Re: [RBW] Re: Winter Cycling Wear!
Rode today at 36F. Thick wool socks inside light leather keens. Feet were fine. It rarely gets below 20F here. Below 30, I add booties over the shoes. Wooly warm tights are excellent, and they won't roast you if temps rise during the ride. Best way to get warm fast is climb a hill, of course. On Sat, Nov 12, 2011 at 2:11 PM, Liesl wrote: > On Nov 11, 3:09 pm, robert zeidler wrote: > > ...and what's everybody doing to get some heat in their legs? I find > > this, even with some embro, to be a real problem below 40 deg. > > in 10 to 35 degrees, I consistently wear medium weight wool long johns > (like others, Smartwool, Ibex, Icebreaker whatever), wool boxer briefs > (yes, the boys' work just fine, ladies; just bump up a size as the > butts are too small), thermohair sox, and then a pair of longish > baggie cargo shorts, and Steger Mukluks. This combo really helps > regulate--warm enough but not over-heating. I think feet are really > key and can't recommend stagers enough (and no, I don't work for them; > just use 'em) > > liesl > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Winter Cycling Wear!
On Nov 11, 3:09 pm, robert zeidler wrote: > ...and what's everybody doing to get some heat in their legs? I find > this, even with some embro, to be a real problem below 40 deg. in 10 to 35 degrees, I consistently wear medium weight wool long johns (like others, Smartwool, Ibex, Icebreaker whatever), wool boxer briefs (yes, the boys' work just fine, ladies; just bump up a size as the butts are too small), thermohair sox, and then a pair of longish baggie cargo shorts, and Steger Mukluks. This combo really helps regulate--warm enough but not over-heating. I think feet are really key and can't recommend stagers enough (and no, I don't work for them; just use 'em) liesl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Winter Cycling Wear!
Wool longjohns for the legs, works pretty good. It's kind of like dressing for some cross country skiing- you don't don't need super heavy insulation, except maybe on extremities (hands, feet, etc). -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/ENqjP2kowgMJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Winter Cycling Wear!
...and what's everybody doing to get some heat in their legs? I find this, even with some embro, to be a real problem below 40 deg. RGZ On Fri, Nov 11, 2011 at 3:19 PM, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > My "go-to" clothing in the Winter - Mix n match variety of wool and > man-made layers: > > UnderArmour (heavy or thin, short sleeve or long, mock or > turtleneck...depending on mercury) > Smartwool socks (again, of varying thicknesses) > Mountain HardWear Windstopper fleece jacket (WITH pit zips... a must > in varying temps) > Endura biker jacket (waterproof, breathable, zillions of pockets) > perfect for cold and mucky days > Comfy trousers, maybe with lycra tights safely hidden beneath > Ecco Country Walker shoes (or Danner insulated work boots for really > cold weather) > Wool cycling cap (when helmetless) or Mountain HardWear Windstopper > fleece hat > UnderArmour skull caps (various thicknesses) for under-helmet > Gloves... from thin XC ski gloves to huge ski gauntlets > > Extreme cold/snow... Anything goes... full balaclava, ski goggs, > Sorels, insulated ski pants. Hey, ...whatever it takes, just to be > out there. > > > On Nov 9, 9:05 pm, EricP wrote: >> All good choices so far. >> >> I'll add - Bemidji Woolen Mills heavy wool shirt. Although a Filson >> wool works well, too. >> Red Wing boots. Can't remember the model, but list member Tim clued >> me in on these last year. The best I've used. >> >> Riv wool usually under everything with MUSA pants and REI wind pants >> on top. Sometimes the Rivendell rain pants. Unfortunately, I >> purchased those in too small a size (M instead of L). They fit, but >> not optimal. >> >> Socks - Thermohair. Although my wife is knitting me a pair. When it >> gets cold, a pair of Sealskinz on top. >> >> Will also be using the new Woolywarm sweaters more. Have the Sargant >> and Buttonup with a Rollynecker on the way (embiggened for more >> layering room). >> >> And often a