For F-s sake, it's a riding suit!

[atadaskew]

So I'm riding into work each day now using my new Teiz Lombard riding suit.  Over my dress work clothes, so far no problems with wrinkles.  Today was 80 coming in from Venice Beach, and I got a little sweaty as I did not open all the vents (and there are a lot of them!).  Butt still, no problem.

Until I got into the office.  Since I've been wearing this get-up, people who have seen it hanging there have done double takes, commented, asking what it is (to which I have to state the obvious), waved it's arms saying crap like "Danger, Will Robinson!" and my boss - "What the F-ck is that?" before heading off to do whatever it is she does.

This suit is the light grey/black one.  Not some neon colour.  Previously when I wore leathers into work, no-one said a thing!

And just now I got interrupted by another 'WTF is that?!'

Moto gear?  Is it really that hard to understand?

[MadOzodi]

Unfortunately, it apparently is.  Even my boss' boss who rides, albeit a cruiser, is all about wearing shorts, flip-flops, t-shirt and helmet.  When he rides in to work, it's just his work clothes (shirt and tie) and helmet.

If the mainstream understood moto gear, then they'd have no reason to complain about "those hooligans on their crotch rockets"  

If one of my co-workers did that whole dumbass Lost in Space Danger Will Robinson schtick to me, I'd just give them a look that showed them I thought they were the biggest ignoramous in the world for not knowing.

Hmmm, when I start commuting, I think I'll stop off in the bathroom first thing before going to my floor.

Or...I'll just do what ConPilot said.

[pcrdude]

http://hellforleathermagazine.com/2009/11/pirates-vs-power-rangers-a-gui.html

[bomber]

Leave your helmet on (shield up is OK)

When accosted by someone who doesn't understand, mutter, in a deep and stentorian voice

"klatu barada nikto"

and walk on down the hall.

[vulcanbill]

I go into a sales pitch the likes of which will make sure they not only never comment on it again but also tell others to never comment on it.  I can be very very annoying like that...

...no, really, this is the best suit you can get...feel this pad, now punch it really hard...here try it on, it's awesome...you should totally get one for shoveling snow... this one time...

[MadOzodi]

Leave your helmet on (shield up is OK)

When accosted by someone who doesn't understand, mutter, in a deep and stentorian voice

"klatu barada nikto"

and walk on down the hall.

Perfect!  

[atadaskew]

Leave your helmet on (shield up is OK)

When accosted by someone who doesn't understand, mutter, in a deep and stentorian voice

"klatu barada nikto"

and walk on down the hall.

I had to look that up
 

[kevin_stevens]

 

KeS

[DNA]

atad -

I have never heard of this suit before.


I have to ask - how do you like it?

For a mere $329 it is almost 1/3 the cost of the stich.  

Is it water proof?  Have you ever seen massive rain storms to test it out?  (Our weather is abit more soggy back east).

I was about to buy a stich, as I have heard misex stuff aboutthe olympia, but I am really interested inthei option.

-DNA

[chornbe]

atad -

I have never heard of this suit before.


I have to ask - how do you like it?

For a mere $329 it is almost 1/3 the cost of the stich.  

Is it water proof?  Have you ever seen massive rain storms to test it out?  (Our weather is abit more soggy back east).

I was about to buy a stich, as I have heard misex stuff aboutthe olympia, but I am really interested inthei option.

-DNA

http://www.sport-touring.net/forums/index.php/topic,37107.0.html

[connick]

I wear my dayglo Olympia Phantom into work just about every day (or at least until it gets back into the 70s).  It's probably around 3/8 of a mile from where I park to my desk, so there is lots of opportunity for people to see me... I've been wearing it all winter and still get amusing comments.  Hey, at least they're noticing...

[boogeyman]

I had to look that up
 

so did I, but I did because no zombie comments had been made yet.

I like the salesman approach!

[bomber]

I had to look that up
 

Which part? The JimMorrison quote?

I think Vulcan Bill's post wins -- "there was this one time" is a great start to most anything!

[Tar Snake]

When somebody asks why I'm wearing my aerostich I just say "I like my skin". and leave at that.

They do this  

[bl4ckd0g]

I have a neon dayglo green and black Teiz Lombard suit.   When I drove home from Charlotte, NC to Little Rock, I would repeatedly hear:

Did you just come from "(Insert your nearest racetrack)?


Must be the built-in plastic kneesliders.

[blackbeltrider]

My opinion, based on my experiences,  is that people who ask about my gear aren't really curious about it, they're confused because they are confronted with something out of the ordinary, and they need help in rationalizing it internally.

Long ago, I grew tired of attempting to explain it to them, only to be met with more inane questions, so now I just stare at them with no expression, until they get nervous and leave. It doesn't take very long and it is fun to watch them walk away , worried that they have offended me is some fashion, but not willing to apologize because they are now too nervous after having firstly been confronted with attire they don't understand, followed by behaviour they don't understand.  

They never ask again.

