A couple of years ago, on a Reddit thread, a user asked if the postmen's choice of attire was a rule they had to abide by or a 'silly' ritual that’s been passed down through time.
They wrote “Postmen/women of the UK, why do you wear shorts all year round no matter the weather?”
“Is it a rule or a silly tradition?”
Some suggest that shorts are favored for their comfort, regardless of the weather, and because they dry more quickly, especially during rainy conditions.
My postie told me it’s easier to dry legs when it rains than stay in wet trousers
Someone added: Because wearing shorts is far more comfy then trousers when walking around and getting in and out of a van constantly. Plus it keeps you cool and you get a nice breeze up the leg as well lol. Not a postman just an all year round shorts wearer no matter the weather.
On Reddit, a user shared that their best mate, who is a postie, wears shorts consistently for these practical reasons.
One person stated that the main reason for wearing shorts is simply to cope with the heat during the job
My ex postie Bob was always wearing shorts! He works very hard and has a good repor with all the people he delivers to! Such a shame southend changed his round! I miss him asking how I'm doing,he encourage me when I had cancer! He was always asking after me when my partner opened the door! I know a few other post workers who work very hard,it's not a 7am to midday job!, Some one said
Another says.I'm a postie it's easier to walk around in. You're walking 10 miles a day the last thing that's going to be cold is your legs. You're walking on them all day. Not exactly a big deal or rocket science is it?
On the other hand, some have suggested that wearing shorts even in freezing temperatures is part of a postmen's competition to see who can endure the longest in winter without switching to longer trousers.
Another explained: It is for comfort to a point but once it gets below a certain temperature, it's just a bit of bravado and seeing who can last the longest without covering up
I'm a postie it's easier to walk around in. You're walking 10 miles a day the last thing that's going to be cold is your legs. You're walking on them all day. Not exactly a big deal or rocket science is it? Another write.
The secret behind postmen wearing shorts all year round, no matter the weather, still remains a mystery. However, you may have noticed a recent change in the appearance of your local postman.
For instance, Royal Mail conducted a trial of a new uniform for its staff, which includes both full-length trousers and shorts, as well as tops, gilets, jackets, and headwear
The new uniform was designed through consultations with posties across the UK. The changes were made to adapt to the job requirements, with a shift towards more parcel deliveries.
