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Old 07-01-08, 07:30 PM
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RE: Super Heroes (Lycraphobes)

Why is it that everyone has to dress up like a "Hiker" when they go mountain biking?
You know, the earth tone shirts and baggy cargo shorts.
Sure I know they are made of modern fabrics such as cotton with moisture retaining properties.
And yes the earth tones and khakis colors do make you less visible to wild animals and other riders.
But no one is being sponsored by L.L. Bean or North Face, so why are people wearing such understated outfits?
Or is it just people trying to self conscious and/or not get made fun of by their buddies?
Hmm...actually I think I just answered my question.
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Originally Posted by grudgemonkey
Why is it that everyone has to dress up like a "Hiker" when they go mountain biking?
You know, the earth tone shirts and baggy cargo shorts.
Sure I know they are made of modern fabrics such as cotton with moisture retaining properties.
And yes the earth tones and khakis colors do make you less visible to wild animals and other riders.
But no one is being sponsored by L.L. Bean or North Face, so why are people wearing such understated outfits?
Or is it just people trying to self conscious and/or not get made fun of by their buddies?
Hmm...actually I think I just answered my question.


i like showing moose knuckle in neon

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Old 07-01-08, 09:04 PM
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I match my outfit to the color of mud at hand
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It's better in pastel.
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Originally Posted by grudgemonkey
Why is it that everyone has to dress up like a "Hiker" when they go mountain biking?
You know, the earth tone shirts and baggy cargo shorts.
Sure I know they are made of modern fabrics such as cotton with moisture retaining properties.
And yes the earth tones and khakis colors do make you less visible to wild animals and other riders.
But no one is being sponsored by L.L. Bean or North Face, so why are people wearing such understated outfits?
Or is it just people trying to self conscious and/or not get made fun of by their buddies?
Hmm...actually I think I just answered my question.
Yes, L.L. Bean. Born right here in maine
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Old 07-02-08, 08:39 AM
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People if flashy clothes look weird in the woods.
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Originally Posted by grudgemonkey
Why is it that everyone has to dress up like a "Hiker" when they go mountain biking?
You know, the earth tone shirts and baggy cargo shorts.
Sure I know they are made of modern fabrics such as cotton with moisture retaining properties.
And yes the earth tones and khakis colors do make you less visible to wild animals and other riders.
But no one is being sponsored by L.L. Bean or North Face, so why are people wearing such understated outfits?
Or is it just people trying to self conscious and/or not get made fun of by their buddies?
Hmm...actually I think I just answered my question.

I like to wear this when I ride out in the woods
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Old 07-02-08, 10:03 AM
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Give it a few more years. They will all be back to neon.
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Originally Posted by Fable
Give it a few more years. They will all be back to neon.
MTB's from the 90's are rad.
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I think they should make scab-colored knee-shin guards with irregularly-textured plastic caps. Then people wouldn't know if I was wearing armor or not.
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Originally Posted by grudgemonkey
Why are people wearing such understated outfits?
Or is it just people trying to self conscious and/or not get made fun of by their buddies?
Hmm...actually I think I just answered my question.
BINGO...we have a winner.
And with a name like grudgemonkey I doubt you're a Super Hero...huh?
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Originally Posted by MEAT
BINGO...we have a winner.
And with a name like grudgemonkey I doubt you're a Super Hero...huh?
With a name like MEAT, I am surprised you're not in lycra
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MEAT in lycra? Not a chance.
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Originally Posted by MEAT
MEAT in lycra? Not a chance.
Thank God. When I saw this online I got worried...

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^^^^^^
Oh jeez...
Lycra is a priviledge, not a right.
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Originally Posted by grudgemonkey
Thank God. When I saw this online I got worried...

Not sure what prompt you to seek out fat men in lycra but go for it.

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^^ "Seek out"... more like stumble upon and cringe.
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You want cringeworthy? Here ya go...
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biker fox.... GAAAHHH the goggles they do nothing!!!!!!
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Originally Posted by pinkrobe
You want cringeworthy? Here ya go...
Hey I know that pic....it's MEAT
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Originally Posted by pinkrobe
You want cringeworthy? Here ya go...
I think that just gave me tourrettes... Cause I can't stop cringing. Why would anyone dress like that and take a picture of themselves...?
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Originally Posted by pinkrobe
You want cringeworthy? Here ya go...
I am quoting this picture.
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