Keeping mine! Otherwise my junk wanders around the shorts and it’s uncomfortable and unsettling - I don’t want to end up with a permanent kink in the old gentleman sausage or chafes up it. Decent lightweight thong keeps everything down there in its right place without bunching up or stopping cycle shorts doing most of the wicking and absorbing of sweat they’re supposed to. Also if I ride to work and have a shower when I get there, it’s then far nicer at home time putting on the mornings sweaty shorts over the fresh pants I put on after the shower and that they at least had some layer between them earlier. I definitely don’t recommend “big” pants or buying some sequin or novelty “sexy” thong or one that’s too tight, but a decent proper comfortable properly-fitting one (like hom plume or Doreanse aire ones) have never caused me any issues and only made it more comfortable to ride long distances. The only downside is some of my friends think I’m a bit weird, but then they thought that already, regardless what pants I wear. 🤣
To me mountain bike shoes are those cheap-ass, semi hard foam sole and breathy synthetic fabric cover shoes that won't survive a 5km jog but weight like 30grams and cost like $5. They are not for walking anyway, and the foamy shit sole is soft enough that the pedal spikes dig into them nicely
I just adjust the showerhead mode so its on the tough powerful mode, squat and then point in the general area, I'm then ready for the ultimate riding experience (after letting it dry). So pretty much use a bidet but no house in the UK has one unfortunately.
I'd say always have some money on you (or a card or a mobile but not every place accepts them) - you might need to buy more food or a train or a bus ticket in case you will not be able to finish the ride for any reason
I wore boxer briefs underneath for a couple years until I finally decided to let it out. After feeling how refreshing and more comfortable it is down there, I'm never going back.
I never wear denim on a bike, instead I have the $16 pair of Urban Star cheapie trousers, because of the 2% spandex content (much superior flex). I actually did a couple kickboxing classes like this when I forgot my trunks! I’ve surprised more than a couple Lycra lads who thought they could blow past me so effortlessly.
@@edwardkerrigan5356 It can depend, the fabric and crease and bunch and hold onto sweat and lead to chaffing. I've always been fine wearing underpants, but I don't think I cycle for long enough to become an issue.
I’ve been wearing underwear under my cycling shorts.. today I went for a 2 hour ride and now I feel like I have diaper rash.. I guess I better go commando 🤫🚴🏻♂️
I never thought about the crash benefits of wearing the second layer, but it makes sense. I am a fencer (with a big interest in bikes!), and we wear a special layer that is required called a plastron underneath the jacket. It seems like an inconsequential garment, but it actually causes the impact of the opponent's weapon to glance off the chest a bit if they hit you hard as the jacket layer slides over the plastron worn beneath.
@@loub344 using your nut sack as part of offense or defense in fencing is seriously frowned upon. It should, in most cases, be tucked out of harms way. Unless used to confuse the opponent when trying to hide your imminent attack.
Washing kit! On multi-day cycling holidays/events I wash my kit when I get back to the hotel by not taking it off and for the first few minutes in the shower I shower in my kit (btw: shampoo is a good degreaser and deep cleanser). I undress in the shower, work the chamois and let the power of the water from the shower rinse my kit easily and quickly. (Then, of course, I shower myself). Room mates laugh on the first day yet by the 3rd day some are doing the same!
If you're foaming on the route, this means not only that you haven't rinsed your kit well enough; it also means you have used to much detergent. When washing, there should be only a fine foamy layer on the water, once you've started. If you've got a lot of foam, you've used to much detergent. This is a real hassle when hand washing - when machine washing, to much foam can actually reduce the cleaning performance!
I tried with no underwear once. Never again, this was the worst experience ever, could not sit for one week afterwards. I don't experience any inconvenience with underwear, no chafing, no nothing. I don't get it
I will stick to my ordinary cotton shorts I get a nice breeze where it counts and I can keep my dignity. lucky most cyclists don't wear the formula one body-hugging driver outfits.
Im sorry but unless i wear tight underwear my johnson flops around. And ive never had any underwear based chafing. It's okay to wear underwear under your bike kit. It's okay to cycle on flat pedals. Just ride!
I break every GCN recommendation but that’s because I’m a cyclist, not a racer. This is nothing but race advice. For instance after 45 mins cycling I’m liable to pull in for a milkshake rather than a bite of gel! I’ve never eaten gel nor have I ever worn Lycra: doesn’t work for me.
I am honestly supposed to go cycling without underwear? I have never even thought about it and the one time I had to ride without was pretty uncomfortable.
I have never understood why amateur riders buy cycling kits at all. I city bike 30km daily and wear joggers and a cotton t-shirt and it feels amazing. I am not out to look like I have entered the Tour de France every time I want to go out for a bike ride, and it isn't necessary for my health goals.
I been cycling for my commute around 40 km a day, always either in normal trousers from uniqlo, jeans, sweatpants... basically anything but cycling gear. I recently bought a bibtight and I have to say that I do feel more aerodynamic. It feels less like a chore to bike into wind. Also. Getting wet is less of a problem. And I have always sweated like crazy in just plain cotton t-shirts.
