This morning's commute and other commuting stories

Oh sartorial mavens of the commute-o-thread!

Where do we stand on the jersey-jeans-propercyclingshoes combo?

Like the mullet, it says: "Yes I have a serious side, yes I put the
miles in, but my legs also enjoy the music of Scouting for Girls and
Embrace, so I have a fun side."

Foot retention? Check
Avoiding sweaty-backed work shirt? Check
Quicker to change than full Lycra? Check

Although if you don't wear cycling-specific jeans you end up with endless crotch blow-outs, I find.

Overpriced but comfortable and infinitely more durable cycling jeans? Check