Originally Posted by
DnvrFox
Think of "fraternity membership" - being a member of that sacred club of elite cyclists. Similar to hazing but not quite as bad. Showing the world that you are a "real" cyclist.
Seriously - how many of us actually have road rash where the shaving of the legs really makes a difference?
Back in the 80's I had a crash that left me with HUGE road rash on my leg. It took them at least an extra hour to pick each hair out of my leg and thigh with tweezers before they could clean and treat it. That didn't feel too good.
I for one "have road rash where the shaving of the legs really makes a difference" and will continue shaving like I have since then!