Thread: What are the basic essentials for cold weather?
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Old 01-21-16 | 07:35 AM
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Originally Posted by DreamRider85
So I know that there is a lot of info on here. But I was more interested in getting started with the BASIC essentials. There are too many different things to wear for cold riding. I see ear warmers, leg warmers, heated gloves, arm warmers, leg warmers, warm vests, extra layers, etc.. So I get confused as far was what I need to start with first. What are the most important things I start out with?
Define "Cold."

There are people who say that it's cold when the temp drops below 50F. I don't consider it cold until the temperature is below 20F. Both those situations have very different requirements.
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