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chipcom
01-22-06, 04:46 PM
Yup,That's me.Got a job and a bike.And a mortgage,three kids to feed,a couple of cats,a truck,a car.Who the hell has money for space age clothing?

You don't need space age clothing. Most of my wool has come from the thrift store for less than $5 a pop, my poly stuff comes from Target and even my cycling jacket was only $50 from J&G.

MudSplattered
01-22-06, 09:06 PM
9 degrees today, add wind chill to that and it's a bit nippy out :eek:

However, I was nice and warm, thanks to my gear:
Just purchased a new jacket/shell from REI - Switchback. It is waterproof, wind proof and breathable. On sale, $120 off the original price!! WooHoo. I paid under $70 bucks, couldn't pass it up, but it's just the shell. That was my upper most layer. Had my Sporthill 3SP softshell under that, Mountain Hardwear shirt long sleeve shirt under that, then longsleeve tech shirt under that. May sound like a lot of layers but my upper body tends to get cold.

Lower body: Sporthill XC pants (sporthill is awesome stuff), long underwear, cycling short (like the padding). 1 pair wool socks and hiking boots.

Pogies/CliMitts kept my hands toasty, light Novara winter cycling gloves.
Mt. Hardwear balaclava - Had to cut air holes in it at the mouth, I just can't get enough air in otherwise and really don't want to pass out somewhere... :D Anyone else have that problem??

Last but not least - HELMET

With respect to the post up above about expensive space age clothing, This is the whole extent of my stuff. While I have some great brands, I got a lot of it off Ebay and never pay full price. There is no Target stores, just Walmart in this state and my little Walmart doesn't carry much appropriate gear, especially for women. I've never seen any polypro anything there.
Michelle

cyclezealot
01-22-06, 09:13 PM
On the coldest day this month, started before light. Well, it must have been below freezing because I saw frost on the back end of cars. ( Needed good light to look out for black ice.) Wore fleece lined bike tights, UnderArmour tee shirt.glove liner and winter gloves. Thermal lined bike underwear. I was pretty comfortable. Except could have used a backlava.
BUt, I think the most helpful was lycra shoe covers.

Bekologist
01-24-06, 05:29 PM
Conditions in Seattle today: upper 40's, sunny at noon. Two hour bike ride. Cranking it fast on the road bike.

Wore: Windstopper beanie, helmet.

Torso:wool bike shorts, wool t shirt, wool jersey, safety vest.

Extremities: wool ankle socks. no shoe covers. crochet fingerless gloves.

comments:

Felt just like summer! comfy, still wearing the wool tshirt. (this morning, cooler and foggy, I had a wool sweater on instead of the jersey, and cotton trousers for some downtown riding/errands before the noon ride.)

Caspar_s
01-26-06, 04:20 PM
Burlington, Ontario

-10C / 14F

Work pants, work t-shirt, fleece, jacket, leather gloves, wool tuque.

Forgot to check the temperature or I would have added my camo pants over my work pants. My legs were cold so I rode faster than I normally would, but not cold enough to go numb or anything.

When it gets below -20C / -4F I put on wind pants that have a cloth interior. I think I wore my fleece balaclava once last year - my wind pants once or twice. I think the main reason is my commute is only 5km 3 miles.

One trick I learned is that if your hands get cold and you're wearing gloves, take your pinky out of it's spot and curl it in your palm, and ride like that - a minute or two and your hands will be warm again.

Riding in winter on the cheap :-) Under armor? cycling tights? My jacket was given to me and is a Weathertec classic - probably Marks Work Warehouse? Not expensive anyway. Wear it in the rain and I don't get wet, although it gains a couple of pounds...

fruitless
01-26-06, 04:59 PM
You don't need space age clothing.

I agree, dressing like a bag lady probably works dandy in north east ohio
:p

vrkelley
01-26-06, 10:57 PM
Head: Black vinyl waterproof liner + custom wool ski cap (both inside helmet),
Hands: Cross country ski gloves
Torso: Marmot ATV softshell, medium wt wool sweater, sport top
Legs: Col' lizard fleece leggings
Feet: Ultimax Wool socks, Gaerne Winter boot

Conditions: 41F misty, wet roads. TL Distance 9mi.
Comments: Rain pants would have been a good idea esp if the commute was longer.

eric von zipper
01-27-06, 09:09 AM
Thought I'd share. The last two mornings have been the coldest it's been here in a long time: 25ish F. My commute is a little over 10 miles round trip.

Head: light weight Prana beanie/hat under my helmet. similar to this one:http://gallery.rei.com/media/708403_321Prd.jpg
Hot buttered sunglasses

Hands:Trek gloves http://www.wheel2wheel4bikes.com/smsimg/1/145TrekAnatomyglove.gif

Torso:short sleeve shirt like this: http://www.shoebuy.com/pi/newba/newba121327_lg.jpg
long sleeve/mid-weight Cannondale cycling jersey
Calvin Klein Jacket (yes, I know what you are thinking, but this thing keeps the heat in and the wind out...it's amazing) sort of looks like this one but a little different 85% polyester, 15%nylon)
http://www.solisstyle.com/solishop/images/ckjacketIMG_04299.jpg

Legs: Jeans
Pearl Izumi Knee Warmers
http://www.performancebike.com/shop/Profile.cfm?SKU=15761&item=00-7178&slitrk=search&slisearch=true

Feet:Ankle high cotten socks
Sixsixone Launch Shoes. I love these shoes. Very walkable too.
http://www.pricepoint.com/detail/11770-285_SSOLS2-1-Clothing-133-Shoes/Mountain/2004-Sixsixone-Launch-Shoes.htm

cyclezealot
01-27-06, 09:42 AM
With the wind chill factor. IT seems my coldest parts , difficult to keep warm are my feet. THick socks don't seem to do it. I find the best solution are my Peal Izumi shoe covers. Some kind of vinyl /lycra blend. Really keep your feet warm. But, I find unclipping. They wear thin way too fast. Maybe , neopreme would last longer.

lubes17319
01-28-06, 05:05 PM
-50f & sunny today, no wind

-30 miles on rural/urban roads

*SIDI Dominators + SockGuy sox + Gore-Tex socks

*Bib shorts + Lee Jeans (38x34)

*sleeveless jersey + long-sleeved cotton DH jersey + Pearl Izumi gloves

*Hamas headband + Specialized Helmet

! Perfect get-up for today !

af895
01-28-06, 06:07 PM
+40F (about +5C)
*beautiful* sunny blue sky here in Eastern Ontario, Canada! :D

Did a quick 6km jaunt around the neighborhood wearing...

TOP
Microfiber short sleeved polo shirt.
Long sleeved, fleece pull-over ($7 @ Salvation Army - like new!)
long sleeve, lightweight cotton jacket, unzipped

BOTTOM
CK boxer-briefs
lightweight fleecy, uh, pajama pants
khaki cargo pants

FEET
"The Blaze" Defeet thermal socks
suede jungle moccassins

HEAD
Lamar Snowboarding helmet with ear flaps

Nice and toasty - a pair of very light gloves - even leather driving gloves - would've been nice but I didn't get frostbike or anything.

only15
02-02-06, 11:40 AM
I'm only fifteen and I'm a bit shy on wearing biking tights. What should I do to get over this "fear"?

gboy
02-02-06, 12:02 PM
I'm only fifteen and I'm a bit shy on wearing biking tights. What should I do to get over this "fear"?

Ignore people. I've worn my bibs and shorts to college, and really no worries. Plus, you may get some positive attention ;).

244dewayne
02-06-06, 05:33 PM
Should have rode sleeveless today as it was only 82.

vrkelley
02-14-06, 09:32 PM
+38F snowy 9.6 miles.

TOP
Pull over wool sweater
Wool zip sweater
Marmot ATV Soft Shell
Serius Ski gloves (light wt)

BOTTOM
Showers Pass rain pants

FEET
Wool socks
Garmae Winter boot

HEAD
Wool cap with ear flaps, neck gaiter

Nice ride.

kleng
05-07-06, 06:56 PM
Hi

Rode three hours in the rain (9 degrees celsius) yesterday down here in oz, its was misty as well so I had to contended with extra water from condensation when it wasn't raining as well. Here's my outfit which allows me to ride in the rain.

Jagged monsoon jacket, the best waterproof lightweight jacket money can buy.
http://www.jaggad.com/06/monsoon.htm

Ground effect daddy long leg tights with windfoil knees and calves protection, under the bib shorts.
http://www.groundeffect.co.nz/product_detail.php?style=DAD&category=LON

Seal skinz socks to keep the feet dry and warm (hate the feeling of the bulky booties), shoes get wet though
http://www.sealskinz.com/cgi-bin/psProdDet.cgi/KE551||~@c~@b|0|user|1,0,0,1|19|

Finishline pro-bike detailer is great protection for the bike, no dirt sticks, its just and easy wipe down when I get back, also don't forget to drain the tires.
http://www.finishlineusa.com/products/pro-detailer.htm

and off we go into the thunderstorm, I much prefer the rain to a home trainer.

vrkelley
10-04-06, 09:46 PM
47F fog 30 miles.

TOP
Wool zip sweater
Marmot ATV Soft Shell
Lamb skin gloves

BOTTOM
Pearl Izumi ThermaFleece tights

FEET
microfiber sock
Northwave waterproof shoe

HEAD
Wool cap, neck gaiter

Awesome fall colors. Shed the shell after first 7miles. The wool sweater did not dry while hanging in the locker...9hrs later wore it home. Mental note to self: Spread wool on a hanger rather than from a hook.

Portis
10-12-06, 09:20 AM
Well, time to make my first entry for the season. Not winter here yet but getting a small taste. This morning's ride was 42F with a brisk North wind. Road two hours over rural gravel roads, distance of about 28 miles.

It's funny how it takes awhile to acclimate to the cold. This temp was very mild but felt worse because it is eary in the season and my body is still used to the warm weather. What i wore today, i likely wouldn't wear in March at this same temp.



Today I wore:

Head:

Helmet, Ear band.

Torso

Performance Winter Cycling Jersey, Lightweight unlined nylon vest, Pearl Izumi Zephyr Jacket

Legs

Leg warmers, Cycling shorts.
Feet.

Defeet midweight Merino Wool socks. Shoes were Shimano high tops.


Hands

Midweight gloves from Walmart. (Mechanic's Gloves.)


Conditions

42 F, North wind 10-15 mph. Started out in the dark. After sunrise sky was clear. Rode 2 hours. 28 miles
Notes:
Took jacket off during ride over hills as I was heating up. When I turned back North the wind was too much for my arms, so i removed the vest and put jacket on.

Seems like i had to wear more than usual for this temp, but it is early in the season.

wheel
10-13-06, 01:04 AM
Today I wore
Head:
Helmet, cap
Torso
light seater zipped down
Legs
Shorts, long underwear, boxers
Feet.
socks
Hands
Conditions
65 F, . Started out in the dark. 6 miles

Notes:
Start watching the temps. Bring gear. I have not worn a jacket like in 5 months

noisebeam
10-13-06, 08:59 AM
Today I wore...
Head: Helmet
Torso: Alert Shirt ANSI Lime/Yellow T-Shirt
Legs: Black bike shorts
Feet: SPD Sandals, no socks
Hands: Fingerless bike gloves

Conditions: 40%RH, 63F, overcast @6:30am (pre-sunrise)
Distance: 8.5mi

Al

ryanparrish
10-13-06, 09:14 AM
Currently From the Land of Ice and Snow.

T-shirt
Long Sleeve T-shirt
Sweat Shirt
and Rain Coat
Bike Shorts
and my busted up tevas with no socks
kneww warmers would have been nice

chipcom
10-13-06, 10:37 AM
First freeze (32F) of the year...I hate em.
Distance - 13 miles

Feet - 2 pair Smartwool socks, Shimano sandals
Legs - boxer-briefs, J&G Patrol Pants
Torso - long-sleeve merino wool base layer, long-sleeve alert shirt, J&G wind jacket
Hands - Gore Windstopper full fingered gloves
Head - wool tanker's cap, my usual yellow shooting glasses with take-a-look mirror

Portis
10-13-06, 11:32 AM
Today I wore:

Head:

Helmet, Balaclava.

Torso

Performance Midweight Winter Cycling Jersey, , Pearl Izumi Zephyr Jacket

Legs

Lightweight tights. Cycling shorts.
Feet.

LIght cycling socks + heavy wool socks. Shoes were Shimano high tops.


Hands

Thinsulate coveritble mittens with lightweight fleece gloves underneath.


Conditions

35 F, No Wind. Started out in the dark. After sunrise sky was clear. Rode 1 hours. 36 minutes. 22 miles
Notes:
Heated up quickly. Midweight jersey gets warm as usual. Took jacket off 2 miles into ride and replaced it with unlined vest. Yesterday i had a hard time getting warm at first and temp was 45F. Today was ten degrees colder but I was hot early, and i only changed a few articles of clothing between yesterday and today.

No wind, balaclava, heavier gloves and heavier jersey made the difference.

Interesting that it only took approx. 6 more minutes than normal for this route when comparing with Summer. With the cold and all the gear, that was the only time difference.

urban rider
10-13-06, 02:50 PM
Yesterday it snowed! It is only the second week in October for goodness sake! I woke up at 4 am this morning worried about what I would wear. I have not ridden all week and I needed to ride. I did not turn on the local news station because they hype everything including the news. I put on the following items

Head: Polor face mask and helmet

Turleneck top and fleece jacket

Hands: gloves

legs: ski pants

feet: thick wool socks


My hands and toes got a little chilly. I will have to see what I can do about that. It was only 35 degrees outside. I have ridden in colder weather so I guess it is the transition from hot to cold weather.



Gas, the price of a can of beans

icedmocha
10-15-06, 06:36 AM
33 degrees F

Softshell
sweatshirt
white t shirt

Leg Warmers
Home made corduroy knickers

Ski gloves
bike socks
shimano clipless shoes
wool beanie (shoulda worn balaclava)

noisebeam
10-16-06, 08:59 AM
Today I wore...
Head: Helmet
Torso: Alert Shirt ANSI Lime/Yellow T-Shirt
Legs: Black bike shorts
Feet: SPD Sandals with lightweight synthetic cycling socks
Hands: Fingerless bike gloves

Conditions: 62%RH, 54F, clear @6:40am (sunrise)
Distance: 8.5mi

Al

wheel
10-19-06, 09:04 PM
A different view
Today I wore...
Head: Helmet a tube for neck and ears.
Hands gloves mismatched LOL
Torso: Zipp up sweater, shirt and Ansi 2 vest mesh.
Legs: shorts over flannal hi visibility pants
Feet: running shoes and socks


Conditions: 16%H 64F, clear 2100Hrs last night
Distance: 13mi

Notes a lot of evaporating cooling on route, windchill aprox. 58F


"NB" that is crazy,

JodieMac
10-19-06, 09:17 PM
Today I wore:
Conditions: 37 degrees, very light breeze

Head:
Under Armour cold gear head cover, adidas shirt hood, Eddie Bauer heavy sweatshirt hood, sunglasses (I was bad and didn't wear my helmet)
Torso:
Under Armour cold gear shirt, t-shirt, adidas exercise hoodie, Eddie Bauer heavy sweatshirt
Legs:
Under Armour cold gear tights, Adidas exercise capris, jean shorts
Feet:
Cotton socks, Simple Brand tennis shoes
Hands:
Wool gloves and biking gloves

I was VERY comfy except for my feet. They were chilly. I ordered some Under Armour cold gear socks today to take care of the problem. I rode 11 miles. It took a little over an hour so I wasn't busting my butt or anything!

