bc it takes to long to get dressed. Seriously, prep time is quadrupled, tolerance for a lengthy ride is cut in half, and at some point you reach a supply/demand equilibrium that amounts to sitting on the couch with some nachos.
Why ride in the cold? I like to experience bike riding in different temps and trail conditions than the warmer seasons. It helps remove the familiarity from our local trails.
I also feel as a cycling club leader and bike shop employee, I need to set by example that outdoor biking is possible year round in Omaha. How can I encourage people to do it if I don't?
Things are interesting this year since I only have a Haro Mary SS for mtb'ing. I prefe to ride on singletrack, but also can enjoy cement trails and streets. I will be breaking out the road bike for indoor trainer rides shortly.
Why the trainer? Though I prefer the outdoors, the trainer offers a more structured and specific workout. Shop spin rides keep people in touch and help the time pass more quickly.
I don't always want to ride (outdoor or indoor) in the winter, but once I'm on the bike, I'm usually glad I am.
I agree with rf about the prep and tolerance times. In the upper 20's, I'm good for about two hours max before needing some thawing for the fingers and toes.
I can also relate to fredcube about excuses. Once I fall out of a routine, it is difficult to get back into it.
It all depends on one's goals and time constraints. Any riding, indoor or out, is a good thing in my view. Yet, my passion for riding goes through cycles and I would like to take a break from riding every now and then.
Because it's fun. Though I mainly ride on the weekends during the winter. I love riding in the snow and ice. It's great for balance and keeps it exciting.
I can see being too cold or too hot, but give me a break!
I haven't ridden much in winter since moving back from Cali, but this winter I've been getting out and loving it. I've pulled out all my old, I mean like 1990 old, gear and putting it to use. Still works, so if you think buying all that gear sounds like a ton of dough. Just remember it's good for 10-15 years. That get's a good pair of tights down to $7-$8 a year!
I do it cause I can, I do it to see if I can, I do it because riding your bike kicks ass, PERIOD.
2 main reasons: 1. Like others have said, I don't want to get my rear handed to me once the season is in full affect. 2. I ride in 20 degree (10 degree windchill) weather so that the first few 50 and 60 degree days feel like heat waves. Then, for some reason, I ride with just shorts and a jersey and almost end up with hypothermia since 50 is actually not that warm.
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bc it takes to long to get dressed. Seriously, prep time is quadrupled, tolerance for a lengthy ride is cut in half, and at some point you reach a supply/demand equilibrium that amounts to sitting on the couch with some nachos.
Because as soon as you start making excuses, it doesn't stop. "It's too cold", "It's too Hot", "It's too windy", "It's too perfect"
Why ride in the cold? I like to experience bike riding in different temps and trail conditions than the warmer seasons. It helps remove the familiarity from our local trails.
I also feel as a cycling club leader and bike shop employee, I need to set by example that outdoor biking is possible year round in Omaha. How can I encourage people to do it if I don't?
Things are interesting this year since I only have a Haro Mary SS for mtb'ing. I prefe to ride on singletrack, but also can enjoy cement trails and streets. I will be breaking out the road bike for indoor trainer rides shortly.
Why the trainer? Though I prefer the outdoors, the trainer offers a more structured and specific workout. Shop spin rides keep people in touch and help the time pass more quickly.
I don't always want to ride (outdoor or indoor) in the winter, but once I'm on the bike, I'm usually glad I am.
I agree with rf about the prep and tolerance times. In the upper 20's, I'm good for about two hours max before needing some thawing for the fingers and toes.
I can also relate to fredcube about excuses. Once I fall out of a routine, it is difficult to get back into it.
It all depends on one's goals and time constraints. Any riding, indoor or out, is a good thing in my view. Yet, my passion for riding goes through cycles and I would like to take a break from riding every now and then.
Because it's fun. Though I mainly ride on the weekends during the winter. I love riding in the snow and ice. It's great for balance and keeps it exciting.
RF, that's the lamest excuse I've ever heard.
PREP TIME? $!@&!
I can see being too cold or too hot, but give me a break!
I haven't ridden much in winter since moving back from Cali, but this winter I've been getting out and loving it. I've pulled out all my old, I mean like 1990 old, gear and putting it to use. Still works, so if you think buying all that gear sounds like a ton of dough. Just remember it's good for 10-15 years. That get's a good pair of tights down to $7-$8 a year!
I do it cause I can, I do it to see if I can, I do it because riding your bike kicks ass, PERIOD.
MOd, way to represent. I thought sarcasm was allowed blogs.
Ohhhhhhhhh
I get it now...
Have fun tonight, I won't be able to make it.
I do it so it's harder for you to lap me this summer...and maybe, just maybe beat Rf this year...
although I think I'll only end up beating him to the race, or in chuggin beer at the end of a race...
and as roundeye says.
it's saves dead dinosaurs...
it helpt to make people in cars think i'm nutz...
I like it when people think i'm nutz..
and I know most of you out there do as well...
I train in the winter because if I don't I'd lock up like the Tin man on OZ.
2 main reasons:
1. Like others have said, I don't want to get my rear handed to me once the season is in full affect.
2. I ride in 20 degree (10 degree windchill) weather so that the first few 50 and 60 degree days feel like heat waves. Then, for some reason, I ride with just shorts and a jersey and almost end up with hypothermia since 50 is actually not that warm.
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