I don’t know how old you are, but if you haven’t even hit 30 yet, I wouldn’t care about what your friends say. That is to say, if you skip out on something you want to do because of their opinions and there’s no guarantee they’ll stick around as friends in the long run anyway, you might regret not doing it in the long run.
I did the philly ride a few years back, I assume others are largely similar
I did go with a couple friends, that was mostly nice for having someone to hang out with during the pre-ride activities
For the actual ride itself, we tried to stay more-or-less together, but often found ourselves drifting apart in the crowd. Mostly you’re just kind of focused on riding and enjoying the vibes, waving to crowds, trying not to crash into the rest of your fellow bikers as you ride in a probably slower and more crowded pack than you ever have before.
Also, depending on how big and weird your circle of friends is, you might be surprised at how many people are potentially open to trying things like this out. It’s not a majority by a longshot, but I’ve gotten a lot more bites than I would have thought just kind of mentioning it to friends and asking if they might want to go.
I totally hear you on that. Not sure I agree, but I hear you. There’s a month to go, so maybe one of your friends will change their mind or you make new friends that are going or willing to go with you!
nor a body that lends itself to being exposed in public.
It’s not a fashion show or a best body competition.
A part of the point of the event is body acceptance and societal normalizing that we all have bodies and there is nothing inherently wrong with how they look.
They didn’t speak of anyone’s attractiveness. They just said they don’t have a body that lends itself to the notion. That could be a self-confidence issue or it could be a fitness issue. Let’s not be so quick to judge. Especially when all people could need is a bit of support and encouragement.
I want participate but all my friends seem to think it would be terrible.
Your friends will actually be very curious if you do it.
Just do it. See it as a test of your inner strength. This is something i wouldnt dare to do myself, but that means i respect people who do!
I don’t know how old you are, but if you haven’t even hit 30 yet, I wouldn’t care about what your friends say. That is to say, if you skip out on something you want to do because of their opinions and there’s no guarantee they’ll stick around as friends in the long run anyway, you might regret not doing it in the long run.
It’s less caring about their judgment and more wanting a crew to roll with. I don’t think I’ll enjoy going alone.
Fair point.
Do it. Remember that you’re free to wear as much or as little as you like. And if you’re finding it shit, just turn your bike around and go home.
I don’t want to go alone is the main thing. Doesn’t seem as fun. But I haven’t found anyone to go with either.
I did the philly ride a few years back, I assume others are largely similar
I did go with a couple friends, that was mostly nice for having someone to hang out with during the pre-ride activities
For the actual ride itself, we tried to stay more-or-less together, but often found ourselves drifting apart in the crowd. Mostly you’re just kind of focused on riding and enjoying the vibes, waving to crowds, trying not to crash into the rest of your fellow bikers as you ride in a probably slower and more crowded pack than you ever have before.
Also, depending on how big and weird your circle of friends is, you might be surprised at how many people are potentially open to trying things like this out. It’s not a majority by a longshot, but I’ve gotten a lot more bites than I would have thought just kind of mentioning it to friends and asking if they might want to go.
I totally hear you on that. Not sure I agree, but I hear you. There’s a month to go, so maybe one of your friends will change their mind or you make new friends that are going or willing to go with you!
I’d offer to go but I possess neither a bike nor a body that lends itself to being exposed in public.
Nudist events are more about people being comfortable with their body than a line up of models.
It’s not a fashion show or a best body competition.
A part of the point of the event is body acceptance and societal normalizing that we all have bodies and there is nothing inherently wrong with how they look.
I think you’re missing the point of the thing with the second half.
They didn’t speak of anyone’s attractiveness. They just said they don’t have a body that lends itself to the notion. That could be a self-confidence issue or it could be a fitness issue. Let’s not be so quick to judge. Especially when all people could need is a bit of support and encouragement.
My friends went without me to the Portland naked bike ride because I was nervous and I regret missing out on the experience to this day.
they loved it.