I used to joke that fall in Atlanta lasts all winter long. That was back when it snowed (or iced) once every five years or so. Things have been different over the past few years, as we’ve had much more actual winter weather – albeit not nearly as harsh as those places in the U.S….
Question: I’ve been riding in temperatures of 20-30F degrees and think I’m dressing correctly. I feel cool at the start of rides and fairly warm at the end. The problem is my legs feel like lead for at least the first half hour. I wear cycling tights with long underwear underneath. What’s up? — Len…
By Coach Fred Matheny HOT! handles like a single bike plenty of stoker room S and S Couplings for easy travel secure braking on long descents versatile NOT! steel is heavier than titanium or carbon may handle too quickly for some captains Race Face cranks have excessive stance width www.co-motion.comBase price: $5,175Sizes: 21/18; 22/19; 23/20;…
By Coach Fred Matheny HOT! No helmet pad resizing necessary No itching Wicks sweat from skin Warm band for ears NOT! Might be tight on larger heads www.dowrap.com Price: $20 (Winter Beanie)$23 (Winter Stubby) Source: website, bike shops Sizes: one size fits all Color: black Fabrics: CoolMax, Transpor, DriSmart How obtained: samples from company RBR…
By Coach Fred Matheny HOT! Extremely versatile garment 3 roomy, easily accessible pockets Blocks wind on chest Stuffs in jersey pocket NOT! Low visibility black back www.boure.com Price: $140.00 Source: Company website How obtained: purchased Colors: Yellow, blue, red (tested) Material: Supplex front and yoke; Thermoroubaix fleece lycra lining Sizes: XS to XXL Comfort range: 25 to 55…
