When ever I run in a PDX I wear my race gear (firesuit, nomex undies, gloves, etc., etc.)and other drivers might point and laugh at my get-up, while they have short sleeve shirts and jeans on, I tell them the potential fire in the car doesn't know this is only a PDX. That usually shuts them up and sends them off looking for
a long sleeve shirt.

As for the head and neck, i want it to be my decision and not
a club mandated requirement. I will err on the side of safety, everytime.