joshaz Posted October 30, 2008 Posted October 30, 2008 I'd thought I'd pose this as a poll of sorts for ****s and giggles. A turn on or a turn off: An adult that does most everything by bicycle. Commuting, shopping, for fun, etc... Sure I have a car, I'd just rather not use it. Some would probably call me obsessed. I ride year round. I have a stable full of bicycles & I love them all. How would you react if your date showed up via bicycle? What if he/she showed up with a bicycle built for two and a spare helmet?
kashmir Posted October 30, 2008 Posted October 30, 2008 I'd think she was awesome for 3 reasons: 1) Cares about the environment 2) Probably is in good shape from all the exercise 3) She wouldn't care that I always use a bike too (though I don't have a car)
Geishawhelk Posted October 30, 2008 Posted October 30, 2008 If you ride tandem, sit at the back. Then you can pretend to pedal uphill, and the view of the toned Gluteii maximii is quite an eyeful.....!
norajane Posted October 30, 2008 Posted October 30, 2008 IF he showed up for a date with a tandem bike, I'd be turned off, unless the date was to go for a ride in the park on a nice morning or afternoon. I rode a tandem in Maine, during a vacation trip with my bf, and it's fun. But if I'm dressed up and made-up for a date, then I'm not going to be in the mood to ride a bike to dinner. Extra turn-off points if it's cold, rainy, super-windy, snowy, or night. If he showed up at my place on a bike and we were going to walk or taxi to our date destination, or had planned to stay in, I wouldn't care either way.
AMB3R Posted October 30, 2008 Posted October 30, 2008 I think that it would depend on the bike. If she is dressed up, that last thing that she would want to do is go out on a bike. But if you tell her to dress casual and go to a cute cafe or have a picnic, than I think that would be super romantic!
FleshNBones Posted October 30, 2008 Posted October 30, 2008 I think most women are dopey, flaky, and unmotiated. Exercise is something that should only be confined to a gym if it isn't running or jogging. Group related exercise is a social exeperience making it excuseable. They might look at a structured approach favorably. My guess is, an unstructured recreational approach would probably be seen as childish. If you aren't a professional cyclist, she probably won't like it one bit. If she isn't an avid cycling herself, she would probably blow you off assuming you aren't a super hunk. When it comes to looks, they sell out fast. I took up cycling almost a year ago, and I hope to make my first century sometime next year. I have never seen a woman with more than a superficial interest in cycling. I have never seen a woman with more than a superficial interest in exercise.
FleshNBones Posted October 30, 2008 Posted October 30, 2008 Extra turn-off points if it's cold, rainy, super-windy, snowy, or night.He is in Arizona so the weather is usually good. I like riding in the rain, and I wouldn't mind riding at night. For me, super-windy would be a 30Mph headwind. One day, I will conquer snow. I believe the drive chain is locked in a tandem bike. Given my cadence, I could probably pedal her little legs off.
norajane Posted October 31, 2008 Posted October 31, 2008 He is in Arizona so the weather is usually good. I like riding in the rain, and I wouldn't mind riding at night. For me, super-windy would be a 30Mph headwind. One day, I will conquer snow. I believe the drive chain is locked in a tandem bike. Given my cadence, I could probably pedal her little legs off. Well, I live in the city of Chicago, and he asked how I'd feel if my date showed up on a bike, or with a tandem. Biking in this city is not only dirty and full of car, bus and truck exhaust fumes, it's also dangerous as sidewalk riding is outlawed and you have to ride in the street between the parked cars and the drivers. Add night time or bad weather, and you are asking to die.
Meaplus3 Posted October 31, 2008 Posted October 31, 2008 I'd thought I'd pose this as a poll of sorts for ****s and giggles. A turn on or a turn off: An adult that does most everything by bicycle. Commuting, shopping, for fun, etc... Sure I have a car, I'd just rather not use it. Some would probably call me obsessed. I ride year round. I have a stable full of bicycles & I love them all. How would you react if your date showed up via bicycle? What if he/she showed up with a bicycle built for two and a spare helmet? Honestly, If he showed up via bike on a first date I'd be a bit taken back by that because I would most likely be dressed up with my hair all done perfect. The thought of taking a bike ride would mean my hair would be wind blown and my outfit would probably fall apart, so with all that in mind, I'm not sure it would go over very well. Now if he were to make a date with me for bike riding that would be cool. AP:)
Author joshaz Posted October 31, 2008 Author Posted October 31, 2008 He is in Arizona so the weather is usually good. Well, I live in the city of Chicago, and he asked how I'd feel if my date showed up on a bike, or with a tandem. Biking in this city is not only dirty and full of car, bus and truck exhaust fumes, it's also dangerous as sidewalk riding is outlawed and you have to ride in the street between the parked cars and the drivers. Add night time or bad weather, and you are asking to die. It is indeed intended to be about where you live. I do have to clarify though because everyone has this misconception about Arizona. I actually live in the mountains at about 7,000 feet. While we do have some pretty nice weather, we also get lots and lots of snow with very chilly nights. Inclement weather poses problems, but it's not nearly as bad as most people think. The biggest problem I have is dodging out of control five-thousand pound 4x4s in the winter. I've also lived in Chicago and while it's certainly not as bike-friendly as where I live now, it still is doable. Though no matter where I've lived I often hear the sentiment that I'm nuts; and I concede that they may be right to a degree. Over time I've become rather accustomed to riding in traffic. Perhaps I just haven't been hit hard enough yet to have any sense knocked into me permanently.
