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Old 09-23-08 | 01:43 PM
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ianjk
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From: duluth

Bikes: '07 Pista, '09 Fantom Cross Uno, '8? Miyata, '67 Stingray, '0? Zoo mod trials, Tallbike, Chopper, '73 Schwinn Collegiate, '67 Triumph Chopper, '69 CB350, '58 BSA Spitfire, '73 CB450

For the really cold (under -10F) days, I wear a home-made mask, hat, helmet, long sleeve t-shirt, fleece jacket, and waterproof shell. Long undies and flannel/fleece lined jeans and waterproof non-insulated snowpants. For feet, I ditch my insulated hiking boots that fit in my clips/straps, in favor of my ice climbing boots.

My tips:

1.) Layers are awesome, but don't be afraid to stop and shed if you start sweating.
2.) Learn how to swap out a blown tube as fast as possible, carry a couple extras, patching is near impossible in freezing temps.
3.) Pay attention to any exposed skin (see changing tire fast). Frostbite is a btich.
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