"Joy Beeson" wrote in message
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On Sun, 06 Nov 2011 21:04:33 +0100, M5usr wrote:

I am looking for a dress code that works on a bike when you commute to
an investor meeting or meetings where suits normally seems to be the
uniform .

The one time I attended a formal meeting, I changed clothes in the
ladies room -- thank goodness there was a handicapped stall, and even
so, putting on pantyhose was not at all easy.

One thing to bear in mind is that a suit is a ceremonial garment
intended to convey the message "I did not come here to do manual
labor." Therefore, it isn't particularly suitable for riding a bike.
It's expensive to clean, easy to damage, and it restricts the
movements of your arms.

I once knew a fellow who pulled slacks on over his cycling shorts,
then wore the shorts as underwear until he got a chance to change --
but this fellow didn't even own a suit.

A lot depends on how far you have to ride: if it's a distance that
you can cover on a "comfort" (crank-forward) bike, and if you don't
work up a sweat, half-gaiters to protect your pants legs may be all
you need. Or, you might be able to make the trip on a road bike if
you take off the coat.

The saddle area is going to wear through fairly quick on any pants
that are worn on a bike.

If there is a fairly inconspicuous route from the bike-parking area to
a men's room, I'd suggest affixing a suit box to the bike.

Forget about wearing a suit or any kind of normal clothing. Wear cycling
clothing and carry your work clothing with you and change into it when you
are done cycling. Only a nincompoop would not understand the change of
clothing routine.

However, for a contrary view, read the following:

When I was doing week long organized bike tours I would wear my cycling
clothing 24/7 until the week was over. I dislike the fastidious types who
are always changing their clothing after the day's ride. Such types should
should never get on a bicycle in the first place.

To sweat is normal on a bicycle. Anyone who does not like the smell of sweat
should stay at least 5 to 10 feet away from others. The only reason for
getting any closer is if you want to make a baby with a female. Some
cyclists are dumb enough to think they have to take a shower after every
bike ride however brief. And then they blather for hours about how good it
feels. Needless to say, Ed Dolan the Great holds all such panty waists in
contempt. The world is full of sissies. Try not to be one of them.

--
Ed Dolan the Great - Minnesota
aka
Saint Edward the Great - Order of the Perpetual Sorrows - Minnesota