[Andrew]

"Why are ye waring yer skiing clothes in the summer?"

[xbud]

 Tell them your crotchless Elvis suit is at the cleaners so you had to wear this.  

[kevrider]

hang a sign on it, quote the title of this thread.  of course they'll ask anyway, but you can just point and turn your back.

[Scratch33]

This suit is the light grey/black one.  Not some neon colour.  

Heck, try it with the neon color like my Oly Phantom 1-piece.

(Woman on elevator, bugeyed staring me up & down):  "Do you ride a motorcycle?"

(Me):  "Nope.  I'm a deep sea diver."

(Woman): "oh..."

[nomagnashn]

Heck, try it with the neon color like my Oly Phantom 1-piece.

(Woman on elevator, bugeyed staring me up & down):  "Do you ride a motorcycle?"

(Me):  "Nope.  I'm a deep sea diver."

(Woman): "oh..."

(Me):  "Here's your sign"

ftfy  

[CLAY]

I get "power ranger".  I'm good with it.  

[photomd]

The comments around are:
"Nice snow mobile suit."
"where's your helicopter?"
"Where's your race car?"
Etc.

I did run into a German couple in Myrtle beach 6 or 7 years ago. They were spending 6 months driving across the US. They started in California and were ending on the east coast. They made a point to walk up and talk to me. I was in my 'stich and they told I was the only motorcyclist they'd seen that was dressed "right".

After spending some time in Europe, I bet the normal motorcycle attire in the US is pretty laughable in a sad sorta way. However, after testing my suit in a 90 ft slide and going through numerous rain storms, I love my suit. People can make fun it all they want.

 I'm smiling under my helmet every time I ride to work. On my commute I go over two swamps, I can smell the dampness in the air and soon I'll smell the dogwoods in bloom. Sometimes I can hear the low flying geese as they go over; I wouldn't have it any other way.  

[zer0netgain]

Tell him to get an oversuit from RadicalSpeed and wear that over his gear.  That'll give them something to talk about.

[stinky93071]

i get power ranger, and all other kinds.. just today i have been refered to as Optimus Prime..

[LoVel]

Here's an idea.  Carry your helmet in with you.  It makes it easier for the morons to get it.

My answer to the why question is,  go run across the parking lot as fast as you can and dive into it face first.  I'm going a lot faster than you can run.

I get power ranger a lot with my gray Olympia suit.  With my black Honda jacket and black fieldsheer pants I don't get many comments.

[Blunder]

My all black 'stich gets the snowmobile question all the time, especially in the summer when it regularly hits 100+.

[Scoop]

I just reply "I dunno, what's with that ghey tie you're wearing?"

I do like the Will Robinson comment.  I haven't gotten that one yet.  

[atadaskew]

Here's an idea.  Carry your helmet in with you.  It makes it easier for the morons to get it.

The helmet is always right next to the suit..

Here's da ting.  This job is great and the people are nice so I'm not gonna try and be a smart arse to anyone (I'm a contractor and know not to bite the hand that feeds me!).  Butt it's just so funny/annoying how the sight of a moto suit flumoxes people.

[LoVel]

It does and the most confused are the ones walking in wearing chaps and a vest.

[bomber]

The helmet is always right next to the suit..

Here's da ting.  This job is great and the people are nice so I'm not gonna try and be a smart arse to anyone (I'm a contractor and know not to bite the hand that feeds me!).  Butt it's just so funny/annoying how the sight of a moto suit flumoxes people.

This will stop when cable TV launches a show entitled "Sons of Codura," featuring the exploits of middleaged guys riding long distances right PAST the bars and stuff . . . . . .

[SuperSlider]

Over the years I suppose I've become a little jaded and when people ask me stupid questions I try to come up with the most ridiculous answer I can think of, one that makes no sense whatsoever. For instance you could tell the work crew it's a radiation suit for when the Canadians attack.

[coho]

Here's an idea.  Carry your helmet in with you.  It makes it easier for the morons to get it.

No, :facepalm smiley: I'm afraid it doesn't.  They're morons, remember?

[chornbe]

I have done this.

*enter elevator in riding gear, carrying a helmet*
"Oh, you ride a motorcycle?"
"No, I just really think this makes me look cool." <-- said very pleasantly with a smile
"oh"

[Scratch33]

I have done this.

*enter elevator in riding gear, carrying a helmet*
"Oh, you ride a motorcycle?"
"No, I just really think this makes me look cool." <-- said very pleasantly with a smile
"oh"

Another response is "No, it's Dress-Up Thursday -- didn't you get the email?!"

[Tar Snake]

The comments around are:
"Nice snow mobile suit."
"where's your helicopter?"
"Where's your race car?"
Etc.

I

I forgot about that, when I walk in with my grey/green aerostich and white helmet I always get "How's the Moon?"   I usually replied I just checked and it's still there.

[county]

So, you Vespa guys have a lotta gear, eh?