It just doesn't make sense to cycle at 25km/h for a 100km in a cotton shirt and joggers though that fit works for the city definitely Edit: just want to add that it doesn't mean you need cycling wear, just that cotton isn't known as a good fabric for sport
Im always wearing regular clothes for my cycle trips - Last one was 400+km over 3 days and i show up to the destination in a pair of trackies and a hoodie. 😅
That’s nice, in the meantime, lots of ppl do in fact want to participate in a race or ride here and there…………so it’s best to get used to wearing what you will wear in those cases, so your prepared for anything. Also just comfort, wind resistance, bright colors for safety, and maybe their love for the hobby.
Normal guy who rides everyday: my “kit” is $40 shorts I got for $32 and compression tech fabric shirts left over from my footballing days. It amazes me how much cyclists spend on gear.
Im an objection to the no underwear tip. I’ve been pedaling for about 4 years now, and have always worn underwear. Once someone made fun of me for it I tried riding without underwear and chafed so bad. So I went back to wearing underwear and haven’t had a problem! I wear ethika underwear and only pedal in their more silky pairs so maybe it’s just their underwear. I’ve done centuries, raced Leadville, and a few other big races in underwear. Some think it’s weird but I still think everyone else is weird for rubbing cream on their gooch
Last year I went for my first long distance ride at a length of 40km. Having no cycling gear I dressed casual, however forgot to go commando. Lost story short, I couldn’t sit down properly for the next week.
I find the no-underwear advice overrated. It would be more accurate to say you don’t need to wear underwear as opposed to “you need to go commando” under padded bike shorts. I always wear light breathable merino boxers underneath. Even before I converted entirely to merino underwear, I’d wear cotton boxers under my cycling shorts. I’ve never felt any bunching or chafing (although I can grant that cotton is not a good idea for reasons unrelated to chafing, and loose cotton does crumple some underneath but imperceptibly so). There is nothing else holding underwear and there’s little room for underwear to move inside snug fitting cycling shorts, so I’m hard pressed to imagine how the fabric can move inside independently to chafe against your thighs. If anything, it’s the cycling shorts, especially the long hems that are likely to move up and down against the thighs, but the undie itself is largely suspended in place. Wearing undies also means I need to wash cycling shorts less often (but undies need to be washed frequently irrespective of whether or not you wear them while cycling). Finally, I’d just feel funny not having my usual undie fabric against my crotch, so if I’m wearing anything at all, I’m wearing undies. (My) Bottomline: Underwear inside bike shorts are like tubes inside tires that don’t rub laterally against the rim, not repeatedly at least, because all three move together.
As a bicyclist, I need to be as pretentious and close-minded as possible. What is the most expensive pair of shorts that will help me achieve this persona to match all other serious bicyclists?
I always use underwear and no issue to report! These guys are mambo jambo pros and unusefull talk broadcasters and if you make a comment against their interests they cut you off as they did to me when I commented about mambo jambo energy beverages.
What about women’s perspective on this subject? I’d love to hear from female athletes re underwear and cycling during period, yeast infections etc. Different anatomy might require different solutions.
Here’s another tip I learned: During a long distance ride, I take a PB&J sandwich. It has packed with protein and Carbs. It really gives me a boost for another hour. Really Helpful. You should try it!
yea i am doing the same but with nutella instead of peanut butter but i do it in hotdog bread as they are easy to bite into and consume while riding but i bring like 3+ or so
This only works for Americans - the rest of the World is disgusted by the idea of mixing peanut butter and jam. Vegemite sandwich - now you are talking - puts speed in your legs and hairs on your chest - and that's just the lady cyclists.
GCN are obsessed with our undergarments. There are conditions in which underwear are helpful under cycle shorts. As a 40-year commuter who cycles 15 mi. each way to work, rain or shine, winter or summer, a light nylon layer amidships can sometimes provide a little extra warmth, especially when older cycle shorts come up in the rotation.
The key to post-ride recovery: drink all of the water you can. After using any port-a-potty, use hand sanitizer. If you're the reason I have to brake going down a hill, you're worse than Hitler.
Don’t know why I watched this. I wear a T-shirt and basketball shorts. Still crush everyone in sight. Just like shaving your legs for swimming. Unless your a pro you don’t neeeed these cycling clothing.
I really don't understand your insistence on going commando. I wear boxer briefs under my shorts and NEVER have issues. Mimd you my rides are about 20 miles or slightly more, but still. Do the brits have crappy cycling shorts?
Knew everything in this by, let's say 'common sense' apart from not wearing underwear... Always struggled with getting confortable while riging due to my undies bunching up and not behaving along with the bib knicks. Ever since getting in to cycling I always said to the local shop "I'm a beginner and this is my first road bike" etc etc, but no one ever mentioned not to wear underwear! will try it on my next ride :)
I wore underwear when I first started cycling, got some mild chafing, then took the great advice about going commando from GCN, way more comfortable, never would I wear underwear under kit again. I also use chamois cream and a fizik saddle. I try doing at least a couple of long rides of 3-4 hours each fortnight, plus 3 1-2 hour training sessions each week and commute to work when possible, rides are way more comfortable and never experience chafing again. Commando is definitely the way to go, especially if you are starting out in cycling.
