Quote Originally Posted by emily_in_nc View Post
Never, ever heard of anyone doing this. Tights yes, but pantyhose?? No thanks.

I like cycling tights over cycling shorts, Smartwool socks, a long-sleeved jersey, wind jacket, full-finger cycling gloves, and an ear band or beanie for cold-weather riding. Depending on the temperatures and if it's going to warm up during a ride, I'll use easily convertible gear like leg warmers and arm warmer with cycling shorts and a short-sleeve jersey, so I can peel off easily. Maybe a wind vest too, and an earband, but regular half-finger gloves.

Ultimately, you have to experiment to find out what works for you in what conditions, since some people are colder natured than others. It's warmer riding hills (at least the up-side!) than flats, too. And if it's windy and/or overcast, it will feel cooler than if the sun is shining or there's no wind.

Good luck, and welcome to TE!

Emily

I guess if you can't afford tights, the panty hose might help a LITTLE
but if you're strapped for cash, i say buy some rainpants, they don't breath
but they'll help keep you warm and dry (unless you work really hard and then you'll sweat in them)

I wear full handed gloves and if it's really cold (below 45 I'll wear fluffy fleece gloves over them)
and lots and lots of wool