My first ever snow commute

**blackhillsbiker** · 12-10-2009, 04:24 PM

I'm so proud of myself I could just burst! I've always been such a weenie about being outside in the cold. I love the new snow tires. I love looking like a "dork" to quote my 16-year-olds. I love the look on my bosses wife when I rode in on my bike today (she's my age, but twice my age, if you know what I mean). I got new goggles from 6pm.com. Between them, my balaclava, my hat and helmet, you can't see my face at all. The wind chill was -10 so I was prepared.

I didn't fall, but I did have to walk my bike through some of the worst of the icy ruts where the snow had been packed down.

Deb

**Tri Girl** · 12-10-2009, 04:35 PM

Woo hoo!!! Glad your first attempt at a snow commute was successful!!!!!!

Did she have on a face of disgust (I CAN'T believe you rode your bike) or amazement (I can't BELIEVE you rode your bike)? Either way, I'm sure it was priceless! Congrats on braving the cold you stud-ette.

**blackhillsbiker** · 12-10-2009, 04:40 PM

Originally Posted by Tri Girl

Did she have on a face of disgust (I CAN'T believe you rode your bike) or amazement (I can't BELIEVE you rode your bike)?

The look was somewhere in between. Yes, it was priceless! I'm sorry you're laid up, Tri Girl. I hope you feel better soon. I've been lurking on your blog and enjoying your adventures.

I love this forum. Where else would I find encouragement for biking in extreme weather! My friends all think I'm nuts. I'm just addicted to my bike and the way I feel when I ride.

Deb

**twin** · 12-10-2009, 05:12 PM

Sounds like fun and congratulations for braving the cold!!!!!

**Zen** · 12-10-2009, 07:24 PM

i would like to see your tires.
How far do you have to ride?

**PamNY** · 12-10-2009, 07:59 PM

Congratulations! I wish you had a video. I hope you continue to enjoy winter commuting.

Pam

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