What an interesting discussion. I enjoyed the replies and the detailed information about clothing and other gear will be helpful. I have the world's worst watery eyes in cold weather -- I live close to the World Trade Center and that's the only post-9/11 symptom I still have. I signed up for the health surveys but they haven't asked about watery eyes yet.

I don't think I will tackle ice or snow yet. I've come close to wiping out on a Xootr from black ice and don't want to do that on a bike. Although biking on a frozen pond would be fun. I wonder if they'd let me on the ice rinks with a bike?

The length of time it takes to warm up on a bike may be a factor for me. I already envy the runners who can get moving right away.

Anyway, thanks for the info. Those of you who bike in serious cold and ice are inspiring -- whether I will follow your example or simply admire you from indoors remains to be seen.

Pam