FleshNBones Posted October 31, 2008 Posted October 31, 2008 I've also lived in Chicago and while it's certainly not as bike-friendly as where I live now, it still is doable. Though no matter where I've lived I often hear the sentiment that I'm nuts; and I concede that they may be right to a degree. Over time I've become rather accustomed to riding in traffic. Perhaps I just haven't been hit hard enough yet to have any sense knocked into me permanently. Never take a good brain bucket for granted. Just watch out for those wreckless, and worse yet, sadistic drivers. Some will try to intimidate or run you off the road.
allina Posted October 31, 2008 Posted October 31, 2008 An absolute turn on Plus, it would make me think about what a great ass and thighs he has I have a nice car and can afford gas but I bike all over the city because I enjoy it
Ariadne Posted October 31, 2008 Posted October 31, 2008 I have a stable full of bicycles & I love them all. How would you react if your date showed up via bicycle? I wouldn't mind that the date showed up in a bike. But, how many bikes do you have? That would concern me more.
Nemo Posted October 31, 2008 Posted October 31, 2008 you are asking to die. I couldn't have put it better myself. Bicycles are for children. Or the French. Intellectually, there's isn't that much difference.
Ruby Slippers Posted October 31, 2008 Posted October 31, 2008 I got a bike this year, and I have been riding the heck out of it all over town. I live in a major city, and though I was scared of riding in traffic, I am totally fine with it now. Just biked three hours round-trip today, in fact. So, I definitely like fellow bikers! Still, for an evening date, where I'd wanna get dolled up, I would want to be picked up in a car. Only if it were an afternoon picnic or outdoor thing would I be cool with the bike concept. And I'd want to know in advance so I could wear something appropriate for riding!
Nemo Posted October 31, 2008 Posted October 31, 2008 I got a bike this year, and I have been riding the heck out of it all over town. That sounds so slutty.
Ruby Slippers Posted October 31, 2008 Posted October 31, 2008 Hey, a single girl's gotta stay on top of her game.
BubblyPopcorn Posted October 31, 2008 Posted October 31, 2008 I'd thought I'd pose this as a poll of sorts for ****s and giggles. A turn on or a turn off: An adult that does most everything by bicycle. Commuting, shopping, for fun, etc... Sure I have a car, I'd just rather not use it. Some would probably call me obsessed. I ride year round. I have a stable full of bicycles & I love them all. How would you react if your date showed up via bicycle? What if he/she showed up with a bicycle built for two and a spare helmet? I'd say to myself "now that's someone who has a lot of respect for our environment" Oh and don't forget the honking bike horn, that's essential.
carhill Posted October 31, 2008 Posted October 31, 2008 OP, as long as you're not surprising your lady and she perhaps had different "plans", I don't see any issues with sharing a passion of yours with her. The ability to share such things is an essential part of compatibility IMO. I used to ride a fair amount when younger and rode in centuries and hill climbs and found there were a goodly amount of women in our cycling club who were right there with me or left me in the dust Sadly, all were married. Most rode with their husbands. So, that says something for your obsession Stay safe!
SoulSearch_CO Posted October 31, 2008 Posted October 31, 2008 I'd say it really depends on the area you live. Being in a health-nut area like I am, it's considered "sexy" and the person must be in really good shape to ride it around that much. As for showing up on a bicycle for the date...uh...that depends on what the date is. But I'd like to know ahead of time so that I could dress appropriately. I wouldn't be too happy if I dressed up nice and the guy showed up on a bike. Best to let your date know ahead of time.
Author joshaz Posted October 31, 2008 Author Posted October 31, 2008 I wouldn't mind that the date showed up in a bike. But, how many bikes do you have? That would concern me more. Haha. I live in an apartment so I do have limited space. Currently I have 3 that I use often enough to have with me. And 5 more in storage in working condition. Plus lots of spare parts of course. Is that too many? I couldn't have put it better myself. Bicycles are for children. Or the French. Intellectually, there's isn't that much difference. I do often feel like a child. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzKiqk2iynY ...found there were a goodly amount of women in our cycling club who were right there with me or left me in the dust Sadly, all were married. Most rode with their husbands. Oh how true that is.
torranceshipman Posted October 31, 2008 Posted October 31, 2008 Id think it was pretty cool-oudoorsy, not into the 'got to have a flash car' mindset, environmentally conscious, probably got great legs :D:D But I agree, not cool if used to pick me up on a big date when I'm in a cute outfit-the guys gotta know when to call the cab
stefspets Posted October 31, 2008 Posted October 31, 2008 I'm in Arizona also, but in the stereotypical hot part. If a date showed up at my door with a bicycle, I would say, no thanks. I'm also not a huge fan of bike riding in general, though. If it were a nice day and we PLANNED to go for a ride (tandem or whatever) then I would be fine with it. As a surprise, absolutely not. If you find someone who loves biking as much as you this may not be an issue.
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