Thursday, May 14, 2009

Winter Cycling in Minnesota

Yes, I live in Minesota and it does get cold up here in the Great White North. But not always that cold. This morning was a little different. It is the middle of May and it is still cold at 6am in the morning when I go out for my ride. While out on the ride, I thought about all the questions we get about cold weather gear and what things actually work to keep you warm. So here we go..

The Conditions:

40-46 degrees with about a 20-25 mph wind from the North. The ride started overcast, so no sun. By the end, we had clear skies and partly cloudy. In case you think in a kidding, take a look at my watch the image below it says 45 degrees at the bottom of the bezel.

Head:

tifosi sunglasses and etxeundo hatExteondo Stocking Cap, this is a great cap. It has a sweat band inside the hat. And yes, when it is that cold, if you dress properly, you will sweat. Eyewear: Tifosi Sunglasses work the best for me. The model pictured is a Tifosi Slip with AC Red. The AC red is great because it can be used in all conditions, morning, dusk, and bright sunshine. Saves on having to keep switching the lenses in and out.

Upper Body:skins compression baselayer, desoto jersey, and descente jacket

This is the most important area to keep warm, keep dry, and keep the moisture away from your body. The three pieces shown are a Skins Compression Long Sleeve Top, Desoto Long Sleeve Jersey and a Descente Varisty Jacket. The Skins top works great for improved circulation and wicking the moisture away from your skin, keeping you warmer. The Desoto jersey has a long tail for rear coverage and long sleeve for an extra layer. The Descente jacket has wind protection and full coverage over the rear. Which is important to keep your backside a little warmer.

Lower Body and Feet:
assos tights, capoforma socks and sidi cycling shoes
Assos Tights with no chamois, Skins Compression long tights, and Skins Compression Shorts with chamois. Again, the same thought as on top, three layers: one for performance and moisture, second for additional warmth, and the last for protection from the elements. For the Feet, just Assos shoe covers, Capoforma Skinlife socks, and my SIDI Cycling shoes, that it.

The Hands:
assos gloves and nike lance 4
Assos has, by far, the best cycling glove setup in the market. Picture are the AirJack 851 gloves with the liners, and a Nike Lance 4.

But that is about it. And a couple parting thoughts about the cold air. "Your water always will be cold and refreshing" and "You will actually sweat if dressed properly."

Hope that helps and talk to you later.

Stephen McCarthy
Gear and Training
"Attacking Life and Sport Since 2001"

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