Red shorts report
08-12-07, 05:39 PM
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Red shorts report
OK, I'vew figured for a while now that, you know, just a nice teeshirt under a Goretex cycling jacket was fine... I wasn't a real "cyclist" so what did I need a jersey for? besides, they're kind of form-fitting and -let's face it- at 54 and a 20 year couch potato, my form ain't all that yet. But I finally thought, "What the heck, let's try one". I liked it so I bought another jersey and now I'm about to get 2 or 3 more to throw into the rotation. I love 'em.
But, shorts? No way. I'd feel like a total poseur and besides, I'd feel like something out of The Rutles ("It was the trousers... They're really quite revealing. Left nothing to the imagination..."). No not for me, plus see that comment above about being 54, etc.
But I just had this nagging little curiosity... everyone says they're the only way to go... so I got my red pair and yesterday I tried 'em out. They are everything people say they are. From the get go, they are comfortable and feel great in the saddle (especially if your saddle is a Brooks
). I just felt like I had more snap in my legs and I was never ever aware of them. They didn't rub me in funny places, they didn't hurt... They made me go faster. I am now ready to buy a couple more to t ry them out. Not sure which ones yet... I guess they don't make XL Blue Monacos anymore. No worries I'll find some to try.
But, shorts? No way. I'd feel like a total poseur and besides, I'd feel like something out of The Rutles ("It was the trousers... They're really quite revealing. Left nothing to the imagination..."). No not for me, plus see that comment above about being 54, etc.
But I just had this nagging little curiosity... everyone says they're the only way to go... so I got my red pair and yesterday I tried 'em out. They are everything people say they are. From the get go, they are comfortable and feel great in the saddle (especially if your saddle is a Brooks
). I just felt like I had more snap in my legs and I was never ever aware of them. They didn't rub me in funny places, they didn't hurt... They made me go faster. I am now ready to buy a couple more to t ry them out. Not sure which ones yet... I guess they don't make XL Blue Monacos anymore. No worries I'll find some to try.
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OK, I'vew figured for a while now that, you know, just a nice teeshirt under a Goretex cycling jacket was fine... I wasn't a real "cyclist" so what did I need a jersey for? besides, they're kind of form-fitting and -let's face it- at 54 and a 20 year couch potato, my form ain't all that yet. But I finally thought, "What the heck, let's try one". I liked it so I bought another jersey and now I'm about to get 2 or 3 more to throw into the rotation. I love 'em.
But, shorts? No way. I'd feel like a total poseur and besides, I'd feel like something out of The Rutles ("It was the trousers... They're really quite revealing. Left nothing to the imagination..."). No not for me, plus see that comment above about being 54, etc.
But I just had this nagging little curiosity... everyone says they're the only way to go... so I got my red pair and yesterday I tried 'em out. They are everything people say they are. From the get go, they are comfortable and feel great in the saddle (especially if your saddle is a Brooks ). I just felt like I had more snap in my legs and I was never ever aware of them. They didn't rub me in funny places, they didn't hurt... They made me go faster. I am now ready to buy a couple more to t ry them out. Not sure which ones yet... I guess they don't make XL Blue Monacos anymore. No worries I'll find some to try.
But, shorts? No way. I'd feel like a total poseur and besides, I'd feel like something out of The Rutles ("It was the trousers... They're really quite revealing. Left nothing to the imagination..."). No not for me, plus see that comment above about being 54, etc.
But I just had this nagging little curiosity... everyone says they're the only way to go... so I got my red pair and yesterday I tried 'em out. They are everything people say they are. From the get go, they are comfortable and feel great in the saddle (especially if your saddle is a Brooks
). I just felt like I had more snap in my legs and I was never ever aware of them. They didn't rub me in funny places, they didn't hurt... They made me go faster. I am now ready to buy a couple more to t ry them out. Not sure which ones yet... I guess they don't make XL Blue Monacos anymore. No worries I'll find some to try.It is interesting how so many folks use cycling gear, not because it looks neat, but because it makes riding a more pleasant experience. Many happy, pain-free rides!
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08-12-07, 06:15 PM
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Cycling clothes are just so, damn stylish.
But, bibs? Um, don't know if I'm ready to cross that line.
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I now have about 6 pairs of baggy mesh fabric shorts that I've picked up at different stores on sale. I think I've paid something like $40 combined for all of them. And I really like them.
