Anyone that has ridden with me knows that I haven't worn proper kit or used toeclips/SPDs since I quit road racing in the late 80s. I'm most likely seen riding in regular old
cargo-type shorts, t-shirt, and some kind of funky non-biking type shoes (or even
Keen sandals!).
I've been thinking a lot lately about changing that, and so yesterday I broke down and ordered proper bike shorts and a jersey from
J&G Cyclewear (made in Oregon!).
Why now? Entirely practical reasons, I suppose. I felt like I wanted a clean separation between my biking clothes and my street clothes, jersey pockets are very handy, and it's just more comfortable on long rides.
I'm still on the fence, however, about shoes/toeclips/SPDs. Maybe I'll find some vintage shoes like my old Vittoria's, remove the cleats, and attach the clips/straps that I have in the parts bin. We'll see.