Surviving Another Winter?!

[@markday1714]

love the runway swagger

[@joelkton1]

Love your digs! You’ve inspired me to drop weight. Clothes fit so much better when you don’t have a gut.

[@TimFitzwater]

Thanks! (I’m just sucking it in tho 😎)

[@martinwakawaka5265]

I love the Anthony Bourdain Sticker. Of course also the Bikes

[@CarlynTucker-s9m]

Love the runway! As I’ve gotten older I’ve had to add layers and more types of gloves. When I get to an indoor destination I’ve actually got striptease music on my phone to accompany my layer shedding. Always good for a laugh.😊🎉

[@TimFitzwater]

lol! Love it. When I do head indoors sometimes I am trying to strip so fast before I get sweaty!

[@mitmon_8538]

Layers is the way to go for winter riding.

[@TimFitzwater]

100% I went out today with this gear and so nice to be able to adjust. Even at 24f I need to unzip some layers.

[@robertadams-v1i]

i haven't been over to the Freedom Trail to see the progress on those bridge supports....coming along nicely👌

[@TimFitzwater]

I was really worried the trail would be closed for a long time but then I realized those RR tracks are fairly busy. I don't thin it will be long until the first bridge is done.

[@maximianocoelho4496]

really love your style...there is a lot to be learned from a seasoned biker vet. People will throw money on the most expensive gear just because, not everybody have that luxury, I had to make some of the bikepacking gear myself. Nice to see you took in consideration that everybody is hunting good gear and a reasonable price.

[@TimFitzwater]

Thanks! There is definitely some things I am willing to spend the money on now since cycling is so important to me - but there are still plenty of ways to be comfortable and save cash. Cheers!

[@turboseize]

My dedicated winter bike is my former commuter: a 1990s rigid steel mountain bike, made useful with a rear rack and fenders. Schwalbe Marathon Winter plus studded tyres. In summer, I run 26x2.1, winter tyres are a tad narrower at 26x2. Maybe this is why I have never had any problems with snow buildup in the fenders. Fenders are essential, as our climate can be quite wet. Most of our winter is just wet with temperatures around freezing, but we can get a few weeks of "true" winter with heavy snow every now and then. But even with true winter, the streets and roads will be salted, so when riding on the road you'll deal with a lot of slush and dirty water. Bike paths and multi-use-paths usually will not be cleared, and if the get plowed at all, the freeze-thaw-cycles will leave a bumpy, icy mess. This makes both fenders and studded tyres non-negotiable. I had thought about getting a second wheelset to be able to stay on "summer tyres" as long as possible and to be able to quickly swap the wheels for true winter conditions (i.e. snow, slush, or ice), as the studded tyres are quite awful regarding rolling resistance and comfort. But just getting a second bike ultimately proved easier than getting a set of decent 26" wheels... Thus the old commuter was downgraded to "sketchy-areas-of-the-city-and-winter-bike" and sits on studded tyres from the first frost in fall to late spring. Regarding clothing: wool everything, and a rain jacket or windbreaker on top. In heavy rain, cheap rain trousers from decathlon over whatever trouses I'm wearing. As temperatures approach freezing or go below, I'll usually ride in Haix boots (waterproof and padded) if on a bike with flat pedals; on the road bike I just use neoprene overshoes over my summer cycling shoes. Keep the core and feet warm and dry, and the body can deal with everything else...

[@robtwalicki]

Might sound crazy. But I dig my desert boots in the wintertime in Chicago. Work great with studded flat pedals.

[@kimrice394]

The winter kit of an experienced cyclist is always interesting. An ever evolving art of survival. Only perfected over time.

[@danconnell4723]

Great tips. For those of us who do not have it "dialed in" like myself I keep a note on my phone of exactly what the heck I wore on a cold weather ride. I put down the ride, day, temp etc. and any notes. This helps my old brain remember what worked and what didn't. I do find these types of videos very informative. Keep up the great work.

[@TimFitzwater]

Thanks! The only problem with that is it changes throughout the season. I think I wear more at 35 in November than I do at 25 in February.

[@danconnell4723]

@@TimFitzwater True. Love the Midwest. Its an experiment for sure. lol

[@kristamcnamee6029]

Great video, Tim. Didn’t think I needed another bike, but a decent used mountain bike for winter riding is completely justifiable. Thank you for sharing your layering strategy, technology has helped take the bulk out of staying warm. ☃️❄️

[@TimFitzwater]

Thanks! Yeah - I think they are perfect for it. ...and you can get nice ones pretty cheap if they aren't in the super trendy 90s colors. It is so nice not to be so puffed out. I road to meet my family to watch a game last weekend and my brother was like "how could you ride in just that?" Then I showed him how many layers I was actually wearing.

