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Forum: Winter Cycling

Don't let snow and ice discourage you this winter. The key element to year-round cycling is proper attire! Check out this winter cycling forum to chat with other ice bike fanatics.

  1. Sticky Thread Sticky: Post your winter bike pics.

    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...

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  2. Sticky Thread Sticky: Today, I Wore...

    To compliment the "winter clothing guide" sticky I thought it would be good to build a "database" thread that simply says, I wore X today at Y temperature. It might also be good to note sky and wind conditions as well as duration of ride. This would be a very handy reference for beginners as...

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  3. Sticky Thread Sticky: Making Your Own Studded Tyres

    These directions come from The Edmonton Bicycle Commuter's Society, I volunteer there and you will also find these instructions at icebike.org This is what you need to make your very own studded tire: 1. One tire. You need a tire with knobs big enough to support the stud. 2. 50 (approx.)...

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  4. Sticky Thread Sticky: winter clothing guide??

    Hi, I've been off a bike for about 5 months and I'm getting FAT again :( I need to get back out and ride but it's cold in Eastern Pennsylvania. Could you give me some ideas on what you die hard guys/gals where in the winter. For example a 20 degree ride day - what would you wear. So please...

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  1. Pressure for winter studded tires

    I just changed over to my Nokian Hakkapeliitta W106 winter tires and I am dogging while ridding into the office. The max recommended pressure on these puppies is 65 psi. At that pressure and with the knobs and studs my 1:20 21-mile ride now takes me 1:45. Last year I think I progressively...

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  2. Frame materials for winter riding?

    What are the best frame materials for winter riding? Are there problems with CF in cold environments?

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  3. Tights?

    Ok, time to buy some tights, what should i look for? Chamois or Not? Thermal? Name Brands? Temp range will between 0 and 32F.

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  4. eye tearing

    My eyes tear when temps dip below ~15F. To date, I've only used wraparound safety glasses (good coverage). I have several years of winter commuting and have basically just dealt with the tearing. But is there a solution to this...other than ski goggles ($$$)?? And how bike-friendly are goggles...

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    11-19-09 10:36 PM

  5. Rear Derailer Freezing

    the first cold temps around 20 degrees here in the mornings have left me unable to shift gears in the back until early afternoon when it warms up. Has anyone else experienced this and have you found any solutions?

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    11-19-09 05:34 PM

  6. Toe Covers for MBT shoes?

    Hi, I am looking for a bit more wind/warmth protection for my MTB Specialized Taho shoes. Yesterday I bought the Pearl Izumi Cyclone Toe Covers size L/XL and found that they did not fit ( the hole in the sole did not clear the SPD cleat and they made the shoe fit to tightly around my foot)...

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    11-19-09 04:26 PM

  7. advice on caring for my new lake MXZ302s?

    I just got my new Lake MXZ302s and they make me wish it were cold. (at least in the winter forum we can agree that 45 degrees F isn't cold) I did a fair amount of research before buying them and I remember two care tips. First, it would be a good idea to use something to protect the leather - a...

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  8. pogies for drop bars

    looking for ideas for drop bar pogies that wont break the bank

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  9. Best gloves/mittens for sub-zero temp

    My wife once got frostbite in both her hands, and since then, has been very susceptible to cold in her hands. We've experimented with a couple of gloves, and none of them have given remotely near the kind of insulation she has needed. Does anyone know of something good to wear to get through the...

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  10. Realistic Studded Tire Advice

    I live in the Midwest. We get ice, but it generally doesn't stick around. However, I commute in the morning, so if there's ice on the road, I'm probably going to be on it. The problem is that we'll get ice, and then we won't have any for the next week, etc. Should I just put on the studded...

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  11. Does anyone have snow yet

    I live in Winnipeg aka winter-peg and we don't even have any snow yet ... in fact the high for today is +12c and the long term forecast doesn't have any white stuff in the future right up to Dec 1 .... WTF ?

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  12. How many add winter emergency supplies to their kit?

    I tend to be cautious and keep a first aid kit as well as tools in my bike kit. Now that the cold, winter weather season has arrived I've added winter emergency kits to both my truck and the panniers on my bike. I'm wondering how many others add a winter emergency kit to their bikes? Clearly,...

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  13. Best pedals for winter riding?

    Which of these pedals is best for winter riding? http://www.righton.co.nz/shop/images/PDVP7611.jpg http://www.albes.com/ProductImages/pedals09/BearTrap.Black.jpg Also, should I be looking for sealed bearings? BTW, I've never used clipless pedals, and I don't plan to try learning to use...

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  14. Sturmey Archer S80...low temps?

    Anyone run a Sturmey Archer S80 8spd IGH in low winter temps yet? I know people have run the Alfine/Nexus redband and had it work decently, but wondering about the SA. Any input would be very welcomed. Thanks.

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  15. jacket

    Hi everyone. I moved to Portland, OR about 6 months ago and am very confused as to how to get ready for winter cycling. I got a Northface Varius Guide Insulated Hyvent jacket. It's very warm but its a bit too much for riding. It is so thick that I can't layer clothing and I just feel too bundled up...

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  16. Cheap winter solution for cold toes

    Im looking for a cheap solution for cold feet in winter. I have been using spds and dont have any platforms and I can use them as I try to pull off the ones on gym bikes even with the straps. I use a Pearl Izumi ALP X low. These shoes are too tall more all of the over booties I have tried so far...

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  17. Found my winterbike candidate!

    well i posted a thread a while ago about building up a winterbike, the decision was to buy some cross tires for my old nishiki and some fenders. I couldnt fit fenders and cross tires on my old nishiki, so abandoned that project. My friend dug this out...

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  18. Things I like and hate about winter cycling

    Like - riding through fresh snow - big fat snowflakes - how clean the air feels - sun off the snow - people thinking you are mad and/or have ninja bike skills - riding down a deserted, silent bike path or foot trail and everything is hushed and still - when it's over

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  19. Is it safe?

    Hi, I have Shimano A520 SPD pedals and Specialized Taho MTB SPD shoes. So far this fall I have been able to pedal with no cold toes in temps down to 45 degrees but I want to 'be prepared' for temps down to 32 degrees(F). ( I have no intention of riding in the rain/snow...) I have been...

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  20. help needed for cycle clothing

    Bro’s and Pro’s help is needed by rookie…. this is very important for me as I am doing a self supported trip from manali to leh to world's highest motorable road so can’t carry too many clothes, temp in june should be at places around 0 degrees max so please suggest As far as clothing is...

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