Winter Cycling - Post your winter bike pics.

After missing a commute day on Wednesday due to snow, and spending a good deal of time slipping/sliding my way home on Friday evening, I broke down and bought studded tires today. They are Kenda Klondikes - I intended to buy Nokians but the shop was out and offered these to me instead. I figured I would give them a try, especially since I had them mount them on an additional wheelset, so I don't need to run them full-time. The only downside is that I got a 40mm for the back and my existing PB fender wouldn't fit - so I had to remove it and reinstall a cheesy seat post fender. If this becomes an issue I may seek out on of the new Nokian A10 tires in a 32mm, as they are much shorter/thinner.

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That is fuhreekin' beautiful.

I use a trike for winter riding. It won't go through a ton of snow or anything, but I can ride comfortably when it is pretty darn cold out for quite a distance. mine is the not yet painted pink bike.

I'm posting my summer ride as well to demonstrate slow bike vs fast bike.

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No pictures of me on the bike, as I have nobody to ride with, snow or not. :(
Have you checked out the regional subforums? It's a good place to find a riding buddy.

That Velokraft is a nice machine ... :)

sorry here in Va. it is stil in the 40's / 50's and i am still rideing my high speed beach cruiser! with giordana short sleeve jersy with an tshirt under and cycle shorts wit fleece feet and regular socks and fleece gloves and vans checks! LOL!

http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg80/velopilot/WinterBike2.jpg


Redline Conquest Pro
Nokian Hakkapeliitta W106 tires
SKS P45 fenders
Power Grips pedals
Delta PostHaste rack with Quickbag



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nice pics!
hey bac (brad?)....
what gearing are you running on those singlespeeds for trails?
thanks

jB

Hey JB. I run a 32x18 on my SISS. It's a nice all-around gear for winter riding.

... Brad

Another positive about winter cycling: There are no pesky kids hogging the swings :D

http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg112/eff_i_g/A_Grand_Day_Out.jpg

Specialized Crosstrail Expert w/ Nokian Hakkapeliitta W106s.

The snow is SO much fun!!! :beer:

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New pedals, grips and lights for mine. But where did the snow go??

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b52/Gussick/Framnew.jpg

Don't ya just hate it when you get all kitted up and the snow vanishes?

Hey Portis are those pics taken in Conway Springs, KS?

Here's my Commutabeast after the first real snowfall of the season here in Boston. Studded tires to be added soon.
http://studentweb.med.harvard.edu/KAW4/html/snowbike.jpg

Ugly bike. Even uglier rider.
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My nasty weather bike last winter when we got our "snow" for the year:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v214/lamplightsg/IMG_9238crop_small.jpg

And how it looks now:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v214/lamplightsg/Rockadile/IMG_0104small.jpg

Yes, yes, wrong side. But the drive train on my bike isn't very interesting anyways.
And if you want to see more of it, just check my Miyata album. :D

Miyata 600 series.
28/38/48 triple crank, 14-16-18-21-25-28 cassette.
Tektro R100 levers
Nokian Hakkappellitta W106 700x35
PB Freddy fenders + Bolt on mud flaps.
Tons of weight on the front with krypto lock, 3 lights and racks to keep the front wheel from floating in soft snow as much as possible.
http://i199.photobucket.com/albums/aa131/AEObikes/Winter/DSC01336.jpg

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Edit: Added this

http://www.dropmachine.com/media/data/500/medium/IMG_0936-XGA.jpg

Tons of weight on the front with krypto lock, 3 lights and racks to keep the front wheel from floating in soft snow as much as possible.


Interesting! How much of a difference do you feel the extra weight makes?

Pic taken on Dec 4th at 7:00am when I got to work. Just a wee bit of snow behind me when they cleaned the parking lot....
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The large version: http://www.arctichawk2003.mtbhost.com/2007/071204_0700hrs.JPG

almost all prepped up sans brake lever. after, that'll be ready for the winter snow which has lightly fallen so far here in NYC.
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Pic taken on Dec 4th at 7:00am when I got to work. Just a wee bit of snow behind me when they cleaned the parking lot....
http://www.runningmania.com/gallery2/d/11272-2/071204_0700hrs.JPG
The large version: http://www.arctichawk2003.mtbhost.com/2007/071204_0700hrs.JPG

That's a LOT of freakin snow!

Interesting! How much of a difference do you feel the extra weight makes?

Easier to control as long as the snow is the type you are supposed to cut through to the bottom for traction.
I figured out you can't put loaded panniers on the front on windy days. Too hard to control.
The rear gets enough weight from me and the pannier as it is, so it's just some load balancing.