Trouble is, and take this from someone who is not bragging but just stating the truth, that that is fine for most people... But when you have crown jewels to be proud of, if you don't have additional support you can find yourself sitting on your crown jewels that can be very painful. As a result I do wear underwear, but proper sports underwear from Runderwear... Made in a way that gives you additional support and control, saves you from sitting on your crown jewels, and avoids sweat and pain! On the other hand, if you are not packing in that area you have nothing to worry about!
@@stephentuthill4598 "But when you have crown jewels to be proud of, if you don't have additional support you can find yourself sitting on your crown jewels that can be very painful." it's called getting cycling shorts that fit. They're not supposed to be loose, so they on their own would support you. Twit.
+1. And when you're touring it's far easier to carry a few extra pairs of underwear than try to wash and dry a pair of cycling shorts in a tiny tent when it rains all night.
#vpl - "visible panty line" I generally ride in town to uni/work/the shops/a friend's house so wear underwear for this type of cycling. However on a long ride I can confirm cycle shorts and commando works much better for me. But to each his own
After over 30 years of cycling I've rediscovered the warmth of wool. I found a light-weight merino wool sweater at a thrift store that I wear under my wool jersey (also found at a thrift store). This is perfect for cool days. When it is a bit colder, I also have a sleeveless alpaca undershirt and a heavy hand-knit wool jersey I knit myself. Wool doesn't hold odors, keeps the wind out and is still warm when wet. Plus wool breathes and your sweat evaporates. As for shoe covers, I used my existing covers as a pattern and made a pair of wool shoe covers from a felted (shrunk on purpose) sweater. Now these really cut the wind and allow the sweat from my feet to evaporate. I've worn all the high tech, wicking, wind proof, rain proof stuff over the years and have to say going back to wool for the winter is the best.
I took your advice and I'm am the sorest I've ever been, yesterday went on 60km ride in the sun sweating directly against the silicon linning, i've never had chafing of any sort on a bike and i've not been able to sit for the past 24 hours rubbing aloe-vera on my sore bum, how can you put this terrible advice out there? shame on you, GCN bad GCN I hope cycling weakly takes all your subscribers
I have an old pair of cycling shorts that got torn up at the crotch at some point during winter. Thankfully, I wore other layers at the time (winter). But I admit it makes me think twice about underwear under cycling shorts. Wouldn't like being literally butt naked miles from home. But I still go commando; I have new/other cycling shorts.
I still don't understand why they decided to put the padding on the underwear rather than on the seat where it should be... Also, I wear thongs, is that going to be ok to wear underneath? lol
I have often gone in the shower with all my kit on, as sometimes I don’t have any spare and they seem to dry quicker once I ring them out Perfect if you’re going on a trip for a couple of days and want your clothes to stay fresh. 👍 Comment if you have done this
Nelson Campos totally agree - I have several different shorts and if I don’t wear underwear the seams chafe me something fierce. I rode a couple of times without underwear and thought I would chafe all the skin off my p*****. Never again!
Idk bout going commando cuz i dont wanna see my dingingling moving around everytime I pedal And I sort of feel uncomfortable people staring at me knowing that Im in full commando mode
Kim Jarkou I don’t know how much you ride, but if you’re newish, it is just a matter of exposure. There’s a big, 800m descent near me, and the first time I did it I was nearly crying (doing it relatively upright on a crossbike did not help matters). Later, on a road bike I kept skidding out in corners due to bad braking technique as my friends surged ahead. After a few descents though I did begin to relax and welcome the feeling of speed and from then on it became amazing. Just focus on braking in the straight and perhaps a quick squeeze in the corner if you go in too hot, and try to enjoy riding at speed.
I was getting much more relaxed. Then I came off on some oil and have really lost my nerve. Problem is that I am much more likely to come off again, as I'm going into corners and losing the line by making the bike stand up on the brakes. The hills round me are so steep that you literally can't stop even with disc brakes. All you can do is scrub speed off. Someone else said on a different thread that you build confidence slowly, but lose it quickly.
i always wear underwear and don't get chafing, i tried it once with out and my gentlemans region got cold. "beginner" mistake, maybe butt i'll stick with it tah
Wear your knickers on the outside. Also use a red cape. You'll just fly.
