I am seriously missing my daily commute since the schools are closed. I depended on that bit of recreation to start the day during the winter. I am prepared though. I don't entirely miss out on the winter fun in the snow piled parking lots and side streets.
The Marathons are thick with studs all along the perimeters. They keep me upright on the snowy streets for trips around town to the various stores that are still open. For some reason they feel heavier than the 29'er size. I suppose the increase in the rotational force makes them feel that way on a 16 inch wheel. Some science-guys can ponder that one, I just ride my bike. It's not going to be an all occasion winter ride, I can't imagine cutting through blowing snow drifts on it but it's going to continue being fun for the simple trips.
I'm still managing to get around for a 20 mile ride on the Giant Talon with studs.
It makes the local trail system more like an MTB single track to get the metabolism pumped up every other day. The heavy snows are still ahead and I look forward to working it out in the warm cold weather riding. The challenge, as I am constantly trying to explain to people, is to prevent over heating. I curse myself as I walk to the garage, two blocks down the road I start unzipping and trying to cool off.
I also thought of adding studded tires on my Dahon, but refrained, instead adding studded shoes on my 26" fired commuter bike. I'm happy with how it handled on snowy paths.
ReplyDeleteI've been extremely hot lately wearing my new winter helmet so I've experimented with wearing lightweight cap and neck gators. What an improvement!
Yep, sealing off the top of your head will make you very hot while riding in cold weather. I pull a neck gaiter up over my ears and face with a regular helmet. Sometimes I'll wear a hood, but it usually comes down after a couple miles.
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