Practice, hmmm ....
09-08-09 | 07:39 PM
#101
juneeaa memba!
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From: boogled up in...Idaho!
Bikes: Crap. The box is not big enough...
To pee: roll up one leg, whip it out.
it's tough, I know.
And personally, I do it so that a)I can get to my pockets, b) the sponsors that paid good money to have their info on my jersey can actually be seen, c)you don't look like an idiot, and d) you don't look like an idiot.
it's tough, I know.
And personally, I do it so that a)I can get to my pockets, b) the sponsors that paid good money to have their info on my jersey can actually be seen, c)you don't look like an idiot, and d) you don't look like an idiot.
09-08-09 | 07:41 PM
#102
bulletproof tiger
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From: Portland, OR
Bikes: Waterford 2200, Litespeed Tuscany, Salsa La Cruz, Kona Fire Mountain
09-08-09 | 07:44 PM
#103
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From: Santa Barbara, CA
Bikes: Specialized Tarmac SL2, Specialized Tarmac SL, Giant TCR Composite, Specialized StumpJumper Expert HT
09-08-09 | 07:51 PM
#104
bulletproof tiger
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From: Portland, OR
Bikes: Waterford 2200, Litespeed Tuscany, Salsa La Cruz, Kona Fire Mountain
09-08-09 | 08:00 PM
#105
well hello there
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From: Point Loma, CA
Bikes: Bill Holland (Road-Ti), Fuji Roubaix Pro (back-up), Bike Friday (folder), Co-Motion (tandem) & Trek 750 (hybrid)
09-08-09 | 08:55 PM
#106
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09-08-09 | 10:44 PM
#107
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From: In the foothills of Los Angeles County
09-08-09 | 11:26 PM
#108
Fixed-gear roadie
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From: Wilmington, NC
Bikes: 2008 Masi Speciale Fixed
When I first got bibs I was actually wearing jersey on top of those but pretty soon discovered what happens when the nature calls on a long ride and you urgently have to remove that jersey and it clings to a sweaty skin like crazy.. So those are my "practical reasons" for wearing it this way. As for reaching into back pockets ... Well, my keys, wallet and phone are in a tiny fanny pack so I do not really need those pockets. Almost forgot, I do not shave my legs either.
So many great quotes...
I think this thread deserves the "Fails So Hard It Actually Wins" award.
Kostyap, if you would oblige, I am curious to hear your thoughts on this bike. I think it may be perfect for you.
09-09-09 | 01:00 AM
#109
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From: Toronto
09-09-09 | 01:12 PM
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True. But I already have what I have and in no mood spending more money for no apparent benefit. So I'll think about it when my current set of 2 starts to desintegrate. I do not think it's going to happen anytime soon though.
09-09-09 | 01:54 PM
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Feels more comfortable and padding held in place nicely. Shorts slide a lot and I'd get chafing sometimes. Also sharp tip of the saddle (Toupe) would sometimes grab the shorts in inseam area and pull it.
09-09-09 | 02:19 PM
#123
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From: Milwaukee
Bikes: '05 Lemond Sarthe - Yes! the orange one!
Sell the old jerseys on eBay and buy a couple of full zip jerseys so that you are no longer are forced into this horrific Sophie's Choice nightmare of cycling apparel heresy!
Think of the children!
09-09-09 | 03:13 PM
#125
Klaatu..Verata..Necktie?
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From: SF Bay Area
Bikes: Litespeed Ultimate, Ultegra; Canyon Endurace, 105; Battaglin MAX, Chorus; Bianchi 928 Veloce; Ritchey Road Logic, Dura Ace; Cannondale R500 RX100; Schwinn Circuit, Sante; Lotus Supreme, Dura Ace
The answer to the question 'why not wear bib straps over your jersey' is the same as the answer to 'why don't you tuck your shirt into your underwear'.
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