I have this theory. 

I am not sure if it would apply to everyone. 

But I am sure it will be understood by quite a few. 

It has always worked for me. 

Never let me down. 

It came to mind in a recent post, ‘THE WHITE T-SHIRT WINS EVERY SINGLE TIME.’ 

https://derailleur.ca/the-white-t-shirt-wins-every-single-time/ 

I have this very strong affinity and understanding of how clothes make me feel. 

How they can instantly change my frame of mind. 

Simply pulling a shirt over my head. 

How I know to dress up to stay in. 

How a night alone at home all by myself is such a better night if I am dressed up. 

Nothing crazy. 

I am not talking suit and tie. 

Just a really nice shirt, sweater, shorts, and a killer pair of socks. 

I just feel better. 

I flow. 

I do not ride wearing ‘The Kit.’ 

I get ‘shit’ all the time. 

Mainly along the lines of the types of fabric I ride in, performance slash aerodynamics. 

But you see, this is when my theory comes in. 

If dressing up at home can make for a better night, then dressing up for a ride can make for a better ride. 

Confidence. 

Confidence is a wonderful thing to keep in your back pocket. 

Nobody has to know. 

Just you. 

I love what I am wearing so much, I will take on any challenge. 

I feel great. 

I feel empowered to be my best self. 

It obliterates ‘the shit.’ 

How do I prove my theory? 

Well? 

To be honest, the ‘shit’ that is thrown my way I hear as I pass them. 

‘Single Theory’ 

Insert emoji in a lab coat here. 

‘There is another way to ride.’