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
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10-25-2008, 11:42 AM #1
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10-26-2008, 10:39 AM #2
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After this morning, the question is how windy? It was 50 degrees and and we rolled out with 2 light layers for a short, hilly ride. However, the wind kicked up and then my nose starting running. SO next time, I'll remember the kleenex. (weather was reporting "gusting to 18" when we got back to the house--no wonder I was having trouble holding my line).
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10-26-2008, 10:56 AM #3
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I'll be setting up the trainer this week.