[@cb6866]

Thanks Tim , I appreciate bicycles . I ride in most weather , snow and ice can force me on my indoor trainer , but who cares ? It's all fun to me . Edmund looks great , be well and safe .

[@TimFitzwater]

For me it is certain kinds of snow - today's turned out to be very rideable. Thanks! He seems pretty healthy - he was very suspicious of the snow!! Cheers!

[@ultraromance]

born for the runway Tim!

[@TimFitzwater]

🤠

[@StreetShots79]

Hey Tim I love the videos you make! As a bike tuber I learn a lot from you!! Keep em coming

[@TimFitzwater]

Thanks!

[@georgeadams-mb6yd]

I have a pair of sneakers that are oversized for cold weather riding. The exrta room is needed for heavy warm socks to do their thing. Any tight fit foot wise is a ride killer. Thanks for the advice.

[@wescheslak9408]

Love those bars

[@TimFitzwater]

I dig them. Really comfortable.

[@lanemoore]

Heated socks brother! Life changing.

[@TimFitzwater]

Where do you get them? Brand preference?

[@dalex_mtl]

@@TimFitzwater amazon

[@Liketheoutdoors]

Loved the modelling... I wouldn't be surprise to see you on the next Rapha You tube add :) I totally agree with the need to watch out for overheating and sweat in the winter; i had too many of those... One base layer that I found helps stay warm and dry are the mesh merino tops like those made by Brynje. Not cheap, but after a full winter of regular use, I don't notice any wear. Cheers!

[@TimFitzwater]

Thanks! Yeah - I do not mind spending the money for proper winter layers - they are the difference between riding and not riding. Cheers!

[@donparsons1237]

Yes'eeer,,, running a wide 27.5 or 29 up front with a 26x 3.85 rear with low pressure will stabilize your ride like crazy... you won't believe how stable you'll be in the worst conditions... Dont fear studs if theres ice and snow/ice sections... thanks for sharing Tim... Western Canada Don 😂

[@AJDehan-f9x]

This is my first winter riding a bike (here in SE MI), and I was surprised at how warm I get. Once I get through the first 5 minutes, it's pretty easy in the 25-35F range. But below that, it's hard. My winter biking shoes are an old pair of Dr. Martens, which work pretty well with the right socks.

[@TimFitzwater]

Yeah - it is all about getting through that gap where the inside heat wears off but you haven't built up riding warmth yet. Yesterday it was 24(real feel 15) and my face hurt so bad I had to put my hand over it - 15 minutes later I was unzipping my outer layers....

[@clarelafrance306]

These are great tips. I tested my brandused spike tires just the other day. It was an amazing difference and I hope it means I won't take a dive on ice like I did last year . Loved your runway modeling.

[@TimFitzwater]

Thanks! 😂 I love the confidence I get from studded. It makes me way more comfortable out there.

[@Mike-vd2qt]

Flat pedal shoes, I've been wearing Brooks Cascadia trail runners for six years. They come in Goretex and Wide, but I just buy them oversize and use expedition wool socks. They're stiff for flat pedals, great traction for hikeabike, and tough wearing. The three layer system works here in CO down to about 35f deg. ☮

[@TimFitzwater]

My shoe problem starts more in the 20s. I am fine to about freezing in the 5-10s. But I will look into those for a more direct replacement. Cheers!

[@philipsmith7662]

Hi Tim, thanks for another great video. For winter riding here in Britain I wear an old pair of Timberland walking boots. They are built like trainers but the leather uppers are lightly padded. There is a thick rubber bund around the edge of the sole up to about an inch high.Obviously I use flat pedals. It's unusual to drop below minus ten degrees Celsius but it does occasionally and I've never had cold or wet feet.

[@TimFitzwater]

I will look into them but I think our winters are a bit harsher than GB. It was already minus 10C today! Cheers!

[@jackcarter233]

I put grocery bags over my socks to cut wind - I look homeless, but stay warm

[@TimFitzwater]

I need to try it - I keep worrying it would make me sweat?

[@cyclingjoezone]

I write down on the labels temp ratings to help me remember what to wear; 40°+, above freezing and below freezing labels help.

[@TimFitzwater]

I can see that helping - one problem for me is that those numbers change throughout the season. By February I'm wearing less on colder days than I was in November.