I do use cycling liners with them, I have Cannondale, Borah, and Andiamo. The Borah's are by far my favorite, and I hate the Andiamos. Have worn them twice and have no plans to ever wear them again, the seams dig right into my thighs and after about 20 miles, it is torture.
I do use cycling liners with them, I have Cannondale, Borah, and Andiamo. The Borah's are by far my favorite, and I hate the Andiamos. Have worn them twice and have no plans to ever wear them again, the seams dig right into my thighs and after about 20 miles, it is torture.
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I ride 6000 miles a year. And try to ride 3 - 5 times a week. Or more. My equation: Pay $1 for each mile you want to ride. Century? $100 shorts. I really notice, after the ride, how much better I feel when I ride in good shorts. I like Giordanas. +1 on chamois butter, too. Albeit, I use it much less with the good shorts.
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Isn't there a rather imfamous photograph of why one should not wear "red bicycle shorts"? I seem to recall seeing something like that.
08-12-07, 11:17 PM
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No! No! No!
Don't entice anyone to post that picture again!!
The burned in image in my mind is just beginning to fade from the last time it was posted.
Don't entice anyone to post that picture again!!
The burned in image in my mind is just beginning to fade from the last time it was posted.
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08-13-07, 02:45 PM
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If SaiKaitai is thinking about wearing red shorts, I think someone needs to post that photo to make him aware of the embarassing possibilities. I, personally, agree with TB that I don't ever want to see it again, but maybe SaiKaiTai should. Just trying to help.
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Look -If you start off with a Goretex Jacket- There is only one way to go and you have finally made it. I started the other way round- Got the shorts then the top and it took a good few years before I got the Goretex. Now all you need are the cycling specific socks and you will be there. (They do these in blue by the way- But you might aswell stay with red now you have started that way) AND to re-inforce Dnvrfx Those Bib shorts are fantastic. Not as tight round the waist so will allow for a 3rd portion of pie if you make the ride long enough.
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You do know that solid black is much more slimming don't you?
And if that's not enough, consider:
I'm still having a hard time even visualizing red shorts on that beautiful blue (not white) bike. Seems like I remember that the human eye/brain cannot focus on both colors at once and has to jump back and forth. Maybe that is why I can't quite see it....
And if that's not enough, consider:
I'm still having a hard time even visualizing red shorts on that beautiful blue (not white) bike. Seems like I remember that the human eye/brain cannot focus on both colors at once and has to jump back and forth. Maybe that is why I can't quite see it....
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You do know that solid black is much more slimming don't you?
And if that's not enough, consider:
I'm still having a hard time even visualizing red shorts on that beautiful blue (not white) bike. Seems like I remember that the human eye/brain cannot focus on both colors at once and has to jump back and forth. Maybe that is why I can't quite see it....
And if that's not enough, consider:
I'm still having a hard time even visualizing red shorts on that beautiful blue (not white) bike. Seems like I remember that the human eye/brain cannot focus on both colors at once and has to jump back and forth. Maybe that is why I can't quite see it....
Oh, and I just ordered another pair of shorts (!)... Pearl Izumi Attacks from Performance. All black.
Swan652 - those are Cannondale Monacos. Got 'em from Nashbar.
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If anyone must see why you don't want to wear red cycling shorts, here's a link to a small version of "the picture."
I'll spare posting this in image format, so that only the brave and foolish can choose to follow the link
https://cucinatestarossa.blogs.com/we...e_shorts_1.jpg
I'll spare posting this in image format, so that only the brave and foolish can choose to follow the link
https://cucinatestarossa.blogs.com/we...e_shorts_1.jpg
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I think I posted it recently in the Post that Never Ends...
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If anyone must see why you don't want to wear red cycling shorts, here's a link to a small version of "the picture."
I'll spare posting this in image format, so that only the brave and foolish can choose to follow the link
https://cucinatestarossa.blogs.com/we...e_shorts_1.jpg
I'll spare posting this in image format, so that only the brave and foolish can choose to follow the link
https://cucinatestarossa.blogs.com/we...e_shorts_1.jpg
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"Swan652 - those are Cannondale Monacos. Got 'em from Nashbar".
Thanks.
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If anyone must see why you don't want to wear red cycling shorts, here's a link to a small version of "the picture."
I'll spare posting this in image format, so that only the brave and foolish can choose to follow the link
https://cucinatestarossa.blogs.com/we...e_shorts_1.jpg
I'll spare posting this in image format, so that only the brave and foolish can choose to follow the link
https://cucinatestarossa.blogs.com/we...e_shorts_1.jpg
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