What do you wear to work?

[EP_scoot]

OK, I am trying to figure out what the best way to go to the office will be.
I have to wear dress slacks, necktie, dress shirt, dress shoes, etc.
There are no changing facilities (other than the bathrooms).

I can just wear the jacket over my shirt and place the dog leash (aka necktie) on the case.
I can wear boots and leave a pair of shoes at the office to change into.
I don't have a problem with helmet hair.

But what do I do about the pants? If I crash, the protection of the slacks will be equivalent to toilet paper, so I am a bit concerned.

Any suggestions? What do you guys/gals that have to be in business dress code do?

Thanks . . . again and again.

[coopdway]

EP,
Though I don't commute on two wheels very often due to my long and very early trip, when I do, I wear my full gear. That includes my armored riding jacket and pants. I've also got the luxury of adequate luggage space, so I take my shoes along. The clothing is one thing, providing for my laptop is always the biggest challenge.

I haven't scootered to work yet, but imagine I'll be doing the very same thing when I do. Not only will I be more prepared for those Phenomenal Avoidances, I'll always be ready for inclement weather as well. Doug

[jetboy]

There is a nmber of different styles of overpants available. Check out the different options (mesh or jeans for hot weather, etc.) at places like: www.newenough.com

I'll be wearing my Tourmaster DSX armored jeans and changing into dress pants at work over the summer, and their Quest overpants during the colder weather this winter.

-jetboy

[JNV]

I commute frequently. I wear a jacket about 90% of the time. I will use my riding pants when the weather is not very good. My riding pants are adustable at the waist and I bought them one size larger so I can put them on over my regular pants comfortably. The legs on my riding pants can unzip all the way up so you can put them on with your boots / shoes on and then fix your pants before you completely zip the legs down shut. It is a Cortech brand but other brands should have overpants like this as well.
For whatever it is worth; I love to commute on my scooter even though it takes some planning to do so.

[Dibber]

Years ago when I lived in Minneapolis and one of my co-workers and I had the same problem. What we did is went to Kaplan Brothers (not so sure they are still around) and we bought a very large pair of white colored coveralls. They worked great. White sticks out well and you can slip them over all the riding gear you own or your office attire. We hung them up with our coats and went to work.

[gt1000]

What jetboy said. Lots of overpants out there and you'll want to look for some that are weatherproof and armored if you want full protection. Some companies, like Olympia, offer pant sets that come in layers. The outer layer is a mesh armored layer that can be worn alone in warm, dry weather. The inner layer is waterproof and insulated for cold and wet. Not cheap, but all you need. And you are correct about normal pants, whether they're jeans or not. They'll shred within a foot or two once you start sliding.

I'm in the academic world so my normal work clothes are business casual. I keep a couple pair of shoes in my office as well as a change of clothes, just in case. Wearing good shoes won't do your feet any good in a crash and the normal wear and tear of riding will really mess up your shoes.