What should I wear for bicycle commute?

June 10th, 2010

Im gonna start commuting to school....
and i got slicks on my Hard tail mountain bike
its about a 13 mile round trip ride.....
i want sum clothing that wont stink or feel funny after all that ride...
i don't wanna sit in class and everybody around me thinking i stink....lol
if i could get wat and where to buy??

Thanks
ohh and i don't wanna look ridiculous....lol

When I used to commute 13 miles each way to work I used to wear proper cycling gear, and get changed when I got there.
There were no showers, so I used to give myself a liberal spray of deodorant and never had any complaints.

I had a locker where I could store most of my work clothing and shoes, and left my cycling gear in there during the day. If you don’t have a locker, you’ll have to find some way to transport your day cloths, a rack or panniers would probably be best.

This has the advantage that if it’s raining, you don’t have to wear wet clothes all day.

If changing isn’t an option, then you should avoid clothing made from natural fibres, such as cotton, as these will absorb the sweat, and will cause odour during the day. Man made fibres will allow the sweat to wick through and evaporate, so you’ll be drier, although the deodorant will still be a good idea.

Incidentally, if you have front suspension that you can lock, this will help while you’re cycling on the roads.
Tight spandex shorts with gel buttpads and tight spandex shirt!
Or invest in some cycling bib shorts!!
Don’t forget your helmet!!!
LOL
Carry a change of cloths.
Have to agree with Bob A. Take a change of clothes. Got a rear rack on your bike?
Yo

Freshen up when you get to school. You might be able to hit the gym shower as well.

Get a good pair of padded mtn. baggy shorts and wicking top. Take a change of clothes with you in a pack, or store a set in your locker(s), or in a basket on a rear rack. My daughters have a rear rack with a stainless steel basket attached. They can throw in their books, lunches, soccer bags right in the back. You could do the same and have room enough for a change of clothes too.

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