balaclava or Craft skull cap under helmet. >> >> Eric Platt >> St. Paul, MN >> (who is hoping this winter is nowhere near as bad as the last) >> >> On Nov 9, 2:45 pm, Garth wrote: >> >> >> >> > I wear all man made fibers myself, as I find even merino wools to be itchy. >> >> > Craft Pro Zero base layers are fantastic below 60. The seamless rubbed >> > design fits like a glove without lycra. The best I've used by far. >> > Defeet Un D shurts above 60. >> > If I wear I jersey, it's a Pearl Izumi Kodiak. >> >> > Various jackets and vests from Pearl Izumi to Mountain Hardwear, >> > Outdoor Research and Cloudveil. Soft shells offer the best balance of >> > breathability and wind blocking. >> > Rei boxers. >> > Marmot Scree soft shell pants. >> > Shoes Birkentock Boston or Columbia water shoes . Plastic bags under >> > Thorlo socks if really cold. >> > Outdoor Research Primaloft gloves, and/or Marmot Expedition Mittens. >> > Various balaclavas of varying thickness with a windstopper neck gaiter from >> > Easter Mountain Sports. No better neck gaiter! >> > Lowe Alpine Mountain caps are fantastic for the cold!- Hide quoted text - >> >> - Show quoted text - > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Winter Cycling Wear!
For context, I live in Fairbanks, Alaska. We've already had temperatures down to -10 this year, and I'll ride down to -20 or -30. Pants and tops are the easy part. Down to zero or a bit lower, I'm comfortable in a Sport Hill jacket and a single, medium-weight long-sleeved merino wool shirt. It's cold at first, but you warm up fast. When it's very cold, I'll add a heavier layer of wool or fleece over the base layer. For pants, I wear wool tights (Ibex, Icebreaker, the stuff Riv sells--doesn't matter) under Sport Hill expedition pants. Two layers of tights when it's colder. When it gets below -20, you need some windstopping material for your nether regions. Really, really need it. My head is a problem. It's hard to get adequate coverage without blocking my breath and getting all damp and foggy. I have about six different head and/or neck garments that I fiddle with depending on temperature. For boots, I wear some nice Salomons down to -10 or so, then I switch to big, heavy Baffin boots. Nominally for -60, I think. I prefer to use warm boots with a single layer of socks rather than layering socks. Nothing special for the hands. Thick gloves down to zero, then switch to mittens. Of course the thumb is the problem. If I'm going for a longer ride in extreme cold, I'll resort to using chemical handwarmers. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/nxnucf_2NhoJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Winter Cycling Wear!
My "go-to" clothing in the Winter - Mix n match variety of wool and man-made layers: UnderArmour (heavy or thin, short sleeve or long, mock or turtleneck...depending on mercury) Smartwool socks (again, of varying thicknesses) Mountain HardWear Windstopper fleece jacket (WITH pit zips... a must in varying temps) Endura biker jacket (waterproof, breathable, zillions of pockets) perfect for cold and mucky days Comfy trousers, maybe with lycra tights safely hidden beneath Ecco Country Walker shoes (or Danner insulated work boots for really cold weather) Wool cycling cap (when helmetless) or Mountain HardWear Windstopper fleece hat UnderArmour skull caps (various thicknesses) for under-helmet Gloves... from thin XC ski gloves to huge ski gauntlets Extreme cold/snow... Anything goes... full balaclava, ski goggs, Sorels, insulated ski pants. Hey, ...whatever it takes, just to be out there. On Nov 9, 9:05 pm, EricP wrote: > All good choices so far. > > I'll add - Bemidji Woolen Mills heavy wool shirt. Although a Filson > wool works well, too. > Red Wing boots. Can't remember the model, but list member Tim clued > me in on these last year. The best I've used. > > Riv wool usually under everything with MUSA pants and REI wind pants > on top. Sometimes the Rivendell rain pants. Unfortunately, I > purchased those in too small a size (M instead of L). They fit, but > not optimal. > > Socks - Thermohair. Although my wife is knitting me a pair. When it > gets cold, a pair of Sealskinz on top. > > Will