[photo via sfist]
If you are a keen cyclist like myself, you have probably also wondered if you should shave your legs too, just like pros (and many amateurs) do. Why? There are several reasons. Personally, I don't do it. But I am curious to know how it would feel. Or look like. Silly? Poofy? Or is it true that it makes the muscles in your legs come out more? It's just: I don't have muscles in my legs. Well, at least not to the extent of a professional cyclist or well-trained amateur. Here's the deal: let me know what you think, okay? Write a comment or vote in the poll in the sidebar (mind: there are 5 possibilities -you might want to scroll down a bit). I might be tempted to go along with the majority :-) ...
In the meantime, check out the intro on this site. I wonder if they're serious. If not, it's hilarious. If so, it still is... [via Ads of the World]
After my experience of cycling in Belgium last weekend I would have thought excess body hair was a bonus ... to keep out the cold and rain! First time I have nearly drowned in three countries in the space of one afternoon...
Then again, I was so slow up the hills around Maastricht shaved legs would have had time to grow again before I reached home.
Posted by: Philip Young | June 03, 2006 at 08:40 PM
Philip, sorry to hear the weather kind of spoiled your weekend. But then again: I'm sure it will at least be one to remember! BTW: I hate the words "told you so" myself, but... ;-)
Posted by: Serge Cornelus | June 04, 2006 at 08:31 PM
If you are really bored... http://www.youtube.com/v/t6Zj3kywaH0
The soundtrack is an ode to a decent pair of cycle shorts.
Posted by: Philip Young | June 04, 2006 at 08:50 PM
don't know if shaving the hair on your legs is a trend, but shaving your pubic hair surely is.
Posted by: marc | June 09, 2006 at 08:28 PM
@Philip: you're really getting the hang of that photo-film making stuff, arent't you? Excellent music choice (The Mercy Seat: decent cycle shorts or a new saddle?). BTW: Rabobank shirt? I know: when in Rome... But still. :-)
@Marc: got any plans in that area?
Posted by: Serge Cornelus | June 09, 2006 at 11:12 PM
I rather like the shirt... Are there any decent cycle (clothing) shops in the centre of Brussels?
Posted by: Philip Young | June 11, 2006 at 10:48 AM
Serge
Not sure it would improve my cycling this year... but I'm always game to try out something new!
Posted by: Simon Collister | June 13, 2006 at 09:15 PM
If you do try it, let me know how it is like! Or even better: send a picture; I'll try not to post it... :-)
Posted by: Serge Cornelus | June 13, 2006 at 09:24 PM
Serge, every now and again my Mam (mother) checks out my blog and she tends to click on the links to people who have commented on a post I've made.
Only last night, she was asking me who the hilarious guy is that talks about shaving his legs for cycling. I was quite puzzled...but now I know.
You have a fan.
Posted by: Stephen Davies | June 14, 2006 at 01:00 PM
Stephen, I am honoured to have your Mam as a fan. Btw: should she have any leg-shaving tips... ;-)
Posted by: Serge Cornelus | June 14, 2006 at 01:36 PM