I'm a commuter biker along the LFP. I flaked out last winter but I'm mentally and physically preparing myself to try it this winter. I've had problems in the past with sand drifts along the path and I know ice and slick areas will be a problem going forward. Between Oak Street and Grand avenue the path was unplowed last winter, making it unpassable for a standard bike. Granted, I always have the option of getting off the path and riding along the streets but this has risks as well. Last week, I had to get off the path and ride surface streets to work. Overall, it wasn't that bad but riding over the LaSalle Street, metal grated bridge was no fun.

I remember seeing a Surly bike displayed in the window at Johnny Sprockets on Bryn Mawr a few months ago. A very impressive and expensive bike, the Hummer of bicycles. This bike will get you through just about anything and give you a good workout for your efforts. I found this link: http://fat-bike.com/. On the right hand side of the home page is a list of Fat bike manufacturers. Now the Surly Moonlander will set you back around $2300.00. This is a steel frame, yet surprisingly light weight bike as I recall. 38 Frameworks, a U.S. based company is selling what they claim is the first all carbon frame Fat bike. I can't find the prices but I imagine it sells for probably a little less than a distressed McMansion.

Anybody have any experience with Fat Bikes?