*Caperon
💙💙💙💙😂😂😂😂
it's a lie, I have done both......it doesn't work. Except off a jump
NO CAPES!
this got me 🤪🤪
*throws G strings in the bin*
And the Borat outfit lol
Sorry I can’t go without my underwear so I use seamless lightweight knickers with a boy leg under my cycling shorts and they do the trick
Keeping mine! Otherwise my junk wanders around the shorts and it’s uncomfortable and unsettling - I don’t want to end up with a permanent kink in the old gentleman sausage or chafes up it. Decent lightweight thong keeps everything down there in its right place without bunching up or stopping cycle shorts doing most of the wicking and absorbing of sweat they’re supposed to. Also if I ride to work and have a shower when I get there, it’s then far nicer at home time putting on the mornings sweaty shorts over the fresh pants I put on after the shower and that they at least had some layer between them earlier. I definitely don’t recommend “big” pants or buying some sequin or novelty “sexy” thong or one that’s too tight, but a decent proper comfortable properly-fitting one (like hom plume or Doreanse aire ones) have never caused me any issues and only made it more comfortable to ride long distances. The only downside is some of my friends think I’m a bit weird, but then they thought that already, regardless what pants I wear. 🤣
Some valuable life lessons. Excellent tips men. String vest, gloves, and no underpants. Also works for clubbing on a Friday night. Great job.
Hhh! I can hear the Blue Oyster (Police Academy soundtrack) already
Mountain Bikers be like:
"Yeah, I got new biking shoes. The old converse were getting holes in the soles"
omg this is so true
To me mountain bike shoes are those cheap-ass, semi hard foam sole and breathy synthetic fabric cover shoes that won't survive a 5km jog but weight like 30grams and cost like $5.
They are not for walking anyway, and the foamy shit sole is soft enough that the pedal spikes dig into them nicely
Lol i wear converse when i mountain bike
I use to wear converse but they get so flat over time
Wait ... I am supposed to wear clothes when cycling..??
Man I've ;been doing it all wrong
The guys in the video may be pro... but this is GOD level cycling
Let them hang Sir.
I am cycling in jeans and winter shoes, I am real biker, not human condom. :-D
Its like forcing a cat to be gay. Thanks goodness the cat know what is gonorrhoea.
i have a question,, can i wear a boxer shorts while wearing my cycling shorts?
Thanks! I learned something new: Hydrate about 5min into the ride, to help climatize! Make absolute sense. Cheers!
Wipe your bum before going out on a ride... and other tips!
I just adjust the showerhead mode so its on the tough powerful mode, squat and then point in the general area, I'm then ready for the ultimate riding experience (after letting it dry). So pretty much use a bidet but no house in the UK has one unfortunately.
don't forget some TP
And pack wet-wipes for the Ultra's
@juan hernandez Only if you're prepared to bury them! They should not be flushed down the toilet, even if they say they can. Big no-no. Ask a plumber.
@juan hernandez Of course. Toilet paper is designed to be flushed down the toilet. Wet-wipes (and tissues, for that matter) are NOT.
4:50 Underwear topic.
I'd say always have some money on you (or a card or a mobile but not every place accepts them) - you might need to buy more food or a train or a bus ticket in case you will not be able to finish the ride for any reason
4 years on - card only now. Cash is history.
Wow, I have never considered wearing gloves in winter! Thanks!
Kornelius Vega Lol.
good one, i did in summer, though
Gloves just for weak people. I never wear gloves even if its -10 °C. U will never get hard and strong with gloves and overshoes
@@Alexander-lm9uz you will lose your fingers with out gloves biking in -10 C for any extended amount of time btw
Good for you if you like to have a necrosis
I wore boxer briefs underneath for a couple years until I finally decided to let it out. After feeling how refreshing and more comfortable it is down there, I'm never going back.
So you just wear shorts?
@@alecondones if you wear bib shorts, tights or padded shorts you don’t need underwear at all.
Don’t be modest
Nice save from Chris when we tries to put his left glove in his right hand
I prefer to put my hand in my glove 😉
Yeah, cuz that's very important in the big scheme of things 😐
@@Tbone.357 k
I have to wear underwear to keep my jeans from chafing.
I never wear denim on a bike, instead I have the $16 pair of Urban Star cheapie trousers, because of the 2% spandex content (much superior flex). I actually did a couple kickboxing classes like this when I forgot my trunks! I’ve surprised more than a couple Lycra lads who thought they could blow past me so effortlessly.
The advice about not wearing underwear is _only_ for padded cycling shorts. If you're wearing regular street clothes, wear underwear.
As a person who's made the mistake of riding commando in jeans before, I can firmly say never do it. It'll be more than your ass and legs that chafe.
@@beeble2003 Briefs under padded shorts are absolutely fine.
@@edwardkerrigan5356 It can depend, the fabric and crease and bunch and hold onto sweat and lead to chaffing. I've always been fine wearing underpants, but I don't think I cycle for long enough to become an issue.
I’ve been wearing underwear under my cycling shorts.. today I went for a 2 hour ride and now I feel like I have diaper rash.. I guess I better go commando 🤫🚴🏻♂️
keep us posted
@@hughchapman5319 Agreed can't wait for the update
Disgusting
What if you crash and tare your pants, the underwear will save dignity !
haha
What, you have dignity after a crash?
