Undergarments???

**gretassister** · 08-29-2005, 05:34 AM

Hi Ariel, WELCOME TO THE CYCLING WORLD.

Personally I were no undies or bra, except when I wear a really light jersey through which every detail of my breasts can be seen, then a sports bra is nessesary for modesty's sake.

HAPPY RIDING !!!

**mary9761** · 08-29-2005, 06:57 AM

I'm glad to see this thread, I'm also not sure if I'm going to be comfortable riding au naturale although with the 545 miles I've ridden so far I can definitely see WHY one would want to. OUCH
As far as sports bras, I'm finding with my weight and chest size, I'm going to have to deal with my regular bras for now. I wear a 50DDD and if I even find one that size, it's WAY OUTTA MY LEAGUE price wise

. As it is, I have to pay $20-$30 just for a regular bra that fits.

I finally found a pattern and I'm making my own bike shorts as soon as I get them finished I'll have my hubby take a photo of me in them for my avatar maybe.

**bluerider** · 08-29-2005, 08:38 AM

WELCOME ARIEL!!!

I have the same bike and in a 47 as well. I'm glad you love it as much as I do!!! It's a great ride.

As everyone has said, you gotta go au naturel. I was squemish about it and went out for my first ride with undies on. I spent most of my ride pinching and fixing my shorts and learned pretty quickly to not wear them again.

As for sports bras, I really like the Champion sports bras that actually...lift up the girls...it's got great support for my running but at the same time still makes me look like a girl...

Enjoy the ride and let us know how you progress!!!

**SadieKate** · 08-29-2005, 08:41 AM

Regarding your undergarments, would you wear a bra and panties under your swimming suit? No, because they reduce the functionality of your suit by constricting movement, staying wet, chafing, etc. Same goes for your cycling shorts. You'll actually look better because there won't be any of that dreaded VPL.

SK

VPL = visible panty line for those of you who weren't raised by my parents

**CorsairMac** · 08-29-2005, 11:32 AM

Originally Posted by ARIEL

Hello Everyone!

Wow! I'm blown away by your responses!!! Thank you so much for all of your terrific advice, info., and testimonials!!! Yesterday, I did manage to buy my first pair of cycling shorts and jersey at a LBS...just so that I could get right out there and start riding (I've been to 3 local bike shops; and find that there is barely any clothing for women!)!
This whole cycling thing is a bit of a "stepping outside my comfort zone" kind of thing for me anyway, so I think I'll...take the plunge and forego the undies! It has to be easier than dealing with the clipless pedals! I'm just taking it one baby step...or pedal push...at a time!!!

I can't thank you all enough for taking the time to respond to my weird inquiry! I really appreciate your words of encouragement & support!

I wish you all: "Happy (and comfy!) Cycling"!!! - Ariel

Welcome to the board Ariel: I forgot (my friends call it meno-brain) if you've posted to the "getting to know you" thread? If yes --wooohoo...if no, it's under the open and we would love to know more about you!

There are no "weird" questions here, although most of the posts are exercise related - where else can you go and ask some of these questions......like what type of computer to buy, what type of food, pixs of our pets!

Congrats on your new bike, your new lifestyle and your new wardrobe! I'm with the ranks of going without underneath. The thought of the chamois And a pair of underwear was just a bit much for my little pea-brain to handle! I think part of is it just so "mom" ingrained that leaving the undies at home just seems somehow "wrong" but I'm guessing you're not even gonna notice they're missing! Good luck on your first ride and plz plz plz.....tell us how it was. We love hearing everyone elses stories!

**bcipam** · 08-29-2005, 02:12 PM

I have never understood why is it so difficult for people to not wear underwear under their bike shorts. It's not like a pair of cotton panties are gonna keep sweat and other stuff off the bike shorts. It's not like a good pair of bike shorts are "see-through" and folks are gonna see something they shouldn't. A good pair of shorts are made to be worn, sans underwear. The chamois is very protective and meant to be. If you really think you are going to stick with cycling, invest in 2 - 3 pairs of shorts, several nice cycling jerseys (the wicking material is a must) and good sports bras or bras that wick moisture. I also like good bike socks. If you ride in cool weather, invest in arm warmers (I love arm warmers) and either tights or leg warmers.

Trust me once you ride without the panties, you won't believe you ever thought of doing that!!!

**CorsairMac** · 08-29-2005, 02:27 PM

Originally Posted by bcipam

If you ride in cool weather, invest in arm warmers (I love arm warmers) and either tights or leg warmers.

Really??.....have you ordered your wonderful red Amici Veloci arm warmers yet??...they extended the deadline for another 24 hrs and they're only $29.00 and I'm betting they would look Awesome on you! (and you can use PayPal)

Corsair "yup I'm a shameless hussy" Mac

**bcipam** · 08-29-2005, 03:33 PM

No problem you "hussy" but I must have 10 pairs already and if I buy another should be shot in the head. But for someone else looking and wondering, arm warmers are a gift to cyclist. Think of investing in a pair.

**Trekhawk** · 08-29-2005, 03:36 PM

As they say if you dont live on the edge your taking up too much space.
Live on the edge and ditch the undies when riding. You will never regret it or feel more comfortable.

**alpinerabbit** · 07-15-2009, 03:41 AM

another undergarment I can recommend is a mesh shirt to wick sweat, for all except the hottest days. Mine are from nalini.

**lph** · 07-15-2009, 03:50 AM

- but why would you want that, when you can buy a very sexy bikini just by clicking on the link above?

We've discussed wearing bikinis under bike gear way too little.

(PS. +1 on the mesh shirt.)

eta: there was an extremely unsubtle ad for bikinis above alpinerabbits post earlier

**alpinerabbit** · 07-15-2009, 04:14 AM

lph,

please pass me my white cane. I'll also have to ditch my bikes for a tandem.

**lph** · 07-15-2009, 04:15 AM

here ya go *tosses it over*

**mayanorange** · 07-15-2009, 05:04 AM

Originally Posted by Nanci

I am the only person in the world who wears undies with my bike shorts. (I tried to reform, but I couldn't do it!!)

You're not the only one! Something I just can't do.... I have some patagonia briefs that are nice and smooth and essentially seamless and they don't bother me.

**Biciclista** · 07-15-2009, 05:40 AM

I wear "barely there" underwear under my bike shorts. I can wear my bike shorts for more than one (short) ride. No way could i do that if i went commando.

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