Signs of fall/winter.

[PCeBiker]

Try something like this....

It was only ten bucks, so I got one.
I might never wear it cuz I don't wanna look like a robot, but I can remove the bottom half then it's just goggles that I use anyway.

 

[Gionnirocket]

It was only ten bucks, so I got one.
I might never wear it cuz I don't wanna look like a robot, but I can remove the bottom half then it's just goggles that I use anyway.

I updated the link to the actual one I have.
That's why I didn't want to wear it at first.... seemed like way overkill for bike rides.
But i have to tell you... It's the most comfortable I've been riding below 50° ever. Much better than any type of Balaclava

 

[PCeBiker]

There's a few different styles and types available,..

I'll have to order one from Amazon so it's here in time for Halloween.

 

[6zfshdb]

Would make a great Darth Vader costume!

 

[6zfshdb]

Same here...
I rode the same 55°f here today with a thin breathable long-sleeved sport shirt with a thin sport t-shirt over that which I really didn't need. Topped off with a paper thin windbreaker.
Bottom half was padded biking shorts under paper thin windbreaker pants... and I was borderline too hot.
This setup would probably be perfect for 48°-50°f
Had on thin but insulted windbreaker gloves that I swapped out for something more breathable half way through the 25mi ride

It's this time of year, when I'm forced to put the bike away for the season, that I always contemplate moving to a warmer climate. Maybe this year, the wife and I could spend Jan. & Feb. in Florida and take the bikes with us.

 

[Gionnirocket]

It's this time of year, when I'm forced to put the bike away for the season, that I always contemplate moving to a warmer climate. Maybe this year, the wife and I could spend Jan. & Feb. in Florida and take the bikes with us.

Not just yet!

But yeah I hear you... snow_birding ain't a bad idea.
Also I like to turn my attention to different activities when things get rough... but will still sneak out on those sunny 40° days.
There's more to life than a bicycle.

 

[lexfurther]

Nice perspective on the season‑shift as ride conditions change. I recently flew out after a fall trip, and used fast track JFK https://comfortpass.travel/airport/fast-track-charles-de-gaulle-international-airport-cdg/ at the airport so I could avoid the long security lines and start the journey with less stress. When you’re carrying bike gear, cold‑weather layers, and maybe leaving the riding behind for a bit, that extra convenience helps set the tone. Arriving in a better mindset made the whole transition from warm rides to colder ones feel smoother.

 

[rob feature]

I saw a few flakes riding to work this morning

 

[Roamers]

The Juncos started arriving yesterday.

 

[PedalUma]

 

[fooferdoggie]

I worked late, and it just looked like sprinkling, so I did not put my raincoat on. I am i the basement of a bold building, so I don't know what is going on outside. Well, about 1/3 of the way hole in the dark, and the wind is 20mph, then it starts really raining. I had to stop and change into my rain gear and go slower with the wind and leaves flying. It was 54, so the temps were good. It powered right before I got home, and I had. hard time seeing. flad my glasses bead up the rian it helped.

 

[PedalUma]

I got caught riding in the rain twice this week. The thing is the rains make things green and bloom. Golden hills are turning green. I spread wildflower seeds on a mountain field with a friend and we will check on them in January.

 

[6zfshdb]

This is how it looks around here now:

In a few weeks, it will look like this:

 

[fooferdoggie]

come home in the pouring rain and 20mph winds in the dark and our local Mexican version the ice cream/snack truck is making the rounds. I have seen some weird times but no kid is coming out in that weather.

 

[fooferdoggie]

one sucky thing about riding in winter you dress to stay warm but not overheat. but if you want to stop and have a snack and can't go inside, you freeze.

 

[Gionnirocket]

That's where I've been struggling a bit as well.
If I dress to be comfortable for the majority of my ride I end up a bit warm in the beginning with the 3 mile hill I need to concur... so I need to pace it a little slower than I prefer so I don't overheat. The rest of the 25 ride is pretty comfortable if I don't stop. But there's a nice park where I like to stop at around mile 14 and have a piece of fruit and some chocolate espresso beans. When I start back everything is cold, especially my fingers and it's hard to get them warm again.
This year I'm trying this and it's working better

They are much warmer than any full winter skiing glove I've ever tried and things are easier to control as you can wear summer time open finger gloves under the muffs.
When I stop for my break I throw these inside and fold the ends over to retain the heat.

The hand heaters aren't necessary unless I stop for a break but when I do and then resume the interior is warm and comfortable.
Downside of this is...
They can be a bit cumbersome, especially handling the bike when not riding.
They are a few minutes work to put on/off early in the season when you might not need them for every ride. Especially since I popped a hole in the left one for the bar end mirror and have to fold the bar end horns down... but even then it's only a 5 minute task.
I can't really use my bell as it sits outside the muffs but I have my wired in horn easily accessible and controlled from within the muffs. That said I need a bell a lot less in the cold as there are far fewer people out.
Can't say I'm in love with them... But they are definitely the warmest solution I ever tried. So far they've worked very well down to 38°f and with a lot of wind... and I'd estimate they can handle 30°f no problem still using open finger gloves underneath.
The pair I purchased were less than $10 and not the greatest quality and if I'm happy with them at the end of the season I may look into something made a little better. I wasn't sure if I'd find them comfortable in use and I knew I was going to cut the mirror hole in them so I went cheap to test out the theory.
So far they're a keeper.
y°fmv

 

[Jeremy McCreary]

Just to give you high-latitude guys something to look forward to, it will be 75°F and sunny here in coastal SoCal next week.
;^}

Haven't heard mention of a Santa Ana wind event so far, but that's the most likely cause for such a warm spell this time of year. (December temperatures are normally in the mid-60s between big Pacific storms.)

 

[Gionnirocket]

The only problem with that weather forecast is.... You're in California

 

[PedalUma]

It is 10:00 AM here and there is freezing fog. I am also in California but it is the difference is between Charleston and Trenton. Sitting here I have a pollo, long shirt, thin sweater and a thick sweater. To ride I will need another wool sweater and a coat.

 

[GMA52]

It is 10:00 AM here and there is freezing fog. I am also in California but it is the difference is between Charleston and Trenton. Sitting here I have a pollo, long shirt, thin sweater and a thick sweater. To ride I will need another wool sweater and a coat.

We had a fog this morning also but was only 46 degrees.