Bad Weather commuting
10-18-10, 11:57 AM
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Bad Weather commuting
Who likes bad weather commuting? I LOVE bad (Stormy) weather. Everything smells so fresh and cool. The big winds give me chills down my spine and a thrill of good things to come. My senses are suddenly awakened after being deadened by the musty heat of the summer.
I'm amazed at people who complain about a little bit of rain. I wish it snowed in the Bay Area
I'm amazed at people who complain about a little bit of rain. I wish it snowed in the Bay Area
10-18-10, 12:07 PM
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I enjoyed some rainy commutes when I had just gotten my rain cape. The newness has worn off now and I'd just as soon leave the cape in my bag. But I am digging the cool weather and and looking forward to some snowy commutes this winter. Upgrade-itis is kicking in for deep winter gear.
10-18-10, 12:41 PM
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I don't mind light rain and I actually love to ride in light snow. However, I don't take a lot of pleasure in riding in heavy rain or snow especially if it includes strong wind. I still ride in it, but they're not my favorite commuting days.
10-18-10, 12:53 PM
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However, I don't take a lot of pleasure in riding in heavy rain or snow especially if it includes strong wind. I still ride in it, but they're not my favorite commuting days
10-18-10, 01:06 PM
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I get a twisted pleasure out of being out in the nastiness but comfortable and muddling through. Like the Norwegians say, there's no bad weather, only bad clothes.
Not every day, mind you. But from time to time.
Not every day, mind you. But from time to time.
10-18-10, 01:08 PM
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there's no bad weather, only bad clothing!
10-18-10, 01:15 PM
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Most weather is fine, but there are a couple of things that just suck. 2, 3 or more inches of rain. Strong gusting headwinds. Hail (hurts like hell) or freezing rain.
Snow is so gentle it doesn't even compare to any of the above.
Snow is so gentle it doesn't even compare to any of the above.
10-18-10, 01:16 PM
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lightening is somewhat not terrific too
10-18-10, 01:21 PM
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I'm looking forward to what this La Nina year brings. Hoping our area gets some snow.
10-18-10, 01:47 PM
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10-18-10, 02:14 PM
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I really like riding in all kinds of weather, I really enjoy the you rode in this weather looks and comments from folks.
10-18-10, 02:26 PM
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Oh yea, the "look" is brilliant! It also shows those people who dive for their cars at the slightest hint of less than perfect weather, that humans can indeed survive out there!
10-18-10, 02:28 PM
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Forecast calls for 4 straight days of rain here in LA, that means people in cars will be staying off the road! Time to clip on the fenders and ride free!
One thing about rainy weather that I've discovered. A poncho is more of a fashion statement than a rain keeping off device. Love the rain. I LOVE IT! My inner six-year old rides with reckless abandon through puddles giggling and screaming at the top off his lungs and shrieking with joy.
One thing about rainy weather that I've discovered. A poncho is more of a fashion statement than a rain keeping off device. Love the rain. I LOVE IT! My inner six-year old rides with reckless abandon through puddles giggling and screaming at the top off his lungs and shrieking with joy.
10-18-10, 02:48 PM
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10-18-10, 03:07 PM
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re: "dressing to stay upright in 50 mph wind"
haha good point not clothing is gonna help keep you upright. I almost got knocked down by a gusty crosswind last fall/winter during a torrential rainstorm!
haha good point not clothing is gonna help keep you upright. I almost got knocked down by a gusty crosswind last fall/winter during a torrential rainstorm!
10-18-10, 05:29 PM
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Personally I can't say I enjoy bad weather, but it also doesn't bother me much. I do prefer a mild summer morning though.
10-18-10, 06:00 PM
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That's the great thing about my job: I'm paid to get dirty, sweaty, wet, covered in sewage, bruised, buried, shocked, cut, cold, and in general, treated poorly by the rest of the people I work with. What's a little rain?
Bring it.
Bring it.
10-18-10, 06:13 PM
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I have a 14 mile commute and IMO, no matter how well dressed I am for miserable wet and/or cold weather, the first ten miles will be tolerable, and then I endure the rest.
I often note that many extreme cold weather cyclists do not give their mileage unless requested.
I often note that many extreme cold weather cyclists do not give their mileage unless requested.
10-18-10, 06:15 PM
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I love the rain. I wish it would rain more often here. Wind and lightning are not really my friends, though. Fun to watch, but not fun to ride in.
10-18-10, 06:25 PM
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Who likes bad weather commuting? I LOVE bad (Stormy) weather. Everything smells so fresh and cool. The big winds give me chills down my spine and a thrill of good things to come. My senses are suddenly awakened after being deadened by the musty heat of the summer.
I'm amazed at people who complain about a little bit of rain. I wish it snowed in the Bay Area
I'm amazed at people who complain about a little bit of rain. I wish it snowed in the Bay Area
10-18-10, 06:26 PM
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