About as dapper as I get...I had the day off, on Friday and after a week of dressing like an Eskimo to ride to work (temps 5 or 6 degrees either side of zero F, Mon-Thurs) I decided to make myself presentable before riding down to the coffee shop. Of course, everyone asked me why I was "dressed up".
I guess that says more about what I usually wear, than about what I was wearing on Friday...
"Sporty" attire...Today, I was feeling a bit more sporty, so I dressed in what I consider "bike specific" clothing. Knickers avoid getting pants cuffs dirty either from the chain or road spray. Leg warmers and/or ski socks provide plenty of lower-leg warmth, and stretchy wicking and insulating layers on top allow for freedom of movement and comfort on the bike.
When I walked into the coffee shop, my friend Brewster was sitting with one of his pals, and gave me sort of sideways glance. "What?" I asked, as I was removing my sweatshirt.
"Your clothes," he replied. "You look like Tintin."
"I take that as a compliment," I said, sitting down. And then, Brew and I had to explain the phenomenon of Tintin to the other fellow at the table.
Tintin in his customary plus-fours, sweater over collared shirt and jacket...This is, actually, pretty much the look to which I aspire. Couldn't be because of all the Tintin adventures I read as kid, could it?
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Nah. Your just weird.
ReplyDeletep.s. The end nigh.
Hey "TINTIN",Does Schwalbe make those tires in a studded version?They would be perfect for my winter commuter.By the way the XO-2 looks sweet!
ReplyDeletegetinlost: Yep, I am.
ReplyDeletefrankenbiker: As far as I know, the Marathon Winter 26x1.75 is the narrowest (most narrow?) studded tire that Schwalbe makes in the 26" size.
And, thanks. I'm digging the XO. I have a thing for white bikes, in general, and the XOs in particular.
I don't think I could pull of the knickers look. But you make it work, even if ends up a little like Tintin. I like the vest, by the way.
ReplyDeleteApertome: Thanks, man. I really appreciate the positive comments. After the day that I've had, they meant more than I can say.
ReplyDeleteHave a great Christmas, if I don't get another chance to send greetings. Hold your wife close, and count your blessings.