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Gloves, gloves, GLOVES. They provide additional padding, and most importantly, protect your hands if you fall.
Remember to dress in layers. Clearance racks this time of year are a great place to stock up. Moisture wicking long & short sleeve t-shirts are great for layering and cheaper than jerseys. My best investment was a neon yellow jacket (for visibility) with zip off sleeves. Good all year round and perfect for those chilly mornings that warm up.
(Support your LBS. You want them to still be in business when you're in a pinch.)
Last edited by TrekTheKaty; 02-15-2010 at 02:28 PM.
"Well-behaved women seldom make history." --Laurel Thatcher Ulrich
'09 Trek WSD 2.1 with a Brooks B-68 saddle
'11 Trek WSD Madone 5.2 with Brooks B-17