| Mountain biking in cold weather has always been a | | | | Glasses that wraparound and provide maximum |
| challenge. The problem is that you'll start out cold then | | | | protection from the wind are best to wear in the |
| warm up and break a sweat, making yourself wet. | | | | winter. You can protect yourself from debris, as well |
| Then, when you travel downhill, the combination of wet | | | | as the cold. |
| skin and windchill will be quite chilling. | | | | Socks |
| Below, you'll find a list of the cold weather clothing that | | | | You should wear heavy socks although not to heavy. |
| will make winter riding less of a bone chilling | | | | A sock that is overly heavy will make your shoes tight, |
| experience. | | | | cut off circulation, even make your feet cold. You |
| Booties | | | | should try lightweight socks, as they will keep your feet |
| In cold temperatures, your feet are the most vulnerable | | | | warm without bulk. If you need an extra layer, try silk |
| part of your anatomy. Pressure from pedaling will tend | | | | ski socks as they are very warm and also extra |
| to cut off the circulation to your toes, which can put | | | | lightweight. |
| you at a risk of frostbite. In cold conditions, neoprene | | | | Underwear |
| booties are a must have. They will zip over your | | | | Polypropylene is the best material here, as it is |
| shoes and even have a pattern in the sole where you | | | | lightweight and best for colder temperatures. |
| can cut out a piece for cleats. | | | | Wind Protection |
| Gloves | | | | Moving air is the biggest cause for losing body heat. By |
| There are several manufacturers that make "lobster | | | | having good wind protection you'll be able to vent |
| gloves", a hybrid glove that separates your index finger | | | | perspiration while also protecting yourself from windchill. |
| and thumb from the rest of your hand. These gloves | | | | You should choose pants and a jacket based on |
| are warmer than regular gloves, and the distinct index | | | | durability, breathing, and price as these types of |
| finger will allow you to operate your shifting and brake | | | | clothing can get very experience. |
| levers. | | | | Helmet and Liners |
| In case your hands get cold, you should carry a pair of | | | | Your head is very important, as you lose 50% of your |
| lightweight glove liners will you as well. If you have to | | | | body heat through your head. A helmet is designed to |
| stop to take care of a problem, the liners will protect | | | | keep you cool in the summer, not warm in the winter. |
| your hands from the cold. | | | | A fleece liner inside your helmet will keep your head |
| Glasses | | | | and ears warm during winter riding. |