To wear or not to wear pants?

[LarryDuff]

Go without. When I started I always wore pants until I read here that it was better without. And it definitely is.

 

[Dirtlover2005]

If chaffing is not an issue what is the benefit(s) of going commando?

 

[black'n'yellow]

If chaffing is not an issue what is the benefit(s) of going commando?

Padded cycling shorts are (without exception) designed to be worn next to the skin. I'm genuinely puzzled as to why so many people on here have a problem understanding that.

Presumably you don't wear pants underneath your speedos when you go swimming..? (unless your name is dave r, obviously...)

 

[Deleted member 1258]

Padded cycling shorts are (without exception) designed to be worn next to the skin. I'm genuinely puzzled as to why so many people on here have a problem understanding that.

Presumably you don't wear pants underneath your speedos when you go swimming..? (unless your name is dave r, obviously...)

I don't wear padded shorts, I don't need padded shorts, I either wear unpadded touring shorts or running shorts.

 

[black'n'yellow]

I don't wear padded shorts, I don't need padded shorts, I either wear unpadded touring shorts or running shorts.

very interesting, but this thread is about wearing underpants under padded shorts.

 

[MacB]

very interesting, but this thread is about wearing underpants under padded shorts.

you sure? I thought it was another B&Y this is the way things are and don't argue with me thread. Still you're mellowing

 

[Deleted member 1258]

very interesting, but this thread is about wearing underpants under padded shorts.

The Op talks about leggings, bib's and cycle shorts.

 

[Rob3rt]

you sure? I thought it was another B&Y this is the way things are and don't argue with me thread. Still you're mellowing

It is always good to know the way things are!

 

[Dirtlover2005]

Padded cycling shorts are (without exception) designed to be worn next to the skin. I'm genuinely puzzled as to why so many people on here have a problem understanding that.

Presumably you don't wear pants underneath your speedos when you go swimming..? (unless your name is dave r, obviously...)

Sorry but rather than questioning my understanding and making presumptions about me - I have not stated how I wear my shorts or tights - could you answer the question?

If chaffing is not an issue what is the benefit of going commando?

 

[Rob3rt]

Sorry but rather than questioning my understanding and making presumptions about me - I have not stated how I wear my shorts or tights - could you answer the question?

If chaffing is not an issue what is the benefit of going commando?

Whether you chafe or not, the greatest comfort and benefits (i.e. sweat wicking) will be realised by using the shorts as they are designed to be used.

 

[MacB]

It is always good to know the way things are!

It is and I remember asking the very question in the OP with similar results.

 

[simon the viking]

I wear pants and don't chafe not tried commando as my wife has point blank refused to do the washing of my bibs and shorts if I do!!! so I will take the easy option

 

[Rob3rt]

I wear pants and don't chafe not tried commando as my wife has point blank refused to do the washing of my bibs and shorts if I do!!! so I will take the easy option

Did you tell her at any point during this exchange that the dialogue referred to makes no sense? She is going to be washing a garment that has been against your skin regardless

 

[simon the viking]

Did you tell her at any point during this exchange that the dialogue referred to makes no sense? She is going to be washing a garment that has been against your skin regardless

I know what you mean she thinks its different though

 

[LarryDuff]

If chaffing is not an issue what is the benefit(s) of going commando?

Because it feels good.