Originally Posted by
Stadjer
Don't know the English word, we call it 'ijzel', it's light rain that freezes up as soon as it hits the ground and leaves a thin blanket of ice on the street that it so smooth an ice skater loves it.
I love a rain like that, because then I can get out and really enjoy the studded tires. Normally the studs are extra rolling resistance, but on smooth ice they are a delight.