Originally Posted by BigRedSnackFoam
I'm still slow enough that I don't think it matters yet. My legs don't hurt at all (er.. from the cold) and the only time they get cold is on fast decents (30+), and even then it's mostly just my knees. Keep in mind though this is in ideal yet cold conditions, sun shining, no wind, etc. However, if there is any wind at all in these temps I make sure not to screw around and make sure any exposed skin is covered. I may be dumb but I'm not stupid.
You aren't that slow.
Anyhow, I am stupid and have ridden with exposed skin. It always seems windy around here.
I just love my warmers.
Friday's return home commute had a moderate rain the entire time. That is until .5 miles from my house. ARGH! 50-55F and completely soaked. Plus, I took the wrong bike and did not have fenders. My sidis were completely waterlogged. Such fun. If the rain had let up earlier I could have dried out. The end result was very cold feet and I had to keep riding to stay warm. No biggie. I have had worse.
This morning's commute was with a slight headwind and drizzle. I fit in a few intervals and sprints to make it a bit more fun. I also started sprinting up a few hills that have killed me for the last couple of years. They have become much easier lately. A hill sprint or interval is exhausting but I managed one on my steepest hill at 18 mph. ugh That lasted about 20 secs.