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Old 11-28-05 | 10:37 PM
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Originally Posted by DataJunkie
Does anyone carry those heat pads for the hands or feet? I can not remember what they are called. You activate them when in need of heat. I think they are chemical based.
Gart Sports carries them. They are about $1 per pair for the hands and $1.50 for feet. But I suggest you depend on clothing more then on the hand warmers. Get a pair of wool socks, preferably knicker socks, for your feet. Also get a pair of insulated insoles for your shoes (I use clipless all year long) and a pair of neoprene booties for covering your shoes. Some people like wearing Shimano sandals and warm socks covered by a wind or water proof sock. Whatever shoe you use, get it a size larger or 2 than you would normally wear. This improves circulation and keeps your feet warmer.

For gloves, I use a brand I get from Gart's (I really don't shop there much but sometimes you just have to) called Serius. I don't have problems with my hands getting cold (usually just the opposite) and these gloves are thin, windproof and work well for me. YMMV. I also use the Serius Ear warmer under my helmet.
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