Huh?
iggi said:squish, shuish, squish.
yes...
Today was a typical Dutch Winter day. Or Fall day. Or Spring day. Or Summer day
It was not near as nice out as they said it was going to be, but we did ride close to 50
Today was the first day I felt the good ol' Winter challenge.
Even so, wasn't so bad. I did avoid the side-skidding cabbie, though.
I have to find a way to keep my toes warm...other than froze toes,I was fine. I had two pair of socks but I think I will try the old Plastic baggie trick.
The LFP was a little tricky in a couple spots...I only rode from North ave. beach up to Irvingpark.
Get rid of the cotton socks and get wool socks...Wool is your friend this time of year.
S.Presley said:
I have to find a way to keep my toes warm...other than froze toes,I was fine. I had two pair of socks but I think I will try the old Plastic baggie trick.
The LFP was a little tricky in a couple spots...I only rode from North ave. beach up to Irvingpark.
+1 on the wool socks, but also make sure that you have plenty of room in your shoes for the second pair of socks, if the fit is too tight you will never win the warm toe battle
Here are some tips – some expensive - on keeping your feet warm.
Rechargeable Insoles: http://www.sharperimage.com/si/view/product/Rechargeable-Heated-Ins... You can search for comparable items at less cost. I ride all winter and these are wonderful, so I do not mind the cost.
Re-usable hand/foot warmers: http://www.pristech.com/ezheat.htm Put them in a big gore-tex-type glove or under your arch. This is a more moderate cost, are re-usable and they work, but only for an hour or so.
Oversized furry slippers. Very un-cool, but they are warm AND light.
Wool is the best sock, but any moisture-management or wicking fabric will work. I use a pair of gore-tex socks as my outer layer. Expensive, but well worth it if you are out all winter. They retain heat, release perspiration and are waterproof.
Today was interesting. I had to re-learn how to ride in the snow. But Overall no problems.
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