Originally Posted by
Leisesturm
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Giant Doofus, ok, I guess you were right in that other thread when you said I was probably happier not knowing what goes on in the gated 'women only' forum. This...erm... peek behind the scenes has been... enlightening...
I read on some cycling blog, I believe it was Pretty Bicycle!.. but don't quote me on that.. that there is a huge difference in how men and women are allowed to speak about body and clothing fit problems in cycling. Men get to freely talk about numb penises, painful taints and squashed.. um.. jewels. I know know a whole lot more about that subject than I thought ever I would now. This isn't a bad thing. I passed this some of this info on to a few males I know who ride.
But a woman asks about a flapping skirt and... yeah. No one should be shamed out of asking these questions. We all have some sensitive parts that need protection.. and we all have fit issues to deal with.
Originally Posted by
Giant Doofus
I agree. In warm weather, wearing a skirt is a lot cooler than wearing pants or even shorts. And in cold weather, a pair of leggings works wonders. Next winter I think I'm going to get a pair of cold-weather cycling tights that I can wear under dresses on really cold days. I'll just take them off once I get to the office.
Maybe. On the other hand, how many threads have I read with men expressing various concerns about the "family jewels"? I suspect the men on this forum are mature enough to handle a conversation about women's clothing.
Agreed. Skirts are just so much more comfortable in the heat. Everyone should wear them. ...I keep telling my guy that nothing is manlier than a kilt... and that he has the legs for it but alas, he's still bifurcated. Woe is me.
On cold days I wear fleece leggings under a skirt. It's actually warmer than jeans. (Disclaimer: I own no cycling specific clothing!)
I'm interested to see the woman's forum. Can't wait till I hear back about getting access.