[@andrewnorris5415]

Great kit. I got a Bryarn base layer last winter. Really good at keeping me warm. Especially when stop - usually I get a chill then when start up again. But this ended that.

[@TimFitzwater]

Nice! If you are someone who stops the clothes are more important!

[@kenny_kaos]

I have some Trailcross flat shoes I use mostly as daily shoes and with flat pedals and the clipless version since I predominantly ride clipless pedals.

[@TimFitzwater]

Thanks - I'll check 'em out.

[@BillSmithPerson]

The down jacket is a good idea.

[@wescheslak9408]

Hell yeah Tim

[@BricelynTowne]

Wool everything.

[@robbchastain3036]

Work that catwalk, Tim, strike a pose. 😀

[@TimFitzwater]

🕺🏼

[@lotsoffish]

Great video. I am in Western NY go with a wool base layer with "Arctic" carhartt full bibs with the matching jacket. and I'm still sometimes cold. I am 62 and every damn year I HATE Winter more. Man just 3 Months ago I was riding around in nothing but shorts and a pair of sandals. I am already looking foreword to Spring!

[@TimFitzwater]

With the way this Fall was I was riding in shorts and a t-shirt just 30 days ago!! I do have Carhartt bibs but I do think those would be too warm for me. I used to make snow in the winter and they were great for that! Cheers!

[@TerryW5379]

Good video. I like your Pabst Blue Ribbon sign!

[@TimFitzwater]

Thanks! I broke a friends I was borrowing (long story) and later found this one. He told me to keep it for myself.

[@KWB9541]

I used to think the same way about uncomfortible toe warmer fit. Until I learned they go on top of a foot (not under). 🙃 Now, I also find the slip directly on the foot, half length, neoprene toe warmers help me a ton. In both cases, as you said, keeping air space within the shoe is still the priority for any heat source (the chemical warmers require oxygen) or any insulation to work. Thanks for a great video! KB

[@TimFitzwater]

I will need bigger shoes to make either of those work. I think its about finding something with a big enough toe box but that isn't too long to be slipping around. Cheers!

[@bryanpaul410]

Just bought a pair of Vans "MTE sk8-hi" shoes that I'm pretty happy with. Waterproof, insulated. They are pretty warm, But they aren't like full-on ski boots or anything. Probably comparable to your five tens. Even with them, like you, I found after about an hour or so my toes were starting to get cold. Sealskinz (or the cheaper knockoffs ) neoprene waterproof socks are good to have as an emergency foot layer. They definitely help trap some heat.

[@TimFitzwater]

I think I need to try some of the waterproof socks - I'm worried they will be too swampy - but as is I'm getting too cold so.... Cheers!

[@Wannaridebikes]

I have an old specialized set up for like long rides to winter. I got a steel frame diamond back frame dropped bars. Gonna add bar end shifters to it to keep it old. Only two maybe three differences bars shifters and saddle.

[@TimFitzwater]

Nice! I have an old Specialized to but its a little too special for the snow/salt.

[@-NateTheGreat]

Good timing! I have been winter prepping myself and my old Mountain bike. Weather goes from 20's to low 50's next week, typical Ohio. As a test to keep your feet warmer, put some old worn wool socks over your shoes. Might look cheesy and the spikes will bite the socks but might be worth a test!

[@TimFitzwater]

I'll see if I can do it with some of the ones that now have holes on the bottom. Not sure if they will go over the winter shoes or not.

[@rockeastwood]

lol the runway model is back. That Chrome vest is the "Bedford Quilted" if you wanted the official name (I'm sure you don't 🙂) I only know because I have the jacket of the same version. Snow last night and heavy wind today. Ugh, let's just survive! Good luck

[@TimFitzwater]

I actually do! Thanks for the info - I couldn't remember. It was so funny when you found the other vid - I was like "I'm about to remake that". I survived 13 miles at 24f today!

[@rockeastwood]

@ It was totally organically. I search “winter cycling street clothes” your vid was like #3. Since you got so many new subs, this should be #1 for sure. Well done, as always.

[@dsa5394]

We love our trainer with Rouvy. It's great to keep up our fitness and saddle toughness. When I do go out in the winter, I wear my waterproof, wool lined UGG boot. My feet never get cold in them. I can't wear them unless it is freezing or below or my feet overheat. I have to raise my seat because of the thick soles.

[@TimFitzwater]

Nice! I use Zwift but its just all about having something to engage with. That is what I need - something for below freezing - good into the mid-30s with the 5-10s.

