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Old 07-18-2023, 10:44 AM   #4554
Hack&Lube
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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
I rode the whole summer of covid without padded shorts when I couldn't find a decent one during supply chain issues. It hurts a little more at the start but then you just get used to it after a few weeks. Just wore regular gym shorts or jogging pants.
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