Oh the shame of being married to a MAMIL (that's a Middle Aged Man In Lycra)

9 years ago

Joe, pink is a power color. Not only that, but pink was originally the color for baby boys and blue for baby girls until the 1940's.

Frank Donovan taught me that.

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HeySal

9 years ago

First off, I find it hard to see helmets on bike riders unless they're going to be riding somewhere extreme - like some mountain paths or maybe extreme traffic. But to see the helmet and bare legs? Do people really think that if they get tossed hard enough to need that helmet that bare legs aren't going to be turned to a little bit of hash, too? It really might help him out if his outfit showed a little more common sense?

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Cali16

9 years ago

Originally Posted by HeySal

It really might help him out if his outfit showed a little more common sense?

Agreed, although I see male cyclists dressed like that all the time (sans the pink). Which takes us back to this thread: http://www.warriorforum.com/off-topi...oven-last.html

As for the photo, all I can say is....ugh! Pastel pink and clingy lycra definitely aren't doing that guy any favors...!! (Note to the guys here: If you want to attract women, this is not the way to go about it!!)

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bizgrower

9 years ago

Originally Posted by Cali16

Agreed, although I see male cyclists dressed like that all the time (sans the pink). Which takes us back to this thread: http://www.warriorforum.com/off-topi...oven-last.html

As for the photo, all I can say is....ugh! Pastel pink and clingy lycra definitely aren't doing that guy any favors...!! (Note to the guys here: If you want to attract women, this is not the way to go about it!!)

Dating WSO coming soon? If so, also mention that bicycling is really good for shaping women's legs. LOL

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I don't get why these kind of seats are not more popular:
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My cousin is a MAMIL. Rides his road bike at least about 200 miles every weekend in addition to daily rides.

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Helmets - I think about what happens when you pitch a cantaloupe onto the ground.
I'd for sure wear one if I rode.

We have several serious road rides come through our area in the summer. One is called the
triple bypass - three mountain passes in one day. A lot of those riders also use knee and elbow pads.

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Boulder, CO - The ordinances favor bicyclists so much that if you hit one with a car,
it's your fault regardless of what they did.

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Frank Donovan 9 years ago

Never mind the cyclist, that woman is hardly optimally dressed for a stroll in the (dampish-looking) park.

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- Joe Mobley 9 years ago
  
  Originally Posted by Frank Donovan
  
  Never mind the cyclist,
  
  Which would be my preference.
  
  Originally Posted by Frank Donovan
  
  that woman is hardly optimally dressed for a stroll in the (dampish-looking) park.
  
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  You're right, off with that dress. Nothing says "Stroll in the dampish-looking park" like a woman in bra (optional), panties (optional) and black high-heels (required).
  
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HeySal

9 years ago

I don't think that's a park - I think it's probably in front of their house. Look at all the homes behind them in the pic. If that's a park, it's a postage stamp. Kinda like biking around a football field repeatedly - which would make the helmet just plain silly from the get even without the little pink corporate label he's wearing.

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Banned 9 years ago

Originally Posted by HeySal

First off, I find it hard to see helmets on bike riders unless they're going to be riding somewhere extreme - like some mountain paths or maybe extreme traffic. But to see the helmet and bare legs? Do people really think that if they get tossed hard enough to need that helmet that bare legs aren't going to be turned to a little bit of hash, too? It really might help him out if his outfit showed a little more common sense?

Originally Posted by HeySal

I don't think that's a park - I think it's probably in front of their house. Look at all the homes behind them in the pic. If that's a park, it's a postage stamp. Kinda like biking around a football field repeatedly - which would make the helmet just plain silly from the get even without the little pink corporate label he's wearing.

The entire article is a pretty good read... The dude is an avid cyclist.

Oh the shame of being married to a MAMIL (that's a Middle Aged Man In Lycra) - Nyooz Trend

Now our weekends have been taken over by cycling. For MAMILs do not simply go on an hour-long run out. Rides regularly last three hours or more, while in the spring and summer they disappear for days to ride in 'sportive' events.

As far as helmets go --> scuffed knees are a lot different than a fractured skull. In-fact my wife and I have both been riding bikes regularly for the past 8 or 9 years and often we head out to the local bike path. In my estimation 90% of all riders are wearing hemets and in the spring and summer 90% of those helmeted riders are wearing shorts.

And yes, most are wearing shorts similar to what he is wearing (and many wear the shirts too). You may be out for a casual ride but you never know when another biker is going to come blasting by you and accidentally hit you. Some of these hard core riders are riding with some real speed.

Not to mention the fact that when you are riding in town --> one pothole, one patch of sand on a corner, one dumb car driver etc. can throw you down on your head. Do we wear helmets? No? Should we be wearing helmets. Yeah.

In a related story... Was Bono wearing a helmet? No.

http://www.latimes.com/entertainment...119-story.html

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HeySal

9 years ago

Out here most bikers are trail riders. Not a lot of other bikers or cars to deal with. However - on the mountain trails there's many that have rocks that can toss you - and that means steep slopes, so helmets and long pants are both a pretty sensible idea.

