Originally Posted by
joeyduck
I wear running tights and a fitted under armor shirt for my commute. I find it much more comfortable. Just like I would not (unless need dictated) run a 10 km in jeans and slippers, I won't commute in my work clothes.
My commute is 7 miles, so I will sweat regardless. I sweat on my 1 km leisurely jaunt to the beer store.
I ride fast on my commute because I have always been a competitive athlete and I like pushing myself. I lieu of taking time from the family I kick my butt on the commute, two birds one stone.
I too have a 7 mile commute. In summer I mostly wear MTB shorts and a polyester t-shirt. Or sometimes I'll wear nylon "cargo" pants. Either way, it needs to be light to travel in the heat.
In terms of material, your average Fred clothing isn't the polar opposite of roadie kit.