warm feet, warm hands......

Winter commuting doesn't have to be too cold. I just snapped these up....

Toe warmers

http://www.campmor.com/outdoor/gear/Product___89532

Pearl Izumi shoe covers (I've heard you need to go two sizes up to make these fit)

http://www.campmor.com/outdoor/gear/Product___53147

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Permalink Reply by Tony Adams on January 13, 2013 at 12:44pm

Those toe warmers are some kind of disposable chemical packs? If so, that does not seem like the most eco-friendly solution to the problem of cold feet. I mean, I guess if the alternative was to commute via a car the planet may be better off. But are those the only alternatives?

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Permalink Reply by Matt M. 18.5KM on January 13, 2013 at 1:26pm

Believe me, I've tried just socks. All the reviews say that the battery powered "electric socks" under $200 are crap. I wish I didn't have to use these in order to get out in the cold, but I couldn't feel my feet on my return trip from Mount Prospect to Evanston yesterday. It's a very uncomfortable way to ride.

It never fails. Every winter that I ride my feet and hands feel like they'll freeze off. I'm going to try the toe warmers on my wool glove liners. I bet they'll be perfect, but I also think keeping them in a bag on my handlebars would probably fit the bill as well.