Its time again.  Winter bike commuting is the best.  I like riding in the summer.  But there is something about the winter that gets me going.  Partly it’s the quiet.  Riding on snow is nearly silent.  And on a fat tire bike, it is even better.  I can float through 6 inches of fresh snow.  On studded tires that would have been a drudge.  Not on a Fatty.

Thinking about what to wear is always a consideration.  Today, it was 25 degrees.  I wore my ski helmet.  It is a great winter bike helmet.  Then, silk long underwear,  bike pants, and bike rain pants, with a pair of smart wool socks and pack boots.  (I do miss my cleated shoes.)  On top, a light wool undershirt, a wool sweater and a jacket.  Add a pair of leather reflective gloves, and I was a hot sweaty mess when I got to work.  It always takes a few rides to work out the fashion of the day.  Add a few lights and reflective tape, and it’s all good.

Ride On!