Let's face it: long socks are pointless
#76
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Trolled. The OP hasn't responded since the initial post - must've been too hot to ride in AZ, and in typical fashion (no pun intended), the 41 pounced on it three pages later.
#77
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By saying people look like a Fred I mean they look like they are a poser. Or in other words simply copying the pros because there're pros.
If you wear long socks because that's your thing, great!
To each there own. I started this thread to state my opinion and of course some were offended. The reason why I let this thread go is because like I said it was my opinion and I'm not here to argue with anyone.
My main point was: socks are for feet not legs, that's pretty much it.
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#78
Here you go mate.
By saying people look like a Fred I mean they look like they are a poser. Or in other words simply copying the pros because there're pros.
If you wear long socks because that's your thing, great!
To each there own. I started this thread to state my opinion and of course some were offended. The reason why I let this thread go is because like I said it was my opinion and I'm not here to argue with anyone.
My main point was: socks are for feet not legs, that's pretty much it.
/thread
By saying people look like a Fred I mean they look like they are a poser. Or in other words simply copying the pros because there're pros.
If you wear long socks because that's your thing, great!
To each there own. I started this thread to state my opinion and of course some were offended. The reason why I let this thread go is because like I said it was my opinion and I'm not here to argue with anyone.
My main point was: socks are for feet not legs, that's pretty much it.
/thread
#79
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Don't know if anyone has pointed this out. I have "cyclist" socks but almost always wear regular ankle-length cotton socks. The longer socks seem to help avoid "soggy shoe" syndrome when it's very hot and my legs are sweating. The runoff will soak my short socks and make the shoes feel squishy. The longer socks seem like they're better able to wick sweat away.
Not that this is a reason why I'd necessarily choose to wear longer socks. Just noticed it on occasion.
Not that this is a reason why I'd necessarily choose to wear longer socks. Just noticed it on occasion.
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LOL! This is all just so much dumb. Tall socks, I wear them, so what. Sometimes, I like the looks, sometimes my wookie legs just aren't hairy enough for the conditions:
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Sometimes I ride with ankle socks, sometimes 4" socks, sometimes 6", and then there's the knee high fuchsia argyle socks I'll be riding at CX this fall (I'll post pics after the first race).
Rocks out with your socks out!
See above picture for reference
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Sometimes I ride with ankle socks, sometimes 4" socks, sometimes 6", and then there's the knee high fuchsia argyle socks I'll be riding at CX this fall (I'll post pics after the first race).
Rocks out with your socks out!
See above picture for reference
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I'm referring to the typical pro sock. I know they have different lengths.
If I was a pro cyclist and my team manager handed me a pair of 3" cuffs I'd be urged to ask him what the benefits are. Logically it makes zero sense.
Now if people want to talk about compression socks that's another thread itself.
If I was a pro cyclist and my team manager handed me a pair of 3" cuffs I'd be urged to ask him what the benefits are. Logically it makes zero sense.
Now if people want to talk about compression socks that's another thread itself.
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Here you go mate.
By saying people look like a Fred I mean they look like they are a poser. Or in other words simply copying the pros because there're pros.
If you wear long socks because that's your thing, great!
To each there own. I started this thread to state my opinion and of course some were offended. The reason why I let this thread go is because like I said it was my opinion and I'm not here to argue with anyone.
My main point was: socks are for feet not legs, that's pretty much it.
/thread
By saying people look like a Fred I mean they look like they are a poser. Or in other words simply copying the pros because there're pros.
If you wear long socks because that's your thing, great!
To each there own. I started this thread to state my opinion and of course some were offended. The reason why I let this thread go is because like I said it was my opinion and I'm not here to argue with anyone.
My main point was: socks are for feet not legs, that's pretty much it.
/thread
Thanks for sharing. I guess everyone has an opinion, and a desire to share it. For whatever reason.
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I'm referring to the typical pro sock. I know they have different lengths.
If I was a pro cyclist and my team manager handed me a pair of 3" cuffs I'd be urged to ask him what the benefits are. Logically it makes zero sense.
Now if people want to talk about compression socks that's another thread itself.
If I was a pro cyclist and my team manager handed me a pair of 3" cuffs I'd be urged to ask him what the benefits are. Logically it makes zero sense.
Now if people want to talk about compression socks that's another thread itself.
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Not that I really care, I'm just curious what you see from the view from your high horse.
