What to wear?
05-31-04, 05:44 PM
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Well I picked up a pair of "Surf Shorts" from Old Navy today. $13 CAD so I'll be continuing the shorts over spandex. These "surf shorts" appear to be pretty similar in cut to a baggy cycling short. Lighter material than most of the cycling shorts though, which I like.
05-31-04, 05:45 PM
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Regular old T-shirt that I don't care if it gets all shredded, same with the shorts. I don't wear armour, as I'm not that serious, but I'm a polar bear so it works out in the end. I don't ride past November though, unless ofcourse there isn't snow on the ground by then. The only thing I dislike is that my hands get cold. I also wear old shoes that again I don't care if they get more wrecked, as they suck already.
05-31-04, 09:42 PM
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I wear baggies with a padded liner. I usually wear a pair of NIKE that I bought on clearance at the outlet store, for about $30 a pair. (Bought 2 pair). However, by far, my favorites are my NEMA's. They were $50, and worth twice that! O.k., not really, but normal price is about $65 to $70.
I've tried weaing non-cycling specific baggies over a liner or my spandex shorts, but found the longer length and baggier fit would catch the saddle. So I stick to my Nema's or my Nike's.
Jerseys...I visit a MX shop and get some MX style jerseys. I like Fox Racing products, and can usually get a perforated long sleeve jersey for about $30. I also have several jerseys that I use on my road bike and/or my mtn bike. I pay about $50 for these. A cycling specific jersey just makes sense. The material will wick away the sweat and will keep you cooler. This is essential down here in FL with temps in the summer of 95 F and humidity at 110% (Really!). You start sweating just unloading your bike!
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I've tried weaing non-cycling specific baggies over a liner or my spandex shorts, but found the longer length and baggier fit would catch the saddle. So I stick to my Nema's or my Nike's.
Jerseys...I visit a MX shop and get some MX style jerseys. I like Fox Racing products, and can usually get a perforated long sleeve jersey for about $30. I also have several jerseys that I use on my road bike and/or my mtn bike. I pay about $50 for these. A cycling specific jersey just makes sense. The material will wick away the sweat and will keep you cooler. This is essential down here in FL with temps in the summer of 95 F and humidity at 110% (Really!). You start sweating just unloading your bike!
L8R
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05-31-04, 09:47 PM
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One thing I notice..When it is hot and going up hill. Slower momentum...Man, the sweat. Inland California with its heat, eyes sting and can't see...Florida..Hot, humid but it is pretty flat...Can at least keep going...That might be helpful?Sweat doesn't acculmate in your eyes as quickly.
Coolmax headsweats that channel sweat from the eyes might be helpful, since sweat is as blinding as salt water.
Coolmax headsweats that channel sweat from the eyes might be helpful, since sweat is as blinding as salt water.
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05-31-04, 09:58 PM
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nothing at all....nothing at all....
I usually wear a pair of old jeans. Sitting in the saddle with jeans has worn down the fabric to the thickness of a piece of paper. I should buy some MTB specific clothing but with old clothes i have hanging around, why not put it to good use.
I usually wear a pair of old jeans. Sitting in the saddle with jeans has worn down the fabric to the thickness of a piece of paper. I should buy some MTB specific clothing but with old clothes i have hanging around, why not put it to good use.
05-31-04, 10:08 PM
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I usually just wear an undershirt and mesh shorts whether I am riding road or MTB. The undershirts are white so I stay a bit cooler and somewhat tight fitting so they do not get in the way or get caught at all. If I am on a long ride I will wear a pair of padded underwear under the shorts. I have a pair of Pearl baggies, but I find they make too much noise and I often catch them on the saddle or other things. I took out the liners and wear them separately frequently now though.
