Pant cuffs while commuting
12-11-10, 10:47 AM
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I use reflective snap bands...
https://www.rei.com/product/785889
One came with my Dahon folding bike that is white in color. It can be put on real quickly, is reflective, and I wrap it on my bar when I am done. I use it for my 2 mile portion of commute after train ride and hasn't failed me yet. (Only use one for drivetrain side as I only had one coming with bike)
https://www.rei.com/product/785889
One came with my Dahon folding bike that is white in color. It can be put on real quickly, is reflective, and I wrap it on my bar when I am done. I use it for my 2 mile portion of commute after train ride and hasn't failed me yet. (Only use one for drivetrain side as I only had one coming with bike)
12-11-10, 01:09 PM
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I prefer to wear shorts, but if its cool enough for long pants I roll both legs 4 turns. On colder days I still roll both legs since that area of my leg is covered by the tops of my socks and the legs of my longjohns.
It's dangerous to not roll both legs. Spin fast enough with only one leg rolled and you risk throwing the entire universe out of balance.
It's dangerous to not roll both legs. Spin fast enough with only one leg rolled and you risk throwing the entire universe out of balance.
12-11-10, 01:12 PM
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I may yet put a chainguard on my current bike, but if I build up another commuter, and especially if I do it with an IGH, it'll certainly have a chainguard. I'm just hoping for someone to make brifters for the 11sp Alfine hub (I could settle for the 8sp setup, but 8 is less than 11.. 
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).Although I will say that even though I have a bash guard I still find my cuffs rubbing against the crank annoying....
12-11-10, 02:36 PM
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I use the Jandd Reflective Strap. I also like wear dark clothing so I couldn't tell the difference anyway.
12-11-10, 07:14 PM
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HTFU and staple your pants cuff to your leg. Bloodstains are easier to get out than chain lube stains.
12-11-10, 07:43 PM
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J&G Cyclewear Leg Bands: Just the right tightness, non-slip, and reflective
J&G Cyclewear Legbands. They are Velcro-fastened reflective elastic straps which are rubberized on the inside so they do not slip while cycling. They have just the right amount of tightness & elasticity. Put them on with your leg flexed:
12-11-10, 08:21 PM
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I have four of them, from Joselyn's bike shop in Monterey, CA for about $2 something each, well worth it, especially at night.
12-11-10, 10:26 PM
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Stretchy fabric velcro strips, 2 for $1 at the dollar store. I keep a couple wrapped around my rear rack or top tube. They're handy for a million things aside from pants protection: securing your front wheel while the bike is on a car rack, added stability for my rack trunk, securing light loads on the rack, paint protection when the bike is leaned against a post etc etc. They also perform various tasks when I'm fishing, kayaking and camping.
12-12-10, 11:47 AM
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I like the idea of using reflective Velcro straps. The up & down movement could grab the attention of drivers in low light conditions. Any suggestions for where I could get a few?
12-12-10, 03:11 PM
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Pure intimidation. If you get grease on my trousers then Mr Shimano is going to take your job Mr Campy. He's been good ever since. No really I just stuff my cuff into my sock. If I need to wear pants then I normally wear long tube socks since it's probably chilly out. Otherwise they make things called Babylegs. Their just leg warmers but shorter. Their really stretchy and fit around my calves plus come in snazzy designs.
12-12-10, 04:59 PM
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I use this one from RoadID.com 
It's reflective and only takes a few seconds to put one on!
12-13-10, 11:43 AM
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I use the reflective straps, and I put them on both legs -- side benefit of keeping the icy cleveland winter winds out of my pants. 
12-13-10, 12:06 PM
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12-13-10, 12:39 PM
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Zip strips! you have to cut them off every day though, which can get expensive. And sometimes you'll accidentally cut your pants too. Otherwise, they are great, unless you make them too tight and get the dreaded purple-foot syndrome.
12-17-10, 10:12 AM
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Reflective slap bands from Bell. They are cheap, well made and has the benefit of increasing my visibility at night.
12-17-10, 04:08 PM
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These just showed up at my door for $6 from Amazon. They are remarkably simple and effective - much better than the rubber bands!
12-17-10, 10:00 PM
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Last edited by riddei; 12-17-10 at 10:03 PM.
12-18-10, 08:20 AM
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I had a 1.5 mile commute a while back and I simply cuffed my right pant leg just below the knee. Simple and no cost.
12-18-10, 09:11 AM
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I use reflective snap bands...
https://www.rei.com/product/785889
One came with my Dahon folding bike that is white in color. It can be put on real quickly, is reflective, and I wrap it on my bar when I am done. I use it for my 2 mile portion of commute after train ride and hasn't failed me yet. (Only use one for drivetrain side as I only had one coming with bike)
https://www.rei.com/product/785889
One came with my Dahon folding bike that is white in color. It can be put on real quickly, is reflective, and I wrap it on my bar when I am done. I use it for my 2 mile portion of commute after train ride and hasn't failed me yet. (Only use one for drivetrain side as I only had one coming with bike)
I use one on each leg for added visibility, and because I wear baggy pants and I don't like them rubbing on the cranks on either side. When not in use I just slap one around the head tube and the other around the top tube near the seat for additional bike visibility.
12-18-10, 10:13 AM
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Pant cuffs while commuting
See this recent thread on the Commuting From, especially the opening post: "So, you're at work and need to run get lunch and dont want to change..."
https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...want-to-change...
See this recent thread on the Commuting From, especially the opening post: "So, you're at work and need to run get lunch and dont want to change..."
https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...want-to-change...
