Originally Posted by
ThermionicScott
Even with the cold and snow of February, I had a great winter commuting season. Perhaps my best yet.
Things I'm considering for next winter: more layers so that I can spend more time commuting below 10-15°F, and possibly getting a cheap fat bike for those days when there is still a lot of thick snow on the ground. I've been resisting buying more bikes and accoutrements, but a fat bike would genuinely allow me to ride more days of the year.
There are some threads where people are a bit skeptical about whether fat bikes help as much as is claimed with riding in the snow. I tend to think that a fat bike should help in really crummy conditions plus they look fun. Clothes can really can make a difference. I rode all winter and a few new pieces made all the difference.