Sundays are slowly and surely becoming my favorite. This past Sunday, I took it upon myself to ride my bike 7.5 miles (and back) to Forest Hills (Tomas's old neighborhood) where a street fair the town has twice a year was taking place on their central street. It was about 85 degrees, so I wanted to wear something light, cool, and flowy.
Turns out I wore one of my $4 sundresses (also worn here). My light blue Biria Citibike makes it possible to wear a dress and ride because the spokes (chains?) are covered, and will not grease up or snag the bottom of the skirt at all. It was a relativity easy ride, and I stayed much cooler than I would have in spandex and sneakers. ;)
I use one of those key chain clips to secure the strap of my purse to the basket in case we hit a bump and the bouncing of loose objects occurs. I also put two bungees in an 'X' formation across the basket for added security.
With the exception of 2 or 3 uphill spots, I pedalled and constantly shifted gears the whole 15 miles (gears are God-sends). That hill above was the big one I knew I was going to have to walk up.
In case of any sort of wardrobe malfunction, I had a pair of bike shorts underneath. I didn't wear a helmet and should have (all about bicycle safety), but I had my hair up in a high Carrie bun for comfort and cuteness, and the helmet just wouldn't fit or stay on. Style won out over safety this time.
**Also NOTE: only took photos when on my trail. My iPhone is not in my hand when I'm biking near or on the street, as my focus is strictly on my surroundings.
Have you ever biked a long distance in a dress?
Here is a list some of my favorite lady-bicyclists who do it all too well: Dottie & Trisha, Sheryl 'Bitchcakes' Yvette, Julie P. Hardee, and Miss Sarah Chan.
...and here is my bicycleLOVE pinterest board for more inspiration to travel through life on two wheels.