[@adamcunningham6596]

Just noticed and appreciated the Anthony Bourdain sticker on the head tube.

[@TimFitzwater]

The Tek logo fell off a few years ago - figured it was a worthwhile replacement.

[@phil_deckrow]

Thanks for tips!

[@amserj]

Riding today in 20F wind chill I wore tights, electric socks, toe covers, shoe covers (my feet get cold), merino wool long sleeve base layer, merino wool long sleeve jersey, gore fleece lined jacket, pearl izumi balaclava, winter gloves, Bike Iowa pogie lites, plus (the kicker) hot hands dropped into the bottom of the pogies.

[@veryscarygary]

Gaiters. I like the Outdoor Research Helium. They keep your ankles and lower legs warm which in turn keep your feet a bit warmer. Also, your pants stay cleaner. Pair with a waterproof high tops and you are good to go.

[@TimFitzwater]

I know people mention the legs and ankles being warm to keep your feet warm but it really seems to be my toes. I'm not opposed to trying it though. It'd be nice to stick with shoes/boots that aren't crazy big.

[@miriamrogers1901]

Thermowave is top shelf gear….warm and really comfortable. Got fleece lined wind proof pants, little warm but with padded chamois underneath it’s good. Being cold on a bike in winter sux! 45 north boots with clips on my fat bike keeps feet warm for 90-120 min rides.

[@TimFitzwater]

Yeah - love the stuff. I even got some of their summer gear(boxers and the like). I need to look into some flat pedal 45NRTH boots.

[@ottovonblood]

Just what I was looking for. Thanks!

[@TimFitzwater]

No problem, hope you survive the winter! 😂

[@virginiachocolatable]

I didn't love the weight, but I got heated handlebars. Heavenly!

[@TimFitzwater]

I didn't know that was a bicycle thing - I knew about heated grips on motorcycles(or heated gloves)!

[@IowaNinersFan]

I'll settle for 45NRTH pogies without gloves. They keep me warm.

[@GrahamBewley]

A potential replacement for your aging Five Ten boots, I'd look at the Vans MTE (Made for The Elements) boots. They're in a similar class as those Five Tens, maybe with a bit more insulation. I've got a pair last year with the GoreTex and my feet stayed warm and dry all season. They've also held up super well and look like they'll be good for many seasons.

[@TimFitzwater]

Hey Graham. Thanks! I will check those out as I've heard them mentioned a couple times. Glad to hear they hold up too. I don't mind spending on winter gear but I want to get a few seasons out of it.

[@matthewhall554]

Tim, I still have 1999 Trek 4000, Candy Apple Red, it’s my “Frankenstein bike”all my old upgrades from past MTBs up on it. I made it into an a modern 4900.. Its nickname is the “Sidewalk Slayer”.

[@TimFitzwater]

Awesome!

[@tlister67]

Oh Wow!

[@rogerhart612]

Looking forward to your new KZbin channel. Fashion with Tim. 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@TimFitzwater]

KZbin has AI generated replies now - look at the dumb thing below it gave me as an option. 🙄 "I'll stick to bike stuff - I couldn't get my wife to even let me wear a vest over my normal clothes! (But I love the way it looks!)"

[@bikeenjoyer32]

"Kona something 2 fork" killed me

[@TimFitzwater]

I'm surprised I got that many words right.

[@mysteriousMatchStick]

5-10s (addidas) are fairly warm. One alternative would be Nike Monarch. They have a man-made leather upper which keeps the wind out and are available in wide so you can double up your socks. They work fine on pinned flat pedals and they aren't that expensive. Best way to keep your feet warm is to keep your core and your legs warm, all the way to your ankles. So winter weight bib tights with mid-calf wool socks tucked under. Nike Dri-fit thermal long sleeve base layer top is very warm and not super expensive.

[@TimFitzwater]

Yes - it was Adidas. Everyone does tell me that about legs and ankles but I really don't think it is my problem. I truly believe its wind on my toes. My ankles are well covered with two socks, lined tights and jeans... I will look into those Nikes - I really think wind proof is an big issue.

[@3wbasie]

Columbia makes some nice ankle high boots that I like for flat pedals. That being said I find that it only keeps my feet warm for about an hour like your current boots

[@TimFitzwater]

I did about an hour and 20 minutes today at 24f. I was ok but if I went much longer it would have been too cold on my toes. I'm going to try the plastic bags everyone is recommending - I think they'll be too swampy though.

