Winter Bike Commuting Tips
January 7th, 2008 Wade
The Gear Junkie has posted 10 tips for riding safe in the Winter months. One key point he makes is to “ride straight”. The few times I’ve ventured out in the snow and ice to ride I found this out. Sharp turns can be a disaster. All his tips are great things to keep in mind. Now if I could just get the gumption to start riding in the Winter!
“Bike tires hum on snow, and they buzz on ice. But they rarely slip when you’re going straight. Gears click and shift the same in almost any weather. Just remember the lube. And the cold wind? With the right clothing it’s not an issue, according to regular wintertime riders. This article offers 10 tips to get you riding fast and safe on the winter road…”
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1. Gudrun | January 7th, 2008
we don’t have snow here in Palo Alto, but I do sometimes ride in the rain. I have a nice rain suit, but I wonder, should I cover my shoes with something? And what about my head (under my helmet)?
2. Wade | January 7th, 2008
Good point Gudrun. I got caught in the rain a few months ago on the way to work and my head got a little wet inside the helmet. But it was only a gentle rain so my head didn’t get soaked.
Plus I have the luxury of a casual dress code at work, so I had on gore-tex shoes and just threw on a ball cap when I got there.
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