Resurrected 1978 Motobecane Super Mirage, converted to a single speed, but still heavy as hell especially with the racks and accessories...but she hasn't failed me yet.

I just finished building up this bike. It will be my do it all bike for superlight touring, winter riding and go anywhere treks.

This Leader frame is really nice and was a really good price. The fork is also a Leader carbon fiber fork.

1990's Specialized Rockhopper that was donated to my bike coop. Came in needing some love, now its hitting the roads again as a winter bike. Replaced the crank, added wheels, brake (singular for now), repacked the BB and headset. It definately isn't perfect, but Vermont has *nasty* salt.

Test ride (the dropouts make it hard to fit the chain well...)
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2123/2118532675_4d422ab260.jpg

Removed rear extraneous gears, added fenders, changed gearing to be better (ie, not 1:1) had some paint chips in my shoddy paint job, so I just used bedliner to protect the bottom.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2313/2134041102_b2566619e1.jpg

Total cost:
$30 (mostly paint, bed liner, and Planet Bike fenders - everything else was salvaged from other donated bikes in our parts pile)

Hi everybody,

Put together a snow bike for myself this weekend. I went to Wal Mart and bought a cheapie cruiser with a single gear and coaster brake. I had an old Mountain Bike that my daughter never rode anymore and robbed the front brake, seat, shock absorber seat post, handlebars, and 26" MTB tires off of it. Had some nice pedals from a road cruiser with straps and put them on. I purchased some Freddy Fenders and now am the proud owner of a bike I can ride here in Wisconsin for less than $100. I've got an order in for some nokian hakkapeliitta studded tires and I think then I'll be all set. I took her out for a nice 10 mile ride this afternoon and it was a sweet ride. If anyone lives in the Sheboygan area and wants to ride this winter, look me up.

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This is my fixed gear for winter.. or was. I replaced the frame and fork with a KHS Flite 100. Skinny tires are great for everything except ice. I have not ridden everyday as we have had some nasty snow/ice that have severely narled the roads. I still might put studs on my hybrid yet if it continues to snow this way. Last winter the roads were clear almost everyday.

Location: Halifax, NS
Temperatures: -10 to +5 C in the winter
Road conditions: Typically wet with salt and slush.

http://lh4.google.com/DouglasDenny/Rz9uQdszNwI/AAAAAAAAANs/oSBYKJ5nUeg/s400/fixed-gear-winter%20-%201.jpg

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VTRoadie........

Love how clean and simple that rockhopper looks. Perfect commuter/winter bike in my mind.

Like the thread title says. Just curious what everyone is riding, maybe throw in location/temp/conditions/etc.


Here is mine (obvious summer picture):

http://img123.imageshack.us/img123/9977/p1010071td8.jpg


Specs: 1983? Schwinn World, purchased for 3 dollars sans wheels. Old Suzue front hub and Araya rim, 27 1/4" tire (generic). Surly fixed/fixed rear laced to Alex double walled 700c rim with DT spokes and 38c cross tire. BB made out of spare spindle (replaced the cottered cranks) and random bearings. The Brooks gets swapped out for an old plastic road saddle in the winter (suprisingly comfortable). Old MKS pedals and plastic clips and nylon straps. Can't remember fender make/model. The fork pictured has been replaced after breaking the fork end. Run 42x17, which allows me to trudge up the hills of Duluth, MN in the winter. Rode it down to -20F last winter and through a couple blizzards, only had to walk it a couple times.

A little update now that the weather has turned.

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My 1988 Trek 820 with Schwalbe Marathon Winter tires. It's my commuter.
It's old, ugly, dirty, tough as he** and dependable.

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Happy Trails :)

Here's my "winter/commuting-to-be/down-to-the-shops" bike.

It's a Dirt Research Kobuk frame bought from eBay with a singlespeed kit. I've slapped on a 9 speed SRAM RD with a grip shifter (good when you're wearing winter gloves!).

I was out on it today. It's fun! :)

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it can be a challenge at times, but handles really well in the snow.

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That front fender is magnificent!

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Winter in Eugene mostly means rain, with ice and slick roads limited to the south hills (where I work). This past weekend we finally had some snow! Today's commute was significantly fun!

This gets me around:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2129/2176394379_d4ab1327e3_o.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/macemon)

This is my bicycle in it's natural habitat.

http://members.shaw.ca/ijgrant/qwinter.JPG

ijgrant, did you know your bike had an evil twin ^^?? Except mine hasn't evolved past the geared-stage.

new pugs for snow


and then the litespeed is running nokians for ice.
we haven't had decent ice yet, only lots of snow

finally there is great granny, configured ice-style
it is a vintage Rollfast with beaver-proof bar ends and studded tires

http://www.chipcom.net/bikes/rt24.jpg

I have been taking "Jenny", my Trek 6700, out every day this week as I have been doing some upgrades on her at the shop and I really don't have a bike better suited for the new snow and slushy streets.

