just wondering as usually I wear normal road kit, but was glancing through CyclingPlus and they were going for baggies as their reccommended touring kit

I go for lycra whilst pedaling and then keep baggies handy for walking around, in an effort to maintain some semblance of dignity.

I think when you’re in the saddle all day every day you want to minimise the number of layers rustling around in your nether regions

baggies have pockets I guess, I’d find lycra better for a long day, comfort wise.

Lycra .but put shorts over the top if shopping ,pubbing etc ? depends how embarrassed you feel

baggies, with a comfy liner.
mt borah are my choice.

http://mtborah.com/our-products/borah-plus/borah-plus-mens-baggy-short/

must say, I do find bibs more comfy on longer rides right enough

Both, Lycra shorts and baggies over. Preserve modesty/jealousy and provides plenty of pockets.

Olympians wear lycra. This should be your guide. Awesome.

Olympians wear lycra.

indeed, but do they go on 2 or 3 day tours ? 😀

Ride in bibs, baggies handy for stops where a bit more decorum/modesty required or on top if you want the pockets or it’s a bit colder.

I was jesting obviously.

If you get wet baggies from either sweat or rain, they can be very miserable. Lycra is better in this regard and that might sway your decision.

I was jesting obviously.

I know ! 😆

thought it a bit odd that CyclingPlus was doing a test of recommended touring kit and al shorts were baggies though, as I’d agree that bibs/lycra are more comfy for longish periods on the bike

indeed, but do they go on 2 or 3 day tours ?

i believe they do 3 week tours round France, Spain and Italy?

🙂

Bibs and waterproof baggies.

Bibshorts alone for comfort during most riding.

Baggies for in-town modesty.

Baggies are also waterproof for grit-free arse in wet weather riding.

And when you reach a tea room in foul weather, you can strip off all the goretex and sit down without spreading mud all over their doilies.

Olympians wear lycra.

indeed, but do they go on 2 or 3 day tours ?

Tour de France is a 3 week tour

Sorry didnt read above post first