Not Asking for It

The other day I was biking to work when this happened:

I wouldn’t think anything of it if it happened once. But I’ve noticed my attire seems to prompt certain responses in other road users.

How do I know it’s not just an off day? Because I have the ability to change clothes.

Some days I’m this cyclist:

And later that same evening I might be this cyclist:

I’m called out on my appearance daily as I go about my business on public streets without the cover of a car.

Even “ordinary” attire has drawbacks.

It’s no surprise that most days I find myself dressing to get the reaction I want when I bike. Or at least the most benign reaction.

But no matter what I’m wearing it’s still just me: complex, multi-dimensional, and in awesome shape.