Winter biking gear¶
- Double layer hands with work-gloves
- Use overmits as a layer
- Jackets with pit-zips are super nice
- Milk jugs attached to handlebars can block the wind and keep hands from getting numb
- Pedal toe clips with no straps
- BMX platform pedals with studs
- Bike wearing boots to keep the feet warm
- Protect lungs from dry, cold air (Damaging over time)
- Have a space blanket in case you get stranded outside
- keep in mind to “dress like you are going camping”
Bike maintenance¶
- Add a layer of grease to the chain after clean application of “wet” lube
- Chainsaw oil for the winter
- Don’t need to worry about collecting grime as much as keeping a layer of protection from salt
- Its cheap and super sticky
Riding technique¶
- Practice falling into snow banks
- Practice going into and out of snow banks
Events to get other people into winter biking¶
- Sewing party to add reflective tape to clothing and gear
- Ice bike races
- Ice polo
- Advocate clean windshield laws!
- Hot chocolate day
