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Old 04-06-12 | 10:59 AM
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Originally Posted by KoolAidnPizza
Got quite a few questions so I figured I'd start out with the basics. (1) Do I need bibs or riding shorts and jerseys or am I safe in a wicking tee and my running shorts? (2) And should I invest in clipless pedals right away on this new rig? I'll pop in with more questions as they hit me. Kthx
(1) No, you don't need Andre the Giant's bibs, or cycling shorts. Most roadies like them a lot, but you're completely fine riding in normal people clothes, too.

(2) You don't need to get clipless pedals right away, but if you wait, when you finally get them, you'll wish you'd had them all along.
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