It's between 30-45 degrees and raining, you're riding 30-50 miles. How do you dress?
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This is a very good piece of advice. What's your contingency plan for having an accident under these circumstances - any kind where you're off the bike and unable to produce heat? To me it's really not that different from hiking in a remote area. I would want to have an extra layer that keeps me warm without requiring me to pedal and some extra food. If you're concerned with bringing too much stuff with you, ask whether it's more important for you: to get out and be safe or to go fast. Being wet (rain or sweat) and out in 30-45 degrees without a way to keep yourself warm is a recipe for disaster.
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Velotoze and merino wool.
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GripGrab is not well known in the US but are big in Europe. They user reviews are excellent and that is my basis for wanting a pair. Most people say they are excellent and I hope so given the price.
I'm willing to find out and will let everyone know if and when.
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GripGrab has something with a similar purpose.
https://www.gripgrab.com/collections/cyclingaiters
Not sure how well they work or how the price compares to dry suit parts.
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GripGrab has something with a similar purpose.
https://www.gripgrab.com/collections/cyclingaiters
Not sure how well they work or how the price compares to dry suit parts.
https://www.gripgrab.com/collections/cyclingaiters
Not sure how well they work or how the price compares to dry suit parts.
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So, the simplest thing for most folks is to buy online: The ankle seals I use are like these: Dry Suit Replacement Ankle Seal - One Size | APS
Or buy at your local dive shop. Trim to fit tight but comfortably. The bell obviously goes down. No adhesive necessary .
You can also use ankle seals over the tops of booties, which works well and is a lot cheaper than winter boots, just not as warm and dry. Ankle seals must go on the bare ankle, so no tall socks. I've ridden all day in the rain and had dry feet.
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The best/warmest booties I've used are these: Search results for BBB HeavyDuty Overshoes
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We just had a discussion about this on our local rando list. One of our rando guys either invented it or heard it from somewhere else and I got it from him, so I'm trying to pass on the knowledge as usual.
So, the simplest thing for most folks is to buy online: The ankle seals I use are like these: Dry Suit Replacement Ankle Seal - One Size | APS
Or buy at your local dive shop. Trim to fit tight but comfortably. The bell obviously goes down. No adhesive necessary .
You can also use ankle seals over the tops of booties, which works well and is a lot cheaper than winter boots, just not as warm and dry. Ankle seals must go on the bare ankle, so no tall socks. I've ridden all day in the rain and had dry feet.
So, the simplest thing for most folks is to buy online: The ankle seals I use are like these: Dry Suit Replacement Ankle Seal - One Size | APS
Or buy at your local dive shop. Trim to fit tight but comfortably. The bell obviously goes down. No adhesive necessary .
You can also use ankle seals over the tops of booties, which works well and is a lot cheaper than winter boots, just not as warm and dry. Ankle seals must go on the bare ankle, so no tall socks. I've ridden all day in the rain and had dry feet.
I feel a little foolish not having this sorted out yet and generally just stuff newspapers into my wet shoes at work. A couple of hours after the soggy paper is removed the shoes are reasonably dry but it's a hassle.
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How long did it take to start the fire?
My biggest worry about inclement conditions is the slipping and crashing part.
Clothing is optional.
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The best/warmest booties I've used are these: Search results for BBB HeavyDuty Overshoes
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Tee shirt, gym shorts, my kindle, in front of the fireplace.
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Best I've ever used. I captain a tandem, which always involves a little toe dabbing during stopping. I have to reinforce the toe bottom of one of them with Shoe Goo from time to time. Had them 2 winters so far.
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that was last winter during a blizzard, or near blizzard. governor didn't ban driving, but by rides's end it was pretty dicey driving home. from what I remember, it didn't take long at all. found a spot under cover from the falling snow, cleared a patch down to dirt, fuel & kindling was everywhere. cleared up the frozen fog on the goggles pretty easily. don't worry the little stuff burned up & I was able to knock it down & I doused it with snow & a little water. I also raked the area w my feet so it wouldn't be unsightly. after that, I started carrying some fire starting sticks on the remote trails but never made another fire
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frustrated boyscout I guess. my 2 older brother & Dad were scouts. by time I came along they were all over it. Dad's 90 & still just sent me a compass. there's a tri-state marker cpl miles thru the woods on a side foot trail, from that spot. I should try finding it again
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Long sleeve merino baselayer, short sleeve jersey, Rapha rain or softshell jacket, specialized rain gloves, regular bibs with some specialized legwarmers, and shoe covers. Oh, and a cycling cap, but I always wear one of those. That will get my down to about 28 degrees no problem.
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Merlin emailed me about Spatz.
Not sure what to think. I'd probably stay home if it came to this.
https://www.merlincycles.com/spatz-p...es-104357.html
-Tim-
Not sure what to think. I'd probably stay home if it came to this.
https://www.merlincycles.com/spatz-p...es-104357.html
-Tim-
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Riding hard? I've done jersey + bibshorts in that weather before.
Riding casually? I've done wool long sleeve + rain jacket + bibshorts + leg warmers + rain shoecovers in the same temps and rain.
All depends on the ride really. Like nutrition.
Riding casually? I've done wool long sleeve + rain jacket + bibshorts + leg warmers + rain shoecovers in the same temps and rain.
All depends on the ride really. Like nutrition.
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I'd wear jeans, a tee shirt, sweater, and light jacket. Then I'd head to the pub.
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that was last winter during a blizzard, or near blizzard. governor didn't ban driving, but by rides's end it was pretty dicey driving home. from what I remember, it didn't take long at all. found a spot under cover from the falling snow, cleared a patch down to dirt, fuel & kindling was everywhere. cleared up the frozen fog on the goggles pretty easily. don't worry the little stuff burned up & I was able to knock it down & I doused it with snow & a little water. I also raked the area w my feet so it wouldn't be unsightly. after that, I started carrying some fire starting sticks on the remote trails but never made another fire
frustrated boyscout I guess. my 2 older brother & Dad were scouts. by time I came along they were all over it. Dad's 90 & still just sent me a compass. there's a tri-state marker cpl miles thru the woods on a side foot trail, from that spot. I should try finding it again
However I believe I'm still bound to secrecy, fight club rules.
Fire is one of the most basic elements of human existence that almost everyone should understand.
Yet, I've seen far too many people who fail miserably while attempting to light a BBQ grill.
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I've had good results w/ neoprene booties.
Like a wetsuit, don't keep your feet totally dry, but warm & protect shoes & socks from road grit.
Like a wetsuit, don't keep your feet totally dry, but warm & protect shoes & socks from road grit.
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just tried a pair of straight bar mitts & gotta say, I'm a fan