Originally Posted by pgjackson

Trust me, the larger population notices...and they are talking crap about you behind your back. Shaving makes absolutely no difference one way or the other, offers no performance enhancements or health benefits, and the muscular legs thing is pure vanity (which is very unattractive to most women, unless you are built like Dwain "The Rock" Johnson).

To the OP, don't do it. Your friends will not understand and it is a PITA to maintain. When you get paid to ride, then consider shaving. Until then, be a regular guy. You already look rediculous in riding gear...with shaved legs you will also look rediculous in street clothes.