Originally Posted by Coyote!
>>> cold dark landscape outside my window. . .medications
That cold in Eretz Yisrael? Man, this climate change must be for real! What's next, glaciers in Ein Gedi?
Seriously, it's all about mixing up biking with other outdoor stuff. Hitting that cold blast at bike speed day after day can be a drag in spite of the fact it's the best time of day. Also, make sure you have the right cold-weather gear, especially for all 21 extremities. . .and head/face. The medication of choice is coffee: black as night, hot as hell. Finally, it's all about having a good time so forget about beating yourself up over it. . .go later.
Call me spoiled - it's a real hurdle for me to get out on a dark cold morning (about 40 F) - cold seems to penetrate here more than other places I've been at colder temps (no explanation).
Originally Posted by Coyote!
The perverse thing is that after 5-10 minutes in the saddle, you're toasty warm no matter how early.[/SIZE][/FONT]
That's why I kick myself.