Hey everyone. I'm looking for tips commuting tips and dealing with clothing, sweat, hair stuff like that (all seasons, I guess rain and heat in particular). I remember reading a good article a about it a while ago but can't find it, so if anyone has any articles/blogs to recommend that would be great too. Thanks (this is actually for a friend so I might not have all the specifics)

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Also BFF Bikes is having a Fall and Winter Biking Clinic on Thursday, if you are interested in riding in Fall and Winter:

http://www.meetup.com/Illinois-Women-Cyclists/events/209559522/

Thanks for the info. I'm sharing this with Women Bike Chicago.

Ifi Susana said:

Also BFF Bikes is having a Fall and Winter Biking Clinic on Thursday, if you are interested in riding in Fall and Winter:

http://www.meetup.com/Illinois-Women-Cyclists/events/209559522/

Please feel free to chime in. I'm adding a few things I've done for bike commutes.

Clothing - Unless it is freezing out, dress for a ride so that you are not entirely warm because once you start pedaling, you will warm up. Layering is also a good idea so that if you do start to get too warm, you can remove a layer. 

Sweat - Use panniers with a rack instead of a backpack to help keep your back less sweaty. Don't push for a hard effort on your way to work unless there are showers you can use. If you do get sweaty after a ride, there are shower wipes you can use to wipe off.

Change of clothing - I prefer to pack my outfit in panniers using Eagle Creek containers (they breath and keep my clothing organized). Once I get to work, I completely change out of what I rode to work in. This was helpful when I did a 9-10 mile commute to work (one way).

For rain, I really like Showers Pass jackets and they also make pants. It keeps you super dry and I've used it to help block the wind when the wind is chilly. Just be careful about getting a bit hot when you ride because it is not breathable so that it will keep you dry.

Good tips. In addition, once you get to work, using a damp paper towel, followed by a dry paper towel and baby powder (and/or fresh deodorant) can help with heat and stink if you don't have access to a shower.

My commutes have been on the long side since I moved back here (11-15 miles), so a sweat-free trip really isn't an option for me. I've successfully used the paper towel and baby powder trick many times, including some very hot days.

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