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Old 07-10-2023, 02:20 PM   #4537
RichieRich
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Originally Posted by curves2000 View Post
What are you cyclists thoughts on quick rides on a road bike without padded shorts once in awhile? I am not a hard core rider or anything on a Specialized Allez, I have a 2 jerseys and padded shorts that I try to keep up with washing.

If I want to do a few Zwift rides or a quick 45 minute ride on the pathway in regular athletic shorts once in a while, is that ok and safe for saddle sores?

A few friends who ride A LOT and are what I consider top cyclists say absolutely not and others say don't worry so much.


Appreciate your thoughts
The odd ride here and there you’ll be fine. Maybe a little tender though. Lots of girls don’t wear bike shorts and manage. Best though is to pick up some cheap bib or regular bike shorts which is better than ginch. You don’t need to spend $200/pr. If you ride often though then you are tempting fate for those pores and sores.
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