wiggydiggy
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How far do you go? I wasted hours for a while getting all wrapped/unwrapped at either end of the 3 miles commute, now I just wear gloves and a jumper under the jacket if its very cold.
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Merino base layers are good - I have short and long sleeved ones, socks and gloves. The gloves are great for changeable days, I often wear them under a pair of fingerless mitts.
I agree. My fingers suffer badly on really cold days. I have sealskinz lobster gloves with thermal inner gloves which makes the worst days just about bearable. They afford just about enough dexterity for gear/brake operation.I quite like Sealskinz but find they're not warm enough on a real cold day.
Someone said earlier that too hot is worse than too cold (or something like that). I think that's wrong andThanks for all the advice. I knew i could rely on you.
My commute is 16-20 miles each way,and i visit customers,so no place to leave anything. It all stays in my panniers.
I see 1 or 2 customers per day and then cycle home. Have loved the weight loss,money saving and sheer delight of doing something no one else i know can do
This will be my first autumn on a bike and more importantly,my first commute. In terms of suitable gear,all i have are summer jerseys,padded shorts and mit gloves.
I'm thinking i need
A breathable hooded jacket that looks good off the bike. Saw a thread earlier,for a young son. I'm much older but that jacket does look good!
What should i be looking at in terms of base layers.should i wear stuff on my legs(under trousers).
Once off the bike,i need to be presentable in front of customers,so shirt and trousers is a must. Is there footwear out there suitable for cycling but still looks shoe(ish)?
Just a little confused,and i don't want to waste any money.
I've occasionally had my fingers in some muffs, but I find it difficult to keep them in on longer rides.Does anyone use those handkebar muffs or knows where to buy them?