{"id":157,"date":"2022-12-29T19:31:14","date_gmt":"2022-12-30T00:31:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/tdi_44_235"},"modified":"2023-10-22T09:02:55","modified_gmt":"2023-10-22T13:02:55","slug":"winter-gear-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/whatthetrail.com\/?p=157","title":{"rendered":"How I stay warm in the winter"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

I get cold very easily, especially my hands and feet, but I try my best to not let the cold weather ruin my rides. Below is the winter gear guide with what I wear when temperature gets below around 10\u00b0. It also depends on how strong the wind is and whether I will be riding Road or MTB. The MTB trails tend to be more protected from the wind as they are covered by trees. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I personally stop riding once the temperature is too cold for my gear. There is definitely warmer gear out there that I could purchase to extend the riding season but, for now, I choose not to as this gear is good enough to cover most of the season before snow and ice gets in the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The gear listed below I use for both Road and MTB<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Base Layer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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From Gobik.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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I use a merino wool base layer, usually from Gobik, underneath a cycling jacket. This item is rated to work for a temperature range from -5\u00b0 to 10\u00b0 C. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Jacket<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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From Gobik.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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I use a jacket on top and mine is rated for temperatures ranging from 0\u00b0 to 12\u00b0 C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For me, this jacket combined with the base layer it is enough to keep me warm up to around 3-5\u00b0C.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Bandana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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From Gobik.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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I use a bandana that I wear around my neck and, if needed, I can extend it over my nose to protect my face from the windchill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I actually like to use this in the summer for MTB as well, especially if it is an area with mosquitos, as I can cover my face when needed to prevent them from biting me or getting under my glasses (or in my nose!).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Socks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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From Gobik.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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During the winter I switch from regular cycling socks to merino wool socks. They keep my toes warmer but it is still not enough if it gets too cold. Which is why I use a shoe cover listed below.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Shoe Covers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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From Castelli-cycling.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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One of my most recurring issues is that my feet get too cold too quickly. I started using a shoe cover on top of my cycling shoes and it has helped.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My toes still get cold but it takes much longer (at least over an hour) before I start to feel them getting cold. This is mostly a ‘me’ problem, as my feet are frequently cold, even in the summer!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Gloves<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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From Castelli-cycling.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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During the summer and most of the fall I use lightweight gloves, but for the winter I switch to heavy gloves to prevent my fingers from getting numb. The wind can greatly impact your hands when riding.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Winter Cap<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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From Kask.com<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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When the temperature gets close to 0\u00b0C I like to wear my winter cap. I can use it for both disciplines as I use the same helmet for both.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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For bottoms I simply switch from shorts to tights (also from Gobik) and they are warm enough. Check out Gobik’s backroom<\/a> as they usually have discounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this might seem like overkill for some of you as you might be more used to the cold than I am. I hope this guide is helpful if you are thinking about getting some winter gear. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let me know below what other gear you use, it might help others as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Looking for summer or basic gear to get you started. Check out my posts for MTB<\/a> and Road<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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