Can't remember if there was a similar thread lately, but it bears rehashing if there isn't. The temperature yesterday morning was -25*C with 40 kph winds and packed snow and slush on the roads that haven't melted at all due to the low temps. I did not ride.

This morning the temp was only at -20*C with no wind, but the road was still covered. I did ride. Multiple layers on my legs, dedicated winter shoes with chemical heat and neoprene covers, multiple wind layers, including a down vest under jacket, multiple face covers, extra wide 45-mm studded tires for the anticipated rough surface, even riding on sidewalk as it was better plowed. It wasn't the most pleasant but I got there and back without much drama.

So the question is what sort of challenges have you faced when it comes to gear/clothing/etc in these extreme conditions? And what solutions, creative or otherwise, have you come up with to make the commute a successful one?