also be using the new Woolywarm sweaters more. Have the Sargant > and Buttonup with a Rollynecker on the way (embiggened for more > layering room). > > And often a balaclava or Craft skull cap under helmet. > > Eric Platt > St. Paul, MN > (who is hoping this winter is nowhere near as bad as the last) > > On Nov 9, 2:45 pm, Garth wrote: > > > > > I wear all man made fibers myself, as I find even merino wools to be itchy. > > > Craft Pro Zero base layers are fantastic below 60. The seamless rubbed > > design fits like a glove without lycra. The best I've used by far. > > Defeet Un D shurts above 60. > > If I wear I jersey, it's a Pearl Izumi Kodiak. > > > Various jackets and vests from Pearl Izumi to Mountain Hardwear, > > Outdoor Research and Cloudveil. Soft shells offer the best balance of > > breathability and wind blocking. > > Rei boxers. > > Marmot Scree soft shell pants. > > Shoes Birkentock Boston or Columbia water shoes . Plastic bags under > > Thorlo socks if really cold. > > Outdoor Research Primaloft gloves, and/or Marmot Expedition Mittens. > > Various balaclavas of varying thickness with a windstopper neck gaiter from > > Easter Mountain Sports. No better neck gaiter! > > Lowe Alpine Mountain caps are fantastic for the cold!- Hide quoted text - > > - Show quoted text - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Winter Cycling Wear!
All good choices so far. I'll add - Bemidji Woolen Mills heavy wool shirt. Although a Filson wool works well, too. Red Wing boots. Can't remember the model, but list member Tim clued me in on these last year. The best I've used. Riv wool usually under everything with MUSA pants and REI wind pants on top. Sometimes the Rivendell rain pants. Unfortunately, I purchased those in too small a size (M instead of L). They fit, but not optimal. Socks - Thermohair. Although my wife is knitting me a pair. When it gets cold, a pair of Sealskinz on top. Will also be using the new Woolywarm sweaters more. Have the Sargant and Buttonup with a Rollynecker on the way (embiggened for more layering room). And often a balaclava or Craft skull cap under helmet. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN (who is hoping this winter is nowhere near as bad as the last) On Nov 9, 2:45 pm, Garth wrote: > I wear all man made fibers myself, as I find even merino wools to be itchy. > > Craft Pro Zero base layers are fantastic below 60. The seamless rubbed > design fits like a glove without lycra. The best I've used by far. > Defeet Un D shurts above 60. > If I wear I jersey, it's a Pearl Izumi Kodiak. > > Various jackets and vests from Pearl Izumi to Mountain Hardwear, > Outdoor Research and Cloudveil. Soft shells offer the best balance of > breathability and wind blocking. > Rei boxers. > Marmot Scree soft shell pants. > Shoes Birkentock Boston or Columbia water shoes . Plastic bags under > Thorlo socks if really cold. > Outdoor Research Primaloft gloves, and/or Marmot Expedition Mittens. > Various balaclavas of varying thickness with a windstopper neck gaiter from > Easter Mountain Sports. No better neck gaiter! > Lowe Alpine Mountain caps are fantastic for the cold! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Winter Cycling Wear!
I wear all man made fibers myself, as I find even merino wools to be itchy. Craft Pro Zero base layers are fantastic below 60. The seamless rubbed design fits like a glove without lycra. The best I've used by far. Defeet Un D shurts above 60. If I wear I jersey, it's a Pearl Izumi Kodiak. Various jackets and vests from Pearl Izumi to Mountain Hardwear, Outdoor Research and Cloudveil. Soft shells offer the best balance of breathability and wind blocking. Rei boxers. Marmot Scree soft shell pants. Shoes Birkentock Boston or Columbia water shoes . Plastic bags under Thorlo socks if really cold. Outdoor Research Primaloft gloves, and/or Marmot Expedition Mittens. Various balaclavas of varying thickness with a windstopper neck gaiter from Easter Mountain Sports. No better neck gaiter! Lowe Alpine Mountain caps are fantastic for the cold! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/76ExUtJDyxMJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Winter Cycling Wear!
