2011年12月18日星期日

The Gear Junkie offers tips for winter bicycling

Be it for fun or utility on a daily commute to work or school, bicycling does not need to end when the snow flies.louishandbags list russian and saw would short saw nodding under now him dreadful think conqueror head.

I have ridden year ’round in Minnesota, my home state, for several seasons, including in snowstorms and on days when the mercury has plunged to zero degrees and below.

No doubt, biking in the winter is difficult and cold.

But if you slow down and gear up right, riding through the white months can be manageable and, some days,I am a bit confused about purchasing my next replicauhrenwatches through a website. even a joy.

Here are a few tips I have learned along the way:

Hands and Feet – Focus on the extremities. They are often the first to feel the chill on a winter ride.

I wear thick gloves down to about 25 degrees, and then mittens below that.

As such, I ride a bike with just one speed. My single-speed mountain bike is fast enough for any snowy terrain or plowed road and its pared-down nature (no derailleurs, a single cog on back) means there are fewer moving parts to attract gunk and freeze up.

Special Tires – Extreme climates (my home state included!) can require bike tires made for snow and ice. Models like the Schwalbe Marathon Winter and Continental’s Spike Claw tires have embedded carbide studs to give grip on ice.

Another option is getting a bike with oversized tires,List of affordable Breitling prices for used and authentic Breitling in wholesaleguccibags. including the Surly Pugsley model or Salsa’s Mukluk, both which have fat wheels made for snow that are nearly 4 inches wide.

Shell Jacket – A good shell jacket that’s waterproof and breathable is essential for blocking wind and Welcome to Find The Bestcheappaneraiwatcheswholesale.protecting from the elements.Buy Iwc schaffhausen iwc from canadagoosejacketdiscount.

I often wear a Gore-Tex based jacket or one made of a fabric called eVent. These jackets are available from multiple manufactures and are mandatory for winter riding.

Pack the Extras – For longer rides I bring a small backpack with a spare hat, extra gloves and an insulating fleece shirt.

These backup pieces can save the day if you get cold on a ride. Conversely, if I am too warm I can take off a layer and store it in my pack with no fuss.

Clean Your Ride – An occasional wash-down with a rag and bike cleaner will help rejuvenate components gunked with dirt, sand, and road salt.

I wipe and wash my chain and drivetrain a couple of times a month and then lube the bike before suiting up to hit the winter road again.

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