EJ123
10-19-06, 09:47 PM
48, light breeze
abercrombie shorts
some thin underarmour thing
oakley shirt
headphone/mp3
brown leather belt
no socks and tennis shoes

what a nice day

wethepeople
10-19-06, 10:41 PM
4*C this morning, light drizzle.

I wore:
Black wife beater.
Levi 501's.
The Shadow Conspiracy hat.
Etneis Shock skate shoes, black bum socks.

Hey, I missed the bus and didnt want to be late so I just hopped onto my bike without thinking :p.

noisebeam
10-20-06, 09:56 AM
Today I wore...
Head: Helmet
Torso: Alert Shirt ANSI Lime/Yellow T-Shirt
Legs: Black cycling shorts
Feet: SPD Sandals with two pairs lightweight synthetic cycling socks
Hands: Fingerless bike gloves

Conditions: 46%RH, 49.3F, clear @6:40am (pre-sunrise)
Distance: 8.5mi

Al

legot73
10-20-06, 10:43 AM
37 degrees F, dewpoint 30, 5mph headwind

fleece earband

REI MTS zip neck base layer
nylon windbreaker w/ vents
100 weight fleece gloves

100 weight fleece pants (a little warm for today)

SmartWool hiking socks
Lake clipless shoes
Gator neoprene booties (switching to Lake winter shoes on Monday)

notes:
fingers were a little chilly, could have added SmartWool liner gloves or just used windproof gloves. Generated a lot more heat today than usual, suspect its due to sitting in a smokey bar last night, less o2 in my blood. Felt a chill on my scalp, time for a beanie or helmet cover.

here and there
10-20-06, 08:21 PM
Conditions: 54 degrees at the start before sunrise, 60 degrees an hour later when my ride ended. Light North/Northeast wind, clear as a bell and dry as a bone.

Head: Headsweats midcap, helmet.
Torso: long sleeve compression type shirt from wally mart, lime green alert shirt, illuminite vest.
Legs: compression shorts + loose shorts on top, knee warmers.
Feet: Defeet aereator wool socks, Vans sneakers.
Hands: Polypro glove liners.

Notes: I got warm fast on this ride and had I been planning on riding longer I would have brought along short-fingered gloves and my usual headsweats skullcap to change into when it got too warm. Armwarmers probably would have been a better idea than the long sleeves as well.

legot73
10-23-06, 07:13 AM
36 F, dewpoint 25, 10-20 mph headwind, 11 miles

light balaclava

REI MTS zip neck base layer
REI Mistral II jacket + reflective safety vest (Home Depot)
Manzella windproof lobster mits

100 weight fleece tights

SmartWool hiking socks
Lake MXZ301 boots

notes:
quite possibly the perfect dress for the morning. Felt a little stinging cold on the front of my skull from the helmet vents, but didn't notice it after 3+ miles. A helmet cover will be a daily item soon. Really impressed with the Lake boots and Mistral II jacket. Both breathe better than the bootie/nylon jacket combo, and were more consistently comfortable.

legot73
10-24-06, 07:47 AM
31 F, dewpoint 26, 9 mph headwind, 11 miles

light balaclava

REI MTS zip neck mid layer
REI Mistral II jacket + reflective safety vest (Home Depot)
SmartWool liner gloves + Manzella windproof lobster mits

100 weight fleece tights

SmartWool hiking socks
Lake MXZ301 boots

notes:
wore an older Bell Solar helmet today that has fewer, smaller vents. Skull didn't get the stinging cold as bad, but had milder wind conditions. Eyes are getting dry from cold wind, so ski or motorcycle goggles are on the short list.