[Tar Snake]

So, you Vespa guys have a lotta gear, eh?

Chinos, smart loafers, designer sunglasses, maybe a scarf for the hair if you're a lady, or a lot gel if you're a guy. You can't predict when you're going to have a fashion emergency, dress accordingly.

Ciao

[atadaskew]

So, you Vespa guys have a lotta gear, eh?

I'm guessing more than when you're riding your Rebel.

[turboderek]

My answer to the why question is,  go run across the parking lot as fast as you can and dive into it face first.  I'm going a lot faster than you can run.

I get power ranger a lot with my gray Olympia suit.  With my black Honda jacket and black fieldsheer pants I don't get many comments.

I offer them $20 to to that very thing anytime someone asks about my gear.

[county]

Well, if you are going to dress funny it is not reasonable to expect people not to laugh.

[Scoop]

Well, if you are going to dress funny it is not reasonable to expect people not to laugh.

That's the best I've ever read on this site!!

[Tar Snake]

It would help if you used a pic of a Vespa not a Lambretta..
 

It's a German Heinkel,  

http://www.modernvespa.com/forum/topic25545

[atadaskew]

It's a German Heinkel,  

http://www.modernvespa.com/forum/topic25545

How dare you Sir!
 

[wvrider]

I get the same stares and odd comments when I use my 'stitch to commute....I ignore it

Phil

[zer0netgain]

Another response is "No, it's Dress-Up Thursday -- didn't you get the email?!"

I had a similar experience.  Woman asked if I rode a motorcycle (in full leathers and had my helmet).  I came so close to saying, "No, I'm a stripper and this is the costume for my next job."

[Bjorn Toulouse]

........people who ask about my gear aren't really curious about it, they're confused because they are confronted with something out of the ordinary, and they need help in rationalizing it internally.

Fuck 'em, I prefer to look at them like they're stoopid, and not say a word.


Rex

[LoVel]

I have gotten multiple, did you ride today, questions when carrying my helmet.  It seems like the days I leave the helmet on the bike are the days I don't get the question.  

I guess the helmet does cue the morons to ask stupid questions.

I do stand in front of the mirror and practice my power ranger pose so I will look good whent the kids see me.  

[county]

I do stand in front of the mirror and practice my power ranger pose so I will look good whent the kids see me.  

Looking good, while on the bike and off (while in gear) is 50% of riding.  Like  the old saying goes....If you ride in the woods and no one see you...did you really ride?

[atadaskew]

 Like  the old saying goes....If you ride in the woods and no one see you...did you really ride?

So what you're sayin' is.. you don't ride.

[pcrdude]

So what you're sayin' is.. you don't ride.

I guess he really doesn't since he didn't agree to the FJR challenge in that 'other' thread.

 

[bomber]

First week on the job, meeting with the new boss in the afternoon . . . . . . walk in through the fornt doors and see him --

He calls me over, see the helmet, "I see you ride a motorcycle?"

"Nossir -- it's for our meeting this afternoon."

break break

Buddy and his grown son are flying to a remote destination to ride some rented bikes -- they both have helmets with em (and boots jackets et al) . . . . .the lady sitting next to my buddy's sone asks,"Why do you have a helmet?"

He responds, "Where's yours?"

[Giaka]

This one time,....when my wife and I and a few other friends were hiking up a trail to see General Sherman (Sequoia National Park) we were asked if we were riding bikes (full gear minus helmets left on bike). I said no we are all just very clumsy and tend to fall down a lot. As "a lot" left my lips I pretended to trip and fall to my knees. Everyone within hearing distance busted up laughing.

[daddymakk]

I go into a sales pitch the likes of which will make sure they not only never comment on it again but also tell others to never comment on it.  I can be very very annoying like that...

...no, really, this is the best suit you can get...feel this pad, now punch it really hard...here try it on, it's awesome...you should totally get one for shoveling snow... this one time...

I like that approach!!!

I wore my Joe Rocket over my jeans to show and someone said "why not just wear jeans?"
I just asked if they have ever fallen while walking and ripped their pants and skin their knee? When they say yes I ask "ever do that at highway speed?"
The smart ones usually take the hint.

[Walker]

For some reason I get more comments wearing the Cordura gear than I do when I wear the leather gear....

Few years back I was leaving the office a bit early and was ATGATT, carrying my helmet and puttin in my earplugs as I was walking out towards the door.  A coworker asked:

"You going to go ride your motorcycle?"
 
"Nope, I like to dress like this for staff meetings, they get pretty brutal sometimes."

here's your sign.

[Mrs. DantesDame]

You guys are funny! I'd love to make some of these comebacks, but I don't think I could bring myself to it  

The office is slowly getting used to the idea that I ride a motorcycle to work. Of course some of them are still surprised when they find out that it's my motorcycle by the front door. It took them awile to figure out that I wear gear (they currently assume I wear it because it's cold and/or wet outside).  Next up will be once the weather turns nice and they will wonder why I'm still wearing my gear every day