[@jeffdziak6455]

Been riding winterlong for quite a few years now.. By pure dumb luck, last winter I decided to try my Harley Davidson rain suit as an outer layer. What a game changer, keeps me warm AND dry..

[@TimFitzwater]

Nice!

[@bigangus3590]

Hey Tim - did you ever stop to wonder if there's a lot more to life than being really, really, really, ridiculously good looking?

[@MLRomo]

☝️comment wins! 😂

[@TimFitzwater]

😂🤠.

[@johnmclean8643]

Tim has been practicing his “Runway Strut”….🕺

[@andrewnorris5415]

Olight is basically MagicShine. I've got the RN3500 which I use as a helmet light to see by. It's really good for that role. I was able to mount a basic minimalist gopro bar mount on my helmet and angled it right for my bike/helmet setup by putting a little tape under the back end of the rubber bands. I like that Olights use standard gopro mounts. I can mount it on my bars too easily that way.

[@TimFitzwater]

Yeah - it seems O-Light was just rebranding Magic Shine lights at first. Now they have a mix of Magic Shine and their own stuff. I definitely dig the mounting - I always break the stretchy bands and clips on my NiteRiders eventually. Also - NiteRider stuck to Micro USB for far too long. Cheers!

[@williamlebron9873]

GREAT video Mr. Zoolander 2.0 😉

[@TimFitzwater]

Thanks! Working on my Blue Steel.

[@williamlebron9873]

@@TimFitzwater you should get a bright collar with a bell 🛎️ for Edmond. That’s what we did with our cat He looks so much like our cat. I call him a tuxedo cat because it looks like he is wearing a tuxedo ….LOL….

[@TimFitzwater]

HA! Yeah - makes sense. ...and I think Edmund is the kind of cat that will deal with it. My last cats went bonks if I put anything on them. Its almost one year since Edmund showed up!!!

[@christopherwebb3517]

4:13 - Is that Blue Steel™?

[@TimFitzwater]

My best attempt.

[@Bicicletacamarones]

Been doing winter mittens and ski goggles lately

[@TimFitzwater]

I have a number of friends doing the ski goggles - they love them.

[@IowaNinersFan]

@@TimFitzwater I have been riding with Giro ski helmet and goggles. They keep my head warm and dry eyes so I can see where I'm going when it's dark out.

[@christophersmith7703]

At my lbs they have a winter bike club, you pre-pay for getting your bike washed. They also lube and check components. It's totally worth it and since business is slow during the winter they are able to get to bike right away.

[@TimFitzwater]

Wow! That is pretty cool. I had never heard of anything like that.

[@donaldoutterson3071]

A cotton Tee shirt is ok in the Summer, but no cotton layers are allowed in the Winter kit. Cotton will get wet and stay wet and will then chill you to the bone. My motto is add 1 breathable layer for every 10F below 50F. Like they say in the North country "you can always take something off". Have lots of storage on your bike for all of your extra layers. Enjoy the Winter rides!

[@TimFitzwater]

Yeah - I know its risky - I definitely only wear them when I know I can stay dry. The modern thin ones too - definitely not the old bulky guys. (they are just for looks - I need something normal on at certain places...) Storage - 100% As mentioned I've ridden with people who let their rides get ruined by not having the right places to take off or put on gear. Makes no sense. I guess that roadie culture just hangs on tight with some people. Cheers Donald!

[@davidwebb2337]

Cool. Similar system. I live in Madison wi. I do clip in on my bikes so I wear booties over shoe. Otherwise same stuff I do love my night rider lights! I do like/tolerate in house trainer on occasion. Gives me some cardio and mental health:). Can just zone out with some music or whatever. I actually don’t do studded tires for mostly minor reasons but who knows maybe someday. Thanks again and keep the rubber side down.

[@TimFitzwater]

Nice. Yeah - pins would destroy over shoes on my pedals... I do like just pedalling some miles on the trainer - sometimes it can even just be a time thing as it takes so long to get out in the weather. I think one of the reasons studded tires make so much sense here is that we have a lot of up and downs in the temp. and our paths(even our roads) are not well maintained.

[@davidwebb2337]

Agree on pins. I do have pair of five 10’s for my concert bike as I call it. For doing urban things and locking up in all types of areas. Totally understand studded. Our asphalt bike paths are scraped almost befor roads so 90% of a path ride would be clean so you clatter along for the spotty areas where they’d be good. I almost want them but they kinda don’t make sense here.

[@robertadams-v1i]

providing my feedback Tim on all year cycling. similar in most regards to the clothing with the exception that i do not use a down jacket. Most times i am not looking to stop. Rather getting some outdoor riding in between 1-3 hours. I do use an extra wool cap to insulate my additonal batteries/back up phone charger and a hand warmer. it sits in my bike bag on the rear rack. lights are definitely a must and i did look at your link for OLights. Saw some affordable better ones than i currently have. One question i have Tim....i went to the Kali website regarding helmets. The one you featured in your bike shed had lights on it. did you put those on or do they come with the helmet? i looked at the available helmets at Kali and did not see one with lights. Thanks for all those fine links. Cycle on

[@TimFitzwater]

For sure - if you don't plan to stop you don't need to worry about a few of the things I mentioned. I've never been to the Kali website as my local bike shop carries them. But both helmets I owned by them have had lights.

[@donparsons1237]

You'd eliminate bike wobble if a person runs a fat tire bike with ultra low-pressure studded tires... The bike will float over the nasty'est stuff... Superb traction...😊

[@landematt]

The modeling 🤌

[@TimFitzwater]

😎

[@JoePenaProductions]

Here in Chicago, it's really no different than you've got weather-wise. So, basically everything you said, from layering, to washing down the bike, to fenders (from the other episode). Except, I don't have snow tires. Thinking about it, but not high on the list. Though they'll probably shoot straight up top on my first hard slip/fall. Ha.

[@TimFitzwater]

I'm guessing Chicago's bike lanes might get kept a bit clean? Here they struggle to even keep up on side streets. We poor.😢 So the studs are probably more needed. I don't see people in NYC run them much either.

[@JoePenaProductions]

@@TimFitzwater I rarely ride in the city. Bike paths there; great. Street bike lanes; depends on which and where. But that's pretty much the case anywhere I ride here. Great channel, BTW. Enjoying your videos!

[@Wannaridebikes]

I use the heavy vans shoes when it’s cold. Or. I have a old hiking boot flat and grippy so I use them. I got them at Rei my jacket. I use a north face winter long sleeve shirt with pants long socks a zipper hoodie and another hoodie my winter gloves are winter tennis gloves. They work …hat I have a hat like that one fits nice in the helmet I got a face thing that cover from nose down. It keeps my face warm. Now when I’m done. I wash my bike and wash my clothes. I wish people would send me things to try out. But I’m not a big channel.

[@TimFitzwater]

I do hate how my face hurts when first out on a ride - but I really hate having my face covered so I deal with it for a couple miles. One thing I like about the wool stuff is not having to wash it after every ride. It still blows me away that anyone sends me stuff! Never expected that.

[@Adventures4vida]

I have the same ortlieb seat bag, and my only complaint is that it rolls up. Giving water a place to pool up.

[@TimFitzwater]

I guess you can roll it down too - but then you lose the light clip.

[@Adventures4vida]

@@TimFitzwater yea I saw that. I love Ortlieb, just spent 600 on some new bags, and this seat bag is the one time I saw a design flaw. Still doesn't let water in, but water does pool up.

[@radiohead1911]

Tim, do you have a link to the Surley wool top? I need one of those.

[@TimFitzwater]

Otis(from Dirty River Bicycle Works) just stopped by after his fat bike ride told me they discontinued them!! He said he had one medium left so I told him to put it on hold for me! I would look into any place that has QBP distribution to see if they have any hanging around - literally. As I was typing this I stopped and went to the Surly website - they are still there and it tells you where to get them based on your location so check it out. (of course mione said Dirty River)

[@radiohead1911]

@@TimFitzwater Thanks. Will do. Great channel btw!

[@robinheil]

Looking for shoe recommendations? When I first started winter commuting, I went to a Sears department store and ended up buying some leather work boots from Wolverine, and now I'm on my second pair (purchased from Famous Footwear). They are ostensibly waterproof, but mostly they are just thick leather, and with some nice wool socks, they have kept my feet warm in all but the most extreme conditions (down to -20 F / -30 C).

[@TimFitzwater]

You know what - I own Wolverines. That is all I wore when I worked on the farm. They are beat up now but definitely worth trying to see if it would be worth getting a new pair. There is actually a dealer within walking distance of me!

[@jele5116]

I recommend Miami, Florida for winter riding.

[@TimFitzwater]

That would be better than here - leaning towards Cali though.

[@jele5116]

@ I’m leaning towards that as well.

[@IowaNinersFan]

@@TimFitzwater Was in So Cal two weeks ago. Nothing but e-bikers on the roads and sidewalks. They're as reckless as cars.

