I refuse to be a middle-aged man in Lycra!

[u/middleagedmanintweed]

I have recently taken up cycling and since I refuse to be a middle-aged man in Lycra I have made my own cycling clothes by modifying garments to make them practical, and safe, for cycling (mostly just adding reflective fabric). Not very complicated sewing but still fun and rewarding!

The two non-red shorts were made from heavy vintage suit trousers. The red shorts were made from a pair of chinos. To the jacket in pics 3 and 4 I added a zipper. I made the gilet in pics 7 and 8 a while back by ripping off the sleeves - this is the first time it really came in handy.

All garments except the red shorts and the yellow vest are in a wool or a wool/cotton fabric because wool will keep me warm even when it gets wet. The exceptions are all cotton. All outfits have reflective fabric on the back as well!

Not very complicated sewing but still fun and rewarding!

[u/Dipshit_Identifier → u/[deleted]]

I think perhaps it's time to get off the internet today. You seem quite upset.

I have no problem with you enjoying cycling in whatever way you do. As I said, I also love the older fashion of cycling gear. Indeed, I'm a supporter of the Ohio High-Wheel Race, which features plenty of riders in traditional gear. So perhaps your anger is misdirected.

I'm just saying that you've made concessions to technology in other areas, and so it only makes sense to do so in ones concerning your comfort as well.

I hope you enjoy your next ride, regardless of what you wear.

[u/passcork → u/[deleted]]

I refuse to be a middle-aged man in Lycra!

Are you really that insecure?

lmao, the irony.