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crapdontstink you must be a native? I've been here 6 years from St. Louis. Cycling in the winter here is brutal to me. I was surprised to see that I like the heat 90°f is perfect. I wear leg/arm warmers full finger gloves and a lycra cap that covers my ears as well. I'm thinking a full face mask might be in store this season for me.
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So is this too much?
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Not that I really care, I'm just curious what you see from the view from your high horse.
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Not that I really care, I'm just curious what you see from the view from your high horse.
Perhaps you would like to elaborate on why pro cyclist wear long socks? Do you honestly not see how long cycling socks is 100% counter intuitive to everything else they wear/do for aero advantage?
It's a trend, nothing more.
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crapdontstink you must be a native? I've been here 6 years from St. Louis. Cycling in the winter here is brutal to me. I was surprised to see that I like the heat 90°f is perfect. I wear leg/arm warmers full finger gloves and a lycra cap that covers my ears as well. I'm thinking a full face mask might be in store this season for me.
Not sure how I am coming of as being on a high horse. It's odd seeing people get offended over small things. But I understand that you probably model your life after others you see rather than thinking for oneself.
Perhaps you would like to elaborate on why pro cyclist wear long socks? Do you honestly not see how long cycling socks is 100% counter intuitive to everything else they wear/do for aero advantage?
It's a trend, nothing more.
Perhaps you would like to elaborate on why pro cyclist wear long socks? Do you honestly not see how long cycling socks is 100% counter intuitive to everything else they wear/do for aero advantage?
It's a trend, nothing more.
If you want to complain about freds (poser); how about the guys wheezing up a 5% grade on a charity ride while riding with $5,000 CF bikes (not to mention the accessories). Now that looks straight-up silly to me.
BTW - Please let me know if you can figure out who I'm modeling my 'style' after... I wanna follow them on FB.
PS - I know high deserts get cold at night. But, I'm gonna get on my high-horse if we're gonna start talking about cold weather riding.
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#91
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However, pros in road races with high socks aren't wearing custom aero socks, they're just doing it for aesthetics and maybe sweat wicking.
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Do you go the other way and model your sock choice on wearing what no one else wears? Are your socks tailored to be an odd length that no one else on earth has so you can prove your total individuality through sock fashion (or lack there of).
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I bet it gets all the way down to 50F... brrrrr.
I'm am kidding around, I am not offended. I find all of this silly - I really don't care what you wear.
PS - I know high deserts get cold at night. But, I'm gonna get on my high-horse if we're gonna start talking about cold weather riding.
I'm am kidding around, I am not offended. I find all of this silly - I really don't care what you wear.
PS - I know high deserts get cold at night. But, I'm gonna get on my high-horse if we're gonna start talking about cold weather riding.
I do see some people dressed like the OP described, and it just makes me laugh a little inside.
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I've yet to see anyone sporting anything longer (taller) than mid-calf, but I can tell you this: If you're a guy and ride in my neighborhood with kneesocks, you'd better be wearing a kilt too!
On a side note, I'd never heard the term "Fred" before. So before I googled it I tried to figure out what connection to cycling any of the famous Freds I know (Willard, Ward, Armisen, Flintstone) have, but came up empty.
On a side note, I'd never heard the term "Fred" before. So before I googled it I tried to figure out what connection to cycling any of the famous Freds I know (Willard, Ward, Armisen, Flintstone) have, but came up empty.
#95
'The logo of the sponsors, you know, those guys thanks to whom you have a job, goes on them. That's the benefit. Now stop asking stupid questions and do your bloody job.'
#96
I wear 3"-4" cuff sox because it's more comfortable than without them, and I don't like no-see style sox.
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No shoes, no socks (with exception of the few times in winter I may happen to get out on the bike).
I am hoping to try my first duathlon next year (I can't swim, so the normal tri races aren't in my near future) I'm curious how fast I can do the transitions with no gear to change except helmet.
I am hoping to try my first duathlon next year (I can't swim, so the normal tri races aren't in my near future) I'm curious how fast I can do the transitions with no gear to change except helmet.
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No shoes, no socks (with exception of the few times in winter I may happen to get out on the bike).
I am hoping to try my first duathlon next year (I can't swim, so the normal tri races aren't in my near future) I'm curious how fast I can do the transitions with no gear to change except helmet.
I am hoping to try my first duathlon next year (I can't swim, so the normal tri races aren't in my near future) I'm curious how fast I can do the transitions with no gear to change except helmet.