Cold Feet

[CorsairMac]

I have real problems with my feet getting cold Rhode Island Red - so I wear SmartWool heavy socks, SealSkinz Socks (REI) and Neoprene covers when the temps are below 25. I also flex my toes while riding so the cold from the cleat doesn't "seep" in. So far this winter (which has been darn cold for NM), my feet have been fine down to 0 temps.


and Bikeless: yes LBS is Local Bike Shop, DH=downhill or Dear Husband depending on the context - it could also mean other things if that Husband is now an ex.

[Bike Goddess]

I wear wool (Smart Wool) socks year round rain or shine. Covering up the holes in the bottom of your shoes will help as well. Masking tape will work just fine!

Just got some Merino wool underwear from REI- long sleeved top and tank tops (on sale). Have worn the sleeved top under my jersey 3 times now in 35-40 degree weather, in rain showers, and in wind. Works great!

I also bought a Goretex parka at Performance Bike a couple of years ago that I use for cold days. Since Goretex breathes, it helps with condensation. I'm not nearly as wet using this plus my warmest long sleeve jersey and my wool undershirt.

I recommend wool for year round cycling. It's been great for my feet even in 90 degree weather! I'm going to try the long sleeved wool top for the Death Valley century in March. That will be the warm weather test!

[fixedgeargirl]

Lake and Sidi (and maybe others) make insulated winter biking boots. I haven't tried them, since they don't make them small enough , but do know they are out there.

[DeniseGoldberg]

Lake and Sidi (and maybe others) make insulated winter biking boots. I haven't tried them, since they don't make them small enough , but do know they are out there.

A friend at work just got the Lake winter boots. He was thinking that they would be sufficient without shoe covers and without toe warmers - but the jury is still out. He said they are warmer than his normal cycling shoes, but not as warm as he'd expected.

--- Denise

[bikerHen]

After enjoying the thrill of the hunt for new shoes I finally found a pair. Unfortunetly, not the ones I intended to get. I decided I don't ride enough in the cold to get special shoes just for that. And beside, no one in town had any that fit. The mtb shoes I ride with are really pretty thick and heavy. I did get a pair of wind stopper socks that helped quite a bit on my ride yesterday. Still not perfect, but I'm going to add toe warmers next time and see if that combo works.

What I did get was my first pair of "real" road bike shoes. They are going to be great for warmer weather riding, well ventilated and are a perfect match to my bike. And since I've been thinking about upgrading my pedal system, this seemed like the perfect time to do that as well. So I now have new shoes, new pedals and can't wait to try them on the road.