sptsgoddess
10-24-06, 12:33 PM
47 degrees, dry and sunny
Helmet with bandanna underneath
Zip neck mid layer with a Nike dri-fit tank underneath
Tights over bike shorts and socks
Gloves, but busted out of those about halfway through the ride

DataJunkie
10-24-06, 01:25 PM
40 with 15-20 mph cross or headwinds.
Head: helmet and skull cap
Torso: Champion mid weight poly longjohn top and PI jersey.
Hands: full finger lightweight gloves
Legs: Performance tights with voler bib shorts
Feet: wool socks and cycling shoes.

Arms were slightly cool. Head and torso perfect. Legs slightly warm. Feet froze after 1 hr.

legot73
10-25-06, 07:18 AM
28 F, dewpoint 23, no wind, 11 miles

light balaclava, earband

REI MTS zip neck mid layer
REI Mistral II jacket + reflective safety vest (Home Depot)
SmartWool liner gloves + Manzella windproof lobster mits

100 weight fleece tights

SmartWool hiking socks
Lake MXZ301 boots

notes:
so far, so good.

chipcom
10-25-06, 07:28 AM
Mid 30s, light mist, NW wind around 10mph, 13 miles.

Feet: I left the sandals at home and tried out my new Answer boots today. With just a single pair of my midweight smartwool socks, my feet were plenty dry and warm. Had a bit more room to wiggle my toes compared to sandals with socks and sealskinz.

Legs: J&G Patrol Pants
Torso: polyrpo base, merino wool sweater, J&G wind jacket - pit zips open about 3/4
hands: Gore windstopper gloves
head: wool brimmed watch cap

This combo won't change much until we start getting below the mid 20s

Varroa
10-27-06, 12:50 PM
Today I wore: (2 degrees celcius, clear skies)

Head: MEC Powerdry skull cap under Gyro XC helmet
Torso: Somo Athletics 1/3 zip Coolmax longsleeved Shirt under MEC lite weight polyester shell
Legs: MEC Chamios under nylon tights and nylon shorts
Feet: Chlorofibre socks (Blue Johns) under MTB shoes and neoprene toe booties (the ones that only cover your toes)
Gloves: Polypropylene glove liners under full finger MTB gloves.

Commute: 16km/10miles each way

Toasty warm the entire trip.

noisebeam
10-27-06, 01:02 PM
Yesterday evening I wore:

Head: Helmet
Torso: Lightweight cycling jersey
Legs: Cycling shorts
Feet: SPD Sandals, no socks
Hands: Fingerless bike gloves
Face: A big smile

Conditions: 72-68F, clear, light breeze, 7-10pm (dark)
Distance: 54.6mi

(sorry folks, just had to rub it in - the weather is perfect now!)

Al

legot73
10-27-06, 02:42 PM
Its been back in the 40's here the past few days (not really winter), but I have been wearing my same gear to test the upper comfort range. Although I've been ok in the past with a base + light nylon jacket, I'm happy to say that the softshell fabric jacket hits a sweeter spot than either a windbreaker or rain jacket. I rode in 45F light rain yesterday and stayed dry from both sweat and rain. So far, my recently reported gear is equally comfortable from 26F to 46F, with minor hand and head wear adjustments

Gotta love that.

vrkelley
10-31-06, 10:54 AM
Conditions: 28F, Clear

Head: Helmet, wool cap, gaitor
Hands: Leather lambskin gloves
Torso: Thin base wool tank, duofold long sleeve, Eddie Bauer wool zip, Marmot ATV softshell
Legs: PI Thermal fleece w/pad
Feet: Gaerne winter boot and wool socks

Notes Frost on gaitor at the end of the ride. Warm on whole body even a speeds of 19mph over several miles. Hands took too long to warm up. Will add home-made vinyl liner to block helmet vents and heavier gloves.

