Winter Cycling Snow Studded Tires Tyres Ice Cycle Night Commute BikeBlogger

[@TheRoshan89]

As a noob cyclist preparing for his first winter, you are an inspiration!

[@lh6740]

I'm a noob too. I cycled a few times back in the day but not 5.5 km. Before it was 1.5 km. I'm crazy lol

[@drampadreg1386]

Remember, do not use the front brake in the snow/ice! Gravity is waiting like a troll under a bridge. Oh, wait... I hear the troll is now the head of the Canadian conservative party.

[@transportationland6395]

​@@drampadreg1386I think you meant Liberal party of Canada. Just correcting mistakes :)

[@e.l.9589]

Never crossed my mind that someone would bike in the snow, Subscribed.

[@roshi98]

I've got a 22km round trip commute in the High Peaks region of the Adirondacks and LOVE my Schwalbe Marathon Winter tires; 35mm like you. Because of the amount of salt used to treat the roads during winter here I'm having to wash my bike constantly, which is why I ride a pretty cheap Specialized "fitness" bike. But those tires have been a game-changer. You are so right about riding the the snow! It's so peaceful and I'm fortunate to have some back roads where there are hardly ever any cars so the night-time ride back is almost like being in a dream.

[@RuNescapeAiderP2PF2P]

Same here. My Schwalbe's made winter so fun. Nice studded tires and I easily outpaced cars. Surprisingly, I only fell a single time all winter and never had as much fun. Can't wait for winter to come back so I can finally go on my daily commute in snow.

[@LZWEHDKE]

The mood in this video is phenomenal. Your singing was the frosty icing on the cake.

[@mattburkey8393]

Whoa, 18 mph in the snow?!

[@klaasdeboer8106]

Great fun!! I really miss it !! Last serious snow eigh years ago. When it really snows in amsterdams, cars are clogged up, busses and trams don't go, but by bike? It is perfect. When I was young, in the eighties, I rode my bike all winter long, 13 k. and there was snow in the eighties.. I allso had a shortcut riding a frozen lake

[@animationmaker3004]

Watching this is so fun! You just earned yourself another subscriber!

[@owenjones2376]

Hey! Planning some winter cycling and this video both motivated and educated me. Thanks!

[@freedomfightereric9064]

You are a true Warrior! Thanks BikeBlogger!

[@yornvanderjagt6404]

You have winter tires for your bike?! We in the Netherlands just have the same tires in winter and summer. If there is snow we just slide and fall😂

[@BikeBlogger]

You don't need specific tires as long as your city plows and de-ices your streets. Just go slower and try to ride in a straight line if you hit a dangerous patch. Ice is bad and I've fallen multiple times because of it.

[@saad4868]

@@BikeBlogger no hard feelings I like your vids but do ukind of get the joke he or she made?

[@stopbanningmeonets3514]

@@saad4868 bit late Huh haha

[@bicyclecambelfast5680]

You are lucky in NL you have safe cycling infrastructure and less likely to slide under a lorry.

[@דוד-כ1נ]

@BikeBlogger would it be possible for me to only stud the front tire for a midwest winter

[@mikeh6286]

Very cool video. Thanks for taking us along with you.

[@Mr_Right]

Smooth ride! My winter commuting (Norway) has a 90 % success rate, so i added knee protection. Ice is hard, but add some sand on top of it, and you'll feel it. - For two weeks... Using an e-bike at the moment, which are just plain crazy on ice. Here the ice is not smooth and even, but more shaped like a moon landscape. A few km and there is no feeling my arms. But it is sick fun. I really enjoyed your almost a year old video. Especially the musical intro. Cultural enrichment on a very high level...

[@TheFloorBoys]

Man, I find your videos very therapeutic and can watch them for hours. I just went and purchased another bike tonight (Trek Marlin 5) and immediately looked for your channel for some inspiration. I already own a Trek and now I will have my "messy weather bike" and my new one for nicer weather! Just got diagnosed with sugar, so I've gotta get on it quick while I still have the ability to get rid of it. Thanks. Subbed!

[@BikeBlogger]

Yes cool!

