extensively here. This would not be a cheap solution, but it would be a versatile one.
01-25-08, 07:28 PM
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I will cast a vote for blue jeans, no kidding. They are inexpensive & I can become an instant, low-key pedestrian at will. Flannel-lined jeans are my choice for winter commuting, and they even offer a little abrasion resistance in case you hit some ice in a corner, as I did just a few weeks ago.
01-26-08, 01:23 AM
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cycling pants
See
www.Rivbike.com
01-27-08, 06:40 AM
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Performance sells what they call "fleece tights". They're basically sweatpants but they have zippers at the ankles like warmups. I have a couple of pairs and they are fine when the temps hit the 20s.
01-27-08, 02:36 PM
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chain guard + sprung brooks + any pants and undies, if you don't want to look ridiculous
If wearing athletic gear rather than street clothes, the breathable-fabric drawers + sweats + vinyl wind pants + works well and is super cheap at target.
If wearing athletic gear rather than street clothes, the breathable-fabric drawers + sweats + vinyl wind pants + works well and is super cheap at target.
01-28-08, 10:11 AM
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I found "wind pants" the nylon sweat pants work great as long as they have an elastic bottom and side shoes zippers. I found them for $4.99 at the JC penny outlet. I bought 4 pair. They block the wind and with my riding tights under them are warm to 20F.
01-28-08, 11:03 AM
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I have some Zoic winter riding pants, I think I got them on Nashbar (???). They're riding specific but a looser fit than most. They have an inner pair of padded shorts and the exterior, full-length pant is designed to be looser than tights, the idea is that they allow for space between pants and skin which will stay warm once heated by body heat. They work well even in sub-zero temps and aren't quite as revealing as tights. Although people might still suspect that you're a cyclist, they look like some running/hiking pants I've seen (possibly another option for you).