👍🏽😄😄😄😄
I never thought about the crash benefits of wearing the second layer, but it makes sense. I am a fencer (with a big interest in bikes!), and we wear a special layer that is required called a plastron underneath the jacket. It seems like an inconsequential garment, but it actually causes the impact of the opponent's weapon to glance off the chest a bit if they hit you hard as the jacket layer slides over the plastron worn beneath.
I thought you built fences.
Aparantly your nut sack does not need this extra layer of protection though!
@@loub344 using your nut sack as part of offense or defense in fencing is seriously frowned upon. It should, in most cases, be tucked out of harms way. Unless used to confuse the opponent when trying to hide your imminent attack.
Set aside you Victoria Secret lingerie when u ride your bike
I do that nowadays.
I used to get funny looks all the time, even after I shaved my beard off.
lmao.
time to wear that string and those stockings I've been saving!
Hahha
Washing kit! On multi-day cycling holidays/events I wash my kit when I get back to the hotel by not taking it off and for the first few minutes in the shower I shower in my kit (btw: shampoo is a good degreaser and deep cleanser). I undress in the shower, work the chamois and let the power of the water from the shower rinse my kit easily and quickly. (Then, of course, I shower myself). Room mates laugh on the first day yet by the 3rd day some are doing the same!
All cool and helpfull but my question is... is this all irrelevant when you dont own a bike?
LOL
Yeah its relevant when u study, except the underwear part unless ur w your hot tutor 🙃
What do you think?
You will eventually purchase one
Foaming chamois. Beautiful image.
Michael McDermott foaming goat?
🤣
🤣🤣🤣
I always wear a pair of really tight briefs under my shorts. Never had a problem with chafing or the way it looks.
Same but I wear free ride kit so it's all loose fit. Couldn't wear the skin tight kit.
Absolutely - totally agree - never had any problem either in donkey's years.
I agree, except that I use skinny swimming trunks. It's also handy when touring as it keeps my cycle shorts free of any awkward marks.
And no chamois needed either
I wear the bike brand jockstrap and all is good 🏅🏅🏅
If you're foaming on the route, this means not only that you haven't rinsed your kit well enough; it also means you have used to much detergent. When washing, there should be only a fine foamy layer on the water, once you've started. If you've got a lot of foam, you've used to much detergent. This is a real hassle when hand washing - when machine washing, to much foam can actually reduce the cleaning performance!
4:47 thank me later
I tried with no underwear once. Never again, this was the worst experience ever, could not sit for one week afterwards. I don't experience any inconvenience with underwear, no chafing, no nothing. I don't get it
Xanadu63: I always wear a pair of briefs, have never used shammy cream and never had a problem.
I will stick to my ordinary cotton shorts I get a nice breeze where it counts and I can keep my dignity.
lucky most cyclists don't wear the formula one body-hugging driver outfits.
Im sorry but unless i wear tight underwear my johnson flops around. And ive never had any underwear based chafing. It's okay to wear underwear under your bike kit. It's okay to cycle on flat pedals. Just ride!
I break every GCN recommendation but that’s because I’m a cyclist, not a racer. This is nothing but race advice. For instance after 45 mins cycling I’m liable to pull in for a milkshake rather than a bite of gel! I’ve never eaten gel nor have I ever worn Lycra: doesn’t work for me.
I never wear underwear and my kit holds my Johnson just fine, and BTW, it's an above average Johnson.
@@GreenRC24 well not everyone has a Si sized shlong that they can just tuck into their waistband
Bike brand Jockstrap for me
I am honestly supposed to go cycling without underwear? I have never even thought about it and the one time I had to ride without was pretty uncomfortable.
gym shorts, cargo shorts, or bike specific bibs? Never worn skivs with the latter.
I have never understood why amateur riders buy cycling kits at all. I city bike 30km daily and wear joggers and a cotton t-shirt and it feels amazing. I am not out to look like I have entered the Tour de France every time I want to go out for a bike ride, and it isn't necessary for my health goals.
I been cycling for my commute around 40 km a day, always either in normal trousers from uniqlo, jeans, sweatpants... basically anything but cycling gear. I recently bought a bibtight and I have to say that I do feel more aerodynamic. It feels less like a chore to bike into wind. Also. Getting wet is less of a problem. And I have always sweated like crazy in just plain cotton t-shirts.
Get a grip of yourself!! 🙄
It just doesn't make sense to cycle at 25km/h for a 100km in a cotton shirt and joggers though that fit works for the city definitely
Edit: just want to add that it doesn't mean you need cycling wear, just that cotton isn't known as a good fabric for sport
Im always wearing regular clothes for my cycle trips - Last one was 400+km over 3 days and i show up to the destination in a pair of trackies and a hoodie. 😅
That’s nice, in the meantime, lots of ppl do in fact want to participate in a race or ride here and there…………so it’s best to get used to wearing what you will wear in those cases, so your prepared for anything. Also just comfort, wind resistance, bright colors for safety, and maybe their love for the hobby.
*Wear nothing, except your cycling shoes and helmet, when you ride your bike. That's the way to go!*
Don't forget, you need your Fizik saddle to be engaged at least 1cm into your colon, otherwise you're missing out.
