ScubaCinci Posted November 20, 2012 Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 I decided I'm going to ride into work tomorrow even though it will prolly be 40 degrees in the morning. I need to get some proper cold weather riding pants (I have some mesh pants currently) and I think I'll try to ride more, regardless of the cold. I have 25 mile commute, mostly interstate so it does get chilly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReconRat Posted November 20, 2012 Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 (edited) 40 is a proper morning temperature. I will ride tomorrow morning.errr, around here it might be closer to 36. (now 39)Light thermals under jeans. 9miles @ 40mph traffic for me. Edited November 20, 2012 by ReconRat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaCinci Posted November 20, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 Unfortunately, I have to wear dressy clothes so it's a bit of a pain to wear thermals and then have to take them off once I get to work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drc32-0 Posted November 20, 2012 Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 I'm still commuting.It's een about 27 the last three mornings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smashweights Posted November 20, 2012 Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 Unfortunately, I have to wear dressy clothes so it's a bit of a pain to wear thermals and then have to take them off once I get to work.Same, that and I don't feel comfortable leaving my bike sitting outside the old St. Elizabeth Hospital in Dayton... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninjachic Posted November 20, 2012 Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 I know there's some bumblebee(yellow and black bike, helmet, and jacket) who still rides to work. I here him all the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted November 20, 2012 Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 I don't commute; too boring. I need to release demons when I ride. My downtown work route just doesn't cut it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sporttour Posted November 20, 2012 Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 I ride as long as the temp is above mid-teens and the roads are clear of ice. Electric gear is wonderful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaCinci Posted November 20, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 I ride as long as the temp is above mid-teens and the roads are clear of ice. Electric gear is wonderful.Having a full fairing doesn't hurt either Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdonn Posted November 20, 2012 Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 My lowest ill go is 32 which is about 27 wind temp... Iv been riding everyday it hasn't rained... I just wear two pairs of gloves and a flease under my leather jacket. My legs don't get toooooo cold under my jeans so that isn't a prob. However, if I start riding into the teens I'm gonna need to get some over pants. All the harly guys at work call me crazy... So, I call them fair weather riders... I think the title fits Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fizzer Posted November 20, 2012 Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 Still riding to school, I haven't had to buy my car parking pass yet and with the bike I get to park right outside the lab. Win/Win. I wear skiing gloves, and a fleece under my jacket that provides some neck coverage if I flip the collar up. Getting pretty friggin cold though now at 5:30, might have to hang up the helmet soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBrown57 Posted November 20, 2012 Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 Last week was the first week I haven't ridden. I were 2-3 jackets, a baklava, winter gloves and my current pants have a flannel lining so I just were those. I never see anyone else until my ride home. I'm actually about to leave now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mgbgt89 Posted November 20, 2012 Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 I don't commute; too boring. I need to release demons when I ride. My downtown work route just doesn't cut it. Sounds like you need a supermoto. I haven't driven to work since june, truck is sitting in the driveway with expired plates and a dead battery. I love riding in the cold, free horsepower. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReconRat Posted November 20, 2012 Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 I don't commute; too boring. I need to release demons when I ride. My downtown work route just doesn't cut it. ...wheelies... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bad324 Posted November 20, 2012 Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 Hell no screw the cold. My penis is an average size so I have nothing to prove It also costs me more money to commute on the bike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted November 20, 2012 Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 I still ride to work off and on and will continue until the snow flies but I do have power windscreen, heated seat & grips along with upper and lower wind deflectors so it isn't too bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaCinci Posted November 20, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 Hell no screw the cold. My penis is an average size so I have nothing to prove with the cold comes shrinkage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaCinci Posted November 20, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 Well, I'll say it was a bit brisk today. I need to invest in some cold weather pants and gloves. A baklava wouldn't be a bad idea either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted November 20, 2012 Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 I have some flannel insulated jeans I bought at walmart for around $20 pretty warm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bad324 Posted November 20, 2012 Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 I've worn under armor cold gear pant things under my riding jeans and been quite toasty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBBaron Posted November 20, 2012 Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 I commute as long as there is not a chance of snow. Been a few days that were below 20F. Heated grips make a difference as does a good jacket and wool socks.Ofcourse my commute is all 35mph speed limits (~45mph) so not as much heat sucking wind as freeway commuting.Last year I rode every month.Craig Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bshultz0930 Posted November 20, 2012 Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 I ride everyday it doesn't rain. My commutes about 25 miles and 90% of it is 60 or faster. I wear thermals under jeans, snowboarding jacket, and some el cheapo leather gloves from Walmart that have proven best over all other gloves so far. I have no fairings on my bike, she's a streetfighter and I don't get too bothered.. Sometimes my hands get a little cold, but I just ordered hand guards to block the wind.. So we shall see! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBrown57 Posted November 20, 2012 Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 Cheaper for me to ride, got my baklava from walmart for $7, my gloves from Sport Tour LTD. My jackets are in this order fleece, armored, leather. Put the gloves and baklava on before I put the jackets on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fizzer Posted November 20, 2012 Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 I understand being hungry in the morning, but how does having baklava help keep you guys warm? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaCinci Posted November 20, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 lol...however you spell the damn neck wrap thingy. Quit teasing me while I'm dieting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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