A while back I posted about how I just couldn't wear spandex, and then all of the little "spandex kings" of the forum had a fit. Yep, I was labeled a troll because I would not succumb myself to the wearing of spandex. These know-it-alls kept telling me, "You're going to get really chaffed on prolonged rides, blah blah blah." Well, guys, it never happened, but I figured I'd suck it up and try it.

Anyway, I eventually caved in (not here on the forums...) and said to myself, "Okay, I'll try the spandex, but damned if I'm going out in spandex alone. The last thing I need to do is get stuck having to use a pay-phone in a redneck bar located in the mountains because I don't get cell coverage."

Given that I have a GT bike, I found some GT gear online on Performance Bike's site, which consisted of a spandex liner and "regular" shorts over them. I sprung the $50 (or whatever...) and a few days later my shorts arrived. They did indeed help with comfort.

I refuse to go out in padded shorts alone, and I still shake my head at those men who do, but some people dress for the ride and not the fashion statement. I've since purchased some padded shorts with spandex liners that look like regular shorts. There were a ton to choose from at Performance, so check them out.

For the record, I gave my word that if I ever succumbed to the wearing of spandex, I'd post a picture and say, "I love spandex," so here goes. Yes, I'm wearing spandex, and no, nobody's going to see it.


I LOVE SPANDEX