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Joe Mobley 9 years ago

Thanks Don. I forgot to post the link.

Doh!

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seasoned

9 years ago

Well, the woman IS dressed like she is going somewhere that isn't damp and has a floor, but the way she is standing is ODD and contorted. She has a pose, and expression, that is like "I HATE YOU! WHAT THE *****HELL***** are you doing?!?!?". The guy is just dressed weird, and is like "HI FRIEND! THANKS FOR TAKING THE PICTURE!".

As for the guy? The shoes are odd, The socks are a bit short. He has those lycra shorts that I never really understood. The material looks nice on women, making their figure show better, but on men? YUCK! And the shirt and gloves or whatever, YIKES!

Still, ever since those stupid BICYCLE helmets came out, people have been wearing them. I'm waiting for someone's head to get shoved back and have them be paralyzed BECAUSE of the helmet! They don't seem to provide much protection. And YEAH, knee pads WOULD be nice. Knees are pretty fragile. If they get hit the wrong way, you could end up requiring surgery just to have somewhat decent use. Luckily, it is pretty hard to be hit with enough force, in the right spot, but even 30mph might easily do it.

Steve

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Banned 9 years ago

Originally Posted by seasoned

She has a pose, and expression, that is like "I HATE YOU! WHAT THE *****HELL***** are you doing?!?!?"

I think you need to read the article (or read it again) and then you may better understand the reason for her expression.

The guy is just dressed weird, and is like "HI FRIEND! THANKS FOR TAKING THE PICTURE!".

The guy is dressed like a cyclist.

As for the guy? The shoes are odd, The socks are a bit short. He has those lycra shorts that I never really understood.

Cycling shoes, sport socks, and cycling shorts.

The main purpose of bike shorts is to provide comfort during long bike rides. Bike shorts are designed specifically for the needs of a cyclist. These needs include padding in the right places, strategically places seams, tight-fitting, flexible materials like Lycra and spandex that reduce air resistance and allow a full range of motion on the bike, and the right amount of breathability and wind block.

Tight Bike Shorts (Why Cyclists Wear Them)

The material looks nice on women, making their figure show better, but on men? YUCK! And the shirt and gloves or whatever, YIKES!

Again, a proper cycling shirt and gloves.

VolerTV: Why Wear a Cycling Jersey? - YouTube

Still, ever since those stupid BICYCLE helmets came out, people have been wearing them. I'm waiting for someone's head to get shoved back and have them be paralyzed BECAUSE of the helmet! They don't seem to provide much protection.

Steve

Not so stupid, in-fact they are mandated in many places for many riders.

Bicycle Helmet Laws

Many people swear by the multi-directional impact protection system (MIPS). The technology supposedly mimics one of the body’s natural defenses against brain trauma...the low-friction cushion of cerebrospinal fluid.

MIPS Helmet Technology - YouTube

Bell MIPS - YouTube

Helmets inspired by brain fluid to offer better impact protection

http://www.bellhelmets.com/mips/

MIPS Brain Protection System » #MIPSinside

A very popular but somewhat controversial helmet article.

http://www.bicycling.com/sites/defau...-13-Helmet.pdf

Disputing some of the facts in the above article.

Bicycling magazine article is misleading

FWIW --> bright, light and Day-Glo colors are often worn so you can be more easily spotted.

And yes, knee pads are used by some riders. Knee injuries are among the most common injuries and ailments....but these are usually not injuries caused by crashes.

http://www.active.com/cycling/articl...cling-injuries

http://www.bikeradar.com/us/gear/art...ilments-27605/

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seasoned

9 years ago

Originally Posted by ForumGuru

I think you need to read the article (ore read ir again) and then you may better understand the reason for her expression.

OK, Iguess she wants to show her disapproval.

The guy is dressed like a cyclist.

Cycling shoes, sport socks, and cycling shorts.

Tight Bike Shorts (Why Cyclists Wear Them)

Again, a proper cycling shirt and gloves.

VolerTV: Why Wear a Cycling Jersey? - YouTube

Not so stupid, in-fact they are mandated in many places for many riders.

Yeah, I meant to say they were mandated. they DO have that shell to help defeat the problem I was talking about but STILL, there are problems. HEY, OTHERS are saying similar things. For the gloves, and some other things, I was remarking more about the look. The gloves DO help protect the palm, and give tactile feeling. As for the shorts, debatable. For the shirt, the color is what I didn't like.

Steve

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Banned 9 years ago

Originally Posted by seasoned

As for the shorts, debatable.

In your own mind, Steve. Obviously you are not a big bicycle rider...

Fabric

Because cycling shorts should fit your riding shape, they are made of stretchy fabrics. Stretchy fabrics have a compression effect that supports your muscles and stimulates blood flow. Another big advantage is that the fabrics have high-tech fibers that wick away moisture and allow your skin to breathe. Look for shorts made of nylon spandex with a polyester yarn woven throughout.

Construction

Cycling shorts are designed to fit and support your body when you're in a cycling position. For this reason, they are made from eight to 12 vertical panels, providing extra curvature. Their flat seams don't press into your skin when you ride, unlike regular shorts' seams. Cycling shorts have grippers at the bottom of each leg to keep them from riding upward.