[@peterlarsson307]

Get some spike tyres from Suomi tyres. I live in North of Sweden, Luleå and commute every day,30 km. Coldest trip -34 C

[@gravelking2.071]

I used several spiked tires over past 5 years: Kenda Klondike, Schwalbe ISP, Nokian Gazza Extreme 294 and now I use Schwalbe marathon winter plus. Over all these tyres, Nokians aka Suomi tyres are the absolute worst.

[@peterlarsson307]

Craft siberian pants,a pair of Long Johns with windproof front,Endura primaloft jacket,warm gloves,thumb,woolpower sweater and a midlayer, and 45 North wolfhammer shoes

[@firstandlastname2390]

Nokian Hakka wxc are great!

[@Jaywashere255]

This man: chilling without falling or slipping Me: *starts to drift *

[@tuenygaard8075]

Just got mine, primarily for black ice. A big confidence boost on the road

[@chuckconrad8736]

Don't be sorry about anything! thanks for showing us how it's done

[@orionxavier6957]

Update: Schwalbe just came out with a new 2019 model, the Marathon Winter PLUS. Instead of kevlar guard they now have smartguard, a thick layer of rubber to prevent punctures. After 4 winters, I've gotten a lot of flats using the Marathon Winter tires. During warmer weather I switch to Marathon Plus road tires and they almost never get flats. So I'm expecting the same results with the Marathon Winter Plus. :)

[@alexjboros9544]

I just purchased (in Nov., 2021) a Schwalbe Marathon Winter Plus 700 x 35 for my rear tire, and I'll be riding a used Schwalbe Marathon Winter (not the "Plus" model) on my front wheel. Have you found that the Plus model is better at preventing flats?

[@msafirimhehe]

Yes; It is way more fun to ride on winter snow than in rain! Great video!

[@chuckr9938]

really impressive, both your grit and your bikes ability to handle that.

[@jimmarshallman6300]

I've never seen an led light on a bike before .... It's bloody fantastic! :)

[@ThisTimeTheWorld]

Check out Fenix led headlamps

[@zzubuzz]

That is the tires I have on my Trek FX6 which I had since last winter. Learning what it's like last winter, same rules applied when snow finally got here. The typical, still got to be careful of ICE, nothing will stick to that, I'm talking the smooth shinny type. Also when the snow gets packed hard the grooves are hard to negotiate..it's best to ride in the street when the snow is as it was today and a couple days ago which is about 3" of frozen slush and powdery snow. I'm a bike riding addict so I enjoyed it, my feet didn't start to get cold until my hour and a half ride was over. Wear the typical winter layers of clothes, coats, gloves, socks and insulated boots. The temperature was very cold both today (5ºF but sunny) and upper (28ºF but with gusting winds) two days ago. The cold weather was not one bit distracting or un-comfortable, what was is the un-melted snow in the streets, the grooves, mix of icy slush and having less pavement to let cars go past. I did try going over paved bike paths, some portions were o.k for a mile or two, none of them had been plowed but mainly it was too difficult so I stayed on the side streets. As for un-paved trails I tried a short 1/4 mile, it was hard to ride thru and this would depend on how much and what type of snow build up you have.

[@jmrides777]

Nice little winter rip!

[@GeneVilleneuve]

I like that you come to a full stop at stop signs! You set a great example for all cyclists to follow.

[@TheRokko66]

Very nice! Thats what I am expecting this Winter riding the Strava festive 500

[@tommyholiday4ever669]

Ohhhh very nice..... Let it Snow.... Greetings from Gran Canaria... Right now 28C sunny ...warm and nice ... Tommy ; ))

[@gravelking2.071]

I bought these tyres after your video - fantastic tires!

[@kikupub71]

What a trooper! Kudos to you! My hands and feet turn blue when riding below 60 degrees

[@ryanbuenconsejo5306]

Nice stop at that stop sign lol

[@MP-zf7kg]

My experience, without studded tires: -snow is fairly easy, especially "crunchy" snow -a good, wide front tire is a must (tire ruts, refrozen boot tracks) -a wide back tire works well; a worn back tire works better on ice Snow over ice isn't too bad. In all cases, rude easy. Don't accelerate off of an ice patch, don't turn of brake on an ice patch. Obviously, the studded tire is going to be a ton better; if you're facing patchy ice, though, you can conquer it with patience and care.....but you WILL fall, sooner or later.

