For the modern cyclist or motorcyclist, this is the ultimate (and dangerous) expression of "The Wind."
Before we strip down the argument, we must acknowledge why equestrians are obsessed with pants. Riding breeches are not fashion statements; they are technical gear.
Here is the secret that grand prix trainers whisper to their advanced students:
“Probably,” Leo agreed. “Now get on your knees.”
And pants? Pants were optional.
As Thunder galloped through the reeds, the local fauna—mostly horseflies with an appetite for pale, aristocratic skin—realized that a buffet had been delivered directly to their doorstep. Barnaby’s "oneness with the horse" quickly shifted to "aggressive slapping of his own thighs."
Riding without them suggests that to truly master a craft or a journey, you must shed your defenses and be willing to look a little ridiculous to those standing still. 3. The "Zen of the Open Road"
For the urban commuter who wants maximum airflow and maximum style. The "Invisible" Pant: