Quote Originally Posted by Selkie View Post
I hate to say it, but without the proper winter gear, it's not easy to enjoy cycling in the cold. That's just my humble opinion, however, and premised on the fact that -- as an endurance cyclist -- I'm usually out on the bike for about 2 hours or more. Cold is a relative thing, too. Some people wear shorts when it's 40 degrees and are fine.
I do long rides as well. As I remember last winter I was out in just athletic shoes and socks in upper 20 temps - but I was just learning how to ride last year...so my sessions were rather short - though they did NOT feel like it

So I am trying to find a balance - I can't spend a fortune on the hard-core gear until I figure out if I will like it - but I have to get a certain amount to give me a chance to like it. It is a Catch 22 situation for sure. I do appreciate all of the advice!