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Originally Posted by gerv
I have a lot of trouble under 15F too I travel 7 miles to work and I have never been able to dial in something for my feet. I could wear 7 pairs of wool socks and would still have two cold junks of ice when I arrived.

I think the balaclava is essential under 40F. I wore one this morning with 38F. It makes the whole ride so warm and comfy, particularly if there is any wind.
Neoprene is your friend I have a very old pair of Performance neoprene shoe covers (and a pair of shoes one size too big) that I use all winter. Add in a pair of wool socks and, lately, a pair of thin bicycle socks under them and my feet never get cold. In fact, I'm usually end up pouring sweat out of my shoes

Personally, I don't need the balaclava. I'm kind of a hot head...wait, that didn't come out right
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