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Old 08-17-04 | 11:16 AM
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From: Port Orchard, WA

Bikes: Trinity, Paradisus, Centurion, Mongoose, Trek

I have to say that when I am driving down the country road out here where I live, and I see a guy/gal in "full dress" sort a speak, it may stick out like a sore thumb, since the clothing is so differant, but also is somewhat inspirational. I'd rather see lots of people out wearing that, than rolling around on their sofa wearing a moo-moo because nothing else fits. Get it?
So, don't be ashamed to wear your "full dress". The clothes definitely have a purpose, and when I see people wearing them, it gives an indication of not only how dedicated they are to the cycling sports, but also much they care about taking care of themselves, thus trying to keep down our monthly health care premiums.
I would rather my insurance company pay for a few road rashes or a few broken bones, than years of claims piled up from diabetes, heart disease, and kidney/liver propblems from all the prescription drugs they are taking due to their obesity.
I mean no insult to overweight people, I have family members who are obese, and is serious issue. But, it is also one of the major causes of health problems in the U.S.
Just think, if there were alot more people riding, then we could all afford to use the extra cash from lower premiums to buy better bikes.

So, in short, wear what you want, be proud of it, and RIDE baby, RIDE!!!

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