TRACKMAN
10-31-06, 11:15 AM
morning temp 45 degrees: Currently 79 degrees, partly cloudy

ryanparrish
10-31-06, 03:49 PM
41 degrees winds WNW of 10 mph so I wore today

Performance Mt Ventoux Jersey
10k above sealevel longsleeve shirt
PI baggy shorts
Cottin Knit gloves over auclair cycling gloves

Wishes
Wind Stopping vest
Knee warmers
Better shoes
and I wish I had some socks

Portis
10-31-06, 03:58 PM
Today I wore:

Head:

Helmet, Ear band, Lightweight Balaclava

Torso

Performance Winter Cycling Jersey, Performance Gore Tex Cycling jacket later switched to Pearl Izumi Zephyr.

Legs

Nashbar Epic Cycling shorts, Foxwear Powershield tights.

Feet.

Lightweight cycling socks with heavy wool socks over the top.

Hands

New Glacier Glove Convertible glove-mittens. Lightweight glove liners underneath.


Conditions

30 F, North wind 15-20 mph. Notes:
Removed gore tex jacket about 5 miles in, too hot. Switched to Pearl Izumi. New Glacier Glove flip mitts are HOT. These gloves are going to be very nice for COLD temps.

jk__74
11-01-06, 08:06 PM
28 F, no wind, 10 miles

Helmet, Performance Bike Windproof Balaclava, sunglasses

Pearl Izumi liners and Zephyr Shell gloves

New Balance running tights, padded cycling shorts and a midweight C9 (Target) baselayer pant

Smartwool hiking socks and Merrell Reactor Multisport shoes

C9 DuoDry midweight top, Nike thermafit thin fleece pullover and Novara wind/rain proof cycling jacket

Whew! No wonder it takes me an extra 5 minutes in the morning lately ...

Notes: I knew I would be hot in the torso, but I wanted to see if the C9 top wicked. Seemed to - but I think my compression fit tops wick better. Admittedly, it might have performed better without the Nike layer above it (still trying to perfect my layering). The windproof balaclava is toasty but very warm - might need to reserve this piece for really cold days, as my skull cap and earband would've probably sufficed. Everything else was great - my hands, legs and feet were warm and dry the entire time - the Pearl Izumi glove combo rocks.

msliam
11-02-06, 07:49 AM
25F, wind 10-15 mph from the west-northwest (I go towards the northwest), partly cloudy. A couple odd snowflakes. I wore:

Marmot fleece mid-layer jacket and a thin wool sweater over a capilene undershirt. I think I would have been better off without the sweater, it seemed to be holding sweat. I really need to get an actual windbreaker.

Jeans. Next time I'm wearing capilene longies.

Knee-high socks and boots - fine.

I lost my usual gloves and pulled out these thick cross-country skiing gloves - they were overkill.

Thin cotton hat, helmet, scarf.

noisebeam
11-02-06, 07:51 AM
Today I wore...
Head: Helmet
Torso: Alert Shirt ANSI Lime/Yellow T-Shirt
Legs: Black bike shorts
Feet: SPD Sandals with smartwool cycling socks
Hands: Fingerless bike gloves

Conditions: 50%RH, 46F, clear @6:30am (pre-sunrise)
Distance: 8.5mi

Al

dmac
11-02-06, 09:10 AM
29F, little to no wind, 5 mile

Head:Old Navy Cap under helmet
Torso: Cotton sleeveless shirt, Canari Vortex Winter Jersey, Nashbar Crossroad jacket(Had to remove, too hot. Even with front open, I could feel the steam building inside.)
Legs: Canari Tights, Old Army 50/50 wool/cotton long underwear, sweat pants(Long underwear + tights + SP's was too warm a combo. Could've been fine with shorts + LU + SP's or Tights + SP's)
Feet:Coleman Merino wool socks(K-mart), Lake MX101 shoes.(Toes got slightly cold)
Hands: Hunter orange thermax gloves that I have had for years(Hands stay real toasty).