Riding naked

[BoDiddley]

I am curios, do any of you ever ride naked?   No I mean without even an armored jacket, Just a helmet and a pair of shorts for a quick run to town on a hot day.  I know this is sacralage against the road gods and except for that damn bumble bee, on a hot day it feels so good to ride in just shorts and a t-shirt.  I usually at least throw on a jacket but then I have driven to the Indiana border just to ride without a helmet.   

Would a pole be interesting?  This is hot weather under 20 miles.

[Monster Dave]

to each his own....but if you've never had asphalt scrubbed out from a raw, open, burning, bleeding wound...  







...it's not an experience worth experiencing.

[zooom]

only time I ride without gear, is up and down my alley or street after making adjustments or repairs just as a double check generally...and usually, it is not doing anything even remotely pushing anykind of limitations...

[zooom]

I think this is how CharlieF rides...

[Silver King]

Would you jump out of a moving car at 35mph in shorts and a t-shirt?


Edit:  the fellow above might make me jump out of a moving vehicle. 

[orangelion03]

Sorry, no boobies, no vote.  I have principles.  Weak, but principles none the less.

Though one of my strong principles is always wear full coverage gear.  One thing that amazes me is how many riders I see wearing decent kit...helmet, jacket, jeans, decent shoes...and NO gloves!!!   To me, gloves come right after helmet in order of importance.

[Goat_Herder]

and don't forget to wear boots!  I usually go out with everything on.  The only thing I might go without is armor pants...  gets too hot.

[jsd2]

I always wear helmet, jacket with armor including back armor, gloves, kevlar jeans, and leg pads under the jeans.  I also wear either my Shift riding shoes (basically high top sneakers with a stiffer sole and some extra protection) or my alpinestars low cut riding boots (a little taller than high top sneakers but much better protection).  When I was younger 15 years ago I rode without all that stuff but I wouldn't ride 2 miles to get gas without it now.  When it's hot I wear my perforated jacket and as long as I am moving I am ok.  


Jim      

[speedknot]

Would you jump out of a moving car at 35mph in shorts and a t-shirt?

I probably wouldnt jump out of a moving car regardless, but if I did I would be geared up very well.  I'll speak on behalf of those that like to slap a brain bucket on and take a leisurely cruise.  
I was told once to dress for the fall.  Makes sense.  But according to my wife, I don't make much sense so I sometimes leave the padded jacket in the closet. LOL!  I'm one who likes the freedom of not being all geared up and feeling the wind rush all around me.  Its part of the thrill of being on a bike.  I'm well aware of the risks.  I don't drive like an ass hole so 99.9% of the time its the other drivers I have to be careful of.  The other .1% would be mechanical failure and a temporary lack of reason.

[SacDuc]

A fine Aussie fellow recently taught me that it is possible for experienced riders to know exactly which days they might have a freak accident and which days they will not so they can adjust the amount of gear accordingly. Also taught me that I'm a complete and utter moron who is not fit to ride a motorcycle because, due to my inability to see the future, I believe I should ear all of my gear all of the time.

sac

[jc.cyberdemon]

I live in a state that doesn't require helmets and i first started riding without one, I came here to the
forums and realized how stupid that really is and now wont go anywhere without it on, I have also recently
dropped a bunch of cash on a new jacket and leather pants, boots and gloves, and also a new helmet. I plan
on wearing them at all times.

[spolic]

Would you jump out of a moving car at 35mph in shorts and a t-shirt?

No.  But I ride that fast every summer day in shorts a t-shirt and one of these and I always wonder how bad it would be if......  It makes me shudder.  But not enough to quit riding my bicycle.

[thought]

the way i see it... i spent the money on it, it's just dumb to not wear it after that.

[BoDiddley]

the way i see it... i spent the money on it, it's just dumb to not wear it after that.

Good one ^^^ I have it all and I have not ever had to pick a scab.  But every once in a while I will still ride in shorts and t-shirt.   The rest of the time I wear boots gloves and jacket.  It is good everyone gets the point.   To me it is worth the thrill even just to the corner.

[the_Journeyman]

only time I ride without gear, is up and down my alley or street after making adjustments or repairs just as a double check generally...and usually, it is not doing anything even remotely pushing anykind of limitations...

Same here, but when I think about it, since I've just messed something, it seems like a risky time for me to head out without gear...

JM