[@chrisfyb]

Edmund just needs a light up helmet also, bam, problem solved.

[@TimFitzwater]

Damn. So right.

[@joowwwllllll666]

I wished I would be motivated to ride my bike rn

[@TimFitzwater]

It is tough!

[@jc-mt8ot]

can you share a link thermals you wear? IM looking for a good affordable pair as the last pair i had were mostly junk.

[@TimFitzwater]

In the description

[@PudgyPedalPusher]

Kona Project 2 fork.

[@TimFitzwater]

lol - I couldn't read it from where I was....

[@davidbee9563]

My tips for winter commuting: 1 fixed gear: better for grip and you stay warm because you are always pedalling. 2 old helmet with clear packing tape to cover the front and side vents leave the rear open to breathe. keeps the head warm and dry. 3 hands and feet warm and dry. When down to 0 F (-18 here in Ontario) plastic bag to cover toes and part of your foot over socks in shoes. bread bag works fine. 4 fenders. being dry trumps fashion. and saves the drivetrain from road salt and crap 5 milk bag to cover your seat when parked outside. wet bum is no fun. And you never know when you need it to carry stuff.

[@TimFitzwater]

Nice. No chance on a fixie here in Akron(and the places I ride) but I get that it works for others - the simplicity makes sense too. I am going to try the bags on my feet - I'm worried they will be too swampy on longer rides - but I need to try it before I knock it. I agree on saddle covers - since I ride leather I carry the brand name ones.

[@davidbee9563]

@@TimFitzwater my suggestion would be for shorter rides. I find that in the cold after about 40 minutes with road shoes my feet get cold. Just to cover from toes about half way not the whole foot.

[@noisufnoc]

I'm a bit curious about winter riding here in NEOH, do you think studded tires are a necessity? I'm anxious about falling.

[@TimFitzwater]

I think if your anxious about falling they are. The thing is we never know what we are going to get anymore. I find its best if you have the option to put them on a bike that isn't your daily driver.

[@IowaNinersFan]

@@TimFitzwater I have an old Specialized steel commuter bike that is equipped with Schwalbe studded tires. I'll only ride that bike during Winter time when there's snow and ice out. However, that bike has those twist shifters which I hate and being it's a "seasonal" bike, I don't plan on upgrading that bike. With that said, I plan on riding my MTB with 26 Nokian studded tires this Winter which I recently purchased so I'm itching to try them out. Can't wait.

[@mushroomhill]

0:50 that is sooo fucking sick

[@TimFitzwater]

The original Trek badge fell off - seemed like a good replacement.

[@TrezTacos5280]

Tim... bridgestone xo 1... is needed.

[@TimFitzwater]

Gonna ride an XO-1 in the winter!?

[@TrezTacos5280]

@TimFitzwater I made a replica. Should be fun xo 1 is the unicorn 🦄

[@donnydread7631]

🙏🏻

[@whileriding]

Do you get build up on your brakes during winter? It's more mud than snow where I live. I'm wanting to put a winter bike together but I'm worried about that mud collecting on the v brakes.

[@TimFitzwater]

It can definitely happen. I have had some issues on off-road rides where the ground is wet but the air is below freezing. One thing that you actually need to do is feather your brakes every so often to keep them from freezing up. That has almost always worked for me in those situations.

[@whileriding]

@TimFitzwater thanks for the advice! Love the channel!

[@reallytho99]

I thought Northern Ohio was now a tropical destination. Will this winter be fairly mild in your opinion?

[@TimFitzwater]

In general it will always be more mild but the weather pattern sometimes shifts and we get that Canadian air. The last two weeks have been the coldest late November/early December I can remember. Back to the 50s by Sunday though.

[@BusterThompson-ei1hp]

What is that seat?

[@TimFitzwater]

Brooks B17

[@felicetanka]

All i need to know for the winter; no cotton.

[@jaygeerollin4490]

You modeling like Zoolander/ Ben Stiller 😂

[@TimFitzwater]

Learned from the best!

