tdr1nka
Taking the biscuit
- Location
- SE London, Bandit Country
I know this is probably a bit early but with the holidays nearly over I've already started to think about my winter commutes.
I thought it would be helpful for me, and those who have only come back to cycling over the summer, and may have trepidation about cycling on through the dark, to have a recommended list of the 'must have' kit and some encouragement to keep us going, warm & dry, for those winter months.
Lets face it, once those nights start to draw close and the cold(and probably more rain)sets in, we can all succumb to second thoughts about getting out on the bike, braving the elements and have guilty trembles at the fear of turning into a fair weather cyclist!
My thinking is that a discussion now, gives folk a chance to compare choice and price before actually needing the kit.
This year I have cunningly put cash aside for just this purpose and don't want to buy cheap alternatives because the need arises.
My Personal 'wish list' includes;
*Please note that I have not ranged far in looking for items, I'm already buying from Chain Reaction and want to make one big order for ease and no UK postage.
All alternative recommendations gratefully received*
A waterproof/all weather jacket;
I am blessed with broad shoulders and v. gangley arms so I will need a jacket that has arms that will reach to my wrists, preferably covering the cuff of my gloves. Any ideas?
I want to be visible, hence the HiVi, but I'd be a lot more interested in black with reflective surfaces.
(My possible choices are here, here, and this.)
Gloves;
I cannot stand bulky winter gloves. My hands get too warm and sweaty
.
I'd like something full finger, that fits like a Marigold, lets my hands breath and keeps the rain out.
(Most likely candidates are these.)
Overshoes;
I only went clipless this spring and so a total newbie to the varied and confusing array of neoprene socks and overshoes. I have no idea where to start, do I even need them?
I'll be wearing shorts or longs through the winter as I prefer to get wet legs rather than cycle in wet clothes but if there are any suggestions on how to keep legs and even heads dry, it'd be well worth putting them on the list.
Here's to us keeping on, riding dry through the winter!
Cheers!
Tdr1nka
I thought it would be helpful for me, and those who have only come back to cycling over the summer, and may have trepidation about cycling on through the dark, to have a recommended list of the 'must have' kit and some encouragement to keep us going, warm & dry, for those winter months.
Lets face it, once those nights start to draw close and the cold(and probably more rain)sets in, we can all succumb to second thoughts about getting out on the bike, braving the elements and have guilty trembles at the fear of turning into a fair weather cyclist!
My thinking is that a discussion now, gives folk a chance to compare choice and price before actually needing the kit.
This year I have cunningly put cash aside for just this purpose and don't want to buy cheap alternatives because the need arises.
My Personal 'wish list' includes;
*Please note that I have not ranged far in looking for items, I'm already buying from Chain Reaction and want to make one big order for ease and no UK postage
.All alternative recommendations gratefully received*
A waterproof/all weather jacket;
I am blessed with broad shoulders and v. gangley arms so I will need a jacket that has arms that will reach to my wrists, preferably covering the cuff of my gloves. Any ideas?
I want to be visible, hence the HiVi, but I'd be a lot more interested in black with reflective surfaces.
(My possible choices are here, here, and this.)
Gloves;
I cannot stand bulky winter gloves. My hands get too warm and sweaty
.I'd like something full finger, that fits like a Marigold, lets my hands breath and keeps the rain out.
(Most likely candidates are these.)
Overshoes;
I only went clipless this spring and so a total newbie to the varied and confusing array of neoprene socks and overshoes. I have no idea where to start, do I even need them?
I'll be wearing shorts or longs through the winter as I prefer to get wet legs rather than cycle in wet clothes but if there are any suggestions on how to keep legs and even heads dry, it'd be well worth putting them on the list.
Here's to us keeping on, riding dry through the winter!
Cheers!
Tdr1nka
. The Lusso ones don't have a pad so I usually just wear a pair of old bib shorts under them.
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