Siu Blue Wind

Maybe this is not the right venue for you?

osco53

*30 Years off cycling,,, that should tell you something,,,

*,,,,where ass meets saddle. Yeah we like being comfortable, when we are comfortable we can focus on the ride~

*,,,tight fitting feminine psychedelic shirts,, Really ? I want to see Nipples !!!


You need to Re-familiarize yourself with the rules I think,,

Read them all below, The Velominati, Keepers of the Cog~~~
Velominati ? The Rules

bulldog1935

you're welcome

Siu Blue Wind

Thank you.

SpeshulEd 

I'm quoting you just because we're 6 pages into a thread and I'm replying to you.

I wasn't trying to offend you in any way, I was just stating that people were still answering the OP in the greater scheme of things. I apologize if you took offense.

bulldog1935

that's fair enough - I want off this thread. I answered a question from the OP, which I was able to read through his humor, and had a pleasant conversation with him.
4 pages later, this thread is about me.
I don't want it to be.

Siu Blue Wind

Agreed. Let's switch it back to topic. Bulldog, you are welcome to stay, of course.

SpeshulEd 

Haha, it's all good! I tend to get a bit excited at times.

Back on topic...

I'm a huge fan of the Fox Ranger shorts for Bikepacking/touring.
Fox Racing Ranger Shorts - Men's | Backcountry.com

They're not too "loud" so you can wear them off the bike and not look like a crazy person.
They do have a padded lining, but it's removable.
They're also quick drying and breath well.

They're also pretty cheap!

caloso

Personally, I wear bibs and a jersey to ride my bike, not to shop or get coffee.

rob214

after 2 months of being a "cyclist" i first felt like a potato in a condom, now that i've been loosing weight and feeling better about myself i kind of think cycling clothes are cool and compfy to wear. i now why so many woman wear yoga pants out shopping when they don't even do yoga . because of comfort, can i wear my cycling kit out daily without be a freak?

Marcus_Ti

Cycling kit only belongs on or near a bicycle.


And yes, you'll still be considered a freak by the rest of the world who aren't avid cyclists.

jade408

Lululemon has nice men's pants that get raves from my coworkers. They look like normal pants and you can do yoga in them.

SugarMonkey

I call my capri length bike pants my "sexy pants."

jade408

My colleague has these pants. They were really soft and he demo-Ed downward dog for us!

Great Wall Pant

rob214

lol

BlazingPedals

Now that we know why cycling clothes look like they look, and that we don't actually *have* to wear them when cycling, we can move on to more important questions.

Like, why don't bicycles have steering wheels like cars?

adamhenry

Jaxjag

Why don't cars have handlebars?

Dave Cutter

I read your post.... and I get the impression that you aren't really sold on this cycling adventure. I get that impression because I don't see anything positive there.

You don't post that we've decided to invest our time, effort, and money towards a commitment to cycling. Instead you post.
I am more of an in for a penny... in for a pound type of guy myself. If the whole idea of cycling isn't calling to you... maybe you'll just be wasting your time and money. So... why bother.

But I finding cycling to be a real addictive experience that has morphed into a lifestyle. I'd suggest you jump in with both feet! Open the wallet wide (if you can afford that) and wear the gear. Don't worry about how, or how well, cycling gear and tech fabric work. It's all part of the cycling experience. Just jump in and have fun.

DO EXPECT SORE PARTS! Sure the right gear/clothing/saddle and a bit of knowledge and a metered approach to exercise will help moderate the learning curve (pronounced "pain"). But make no bones about it. Cycling is a blood sport. Expect blood, sweat, maybe a tear or two, pain, healing....... and gratification, satisfaction, empowerment, and pride. Expect to look silly in cycling clothes.... and expect to be proud of being identified as a cyclist.

Whatever you do... I wish you luck.

johanhorak

Thanks Dave. And understood. We are sold on the idea. And intent to try and have some fun. The first bike arrives on Tuesday. We are planning routes, checking out clothing options, checking out where we can buy stuff for the bicycles like wider thyers. The list never seems to stop. O yes. Waterproof breathable jackets and this combo of features do not come cheap in a jacket.

Lazyass

I don't think they wear them shopping because of comfort, but props to the person who invented them

Lazyass

You can wear proper clothing for road cycling without wearing rolling billboards or jerseys that look like someone smoking acid designed. I personally think 90% of the ones I see look ridiculous. Black shorts, subdued jerseys. If you want to be seen put a blinky light on your bike.

I got a few of these Road Holland jerseys a few weeks ago when they were going out of business.

Daniel4

Right on. You guys look good.

I don't buy into the argument that if you don't like cycle clothing, don't cycle.

gilpi

I almost feel I'm replying to troll.
Wear what you want, don't wear anything if you want.
Took me a long time to break down and realize there is a reason for cycling clothing/shoes.
I fought it for years, baggy gym shorts, cotton t-shirts, sneakers, you know, I wanted to be a rebel.
Started with the shoes, hmm, I can be more efficient when pedaling using cycling shoes. Then the shorts, little padding though, today, lots of padding and wouldn't think of a long ride without them.
The shirt, wait till you get a cool day and start sweating with a cotton t, you'll think of this post.

johanhorak

Thanks. Will keep your cotton T suggestion in mind.