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From: Lake Geneva, WI
Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2
Originally Posted by
Allegheny Jet
I have 3 different tights all without chamois that I wear over bibs or shorts. One pair is the regular thin tights with no fleece or wind stop materials that I wear when the temps are 45 and up. The 2nd is micro fleece lined that I wear on dry days when the temps are 35 up to 45. The 3rd pair is Pearl Izumi Amfib tights that are fleece lined with a wind and water blocking material on the front side that I wear on days with temps under freezing or when the conditions are wet and cold.
I also have a pair of water proof pants that I might roll up and put in one of my pockets and use if it gets wet or I want some additional wind protection. In the winter I can't remember being too hot on rides but can remember days when I was too cold. If I get too warm I have taken my off my gloves or skull cap in order to vent some heat.
I follow this formula also. The Pearl AmFibs are a great product and work from 40f down to 15f or lower if I use another layer underneath.
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