@CosmicGoat ya, I've been doing a few years of winter riding and sort of built it up over time as my commutes got longer and I got more used to riding in the cold (and thus did longer/colder rides). Each year I basically just rode a bit farther into the winter until I just didn't stop.
There's a lot of cheaper options, too. Toe covers are a much cheaper substitute for the shoes, for example. As long as it's not too wet out they're fine, just get some cheap toe covers to block the wind and then socks for warmth.
Just don't give up because people say you're crazy, cold isn't really an issue for riding.
There's a lot of cheaper options, too. Toe covers are a much cheaper substitute for the shoes, for example. As long as it's not too wet out they're fine, just get some cheap toe covers to block the wind and then socks for warmth.
Just don't give up because people say you're crazy, cold isn't really an issue for riding.