habernac

pearl izumi skull cap for 10C to abput 0C. I take the padding out of my helmet and use a plain old toque after that.

Hitman

Thanks for the help. It was in the 30's this morning. My head was pretty cold.
I have been looking at these:
https://www.performancebike.com/shop/...tegory_ID=1343
https://www.performancebike.com/shop/...tegory_ID=1343

d2create

These seem like they would be too much material for under a helmet, especially during warmer months, no?

KrisPistofferson

I like balaclavas, but it really only gets cold enough for them twice a year in Tennessee, the rest of the time earmuffs are just fine. I get really hot when I cycle even in the winter, so it's nice to have my head bare.

swwhite

I have a little helmet liner by "Peak Technology" (so says embroidery on it). It is the size of a stocking cap, but very thin. It works to down around freezing. Then I switch to a balaclava that is a bit thicker. Below zero, I put a fragment of fleece inside the helmet to block the vents. I've gone down to 15 below that way.

cooleric1234

+1 on the Buff.

I use it in summer to mop up sweat, and in shoulder seasons as a beanie or balaclava. For truly cold weather I have a dedicated balaclava with windproof fleece.

coldfeet

+1 I have one of those and the difference they make is remarkable. Also easy to slip off once you start working hard in less cold weather.

randomgear

For real cold, I recommend a thin hat with "windstopper" in it. I've been wearing one for the past three winters and I just love it. It blocks the wind, but the downside is that it also muffles noise if you pull it over your ears - so be careful. I haven't tried it under a helmet, but it should work. If it's not too cold, I would recommend something a bit more breathable. Eastern Mountain Sports, REI and other such stores offer several versions - about $25 to $40.

tballx

This works well for me. Covers my ears nicely too.

chiefhoser

Nope, they do seem big at first, and I admit when I got mine in the mail I was skeptical, but after trying it out it worked perfectly. No bunching up, not too hot, just right.

Jonnymitchell

I seem to buy a new Louis Garneau every year.

That means I lose them frequently AND really like them!

Thanks for the reminder, just ordered a new one

I-Like-To-Bike

Baseball cap above 30°F; knit cap below 30°; below 15°, knit cap under hoodie. May not work with a helmet.

Pictured is the finest of knit caps, keep your head and heart warm; perfect for biking as well as wearing to a white-out.

alpinist

Gotta thank you bald guys for turning me on to the buff! I'm a hairy guy, hair down to my shoulders, but I read this thread out of curiosity. I do wear bandanas and such outdoors to cover the bald spot and the part while hiking and climbing and running, but the buff does a much better job. Lighter, more versatile, softer... Just costs a lot more.

Thanks, baldies!

fcormier

I wear a Louis Garneau Baffin cap between 0C and 10C and a MEC Tech Fleece cap below 0C.

CCrew

Body Armor fleece skull cap. They're like $20

-Roger

Zero_Enigma

Don't ask. I've a few more coming later. O_o;; If some ninjas here can find my old thread on this post the thread please.

sauerwald

My winter helmet is a ski helmet - keeps my ears and head warm at temps down to about 20F, at which time the balaclava is added.

tate65

I just picked up a snowbaord helmet on sale for $20 (last years model). I can't wait for it to get cold enough to try it. Not sure how much the ear covers will cut down on teh sound? They are removable.

Caleab

Also having some issues with my bald head being cold. This weekend I picked up a Bellwether ( https://www.modernbike.com/itemgroup....175518&TID=367 )headband thing that covers my ears too (leaves the top open). I wasn't sure how it would work, but coming in this morning @ 43 degrees and I was perfect. I also picked up another at the LBS. I don't buy skullcaps anymore unless I can try them on. Too many nickel and dime purchases online that were WAY too small.

jfz

I use a bandana when it starts to get cool and when it really gets cold I use a hard hat liner.

EnigManiac

You guys in the States cover your bald heads in the winter? Up here in Canada, we ride all year long without hats. Remember the band from Montreal, 'Men Without Hats?' Their full name was Men Riding Bikes Without Hats.

Just kiddin'.

I use a touque, a good old-fashioned Canadian touque. Just be sure to let it air dry before you ride back.