How Will You Get Through Winter?

**BleeckerSt_Girl** · 11-03-2008, 10:52 AM

None of the poll options fit me completely.

I won't ride in the rain or on icy roads, but I'll ride all winter when the roads are dry, even if it's 20F degrees out.

I too work at home, so I have the advantage of being able to schedule midday rides during the daylight and then work partly in the evening to make up for it. I really feel for those of you who can't get out in the daylight on weekdays. That must be hard.

If the roads are snowy or icey, I do 5 mile fitness walks that loop through all the pretty streets in my town. I also go snowshoeing on nature conservancy lands nearby if we get 8" of snow or more.
I also just bought a jump rope, which I am currently having fun with in the basement.

If all else fails I can always go to the rink and roller skate!

There's LOTS to do in the winter.

**7rider** · 11-03-2008, 11:14 AM

B, C, and a little bit of D.

**Mr. SR500** · 11-03-2008, 11:17 AM

Ride outside if it's dry. Below freezing and wet = bad. Other then the cost of winter gear, not bad, just fewer miles and not as fun. I just bought some Sidi Hydro Gore-Tex Winter Boots, so I have high hopes, as my feet have always been my week spot.

**Kimmyt** · 11-03-2008, 11:28 AM

skiing, indoor climbing and trail running/road running throughout the winter. Also Masters swim started in September and doesn't end until June so that takes up a few days, and I just started doing that 100 pushup plan.

Pretty much everything but biking and outside climbing still happens!

**kfergos** · 11-03-2008, 11:45 AM

Originally Posted by lph

I enjoy buying lots of winter gear

Hi, my name's Katie, and I also enjoy buying winter clothing...

Originally Posted by Mr. SR500

Ride outside if it's dry. Below freezing and wet = bad. Other then the cost of winter gear, not bad, just fewer miles and not as fun. I just bought some Sidi Hydro Gore-Tex Winter Boots, so I have high hopes, as my feet have always been my week spot.

Could you give us a review (perhaps on a new thread) on these when you've gotten to try them in serious conditions? I heard the previous version wasn't that good, but that they totally revamped the shoe and I'm interested in how it performs.

**Aggie_Ama** · 11-03-2008, 11:55 AM

I will also mountain bike all winter. Sunny, warm Texas, we usually get in the upper 40-50's during the day. But our summers are practically unbearable.

**BleeckerSt_Girl** · 11-03-2008, 11:57 AM

Originally Posted by Mr. SR500

Ride outside if it's dry. Below freezing and wet = bad. Other then the cost of winter gear, not bad, just fewer miles and not as fun. I just bought some Sidi Hydro Gore-Tex Winter Boots, so I have high hopes, as my feet have always been my week spot.

I like riding my bike in the winter with these on, and lots of yummy wool socks:
my boots

**crazycanuck** · 11-03-2008, 01:55 PM

If i lived up north in the winter, i'd just go mtn biking or xc skiing.

At the moment though, we're waiting for the really warm weather to come. When it does, i'll stick my tongue out at all you folks up north. Nyer Nyer. Now it's your turn to ride in the dark! It's not hard kids.

Enjoy winter.

**ginny** · 11-03-2008, 01:58 PM

So, I just moved to a new town, new job... new house... etc. I am a few blocks from work and my goal is to commute all winter long on my bike. I have been riding it around town every day and I love it (I used to live 35 miles from town). I won't ride my good road bike in wet or icy conditions, but I bought my Surly to do just that. If I take good care of her, I feel like it's okay to ride in crappy conditions, that's her job. I am close enough to cross country skiing to go at lunch if I choose, but my biggest goal is to actually ride my horse through the winter this year... lofty ambition, I know

**Mr. SR500** · 11-03-2008, 02:40 PM

Originally Posted by BleeckerSt_Girl

I like riding my bike in the winter with these on, and lots of yummy wool socks:
my boots

I don't think I can attach cleats to those...

**Mr. SR500** · 11-03-2008, 02:43 PM

Originally Posted by kfergos

Hi, my name's Katie, and I also enjoy buying winter clothing...

Could you give us a review (perhaps on a new thread) on these when you've gotten to try them in serious conditions? I heard the previous version wasn't that good, but that they totally revamped the shoe and I'm interested in how it performs.

They came Sat, the fit is good, I normally wear a Sidi mega, and the boots are slightly oversized to allow thicker socks. I think I can get some nice wool socks without any problem. The insulation is thin, but typical Gore-Tex you might see in a hiking boot. I'll happily to a follow-up, but it was 72 degrees today, so hopefully awhile until I really test them.

If you are interested, www.probikekit.com has them for $205 delivered.

**andtckrtoo** · 11-03-2008, 02:47 PM

I'm in the Bay area and while we do get weather, it's usually just really windy rainy days like today. I will ride on my trainer indoors, but I usually ride indoors even in the summer in the morning as I like an hour workout at 5AM. The rest of the time I'll ride outside.

I also like to use the winter to cross train - especially with weights - so I do more concentrate weight work. And this year I absolutely have to drop 20 pounds. So, I'll use this time to do that, too. Hopefully.

**Miranda** · 11-03-2008, 03:09 PM

Originally Posted by lph

I enjoy buying lots of winter gear

Bawahaaa...

I almost had a wetting accident on that one. I was afraid if I didn't click buy on a regular basis someone at TE cutomer service might think I died

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**Miranda** · 11-03-2008, 03:21 PM

I voted go to the gym. But, I will do a combo like some gals have posted.

I take spinning classes at my gym. Actually, I'm certified to teach if I ever get my act together and make it work, vs just for me. I also lift weights regularly at the gym. Sometimes I'll kickboard in a lane in the pool. Sometimes I'll whack a raquetball around.

I do own a trainer. That's hard for me to dedicate doing at home. Too many interuptions despite the best planning.

I bought xc skiis last year. Planning to bust those out. I just got my snow shoe order recently. Hoping that will work out. Thinking my new puppy will enjoy some winter hiking with me. Also, we got indoor rink skates for the kids and I. Not hard cardio, but it does take some balance to skate.

And, from my prior post about buying gear... I do finally own some winter pieces now. So, I can get out on the road and trail too hopefully when there is no snow. Snow is very hit or miss in the midwest.

One of our lbs started CompuTrainer classes. If I want to mix it up more, might try that.

But, spinning is my "main stay".

**Miranda** · 11-03-2008, 03:48 PM

Originally Posted by Mr. SR500

They came Sat, the fit is good, I normally wear a Sidi mega, and the boots are slightly oversized to allow thicker socks. I think I can get some nice wool socks without any problem. The insulation is thin, but typical Gore-Tex you might see in a hiking boot. I'll happily to a follow-up, but it was 72 degrees today, so hopefully awhile until I really test them.

If you are interested, www.probikekit.com has them for $205 delivered.

I'm interested in how they work out too. That's good to know about the sizing. Ladies Sidis fit me great in the heel cup, and actually a mens mega fits most comfortably across the ball of the foot. I saw them in person in a lbs. Was curious how they stay on with no low ankle strap like the genius and how the ankle band flexes. Hmm, I suppose if they were not warm enough, a bootie could go over them too. Thx for sharing thus far

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