Quote Originally Posted by Juliegoddess View Post
I think my climate might be similar to yours...do you find that the wind gets through the merino knit? I'm worried about windproofing. I'd love to just wear wool, but what about down to 32 degrees with a bit of wind?
I've done 25 mile rides as cold as about 30F. Any colder than that and i just can't keep my hands and feet warm anymore, and it's no fun. that's when i do fitness walks instead, which keep the blood moving better in my hands and feet.
So I never ride much below 35F. But even with a wind, I'm ok in wool.

Yes, I do feel the cool air coming through the wool. But that's the great thing about it- the wool keeps me nice and warm no matter what, and the little hint of cool air circulating through actually feels wonderful and refreshing. It's hard to describe- you have to experience it! (This coming from someone who spent most of her life freezing her but off while trying to keep warm in polyester jackets and acryllic sweaters.... lol! )