Icon134 0 #1 November 1, 2007 So it is getting increasingly cooler as winter appears to be quickly approaching... but I'm determined to continue biking to the office as long as humanly possible. Any thoughts on how to keep warm as the temperatures drop?Livin' on the Edge... sleeping with my rigger's wife... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #2 November 1, 2007 thermals and peddal faster You are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 6 #3 November 1, 2007 Ride up & down the isle of the BUS! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
selbbub78 0 #4 November 1, 2007 I usually wear a pair of liners for gloves, if it gets chiller put on some thinner fleece gloves. Fleece tops work, and if it get REALLY cold, i'm sure polypro would be fine. How cold are you talking? It's in the 40s here for the most part, so i haven't had to go to the polypro yet. Wear a hat on your head as well. You should be fine! CReW SKies, bubbles "Women fake orgasms - men fake whole relationships" – Sharon Stone "The world is my dropzone" (wise crewdog quote) "The light dims, until full darkness pierces into the world."-KDM Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Remster 24 #5 November 1, 2007 What is this cold thing you people keep on mentioning? They key, IMO, is breatheable windstoper. Goretex like fabric arent breatheble enough for me when doing areobic activities. I just got one of thosehttp://www.coloradocyclist.com/product/item/DESXKTNF, and I think I'll like it, if our temps ever fall below the 80s! Otherwise, its a couple of thin termal layers and a nylon vest. Remster Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladydyver 0 #6 November 1, 2007 I don't really ride but it gets cold up here for jumping so I wear under armor. They have hot weather/cold weather clothing .......the hot weather stuff I wear when we go diving because you can hand wash it and it will dry out over night. Can be found at most sporting stores.DPH # 2 "I am not sure what you are suppose to do with that, but I don't think it is suppose to flop around like that." ~Skootz~ I have a strong regard for the rules.......doc! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davedlg 0 #7 November 1, 2007 QuoteThey key, IMO, is breatheable windstoper. Goretex like fabric arent breatheble enough for me when doing areobic activities. I just got one of thosehttp://www.coloradocyclist.com/product/item/DESXKTNF, and I think I'll like it, if our temps ever fall below the 80s! Quote ^^ What he said. Gore Windstopper is amazing stuff. I have a great pair of cycling gloves that is gorewindstopper and leather. There are also some low-bulk tops and pants that you can get...they keep you warm but don't add a lot of drag for cycling. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Stumpy 256 #8 November 1, 2007 Core temperatures first, so a thermal layers and a good shell layer. Extremities - you can get thermal head covers to fit under your helmet, buffs are your friend as well. Shoe covers to keep your toes warm, windstopper gloves. Do not neglect your knees - below 10 degrees C i am wearing tights or knee warmers as well as arm warmers. Below freezing i'm wearing everything!Never try to eat more than you can lift Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites payback462 0 #9 November 1, 2007 head: a poly-pro type hat that covers the ears (i like the pearl izumi stuff) and maybe a balaclava if for below 35. jacket: below 45-50 deg i go with a softshell jacket with a thin fleece lining in it and anywhere from a thin under layer to a thick one if its below 20. i like softshells because theyre way cheaper then cycling stuff, theyre super flexible temp wise (esp with pit zips), you can take a spill in them and not rip them apart, and you dont look like a tool wearing them off the bike. bottoms: i really like the pearl izumi amfib tights (although id go for the bibs next time, no question.) theyre expensive, but theyre worth it. and if its really gross, windy, insanely cold out i like to put a pair of 5.11 cargo pants w/kneepad inserts on, to keep extra warm/dry i almost fucked my knees up last year by pushing too big of gears with not enough insulation, so now i make sure my knees are WARM! watever you do dont get a pair of tights/bibs with a chamois, that way you can wear the shorts you already have and only have to buy one pair. shoes, socks: i have a few pairs of cycling shoes and honestly my sidis are the warmest most water resistant ones i own. i bought one pair of shoe covers and took them back the next day, not my thing. socks WOOL no question, a sealskinz over sock below 30deg gloves: BRING 2 PAIR, nothings worse the riding home in a wet pair of gloves. ow i have a few random pairs and a pair of the big fat peal izumi ones and remember BRING 2 PAIR also full fenders on the bike will make everything a lot more doable/easy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Broke 0 #10 November 2, 2007 Layers my friend. A nice base layer that will wick moisture away from your skin quickly. A good insulating layer. Then a waterproof yet breathable layer. All of which you can use for winter jumping Divot your source for all things Hillbilly. Anvil Brother 84 SCR 14192 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Icon134 0 #11 November 2, 2007 Thanks everyone... the big think I'm having problems with is my head... everything else I can manage to keep warm...Livin' on the Edge... sleeping with my rigger's wife... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites CSpenceFLY 1 #12 November 2, 2007 Work from home and get one of those stands for your bike. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Icon134 0 #13 November 2, 2007 Quote Work from home and get one of those stands for your bike. that's a great idea... oh wait... I don't have that option... Livin' on the Edge... sleeping with my rigger's wife... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Para_Frog 1 #14 November 2, 2007 What Broke said. Layers. Balaclava. And wind booties are a must. My cutoff is 10 degrees. If it's 11, I ride. It gets friggin cold here.- Harvey, BASE 1232 TAN-I, IAD-I, S&TA BLiNC Magazine Team Member Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites JackC 0 #15 November 2, 2007 QuoteWork from home and get one of those stands for your bike. Are those things any good? I need an alternative to road riding. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites CSpenceFLY 1 #16 November 2, 2007 Have you ever seen me? How would I know? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites JackC 0 #17 November 2, 2007 This isn't you is it? Nah, can't be. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites CSpenceFLY 1 #18 November 2, 2007 No but I think I know that guy. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites DrewEckhardt 0 #19 November 2, 2007 QuoteSo it is getting increasingly cooler as winter appears to be quickly approaching... but I'm determined to continue biking to the office as long as humanly possible. Any thoughts on how to keep warm as the temperatures drop? Ride harder. That'll keep you warm. When that fails add an ear warmer, gloves, and windproof shell like you'd use for skiing. Add wind-proof pants when it gets colder. If it gets snowy add cycling booties, face mask, and ski goggles. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ryoder 1,384 #20 November 2, 2007 Quote Ride harder. That'll keep you warm. Best solution I found is to draft behind an attractive, spandex-clad member of the opposite sex."There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites SSHusky 0 #21 November 2, 2007 Quote Best solution I found is to draft behind an attractive, spandex-clad member of the opposite sex. ~clears throat and gives the evil eyes! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ryoder 1,384 #22 November 2, 2007 Quote Quote Best solution I found is to draft behind an attractive, spandex-clad member of the opposite sex. ~clears throat and gives the evil eyes! Rather than giving me the evil eye, you had best keep your eyes on the road ahead, since you know I'm not watching where we're going."There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Remster 24 #23 November 2, 2007 Quote Quote Ride harder. That'll keep you warm. Best solution I found is to draft behind an attractive, spandex-clad member of the opposite sex. Recent discussion I had with a coworker/rider of the opposite sex: her - Men always get all pissed off when a woman pass them me - Not me her - oh no? me - yeah.. the view is much better from back there anyways! Remster Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ryoder 1,384 #24 November 2, 2007 Quote Recent discussion I had with a coworker/rider of the opposite sex: her - Men always get all pissed off when a woman pass them me - Not me her - oh no? me - yeah.. the view is much better from back there anyways! Well, I wouldn't mind them passing me so much if they would stay at a speed where I could pace them. The annoying part part is when they pass me and I only get to enjoy the view briefly until they leave me behind. Like a couple days ago when I passed a little babe on the downhill, then she rudely left me behind on the next uphill."There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Remster 24 #25 November 2, 2007 Thats double the incentive to try and draft her wheel! Remster Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0 Go To Topic Listing
Stumpy 256 #8 November 1, 2007 Core temperatures first, so a thermal layers and a good shell layer. Extremities - you can get thermal head covers to fit under your helmet, buffs are your friend as well. Shoe covers to keep your toes warm, windstopper gloves. Do not neglect your knees - below 10 degrees C i am wearing tights or knee warmers as well as arm warmers. Below freezing i'm wearing everything!Never try to eat more than you can lift Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
