Bike Shorts and Girlie Bits

[ny biker]

I'm just wondering if the LBS guy thinks it's okay to try the shorts on without underwear, and then put them back on the rack if you don't like them.

[Blueberry]

I'm just wondering if the LBS guy thinks it's okay to try the shorts on without underwear, and then put them back on the rack if you don't like them.

Snort!

Seriously, though. Nice to see a guy in an LBS relatively politely passing on correct information. Even the guys I like in the shops I frequent get all squeamish with women's shorts/saddles/etc.

[beagldog]

I'm just wondering if the LBS guy thinks it's okay to try the shorts on without underwear, and then put them back on the rack if you don't like them.

No he didn't. After I tried them on he said that you should wear underwear when trying them on. I guess he figured I didn't know that you should wear the shorts without undies. I've never bought bike shorts before. He was a cool guy and really very helpful.

[PamNY]

This has been discussed a lot. Some people do wear underwear with bike shorts -- I do occasionally, and nothing untoward takes place as a result. But they are meant to be worn without.