[@robertgraves3215]

Every year, I go through some layering confusion for a couple weeks before my body finally adapts to actual cold that is consistent. I hate it when the temps fluctuate . Remembering to have a wind block barrier is also a thing sometimes. Past two years, for errands, I decided to just wear a pair of Merrel trail runners instead of my Shimano MTB shoes , which I love , but I think the steel sole stiffener in those makes my feet a bit colder . Yeah my mag trainer gets used very little . I 've been finding that doing squats is huge for my power. I don't do super heavy weight , even 20 reps every couple days makes a HUGE difference . So yeah that core muscle thing. But you feel like an old guy . (deep knee bends). That's great you can douche out your bikes in the basement. Did you know that road salt is man made calcium chloride which is calcium mixed with hydrochloric acid !!! That's why car frames are rotting so quickly. I got some in my mouth once , thought I was gonna die. (don't remove your gloves with your teeth) . They salted the shit out of the roads yesterday before our light snowstorm . I think you can get cheap one dollar sample packs of Bag Balm at like CVS. The stuff isn't greasy at all, it's lanolin from merino sheep. When it gets subzero, I'll do nose, ears , cheeks , hands , toes, and then layer up over those. It keeps the sweat vapors off your skin , the sweat just gets absorbed into the Merino etc. I never invested in studded tires , I bet they rock though. I just run a low PSI . I'm also big on a rescue thermos of hot soup, to keep your shit together when dealing with the dreaded flat tire . It's a morale thing. Well, time for my beer run , byeeeee..

[@TimFitzwater]

Yeah - the swings suck. We got 50s on the way. I have definitely tasted the salt and it is the worst - same thing - gloves in mouth... I have been doing deep knee bends too. I think studded tires make sense here because of the bad road and path maintenance and our fluctuating temps. I know people in real snowy places or big cities don't mess with them.

[@robertgraves3215]

@@TimFitzwater Studs: Whatever works for them works for me. I would love to try those wide beefy 29'ers but that's more Alaskan. We'll probably get your 50's. Trudge onward.

[@nathanpieper4634]

I think people can really overthink this one. Once you "get moving" for about one minute I think you can sustain lower temps than you mught think, with pretty minimal gear, what you need to be more thoughtful about is the gear avaialable if you end up stationary. Look at the gear XC skiiers wear... I commuted year round in Minneapolis for about 4 years, and outside of a handful of days where temps drop below say -20F, I wore stretchy jeans, and leather tactical boots (non insulated). Swrve Milwaukee jacket (RIP Swrve) and a long sleeve anything undernrath. I would add a vest and long johns under the jeans and jacket if below -20F. Fingers get wind and less bloodflow cycling even at milder winter temps so I wore some ice fisning mittens from the hardware store whenever below freezing. Never found the need for articulated fingers or crab mitts etc, with my flatbar cimmuter setup at least. Aluminum fenders with some clearance if snow is sticky. Found the 45 north gravdal tires worked great for me and really only liked some studs on the outer cornering knobs, if any. Rarely found studs to be necessary, but when you need them, you really ned them. Glare ice on two wheels is no joke and flat pedals probably saved me from a medical visit several times.

[@TimFitzwater]

You can definitely sustain lower temps with less clothes than most people I know. But that is all personal - which is what I always consider my vids to be "this works for me and may work for you". I do stop on most my rides which as mentioned is what does complicate things more. I also like to look reasonably normal when I'm out and about.

[@kenny_kaos]

Five Ten was bought by Adidas

[@TimFitzwater]

Yeah - I did know that once.😎

[@kenny_kaos]

@@TimFitzwaterlol

[@GlenKehlen]

5-10 is now run by adidas

[@TimFitzwater]

Ah yes! I should have remembered that. Who researches these videos?!

[@MrRay645]

you have the model strut down perfectly... you might be on the wrong side of the camera.

[@TimFitzwater]

lol

[@carlhansen9512]

I'm gonna piss off the bros and the trainer haters by rigging up a trainer to charge my ebike battery. 😂

[@hellogreg1973]

Sassy!

[@PudgyPedalPusher]

Five10 bought by Adidas

[@TimFitzwater]

Yeah - I fired this channels researcher!

[@landematt]

Where's Erin?? Hibernation mode?

[@TimFitzwater]

Nah - she'll be out with me soon. Just haven't been able to ride at the same time lately.

[@larrgemarrge]

Pogies cause you can't open beers with lobster's on

[@TimFitzwater]

After trying to futz with the GoPro I fee like I'm team Pogie again - but they couldn't be on this bike. Maybe at least on the Gunnar?

[@larrgemarrge]

@@TimFitzwater put some sweep bar pogies on my Granola's and they fit pretty nice

[@TimFitzwater]

I think I might have something that will work. Or I go with plastic bubbles and packing tape like the NYC food delivery guys😀

[@3wbasie]

Needs more hair flip

[@TimFitzwater]

🪮

[@bicycledad7660]

I like the app. Rouvy.