Body hardening-degrees of acclimization

[shootingstar]

I will ride in weather down to 20F but it's a challenge. Even with layers on, including 2 layers of gloves and socks, my feet and hands freeze.

I'm impressed for anyone who cycles at 20F. I will cycle down to 0 degrees C or just a tiny bit colder. But I wouldn't be going far on a ride..no more than 15-20 kms. at most. And preferably with no strong cold wind under those temperatures.

And I've never worn shoecovers when I cycle at freezing temp. for the distance I stated. However my partner might wear shoe covers at same temp. However my fingers are sensitive to cold, since I have Reynauld's.


I don't have any wool cycling gear.