Quote Originally Posted by Troy View Post
I have to say the reaction I have received is far better than I expected. I travel to the city by train from Merrylands station and have done so kilted on more than one occasion without any rude comments or threats of violence. In and around the centre of Sydney I have thus far received nothing but kind, humourous or curious comments.

Having said that, though, both of my kilts are tartan, and are therefore more readily identifiable as 'kilts' rather than 'skirts' by the general populace. Also, I'm a fairly big guy with a 'law enforcement' type bearing, so I generally wouldn't get picked on as much as some others would.
Unfortunately, I don't have that advantage as I'm 5'9" and only 12st (168lb). I had hoped to have it in time for Australia Day in the city as that would be an ideal time to 'be differernt', but that didn't happen.

I'd be travelling from Sutherland to North Sydney, so small wonder I've never seen you (plus the fact of Sydney's size...).

Just remember (and most of the others on this forum will back me up on this) wear your kilt with pride and act as if it is the most natural thing to do (which, of course, it is). The air of confidence that you exude will be apparent to those around you, and most of the negative or abusive comments you receive will most likely to be from ignorant 'bogans' or 'doof-doofs' screaming past in cars. Becasue of their own inadequacies, those sorts will always single out those who look different, and they are not worth getting upset about.
It's not the general public I'm wary of. It's people who already know me. And generally it's those who know me most that I'm most wary of. I've already got An Event with some friends in a few weeks that I intend to be kilted at; most of them will not have seen my kilted before then.

Several people have suggested a tartan kilt would be an idea for better recognition. I'm thinking so. The trick is affording it.

Welcome once again to the world of kilting and I hope to catch up with you in Sydney some time.
Definitely.

Wade.