> 1-Can't beat the chopper and wool mitt combo. Fingers stay toasty. Nothing > comes close when temps reach below 32. Still havn't figured out a version > for my toes. Dude! If you want foot choppers, check out Steger Mukluks! The Traditionals are what I've worn for the past 8 years. Chestnut colored moose hide lowers, rubberized bottoms, black canvas tops, wool felt liners. They are like wearing toasty warm soft bedroom slippers – and they look great. These were designed by polar explorer Will Steger for his expeditions to the North and South Pole, so rest assured they are warm. The only thing they don't do well is massive slush. Get some Grip Kings or similar, and you're good to go! http://www.mukluks.com/ yours, liesl in minneapolis -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Winter Cycling Wear!
1-Can't beat the chopper and wool mitt combo. Fingers stay toasty. Nothing comes close when temps reach below 32. Still havn't figured out a version for my toes. 2- Ibex coppi and when it's real cold a wool Balaclaver 3- Kukarick wool tights under Kuk wool shorts or when temps get a bit higher substitute w. leg and arm warmers by kuk 4- Ibex wool short sleeve shirt, Protogs vintage wool jersey,Smartwool trainer, Pearl Izumi windbreaker. 5- Vintage Specialized shoes. I use metal toe clips w. leather trim and might swap them out for plastic TC for winter riding. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/QnuFSEy42joJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Winter Cycling Wear!
Hmm I dunno. It's a slippery slope til one day you wake up wearing a Schwalbe 'Marathon Winter' codpiece (we've all been there!). -Matt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/IHQFnJCSx3oJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Winter Cycling Wear!
I don't know, Matt. Cut up a studded tire and it make a kind of edgy, almost steampunk gauntlet: http://www.etsy.com/listing/46921561/pair-spiked-leather-gauntlet-bracer?ref=sr_list_12&ga_search_submit=&ga_search_query=steampunk+arm+leather&ga_order=most_relevant&ga_ship_to=US&ga_view_type=list&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_facet=handmade and yours would be vegan. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/yMZeHZR9eJEJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Winter Cycling Wear!
I wear wool socks, wool mittens, wool watch cap, and when it really gets cold (less than 20F) a wool balaclava and ski-goggles.A regular jacket does the trick for keeping my body warm, since my core temperature is never a problem when I'm either riding or pushing the bike through snow. Also- not clothing obviously- but studded tires are a central part of my winter ensemble. -Matt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/QXXgpFVIBCUJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Winter Cycling Wear!
For commutes to/from work, I usually just wear my work clothes (jeans/ shirt/sweatshirt or sweater, regular shoes). If it's dry I'll top it off with a heavy wool sweater, scarf and wool cap under my helmet. For light rain I'll choose a lighter weight shirt and sweater and layer it under a Burley rain jacket and Rainlegs. For heavier rain I'll sawp in full Burley rain pants and shoe covers (this year I've been useing RBW Splats and they work well). If it's really cold I'll add a woo ear band to the cap, or swap in a heavier wool cap with ear flap. If it's really, really cold I'll add thin wool tights under my pants, though I always have to take them off at work because it's too warm. Gloves are most often ragg wool variety, even in the rain. I usually carry extra socks and gloves with me so I have a dry pair for the ride home. Beth -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Winter Cycling Wear!
Patagonia nanopuff vest over wool jersey; when it gets colder nanopuff pullover over wool. Novarra cycling pants. Silk glove liners under Riv summer crocheted gloves; when it gets colder Endura winter gloves. Light wool neck gaiter (doubles as face mask); Little Package wool hat w/earflaps. Wool socks year round. --Tom -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/KfB6n-cxU3MJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
