Uni Posted June 5, 2014 Posted June 5, 2014 I'm sure I saw something similar but can't find it now. With this weather if you're gonna be riding for a few hours, starting in the morning and it will most likely be cold, what layers do you guys use that you'll be warm and not be burdened with having to strip off and carry things once you hear up or the weather turns? Just a recreational rider so don't want to break the bank on fancy kit that's not used that often. Suggestions?
leona Posted June 5, 2014 Posted June 5, 2014 ooh ooh this is a good one for me. when i was working in bike shops id always say to people to have short sleeved base layers, arm warmers and a gilet as absolute essentials. knee and leg warmers too. if its really really cold id wear a long sleeve base with arm warmers then take them off once its warmed up. windproof gilet is a must. you need stuff you can take off easily and quickly. you will get use out of arm warmers and a gilet for loads of the year. i have thick and thin arm warmers so i have a choice but you don't need to have 2 thicknesses. Uni and nathrix 2
LegsEleven Posted June 5, 2014 Posted June 5, 2014 Base layer vest, paired with a normal short sleeve cycling shirt. I have a Craft windbreaker/waterproof(ish) jacket that have sleeves that zip off. I usually take the sleeves off and wear arm warmers. The Craft jacket was a bit of an expense but well worth it in the end. Oh and knee warmers are to start the ride off with. The main part is that it must be able to fold up small enough to fit in a back pocket or camel back. Uni 1
Uni Posted June 5, 2014 Author Posted June 5, 2014 Found thishttp://www.ride.co.za/training/layer-up-this-winter/ Question: UV protector sleeves vs. arm warmers. Do they do the same thing, just clever marketing or are they totally different? Gonna have to do some shopping this weekend if I'm gonna try keep riding through winter. Tx for the feedback.
Dazshell Posted June 5, 2014 Posted June 5, 2014 Get a Second Skins wind jacket. Cheap, very light and folds up into your back pocket. Warthog whisperer and popcorn_skollie 2
Capricorn Posted June 5, 2014 Posted June 5, 2014 i'm a huge fan of Sixs undergarments. can be soaked in sweat, but you dont get chilled if the wind comes through.riding jersey with arm wamers,and either a sleeveless wind jacket or a long sleeve if rain threatens. Buff for neck and/or head cos my head ccan't take the icey chilling it gets via the vents in the lid.leg or knee warmers. I can normally just go with knee warmers and be dandy.full fingered gloves
Weight Weenie Posted June 5, 2014 Posted June 5, 2014 Some good advice, but don't neglect the feet, hands, ears etc. Good windproof gloves, light windproof booties, a buff or a fleece ear wrap of thin beanie are also key to being comfy. All depends on temp and what you are comfy riding in. Also mtb more stop/start and slower so warmer than road. zip-off sleeve jackets are versatile and save bucks. I like a wicking base layer sleeveless, jersey, arm warmers, gilet, knee warmers as a good inbetween kit. Also easy to add to or take off.
porqui Posted June 5, 2014 Posted June 5, 2014 One of the most important and neglected body part/s are the knees they tend to take strain in cold weather?
skipperw Posted June 6, 2014 Posted June 6, 2014 Latex gloves underneath your riding gloves...best way to keep the wind off, and disposable enough to toss in the first bin or shove in a pocket.
shaper Posted June 6, 2014 Posted June 6, 2014 +1 on the latex gloves and make sure the feet (especially toes) stay warm, you can buy toe caps or over boots, else a jiffy bag between 2 thin pair of socks also helps keep the cold wind off the toes and feet.
LegsEleven Posted June 9, 2014 Posted June 9, 2014 Found thishttp://www.ride.co.z...up-this-winter/ Question: UV protector sleeves vs. arm warmers. Do they do the same thing, just clever marketing or are they totally different? Gonna have to do some shopping this weekend if I'm gonna try keep riding through winter.Tx for the feedback.My arm warmers have a light fleece linning to them so they are definately armers.
bclark Posted June 9, 2014 Posted June 9, 2014 Oddly enough I ordered this, this morning https://www.bikehub.co.za/classifieds/88420-free-postage-jersey-gilet/ And the cool thing is sportsworld.co.za is just down the road. No need for delivery. Its getting tough to train for 70.3.
Uni Posted June 9, 2014 Author Posted June 9, 2014 (edited) Thanks for all the advice ppl.Went shopping over the weekend, got these and they worked a charm on Sunday with just a shirt in between, didn't feel the cold one bit.Thought the rustling would bother me but it didn't. The Columbia is on sale ATM at the shop in woodmead, according to the label was R899 now R450.The base layer at sportsman warehouse was R250. I thought that was a rip off but actually works a charm. Edited June 9, 2014 by Uni
deanbean Posted June 9, 2014 Posted June 9, 2014 I bought a Merino top from Cape storm last year for winter training. One of my best cycling purchases. It keeps me warm.
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