Question from Newbie - what do you wear

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

What I don't like about Assos is that they show all their clothes on a model who is 5'8" and 125 pounds (that's the information they themselves state about the model). So few women are shaped that way. I wish they would show the clothing on a slightly more average sized woman- it might look very different on a 5'4" 140 pound woman. I feel safer buying when the model doesn't look like a starving giraffe.

Hmm...I'd be nervous going Commando in those white shorts! But then again- that model probably gets waxed there every week.... YeOW-chee!!!!

[Lenusik]

What I don't like about Assos is that they show all their clothes on a model who is 5'8" and 125 pounds (that's the information they themselves state about the model). So few women are shaped that way. I wish they would show the clothing on a slightly more average sized woman- it might look very different on a 5'4" 140 pound woman. I feel safer buying when the model doesn't look like a starving giraffe.

Actually, their model looks great. However, if you apply logic you can easily figure out what you need. There is a sizing chart which is very useful. As an example, I am 5'6, 114 pound, I buy Small in Assos. It fit perfectly.

[julypace]

WOW! The number of replies has grown so much over night!! Thank you all so much for your sound advice

So, there are some cyclists who have taken this idea elsewhere. I am not a real hard core cyclist yet. I am not sure at this point, how often I would be out there riding my bike in winter so before spending hundreds of dollars on those expensive winter clothes, I shall try the cheap trick. As Maxine said, I shall find my torelance this winter and go from there.

annie - any particular brand (s) and / or type (s)?

Thanks again!!

July

[Trekhawk]

What I don't like about Assos is that they show all their clothes on a model who is 5'8" and 125 pounds (that's the information they themselves state about the model). So few women are shaped that way. I wish they would show the clothing on a slightly more average sized woman- it might look very different on a 5'4" 140 pound woman. I feel safer buying when the model doesn't look like a starving giraffe.

LOL - yep your right I have an Assos jersey and its pretty fitted. All my other jerseys are medium but in the Assos I needed a large. Im 5'4" 126 pounds and lets just say if I add a few pounds that jersey sure wont be getting used. IMO if you dont like the super fitted look steer clear of the Assos Jerseys.

[presfoxm]

My random contribution is: put a layer of Saran Wrap between the pad of your shoes and the clips. I have odor eaters in my shoes and put Saran Wrap under them and it made a huge difference. The freezing metal of my clipless pedals made it impossible for me to ride for more than 30-40 minutes in winter! I also put a layer over the mesh on the toes... It made all the difference. Gotta love the Wrap!

[julypace]

Wikipedia says:

The terms "going commando" or simply "commando" are often used in the United States to refer to wearing no underwear under the pants (trousers). The term originated with American soldiers who preferred not to wear underwear in field conditions because of its tendency to retain sweat, and the additional laundry burden. The terms are analogous to the Scottish military term "regimental" referring to wearing no underwear under the kilt.

And Lisa, you can't wax there every week o_O! Unless you have a Rogaine addiction.

Hi RI, RI - thanks for that. Thought it might be a particular type of cycling clothes. Never heard of it...

My random contribution is: put a layer of Saran Wrap between the pad of your shoes and the clips. I have odor eaters in my shoes and put Saran Wrap under them and it made a huge difference. The freezing metal of my clipless pedals made it impossible for me to ride for more than 30-40 minutes in winter! I also put a layer over the mesh on the toes... It made all the difference. Gotta love the Wrap!

Hi presfoxm - thanks for another trick! It is hard to imagine a piece of wrap would make any noticeable difference but I should give it a try

[julypace]

Hmm...I'd be nervous going Commando in those white shorts! But then again- that model probably gets waxed there every week.... YeOW-chee!!!![/QUOTE]

Hi Lisa - what is "Commando"

Thanx

[run it, ride it]

Wikipedia says:

The terms "going commando" or simply "commando" are often used in the United States to refer to wearing no underwear under the pants (trousers). The term originated with American soldiers who preferred not to wear underwear in field conditions because of its tendency to retain sweat, and the additional laundry burden. The terms are analogous to the Scottish military term "regimental" referring to wearing no underwear under the kilt.

And Lisa, you can't wax there every week o_O! Unless you have a Rogaine addiction.

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

And Lisa, you can't wax there every week o_O! Unless you have a Rogaine addiction.

As a non-waxing non-shaving, non-Rogainer, I've now been exposed as knowing NOTHIN' about these things!
Lisa
(proudly wearing my sheepskin from "Tufts University" and avoiding white biking shorts)

[eclectic]

Personally I don't cycle outside in the winter because I don't like snow, ice, and -20 degree temps so it is indoor trainer for this girl

HOWEVER I have heard of the pantyhose for warmth idea. A lot of people, men as well as women do it around here for a variety of activities. I don't know about using it for cycling, but they use them for added warmth under thermals (long underwear). Pantyhose add some extra warmth w/o a lot of extra bulk. For the amount of layers you need here you would look like the Charlie Brown in the winter