velomanct said:That doesn't matter. If there is a market for tall sizing, the manufacturer should meet it. Just bc cycling clothing is a smaller market doesnt mean they shouldn't do business.
I was in Las Vegas when it was 140 on the sidewalk. I honestly didn't mind it, walking in it.
velomanct said:Back in June I was visiting my friend in FL, it was 100+ in the sun and humid and I did tempo for over an hour, in the direct sun. I wasnt overheating at all, although I got some sunburn. It was VERY comfortable.
Here's a thought:
Maybe my body is more suited for biking in the heat? I'm always freezing in the winter, indoors, outdoors, anytime I'm not wearing 10lbs of clothes or exerting myself.
velomanct said:Riding a bike at 120bpm (fast walking pace) is always going to be 'cooler' than walking at that same exertion level since you have the wind moving over you. So for this example it is relavant. I did mention that fast riding would be unbearable in such extreme heat. I don't plan to do TTs when it's 100+ degrees.
velomanct said:So you're telling me that there is not a worthwhile segment of skinny/tall cyclists?
Oh wait, we're on cyclingforums where it's common to argue over ridiculous things to make ourselves feel better.
That's fine if you prefer the opposite, but I still say I'd take 110 high of day temps over 30 high of day temps.
alienator said:Would you like to prove your theory? You know you're starting to move onto ground where subjectivity doesn't really work.
No, those are your words. I was explaining one likely reason for not seeing shelves overflowing with clothes as you describe. Did you not understand the economics part?
Oh, that must be it. Clearly. Really.
Yes, you've said as much.
velomanct said:I'm sorry I don't have studies to back up my theory, I just have my relevant personal experience, which matters a whole lot more to myself.
On the hottest day at school it was near 100. I got out of class and walked 8 minutes to my car, was sweaty and uncomfortable at that point. I got my bike out of the car and changed, went riding. I was much more comfortable riding my bike at a slow pace than I was walking.
Does it make sense that 120bpm at 18mph would be more comfortable than 120bpm at 3mph? Yah, I don't need studies to prove that point.
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