Holes in shorts
08-01-06, 09:23 PM
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Holes in shorts
I lost some weight and decided to buy some new shorts--mediums fit fine now rather than larges. All of a sudden, I am wearing holes in the legs where my leg hits the bag under the seats. What gives? I haven't changed bags or bike positions. I treated myself to expensive shorts--two different kinds, and they both got holes in a matter of days. I don't want to throw the shorts away, they are still fine exept for the holes, which are fairly small--1/2 inch diameter. Any one else have the issue? Don't suggest getting rid of bags or trying new ones. Tried new ones and they were worse, and I hate carrying the tubes, etc., in the back pockets.
08-01-06, 09:48 PM
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I'd just use black cloth ducting tape to cover the holes if you don't want to get rid of the bag.
08-01-06, 09:58 PM
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Did you lose the weight by cycling more. My legs bulk up when I do that and they start rubbing on the top tube and anything on it. Also they rub against each other while I am walking. Is the term thunder thighs still used? So you don't want to consider removing those bags. Fine, leave them - empty. Then put your stuff in a seat bag or handlebar bag.