Until your tadger gets caught in the chain ring anyway.
Something like we do here in Seattle?
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Normal guy who rides everyday: my “kit” is $40 shorts I got for $32 and compression tech fabric shirts left over from my footballing days. It amazes me how much cyclists spend on gear.
Indeed. The only great I use is a bike...
Im an objection to the no underwear tip. I’ve been pedaling for about 4 years now, and have always worn underwear. Once someone made fun of me for it I tried riding without underwear and chafed so bad. So I went back to wearing underwear and haven’t had a problem! I wear ethika underwear and only pedal in their more silky pairs so maybe it’s just their underwear. I’ve done centuries, raced Leadville, and a few other big races in underwear. Some think it’s weird but I still think everyone else is weird for rubbing cream on their gooch
Yep. Well said Cole.
Totally agree
Only a roadie would admit to wearing his "silky pulling pants" when out with his mates. 😂😂😂😂
Ya Man, I'm keeping my underwear (i used dry fit ones) , tried commando once, and I totally regret the friction I got ouchh..
Have you tried body glide? I use it while running/swimming and it helps so much.
No underwear !
That’s nuts
Bike short is the underwear you can wear a tight over it when cold
nihonkokusai r/wooooosh
Literally
I see what you did there
Always save energy for come back home:)
mind blown
Last year I went for my first long distance ride at a length of 40km. Having no cycling gear I dressed casual, however forgot to go
commando. Lost story short, I couldn’t sit down properly for the next week.
It's a good thing there are a lot of Buko (coconut juice) vendor on most streets here in the Philippines. 😅🚴🤘💪
I find the no-underwear advice overrated. It would be more accurate to say you don’t need to wear underwear as opposed to “you need to go commando” under padded bike shorts. I always wear light breathable merino boxers underneath. Even before I converted entirely to merino underwear, I’d wear cotton boxers under my cycling shorts. I’ve never felt any bunching or chafing (although I can grant that cotton is not a good idea for reasons unrelated to chafing, and loose cotton does crumple some underneath but imperceptibly so). There is nothing else holding underwear and there’s little room for underwear to move inside snug fitting cycling shorts, so I’m hard pressed to imagine how the fabric can move inside independently to chafe against your thighs. If anything, it’s the cycling shorts, especially the long hems that are likely to move up and down against the thighs, but the undie itself is largely suspended in place. Wearing undies also means I need to wash cycling shorts less often (but undies need to be washed frequently irrespective of whether or not you wear them while cycling). Finally, I’d just feel funny not having my usual undie fabric against my crotch, so if I’m wearing anything at all, I’m wearing undies.
(My) Bottomline: Underwear inside bike shorts are like tubes inside tires that don’t rub laterally against the rim, not repeatedly at least, because all three move together.
And remember when going for a road side toilet break more than five shakes is considered a wan#...
Common sense here
🤣
5 shakes seems a bit borderline there, some have extremely sensitive expulsion glands that can be prone to a misfire 😮
What is five shakes ?
Love riding my motorcycle without underwear the breeze is amazing blowing around my boys!!
As a bicyclist, I need to be as pretentious and close-minded as possible. What is the most expensive pair of shorts that will help me achieve this persona to match all other serious bicyclists?
I don’t give a f@€*, when I ride I wear underpants, no matter what!
You're weird.
I always use underwear and no issue to report! These guys are mambo jambo pros and unusefull talk broadcasters and if you make a comment against their interests they cut you off as they did to me when I commented about mambo jambo energy beverages.
Same here! Been riding for years and I can't understand why it ever became an issue in the first place.
What about women’s perspective on this subject? I’d love to hear from female athletes re underwear and cycling during period, yeast infections etc. Different anatomy might require different solutions.
think of your padded cycling shorts as panties
and crack on
don't let being a woman stop you
🙂 sorry I just have to.
Camel toe
Here’s another tip I learned:
During a long distance ride, I take a PB&J sandwich. It has packed with protein and Carbs. It really gives me a boost for another hour.
Really Helpful. You should try it!
100% agree
yea i am doing the same but with nutella instead of peanut butter but i do it in hotdog bread as they are easy to bite into and consume while riding but i bring like 3+ or so
I take a foot long sub keeps me going all day!!!!
Might be smarter than my 2-3 hotdogs an hour
This only works for Americans - the rest of the World is disgusted by the idea of mixing peanut butter and jam. Vegemite sandwich - now you are talking - puts speed in your legs and hairs on your chest - and that's just the lady cyclists.
GCN are obsessed with our undergarments. There are conditions in which underwear are helpful under cycle shorts. As a 40-year commuter who cycles 15 mi. each way to work, rain or shine, winter or summer, a light nylon layer amidships can sometimes provide a little extra warmth, especially when older cycle shorts come up in the rotation.
Now that's a whole other level of honking from my car, from now on.
Gloves can also help avoid numbness in your hands.
Can u explain pls?
@@obedtroyinoc5049 get gel-inlaid gloves - really helps.
