Getting tired of the costume change
09-15-22, 05:56 PM
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Getting tired of the costume change
I’m going to try velosambas, stretchy jeans, and a wool tee and see how it feels for a 10 mile, semi sporty commute and working. Wish me luck. Advice/commisseration welcome.
Edit: so people can stop piling on. I am not worried or think I will be smelling bad at work. It does not matter what I do for a job.
Seeking stories about people commuting in “normal” but bike appropriate clothes. Thanks or just ignore.
Edit: so people can stop piling on. I am not worried or think I will be smelling bad at work. It does not matter what I do for a job.
Seeking stories about people commuting in “normal” but bike appropriate clothes. Thanks or just ignore.
Last edited by VRC; 09-16-22 at 09:37 PM.
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09-15-22, 08:45 PM
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Kind of work would affect my advice. Construction or lawn care? Good luck! Public-facing job or office work? Uh, think about this.
Since you don't seem to recognize or to care about these niceties, I'm not sure what there's left to discuss.
Since you don't seem to recognize or to care about these niceties, I'm not sure what there's left to discuss.
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I wear jeans riding my bike more than I wear anything else. Each person is different.
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come here asking for suggestions and when one steps up to help, and believes deeper details would help with their solicited suggestion…... BAM ‘your not entitled to details, how dare you’
Not like anyone here would be able to tie your name and type of work to find out who you are…..let alone care.
09-16-22, 09:32 PM
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Question is about the ride, not the work day.
09-16-22, 10:25 PM
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The important things to figure out are shoes and bottoms. 10 miles makes me wanna ride clipless. Never been a fan of riding in jeans (or pants), I prefer shorts or 3/4 pants (neither are really appropriate for my work so I'm doing the costume change anyway).
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09-17-22, 12:05 AM
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VRC PEOPLE have feelings, if you ask them for help, the least you can do is not to be rude. But your apology is much appreciated, hope Bald Paul has read it. 
If you still care about your question:
When my commutes were 24km each way, i wore jeans and the pain was bearable. When they became 44km, cycling clothes became inevitable.
Keep us updated !
If you still care about your question:
When my commutes were 24km each way, i wore jeans and the pain was bearable. When they became 44km, cycling clothes became inevitable.
Keep us updated !
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VRC PEOPLE have feelings, if you ask them for help, the least you can do is not to be rude. But your apology is much appreciated, hope Bald Paul has read it.
If you still care about your question:
When my commutes were 24km each way, i wore jeans and the pain was bearable. When they became 44km, cycling clothes became inevitable.
Keep us updated !
If you still care about your question:
When my commutes were 24km each way, i wore jeans and the pain was bearable. When they became 44km, cycling clothes became inevitable.
Keep us updated !
However, the updates would be nice. Perhaps posting some shots of a chafed groin area, or the looks on co-workers faces as they pass downwind would be helpful.
09-17-22, 10:34 AM
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Twenty years of experience commuting in normal office clothing here, brought to a possible end by forced telework. My commute was 25 miles round trip for part of that time. I think that the "semi sporty" part could be a problem. An hour and a quarter for 12.5 miles worked out well for me. Basically, I rode at a walking level of exertion. The type of bike is a really big factor. Upright bikes, like English 3 speeds or modern European commuter bikes are designed to be ridden in normal clothing. Most bikes sold in this country (road, mountain, or hybrid) are not. Upright riding position, wide leather saddle, and a chainguard/chaincase make a huge difference. My answer is yes, you can do it, and with the proper equipment it can be the easiest. fastest, and most convenient way to commute in congested areas with little or no parking. If you want sporty, I think an e-bike might be good.
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09-17-22, 02:00 PM
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Twenty years of experience commuting in normal office clothing here, brought to a possible end by forced telework. My commute was 25 miles round trip for part of that time. I think that the "semi sporty" part could be a problem. An hour and a quarter for 12.5 miles worked out well for me. Basically, I rode at a walking level of exertion. The type of bike is a really big factor. Upright bikes, like English 3 speeds or modern European commuter bikes are designed to be ridden in normal clothing. Most bikes sold in this country (road, mountain, or hybrid) are not. Upright riding position, wide leather saddle, and a chainguard/chaincase make a huge difference. My answer is yes, you can do it, and with the proper equipment it can be the easiest. fastest, and most convenient way to commute in congested areas with little or no parking. If you want sporty, I think an e-bike might be good.
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Twenty years of experience commuting in normal office clothing here, brought to a possible end by forced telework. My commute was 25 miles round trip for part of that time. I think that the "semi sporty" part could be a problem. An hour and a quarter for 12.5 miles worked out well for me. Basically, I rode at a walking level of exertion. The type of bike is a really big factor. Upright bikes, like English 3 speeds or modern European commuter bikes are designed to be ridden in normal clothing. Most bikes sold in this country (road, mountain, or hybrid) are not. Upright riding position, wide leather saddle, and a chainguard/chaincase make a huge difference. My answer is yes, you can do it, and with the proper equipment it can be the easiest. fastest, and most convenient way to commute in congested areas with little or no parking. If you want sporty, I think an e-bike might be good.
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You are completely disregarding the distinct possibility that he is an international assassin, and that Big Gravel is monitoring him via his ISP.
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I wear street clothes to commute whenever I feel the need to cultivate a new pimple on my arse.
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I wear them in my shop.
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I'd like to wear jeans while out riding my bike, because I'm often heading somewhere (e.g., a meeting with a service professional like a dr. or dentist, a sports event, the grocery store, etc.) where I don't want to be wearing tights and changing isn't really convenient.
I normally wear Levi's 550 (Relaxed fit) jeans & I'm a bit fat, with fat thighs, and wear a big waist. I've found the crotch space is okay for normal activities (sitting still, walking), but has nowhere near enough room for riding. Who if anyone makes jeans (or another casual-style pant) that have generous crotch space suitable for cycling?
I normally wear Levi's 550 (Relaxed fit) jeans & I'm a bit fat, with fat thighs, and wear a big waist. I've found the crotch space is okay for normal activities (sitting still, walking), but has nowhere near enough room for riding. Who if anyone makes jeans (or another casual-style pant) that have generous crotch space suitable for cycling?
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I’m going to try velosambas, stretchy jeans, and a wool tee and see how it feels for a 10 mile, semi sporty commute and working. Wish me luck. Advice/commisseration welcome.
Edit: so people can stop piling on. I am not worried or think I will be smelling bad at work. It does not matter what I do for a job.
Seeking stories about people commuting in “normal” but bike appropriate clothes. Thanks or just ignore.
Edit: so people can stop piling on. I am not worried or think I will be smelling bad at work. It does not matter what I do for a job.
Seeking stories about people commuting in “normal” but bike appropriate clothes. Thanks or just ignore.
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