It is barely autumn and some of you may shun me for bringing up snow…however preparing for inclement weather is important! Especially if you’re a bike commuter. This will be my first year doing the winter bike commute so I thought what a great time for a contest!
Submit your best winter bike commuting tips and gear/clothing suggestions to contests@mycupcakemafia.com by the end of the day Friday, October 2! I will choose a winner at random and the winner will receive a handknit goody from me. Winner gets their choice of a hat, scarf or yoga socks and input on the color selection.
All tips and suggestion will be posted in an upcoming post. If you would like your contribution to remain anonymous at time of posting please mention that in your email.
3 Comments
September 30, 2009 at 10:18
Bundle up.. knee socks, beanie, fingerless mittens that are convertable. keep coco on stock too.. warm stuff thats all i can think. geez you are in CO too. brrrr
October 2, 2009 at 07:09
If you are riding hardcore you can take a few newspaper sheets with you. Keep them in your jersey pocket, and before you blast downhill you put the newspaper under your shirts and against your skin. It acts as a windbreaker and soaks up the sweat. When you are at the bottom of the hill, pull out the paper and your still dry and warm!
October 12, 2009 at 13:34
General tips:- if you're biking in snow, make small corrections if the bike starts sliding a bit, just like a car.- don't brake too hard or suddenly if you think there might be ice around.- wear a windproof breathable outer layer to keep the heat your body generates close by!- next-to-skin layers should be synthetic or wool (try Ibex) with zippers so you can adjust air flow as you ride- if you're warm enough when you start, you're probably wearing too much!- make sure your socks leave enough room for toe-wiggling!- wear shoes that are airtight, i.e. no running sneakers, your feet will freeze!- be visible! lots of lights and reflective tape, as always.Hope these help!
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