Quote Originally Posted by Archangel
... kilted just close your eyes and imagine a giant claymore strapped to your back. (just to stop the soldier boys, I mean the sharp kind, the other kind are not relaxing to have on your back.) Most people will see you with that image too.
Archangel, I heartily endorse that approach. I have found that if I keep in mind that I am doing something that most people are too timid to do, even though we are only talking about wearing an article of clothing, that my confidence never wavers. Will post a thread later about this weekend's "harrowing" (not!) everyday activities wearing the kilt.

RJI