Ear Protection for the Cold
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Whether it's the angle I've never seen, or just the fact that most of the cyclists here in Atlanta who wear them are a bit bike snobbish. . . could just be my misconception. . . but I have never seen the appeal of this style hat. Now granted I despise houndstooth too. Maybe when I get a a "mature" age? . . . LOL, yea that's not happening
I shouldn't say that, I have plenty of stuff I hate the look of but it's comfy so. . . oh well.
This winter I'm seriously considering cutting up some cheap target compression ware stretchy clothing and sewing some around the helmet straps. That'd be plenty for me, but depends on the location.
I shouldn't say that, I have plenty of stuff I hate the look of but it's comfy so. . . oh well.
This winter I'm seriously considering cutting up some cheap target compression ware stretchy clothing and sewing some around the helmet straps. That'd be plenty for me, but depends on the location.
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I just use a thin hat. It doesn't take much to keep your head/ears warm while exercising and it fits well under a helmet. Here's a skull cap from Nashbar for $8.00: https://www.amazon.com/Nashbar-Therma.../dp/B004UMENK2
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I have a pair of thin clamp-on style ear muffs, I think the brand name is "Ear Grips". They are thin enough to fit under my helmet and work well to keep my ears warm.
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+1 on the thin lycra tubes that multi-function as neck gaitor, balaclava, beanie, etc. depending on how you wear them.
I picked up a couple at a big box sporting goods store. Sorry, don't know the brand name. One matches my club jersey, the other matches my usual HiVis attire.
I wear one with a "transition" lycra skullcap/beanie that covers my ears.
I picked up a couple at a big box sporting goods store. Sorry, don't know the brand name. One matches my club jersey, the other matches my usual HiVis attire.
I wear one with a "transition" lycra skullcap/beanie that covers my ears.
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Walz caps are good for on the bike and off.
I have this one in houndstooth. I get a lot of compliments.
https://walzcaps.com/caps_wool-earflap.html
I have this one in houndstooth. I get a lot of compliments.
https://walzcaps.com/caps_wool-earflap.html
Doesn't cover the ears though.
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I'm tempted to get one of those skull caps for the colder weather for when the headband isn't enough cuz rite now and for years I've been using thin knit watch caps - the short ones you don't have to fold over. I've tried on many cycling skull caps at bike shops and I remember the fit and feel varying quite a bit. Some were too tight or too thick. I think buying on-site at an LBS is the better idea. I did the same with my pearl izumi cycling headband and am very happy with it. At the back it says micro s sensor. I think it is one of these.
https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_no...headband&ajr=0
https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_no...headband&ajr=0
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I found a pair of earmuffs at Marks Work Wearhouse that are meant to be worn with hard hats. They consist of a spring frame covered with black fleece fabric. Sometimes they slip a bit, but the springs in the framework mainly keep them on my ears with the band in back underneath my helmet. Check out a store that specializes in work clothing and safety boots, they'll probably have them.
e.t.a.: here's what they look like:
https://www.canadiantire.ca/browse/pr...romSearch=true
e.t.a.: here's what they look like:
https://www.canadiantire.ca/browse/pr...romSearch=true
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Same here. I love that they fit over helmet straps well and fold up easily for stashing. If I know it's going to be a cold, long ride I might go with my fleece headband, but for moderate cold & short trips the 180s win. I've also tried Goretex-lined headbands, but really disliked how much sound they blocked.
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Can't find it online, but I was at a Kmart today and picked up this weird 4 in 1 fabric thingy. Essentially, it's a neck gaitor/hoodie combo with two drawstrings and three cord locks. Maybe a bit too warm for the 50's, but should be fine down to the mid 30's or so. Time will tell.
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Buff Headwear made of Merino Wool offers versality and comfort, does not get to hot. https://www.amazon.com/Buff-Wool-kaky...&keywords=buff
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Helmuffs! https://gigishandywork.com/ She still sells them through etsy and some other places. I have a pair and they're great.
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I have a pair of the fleece ear warmers that slip over the helmet straps. They are triangular and have velcros across the top opening to keep them in place. I find they are great for cool but not cold weather riding. When it does get cold, I compliment them with a windstopper skull cap that completely covers my ears. I'm not sure who makes them, but I'm sure I've seen them recenlty in my LBS. They are kind of an obscure item, but they work.
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If you are riding and suddenly discover the temps are a little cooler than you thought, you can warm your ears by stuffing in a little kleenex.