Originally Posted by
kostyap
No because I have my own PRACTICAL reasons. I posted it only because I was surprised by that cyclist's comments. So I wanted to hear some underlying reason for wearing it it one or the other way. Bibs/shorts with their padding do look stupid anyways but they're very practical for protecting one's bottom on long rides. So I thought may be there is a practical reason for the thing mentioned as well but rather then it look stupid I fail to see any.
Access to your pockets isn't a practical reason? People gave you plenty of practical reasons. If you want to look ridiculous, go ahead. No skin off my back. But don't come complaining about it when someone thinks you look ridiculous.