The practicality of cycling without pants, or in minimal clothing, depends on several factors, including the type of cycling (recreational, competitive, long-distance), environmental conditions (weather, temperature), and personal comfort levels. Safety is a primary concern; cyclists must be visible to other road users and protected from the elements and potential abrasions in case of a fall.
A Rider Needs No Pants: Redefining Freedom, Gear, and the Open Road a rider needs no pants new
What makes the "new" version different? Vintage riding advice suggested you simply remove your pants (going commando under shorts). The new philosophy is more sophisticated. It argues that if your gear is designed correctly, you don't need the structural layer of "pants" at all. The practicality of cycling without pants, or in