Originally Posted by
tjspiel
Because they look almost the same as tights, probably cost more, and at the same time provide none of the comfort.
Geez, fashion is lost on old people.
But at least with tight jeans, you won't get your pant leg caught in the chain, and you don't have to commit any other fashion faux pas like stuffing your pant leg in your sock or wearing a goofy-looking strap or clip.