Winter Biking Guide
 

Hey guys!

So, How's commuting this winter? :foo:

I have seen all over the internet and couple times in this forum that people do not know how to safely ride a bike in winter or are too scared to do so because they think it is too dangerous.

Well, yes, it is more dangerous to ride a bicycle in winter, not only because of the snow and ice on the roads but because it gets darker a lot faster in winter than in summer.

70% of all biking accidents happen when it is dark outside because a lot of us do not use any reflectors on our bikes and not even a reflecting clothing.

But that does not mean that you cannot ride to work or school or anywhere else in winter with your bike.

So I did some research on Google for those who cannot do it themselves. Found a lot of winter biking guides and a lot of posts with different tips.

I will add a link to this one- Basics Of Winter Biking

This will make things clear for all of the newbies and maybe even it will be useful for some experienced cyclists.

And i hope i will not get banned for posting a link in this thread.

thanks for sharing, not sure about those traction ideas tho. it's more common to suggest new studded tires off the rack. but I like those glove ideas

If a newbie winter cyclist has made it to BF and on this subforum he/she's already half way there. There's a ton of good information on here for would-be winter commuters.

It's like the person who wrote that article doesn't even ride.

Wearing nitrile gloves seems absolutely terrible! :lol:

The mention of a "granny" gear makes a good point but neglects an important reason why it's necessary for me - "torque control" so I can keep a decent cadence and not just spin out like crazy.

No, that's just clueless. I'll take my hydro discs thankyouverymuch. Geeze not even a mention of hub brakes?

Wut...

This might be the product I've been dreaming of: https://www.amazon.com/Hydrology-Dou...les&th=1&psc=1

Is this really an insulated bottle that can be used while cycling? Also, are unicorns real?

Good that I did not write that article. :lol: