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Not that I've ever seen...sounds like a terrible idea.
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I’ll bite…
You’d need a really good outer shell because down sucks when wet. Or maybe have a built in oil dispenser.
You’d need a really good outer shell because down sucks when wet. Or maybe have a built in oil dispenser.
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i made a pair out of a down jacket someone put out on the curb.
for cold and dry weather only. and SPD pedals. i have shoe covers for rain already.
just wanted something good for the low 30's.
i did a search but found no commercial version out there..
just wanted to know if i am the only one riding theses things.
for cold and dry weather only. and SPD pedals. i have shoe covers for rain already.
just wanted something good for the low 30's.
i did a search but found no commercial version out there..
just wanted to know if i am the only one riding theses things.
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They have over-booties for hunters. But they are not meant to be pedaled in…
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Why? I mean, if you've already gone to the trouble and it works for you, then great. But as a solution for the rest of us?
3mm neoprene booties are good down to the teens, °F. Below that, slip chemical hand warmers on top of the toe of your shoe and under the bootie, that's worked for me down to single digits °F. If that didn't do the trick, I'd probably switch to Sorrel boots with flats. Or, more likely, ride the trainer or go skiing or snowshoeing. (If it's that cold then there's likely snow on the ground, why not do some cross training?)
3mm neoprene booties are good down to the teens, °F. Below that, slip chemical hand warmers on top of the toe of your shoe and under the bootie, that's worked for me down to single digits °F. If that didn't do the trick, I'd probably switch to Sorrel boots with flats. Or, more likely, ride the trainer or go skiing or snowshoeing. (If it's that cold then there's likely snow on the ground, why not do some cross training?)
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Neoprene is fine for the 20s, it should be good for the 30s, too.
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But I'll bite again. Is this for some rad wide tire arctic expedition, or for an e-bike?
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Rather than outside, look inside your shoes. Buy a pair that are a size too big and add another layer of socks - preferably wool or a cold-weather blend of wool & poly.
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FWIW, I have a set of old shoe covers for slotted-cleat pedals that have a synthetic down fill:
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I've never understood the idea of adding lightweight insulation to the outside of something heavier, when the warmth source is inside the heavier mass. skidder has the better idea in post #10, I think.
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A classic BF thread! OP asks about an idea that is roundly denounced. A few posts later tells us he's done it and for his riding it works really well. (I was like the first few to respond. Virtually all of my winter riding has been in wet places like southern Michigan, Boston and the PNW but I kept my mouth shut.) The fact that we've learned the OP is doing something that works well for him barely slows the ridicule of his idea.
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A classic BF thread! OP asks about an idea that is roundly denounced. A few posts later tells us he's done it and for his riding it works really well. (I was like the first few to respond. Virtually all of my winter riding has been in wet places like southern Michigan, Boston and the PNW but I kept my mouth shut.) The fact that we've learned the OP is doing something that works well for him barely slows the ridicule of his idea.
We have learned what again from the OP?
FYI: you didn’t keep your mouth shut
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I have used the little toe covers and full shoe and ankle covers, depending on temp. The full shoe and ankle covers have brushed fleece and are windproof too, which has always been plenty for me. Once wind is blocked, I am pretty good to go.
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As I posted elsewhere. Lenz electric socks. None of the other solutions have worked, I have also used Hotronics. I probably got frostbite years ago and my toes will go painful below about 45 degrees. I've tried inside plastic bags, neoprene, fleece, shells, etc. Double and triple coverings over the lower legs. Getting them on can be like dealing with compression socks. Rechargeable batteries snap on near the top and there's a 3-setting button heat choice or, of course, these days, there's an APP for that.
Just two days ago:
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i made a pair out of a down jacket someone put out on the curb.
for cold and dry weather only. and SPD pedals. i have shoe covers for rain already.
just wanted something good for the low 30's.
i did a search but found no commercial version out there..
just wanted to know if i am the only one riding theses things.
for cold and dry weather only. and SPD pedals. i have shoe covers for rain already.
just wanted something good for the low 30's.
i did a search but found no commercial version out there..
just wanted to know if i am the only one riding theses things.
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I have virtually no circulation in my toes. I now use an electric foot warmer in the office. wonder if I have diabetes. anyway, this time of year I resort to adding heat & winter boots. but toe warmers also work in regular shoes if it's not frigid out. just loosen the laces get the foot in & re-adjust the laces
when it's really bad I use hand warmers, (usually w/ less tape than this) hehe
when it's really bad I use hand warmers, (usually w/ less tape than this) hehe
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A classic BF thread! OP asks about an idea that is roundly denounced. A few posts later tells us he's done it and for his riding it works really well. (I was like the first few to respond. Virtually all of my winter riding has been in wet places like southern Michigan, Boston and the PNW but I kept my mouth shut.) The fact that we've learned the OP is doing something that works well for him barely slows the ridicule of his idea.
i made a pair out of a down jacket someone put out on the curb.
for cold and dry weather only. and SPD pedals. i have shoe covers for rain already.
just wanted something good for the low 30's.
i did a search but found no commercial version out there..
just wanted to know if i am the only one riding theses things.
for cold and dry weather only. and SPD pedals. i have shoe covers for rain already.
just wanted something good for the low 30's.
i did a search but found no commercial version out there..
just wanted to know if i am the only one riding theses things.
All I saw was a planned temperature range (FWIW I handle low 30s easily with thick wool socks) and the "cold and dry weather only" limitation.
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