Hmm, I broke the eat after 45 minutes. As I normally snack around 2 hours in my ride and at the 6 hour mark
Just wear what you want and what you feel comfortable. Stop the patronising.
The key to post-ride recovery: drink all of the water you can.
After using any port-a-potty, use hand sanitizer.
If you're the reason I have to brake going down a hill, you're worse than Hitler.
LOL
aaah so it was the Jews hindering Adolf on his way down the German hills on his new bike that got him so pissed? Never thought of it like that
garbage! i wear them and nothing happens
Those poor pros. If only they knew what you know!
Don’t know why I watched this. I wear a T-shirt and basketball shorts. Still crush everyone in sight. Just like shaving your legs for swimming. Unless your a pro you don’t neeeed these cycling clothing.
me too, mate
I totally agree! Glad I'm not alone on this.
Them: don't wear underwear
People on their period: ._.
Brandow: It got electrolytes..... what cyclists need...
All of the cowboy actors in old movies wore women's pantyhose to prevent saddle sores and chafing.
Sow how am i supposed to protect my jun-jun?😂
I really don't understand your insistence on going commando. I wear boxer briefs under my shorts and NEVER have issues. Mimd you my rides are about 20 miles or slightly more, but still.
Do the brits have crappy cycling shorts?
I’m usually commando in my jeans, but no underwear in Lycra took some getting used too with having my junk on display. 😳
"...no underwear" Sorry?
Lol wtf? I have no problems with wearing underwear while riding.
Then go for it.
Maybe there’s a reason all the pros don’t?
I stopped wearing underwear after I had hole in my 5 underpants.
Knew everything in this by, let's say 'common sense' apart from not wearing underwear... Always struggled with getting confortable while riging due to my undies bunching up and not behaving along with the bib knicks. Ever since getting in to cycling I always said to the local shop "I'm a beginner and this is my first road bike" etc etc, but no one ever mentioned not to wear underwear! will try it on my next ride :)
Michael Webb same mate I’ll be trying it out tomorrow I’ve only started riding with a road bike for the last fortnight
can confirm. Commando is so much better.
Same haha. Much more comfortable!
@@emxfpv Yippeee!
No way am I ditching my Leopard Print budgie smugglers!
Pics please
Anyone wear normal clothes when biking?
Yeah, me. Shorts, t shirt, sneakers, undies, socks, no Lycra. It’s cheap, washable, cool, and I don’t look weird when I get off.
Nekid is the way.
Been riding for decades but still watched the video because GCN!
I cycle with a kilt so I have to go commando
Was hoping for more underwear discussion.
I wore underwear when I first started cycling, got some mild chafing, then took the great advice about going commando from GCN, way more comfortable, never would I wear underwear under kit again. I also use chamois cream and a fizik saddle. I try doing at least a couple of long rides of 3-4 hours each fortnight, plus 3 1-2 hour training sessions each week and commute to work when possible, rides are way more comfortable and never experience chafing again. Commando is definitely the way to go, especially if you are starting out in cycling.
Trouble is, and take this from someone who is not bragging but just stating the truth, that that is fine for most people... But when you have crown jewels to be proud of, if you don't have additional support you can find yourself sitting on your crown jewels that can be very painful.
As a result I do wear underwear, but proper sports underwear from Runderwear... Made in a way that gives you additional support and control, saves you from sitting on your crown jewels, and avoids sweat and pain!
On the other hand, if you are not packing in that area you have nothing to worry about!
@@stephentuthill4598 "But when you have crown jewels to be proud of, if you don't have additional support you can find yourself sitting on your crown jewels that can be very painful."
it's called getting cycling shorts that fit.
They're not supposed to be loose, so they on their own would support you. Twit.
your opinion is just your opinion, among other things you are a road bike rider
Also a lot of gloves have gel pads which really help with comfort and pressure points too.
True, that!
How bout not look like Spiderman if he was sponsored?
PRO TIP! If you drink coffee first thing in the morning, go to the loo, do you thing and properly wash your butt ;)
Or just put a mud flap on your bike.
I really love their house interior. Could we have an official visit (exterior/interior) in the next videos? :))
Have been cycling with underwear for 40 years and never had a problem
+1. And when you're touring it's far easier to carry a few extra pairs of underwear than try to wash and dry a pair of cycling shorts in a tiny tent when it rains all night.
Might work with a Brooks
Don't wear legwarmers if you aren't wearing armwarmers. Hank!
I wore a hi Viz T shirt and long black trousers, and ride a recumbent in agroup where all wore lycra. Rules are there to be broken
You hereby shall be known as
The Recumbent Rebel xDD
@Gary Dodgson then you should hand over your licence as you cannot ride a motorcycle safely
Great to see you guys promoting cycling and I’m doing my bit too.. please watch Sweden’s 🇸🇪 approach for vision zero and green environment !!
I wear a thong when I ride 😎
#vpl - "visible panty line"
I generally ride in town to uni/work/the shops/a friend's house so wear underwear for this type of cycling.
