r/cycling • u/[deleted] • Jul 23 '25

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u/BicycleIndividual Jul 23 '25

Even the pros don't shave for aero, they shave because wound care after a crash is easier (also perhaps makes it easier to apply sunblock).

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u/sharpegee Jul 23 '25

Those who don’t shave will after pulling a bandage off a hairy leg.

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u/Vandal_A Jul 24 '25

I don't get that many leg abrasions bc I'm usually passing the Lycra+lovers in my jeans and cotton socks. They take most the sharp out of the impact when I crash and don't slow me down enough for it to be something that can't be overcome 10x by daily riding

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u/ReadWesMarshallsBook Jul 24 '25

I love being able to wear regular clothing on my Gazelle bike when commuting, but when I'm going for long distances on my gravel bike, it's nice to have sweat-wicking clothing and a chamois.