payback462 0 #9 November 1, 2007 head: a poly-pro type hat that covers the ears (i like the pearl izumi stuff) and maybe a balaclava if for below 35. jacket: below 45-50 deg i go with a softshell jacket with a thin fleece lining in it and anywhere from a thin under layer to a thick one if its below 20. i like softshells because theyre way cheaper then cycling stuff, theyre super flexible temp wise (esp with pit zips), you can take a spill in them and not rip them apart, and you dont look like a tool wearing them off the bike. bottoms: i really like the pearl izumi amfib tights (although id go for the bibs next time, no question.) theyre expensive, but theyre worth it. and if its really gross, windy, insanely cold out i like to put a pair of 5.11 cargo pants w/kneepad inserts on, to keep extra warm/dry i almost fucked my knees up last year by pushing too big of gears with not enough insulation, so now i make sure my knees are WARM! watever you do dont get a pair of tights/bibs with a chamois, that way you can wear the shorts you already have and only have to buy one pair. shoes, socks: i have a few pairs of cycling shoes and honestly my sidis are the warmest most water resistant ones i own. i bought one pair of shoe covers and took them back the next day, not my thing. socks WOOL no question, a sealskinz over sock below 30deg gloves: BRING 2 PAIR, nothings worse the riding home in a wet pair of gloves. ow i have a few random pairs and a pair of the big fat peal izumi ones and remember BRING 2 PAIR also full fenders on the bike will make everything a lot more doable/easy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Broke 0 #10 November 2, 2007 Layers my friend. A nice base layer that will wick moisture away from your skin quickly. A good insulating layer. Then a waterproof yet breathable layer. All of which you can use for winter jumping Divot your source for all things Hillbilly. Anvil Brother 84 SCR 14192 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Icon134 0 #11 November 2, 2007 Thanks everyone... the big think I'm having problems with is my head... everything else I can manage to keep warm...Livin' on the Edge... sleeping with my rigger's wife... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CSpenceFLY 1 #12 November 2, 2007 Work from home and get one of those stands for your bike. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Icon134 0 #13 November 2, 2007 Quote Work from home and get one of those stands for your bike. that's a great idea... oh wait... I don't have that option... Livin' on the Edge... sleeping with my rigger's wife... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Para_Frog 1 #14 November 2, 2007 What Broke said. Layers. Balaclava. And wind booties are a must. My cutoff is 10 degrees. If it's 11, I ride. It gets friggin cold here.- Harvey, BASE 1232 TAN-I, IAD-I, S&TA BLiNC Magazine Team Member Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JackC 0 #15 November 2, 2007 QuoteWork from home and get one of those stands for your bike. Are those things any good? I need an alternative to road riding. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CSpenceFLY 1 #16 November 2, 2007 Have you ever seen me? How would I know? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JackC 0 #17 November 2, 2007 This isn't you is it? Nah, can't be. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CSpenceFLY 1 #18 November 2, 2007 No but I think I know that guy. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DrewEckhardt 0 #19 November 2, 2007 QuoteSo it is getting increasingly cooler as winter appears to be quickly approaching... but I'm determined to continue biking to the office as long as humanly possible. Any thoughts on how to keep warm as the temperatures drop? Ride harder. That'll keep you warm. When that fails add an ear warmer, gloves, and windproof shell like you'd use for skiing. Add wind-proof pants when it gets colder. If it gets snowy add cycling booties, face mask, and ski goggles. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryoder 1,384 #20 November 2, 2007 Quote Ride harder. That'll keep you warm. Best solution I found is to draft behind an attractive, spandex-clad member of the opposite sex."There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SSHusky 0 #21 November 2, 2007 Quote Best solution I found is to draft behind an attractive, spandex-clad member of the opposite sex. ~clears throat and gives the evil eyes! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryoder 1,384 #22 November 2, 2007 Quote Quote Best solution I found is to draft behind an attractive, spandex-clad member of the opposite sex. ~clears throat and gives the evil eyes! Rather than giving me the evil eye, you had best keep your eyes on the road ahead, since you know I'm not watching where we're going."There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Remster 24 #23 November 2, 2007 Quote Quote Ride harder. That'll keep you warm. Best solution I found is to draft behind an attractive, spandex-clad member of the opposite sex. Recent discussion I had with a coworker/rider of the opposite sex: her - Men always get all pissed off when a woman pass them me - Not me her - oh no? me - yeah.. the view is much better from back there anyways! Remster Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryoder 1,384 #24 November 2, 2007 Quote Recent discussion I had with a coworker/rider of the opposite sex: her - Men always get all pissed off when a woman pass them me - Not me her - oh no? me - yeah.. the view is much better from back there anyways! Well, I wouldn't mind them passing me so much if they would stay at a speed where I could pace them. The annoying part part is when they pass me and I only get to enjoy the view briefly until they leave me behind. Like a couple days ago when I passed a little babe on the downhill, then she rudely left me behind on the next uphill."There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Remster 24 #25 November 2, 2007 Thats double the incentive to try and draft her wheel! Remster Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