She has also logged more winter miles than any of my bikes as this is her 3rd winter season

http://www.ravingbikefiend.com/bikepics/jennynew2.jpg

new pugs for snow


and then the litespeed is running nokians for ice.
we haven't had decent ice yet, only lots of snow

finally there is great granny, configured ice-style
it is a vintage Rollfast with beaver-proof bar ends and studded tires

edzo,
How do the 4" tires handle in various snow conditions compared to a 2" mtb studded tire? I think I am jealous!

edzo,
How do the 4" tires handle in various snow conditions compared to a 2" mtb studded tire? I think I am jealous!

at 15psi, it goes in fresh snow fine, up to where show hits your toe each pedal revolution

if you encounter xc tracks, or snowshoe tracks, or grades, you might start
to wash out a bit, or the xc tracks tend to bobsled you a bit

jump off, bleed the pressure to 8 or 9psi (so the tire really squashes down)
you still won't bottom the rim and then you literally steer the bike no trail
imperfection, footprint, or parallel track steers for you. you just truck right
through and over anything. once in a while if there is deep soft snow and you sink
past a certain depth you may end up dabbing, but it is insane what you will float
up and over


compared to a 2 incher ? it is definitely all about riding and not dabbing... where you'd be
walking and give up riding that trail, or that day previously. it is a HUGE difference. I am
able to ride snowmobile tracks [that are too soft for other bikes] quite easily. and I often
just turn off into the freshies and motor along where no bike could go more than 10 feet
w/o busting through and bogging down, or getting steered off track by the terrain.

best thing I ever did for winter is get this rig. I got the fendered CX bike for sloppy
spring melt. this will be my snow and wet grass/'waiting for the woods to dry out for summer' bike
super low to no impact on fragile spring trails. (tested while we had january thaw)

I love fat tired bikes!!!!
Arctic Idita(sp?) Bike

My Surly Crosscheck. Great snow bike.
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2331/2099150711_393f25a689_b.jpg

at 15psi, it goes in fresh snow fine, up to where show hits your toe each pedal revolution

if you encounter xc tracks, or snowshoe tracks, or grades, you might start
to wash out a bit, or the xc tracks tend to bobsled you a bit

jump of, bleed the pressure to 8 or 9spsi (so the tire really squashes down)
you still won't bottom the rim and then you literally steer the bike no trail
imperfection, footprint, or parallel track steers for you. you just truck right
through and over anything. once in a while if there is deep soft snow and you sink
past a certain depth you may end up dabbing, but it is insane what you will float
up and over


compared to a 2 incher ? it is definitely all about riding and not dabbing... where you'd be
walking and give up riding that trail or that day previously. it is a HUGE difference. I am
able to ride snowmobile tracks [that are too soft for other bikes] quite easily. and I often
just turn off into the freshies and motor along where no bike could go more than 10 feet
w/o busting through and bogging down, or getting steered off track by the terrain.

best thing I ever did for winter is get this rig. I got the fendered CX bike for sloppy
spring melt. this will be my snow and wet grass/'waiting for the woods to dry out for summer' bike
super low to no impact on fragile spring trails. (tested while we had january thaw)


I am sooooo jealous!!!!!:cry:

Man those 4 inch tires...yum. There is an Italian maker of the dbl wide rims that are really nice, the name escapes me though. Awesome for sand riding I've heard as well.

Here is my commuter I use for work and stuff in Iceland.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2038/2197685856_5dc7c026a1.jpg?v=0
Scott Sportster P1 on Nokian 240 nails.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2240/2199527998_51b5124b51.jpg?v=0

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2375/2196902545_a142009bd0.jpg?v=0
This is the best buy.....Light and motion ARC for all the long dark winter days in Iceland this is the ****.

Here's my trusty Norco beater setup for it's 4th winter of riding. I went SS half way through last winter as I was constantly having drivetrain issues, best upgrade ever. I also went with the rigid fork rather than the crappy elastomer suspension fork that it came with. I spent a whopping $250 on this bike and have replaced EVERY part minus the headset. This year I had to replace the wheels after my old, well used, Mavic Crosslands broke. The rear hub flanges started braking off but I thought the front would be fine so I ordered a Deore rear wheel. The day before my new wheel showed up the front hub flanges started breaking off! :cry: Should have got the pair, but luckily I had an old front wheel lying around that came off my wifes bike to keep me rolling.

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