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This winter, I\u2019ll do something different: I will cycle in the park near my flat. I\u2019ll ride my new mountain bike because winters always depress me and cycling always cheers me up. I\u2019m not going to ride when it rains or snows (I\u2019m not crazy) but I really hate the cold. So I will need to stay warm intelligently, which means clothing that is light, comfortable and of course thermally effective.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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From growing up in cold (pre-climate change) New York winters, I know that there are three rules to staying warm in the cold: wear layers of clothing, protect the sensitive extremities (hand and feet) and cover your head. My helmet will take care of the head but what about the hands and feet?<\/p>\n

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Keep yourself warm in winter. \u00a9 Profimedia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Starting at the bottom, I might think about shoe covers such as the Pro Barrier WxB from Pearl Izumi. They\u2019re waterproof and windproof, come with taped seams to keep your feet dry and a fleece interior for warmth. An adjustable hook-and-loop closure system makes them easy to put on and take off and they sell for $55 on Amazon<\/a>.<\/p>\n

But maybe I think that\u2019s a little pricey just for covers and that they look a little clunky. I\u2019ve got some go-crazy money and I do love cycling so why not get a pair of actual winter cycling shoes like the Fizik R5 Artica? They are totally weatherproof and have stiff carbon-reinforced nylon sole for solid pedalling. Amazon sells them<\/a> for about \u20ac150.<\/p>\n

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Fizik R5 Artica cycling shoes. \u00a9 Fizik<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Maybe you really love your regular cycling shoes (I cycle in running shoes) because they are so comfortable and cool-looking. Then you probably wouldn\u2019t mind shelling out $38 for a pair of Crosspoint Waterproof Crew Socks from the aptly named company Showers Pass<\/a>. They work. Showers Pass also sells winter cycling gloves. They are knit and waterproof, will keep your hands warm down to around freezing temperature and they sell for about $45.<\/p>\n

I have a good thermal undershirt \u2013 they are available in most sports shops that sell ski clothes \u2013 but if you want a base layer made specifically for cycling, there is, for example, the Prosecco Long Sleeve from Castelli<\/a>, which keeps the sweat from being trapped under your jacket so you don\u2019t freeze on a fast descent. You can use it in summer too because it keeps the sweat from your skin. It\u2019s 100% polyester, formfitting and has micro-fibre panels along the sides to allow your body to breathe. About $55 on Amazon.<\/p>\n

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Prosecco Long Sleeve. \u00a9 Castelli<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

But I think I will go for the Brevet Insulated Jacket<\/a> from Rapha, which is a step up in winter protection. It looks good (always important) and has Polartec Alpha insulation covered by lightweight, wind-resistant nylon. The back of the jacket is fully insulated as are the forward-facing parts of the sleeves. A stripe of light and flexible knitted material runs over the back of each arm and continues down the side of the jacket to help the jacket breathe and also provide a snug and comfortable fit while I\u2019m cycling.<\/p>\n

What I especially like is that the Brevet \u2013 like me \u2013 is not meant for riding in the rain<\/a>, though it has a coating to ward off puddle sprays and a light sprinkle. And it\u2019s surprisingly light for an insulated jacket. The way I see it, it\u2019s worth the $205 price tag if I can stay warm, sane and moderately happy through the long, dark, cold winter.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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