Originally Posted by
macteacher
Okay...two things.
1. Is 30km/hr to fast then? Would a pace of 15km/hr make a difference in not creating sweat? Truth is, I usually try to keep a 28-30km/hr pace.
I'll try to slow it down tomorrow and see how that is. My problem with slowing down is that the time to get to work increases, which means I need to get up even earlier.
2. As for the heavy bikes and the upright position, would that not make the rider work even harder, in order to move the steel beast?
Just some thoughts.
Anyhow, all my clothes and bags for tomorrows first winter ride of the season are ready
RE: your first question, 30km/h is fairly quick for the winter, it's really a fine balance between moving fast enough to stay warm and not going beyond that, over-heating and overloading your layers/jacket's ability to let sweaty vapour escape.
Yes, upright positions are far less aerodynamic and this increases drag a lot. The weight isn't so bad once moving but, getting going from a stop can be more exercise.