Chamois

Cycling shorts come with a padded liner called a chamois, which protects your groin area from chafing and friction and helps to cushion your ride. This is vital because sitting on a bike saddle puts pressure on your perineum, the junction of major nerves and arteries in the area between your buttocks and genitals. A padded chamois also protects against bacteria build-up. Look for a chamois made of open cell foam. A chamois can come in varying shapes and sizes. Choose the one that fits your body best.

Insider's Tip

Cycling shorts are designed to make your ride more comfortable and to protect you from irritation and chafing. Because the shorts have bacteria-fighting crotch liners and flat seams, you are supposed to wear the shorts without underwear. Underwear will add seams that can cause skin irritation and fabric that will keep you wet.

The Advantages of Wearing Cycling Shorts | LIVESTRONG.COM

And obviously you don't ride much on windy days...

While improvements to frames and components have improved aerodynamic performance, the cyclist is the largest obstacle to dramatic improvement. The human body is not very streamlined. Body positioning is important; road cyclists use "drop bars" to allow themselves to reduce their frontal area, which helps reduce the amount of resistance they must overcome. Reducing the frontal area helps riders increase their speed and their efficiency over time. In addition to positioning, small details like clothing can also make a big difference in reducing "skin friction." Tight-fitting synthetic clothing is worn by almost every professional rider, both road and mountain. Many recreational riders are also wearing bicycle clothes for the improvement in aerodynamics as well as comfort.

Science of Cycling: Aerodynamics & Wind Resistance | Exploratorium

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seasoned 9 years ago

Originally Posted by ForumGuru

In your own mind, Steve. Obviously you are not a big bicycle rider...

Never said I was! I haven't riden a bicycle for over 20 years, and THEN, as per the day, didn't wear protective gear. YEAH, it was stupid, but that is how the times were. Luckily I never even got a scratch.

The Advantages of Wearing Cycling Shorts | LIVESTRONG.COM

And obviously you don't ride much on windy days...

I actually HAVE, but was never in a position where it was a problem.

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- Richard Van 9 years ago
  
  All I can say is, with the exception of Don, not everyone seems familiar with cyclists that actually cycle for a sport.
  
  The Tour De France is a very well known cycle event. Lance Armstrong won it a few times though he had a touch more help than just the wind.
  
  Look at them all...
  
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  Richard Van 9 years ago
  
  Here's Steve talking in capitals about the chaps shoes and odd socks...
  
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  seasoned 9 years ago
  
  Originally Posted by Richard Van
  
  Here's Steve talking in capitals about the chaps shoes and odd socks...
  
  Your as bad as TL, suggesting that I like wearing EXACTLY the kind of thing I say I DON'T! But NO, this is NOTHING like me!
  
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  Richard Van 9 years ago
  
  Originally Posted by seasoned
  
  Your as bad as TL, suggesting that I like wearing EXACTLY the kind of thing I say I DON'T! But NO, this is NOTHING like me!
  
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  I was only kidding, it just made me think of you and your CAPITALS!!!
  
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  seasoned 9 years ago
  
  Originally Posted by Richard Van
  
  I was only kidding, it just made me think of you and your CAPITALS!!!
  
  I know, but I just had to answer.
  
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Dan Riffle

9 years ago

Regarding the pic in the OP, I'm pretty sure it says "British" on the shirt. This tells us two things:

1. Typical.
2. Richard Van's wife has thick ankles.

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Banned 9 years ago

This guy was glad he was wearing his helmet!

Sausalito Crash 12:14:14 - YouTube

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seasoned 9 years ago

Originally Posted by ForumGuru

This guy was glad he was wearing his helmet!

Sausalito Crash 12:14:14 - YouTube

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-don

For the record, I said NTHING against helmets, just against THOSE types. So I wonder what kind of protection he got. That was a REALLY inopportune thing. CARS have sustained major damage from that kind of thing.

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Banned 9 years ago

He was wearing a Giro helmet...not sure which model:

Road Bike Helmets, Cycling, Race Helmets, Biking Helmets - Giro

The road helmets:

http://www.giro.com/us_en/products/m...mets/road.html

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Banned 9 years ago

I am pretty sure this is his Twitter feed, notice the types of helmets they are wearing.

https://twitter.com/silas_patlove

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seasoned 9 years ago

Originally Posted by ForumGuru

I am pretty sure this is his Twitter feed, notice the types of helmets they are wearing.

https://twitter.com/silas_patlove

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There IS a reason I said BICYCLE helmet. WHATEVER....I wasn't saying it was unusual for BICYCLES! Only that I thought it could be better.

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- ForumGuru Banned 9 years ago
  
  @ Steve
  
  Bicycle Helmet History
  
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Originally Posted by seasoned

Only that I thought it could be better.

Steve

Maybe this is more like what you are looking for...

HÃ¶vding krocktest - YouTube

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Oh the shame of being married to a MAMIL (that's a Middle Aged Man In Lycra)

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