On 11/07/2011 06:49 PM, Edward Dolan wrote:
"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.


I really like that one about the ladies room , imagine what kind of
acquaintance you can get when taking off the pants. I guess the same
could be the case in the mens room . From now on I will utilize the
ladies room as dress-room LOL .

I do agree that a suit can be necessary , and it all comes down to if
you need something , or somebody need something from you .

I don't really like the sound of sweat , but true we are humans . If you
are in a classroom full of teens , you feel nothing , however if you
enter the same room coming from fresh air , what a stink-

Here in Denmark we do get closer to each other than 3 feet , particular
in public transportation . An associate of mine , always were safety
shoes and work jeans with reflex and knee patting . He is traveling a
lot in public transportation , perhaps this kind of uniform is needed here?

With my question , I am looking for some kind of compromise and social
acceptances for the bike peoples dress code . A bit like where the SUV
is today . 50 yeas ago 4x4 was only for soldiers or farmers , business
people were driving small cars. Today many drives SUVs , but the SUV of
today is very different from the jeep of the 60s .

regards
Chris