However on a long ride I can confirm cycle shorts and commando works much better for me.
But to each his own
After over 30 years of cycling I've rediscovered the warmth of wool. I found a light-weight merino wool sweater at a thrift store that I wear under my wool jersey (also found at a thrift store). This is perfect for cool days. When it is a bit colder, I also have a sleeveless alpaca undershirt and a heavy hand-knit wool jersey I knit myself. Wool doesn't hold odors, keeps the wind out and is still warm when wet. Plus wool breathes and your sweat evaporates. As for shoe covers, I used my existing covers as a pattern and made a pair of wool shoe covers from a felted (shrunk on purpose) sweater. Now these really cut the wind and allow the sweat from my feet to evaporate. I've worn all the high tech, wicking, wind proof, rain proof stuff over the years and have to say going back to wool for the winter is the best.
Excellent!
Omg!!! I crochet!!! I didn’t know you could wear it for cycling!! I’ve only been cycling for about a week.
The best things can always be found in nature. Nature is the world's greatest inventor and producer.
I took your advice and I'm am the sorest I've ever been, yesterday went on 60km ride in the sun sweating directly against the silicon linning, i've never had chafing of any sort on a bike and i've not been able to sit for the past 24 hours rubbing aloe-vera on my sore bum, how can you put this terrible advice out there? shame on you, GCN bad GCN I hope cycling weakly takes all your subscribers
I have an old pair of cycling shorts that got torn up at the crotch at some point during winter. Thankfully, I wore other layers at the time (winter).
But I admit it makes me think twice about underwear under cycling shorts. Wouldn't like being literally butt naked miles from home. But I still go commando; I have new/other cycling shorts.
I though it was just me with a foamy bottom.
I still don't understand why they decided to put the padding on the underwear rather than on the seat where it should be... Also, I wear thongs, is that going to be ok to wear underneath? lol
I have often gone in the shower with all my kit on, as sometimes I don’t have any spare and they seem to dry quicker once I ring them out Perfect if you’re going on a trip for a couple of days and want your clothes to stay fresh. 👍 Comment if you have done this
So the ladies doesn't wear underwear too? 🤔
Cycling shorts have even more seams that regular underwear...riding without underwear is a myth..come on
Nelson Campos totally agree - I have several different shorts and if I don’t wear underwear the seams chafe me something fierce. I rode a couple of times without underwear and thought I would chafe all the skin off my p*****. Never again!
Well, atleast in Finland in the winter, you'll thicker gloves and the ones with the fingers all together, or you'll freeze them 😅
Uh oh, juice on a camelbak
Me who doesn't wear underwear:
👁️👄👁️
SENGSENGLEO LEOON, I Love the way the boy's swing in the breeze!👍
Next tip is to take phone and tire repair kit while going on a ride alone
Oh yes!
I went to fetch my lil sister from school on a bike. Went to jail cause I followed GCN "tips" . Smh last time I'm going without underpants
How can you double without a banana seat, come on then! That was a reckless riding citation, be honest.
Idk bout going commando cuz i dont wanna see my dingingling moving around everytime I pedal
And I sort of feel uncomfortable people staring at me knowing that Im in full commando mode
You ain’t that dingly
I gave up wearing underwear, except on the bike.
Am I the only one who hates descends?
Kim Jarkou I don’t know how much you ride, but if you’re newish, it is just a matter of exposure. There’s a big, 800m descent near me, and the first time I did it I was nearly crying (doing it relatively upright on a crossbike did not help matters). Later, on a road bike I kept skidding out in corners due to bad braking technique as my friends surged ahead. After a few descents though I did begin to relax and welcome the feeling of speed and from then on it became amazing. Just focus on braking in the straight and perhaps a quick squeeze in the corner if you go in too hot, and try to enjoy riding at speed.
Me too, after my fall I avoid fast descends into bends
I’m not a fan. I would rather climb than descend!
I was getting much more relaxed. Then I came off on some oil and have really lost my nerve. Problem is that I am much more likely to come off again, as I'm going into corners and losing the line by making the bike stand up on the brakes. The hills round me are so steep that you literally can't stop even with disc brakes. All you can do is scrub speed off. Someone else said on a different thread that you build confidence slowly, but lose it quickly.
Because you’re on a stupid road bike thats gonna crash at any minute
My bros really freeballing over here
i'll take discomfort over risking the lycra ripping on it's own, or having a spill and it rips open, not worth the indecent exposure
Loll
Huh... Go to a nude beach and get over it...
Discomfort is 24/3 or 4 depending on chafe 👀😳
PS... Stuff your speedo in your pocket 🥁
I do 50 to 70 mile rides once a week around town in my normal street clothes lol
i always wear underwear and don't get chafing, i tried it once with out and my gentlemans region got cold. "beginner" mistake, maybe butt i'll stick with it tah
Try Runderwear, proper sports underwear that allows your bits to breathe but also gives you support and control.
@@stephentuthill4598 Decent pair of briefs is all you need - they won't chafe.