I'm such a nerd I think all this bike gear is stylish. It just happens to protect my hands, head, bum, etc. and keep me comfortable. I'm lucky to participate in a sport where I have such neat clothing options.

I do feel a little self-conscious that I'm the only bike commuter at my job who wears bike shorts etc to ride in. But everyone else's ride is like 3-5 miles, and mine is 14, so whatever. If I was only riding 3 miles, I'd rock the jeans too - not because I don't like my bike shorts, but because it would be more convenient.

I'm not sure what to say about people being intimidated by spandex. Sounds mental to me.