[@iLLuzion1st]

Im a california pedal biker about to move to Montana in February and I plan to do this! looks very enjoyable

[@williamvan909]

this is what we do here in.... Alaska too studded tires all around both front and back ... love e-biking in the snow out standing two thumps up

[@shefway]

Just sold my truck. And thinking of biking places. But only have a 1 speed beach cruiser. Do they make studded tires for that?

[@ThisTimeTheWorld]

Yeah, just look it up by the size, probably 26(559mm) x 2.0(50mm)

[@natkingcurrieiv1318]

🏆Sir, you are quite courageous !!...I'm a septuagenarian.....Bike all year...But, not in snow&ice..Bravo !!!..🏆... GREAT CHANNEL,TOO !!!Subscribed...

[@marekskupien9359]

Schwalbe tires are great, even better on the ice then on the snow.

[@digbyodell2924]

I'd recommend springing for the better 4 row or 240 studs tire though unless they are just for occasional bare minimum snow and ice action. The Marathons profile tends to be a little too rounded for really good grip unless the PSI is relatively low. Get the Nokian Hakkapeliitta 700x40 240 Steel Studs if ya want some serious bite for climbing and also for descending swiftly with confidence. Fatter 26 inch tires have more options but the Hakkapeliitta is a serious performance tire that will fit cross and gravel bikes.

[@lopez_wa]

Loving the vibe

[@nightfly222]

Thank you for video. Plan to winter ride this winter2016/17. Just getting an old Look Mountain ready with Schwalbe Marathon winter tires. Snow and ice doesn't scary it the idiots on the road.

[@pierrekuchmann3944]

I can hear you very well very nice sound

[@martinstepetin1167]

Could tell you were sure enjoying this ride

[@samuelhernandez1081]

My respect for you really you’ did a great job raiding in the snow thanks I enjoyed your video thanks

[@kobbetop]

My limit is about -20C/-4F and it's pretty brutal even though i'm cheating with my e-bike lol. The range goes down a lot because of the temperature. I agree that riding in snow is better than rain. Studded tires are a must.

[@Son_of_Can]

you take these harsh conditions wise and like a pro. Good job

[@runardamnes6359]

Riding on snow and ice is more fun when it's a bit colder (like -10C and below). Much, much better grip and way easier to go fast(er). I pump my tires up about halfway, and then a little bit, between the recommended min. and max pressure. That's because I keep my studded tires on throughout the winter regardless of road condition. The Marathons are also a chore on pavement/asphalt, in my opinion, and that's another reason why I keep the pressure up.

[@CuongTran-el3ci]

Nice biking in Winter is fun I am from Canada, I just came back from a ride in -10

[@JavierLopez-mx7ho]

I wish I could trust drivers the way you do!! I just don't see myself riding on roads on those conditions

[@TroubleshootGamingMeds]

Randomly found this one today. Thanks bb

[@millerman692]

First, I enjoy watching a winter ride; I'll probably never have the chance to do it where I live. What kind of gloves are you wearing and are you using shoe covers? What kind? Last, what city is this?

[@BikeBlogger]

I am wearing Pearl Izumi lobster claw gloves and toe covers by same.

[@millerman692]

Thanks much

[@ThisTimeTheWorld]

Wool socks

[@nitinbabariya3222]

What do you suggest for hands? My finger tips were freeze to death after approx 7km I had two layers. - base layer with marino wool and goretax handgloves designed for winter cyckling. My journey was 15km in -18 c, feel like -22 C. I am planning to buy bike mittens as third layer of protection. Do you any sugggestions?

[@mikieson]

Handled that like a BOSS..

[@Buck2901]

Is that in the St-Louis area?

[@drampadreg1386]

If you haven't tried them, check out the Specialized Expedition tires, no studs but when I was a bike messenger in Toronto during the mid 80's I could stand on my pedal on a slippery road and it grabbed and lurched forward before I hit that half revolution! Amazing tires for winter riding, now I have Vittoria Corsa tires rated 4 season (via Ali Express for much less and no tax) But that expedition tire blew me a way, and i made more money as a result. I still ride my 1986 Miyata, but I drop the pressure to 120-125 psi in the winter from 145psi. @ 700x23mm Cuts right through the snow like the old Wilies Jeeps did in the mud. I used to use 19mm Vittoria's but they don't have those anymore, even a good 20mm is hard to find.

[@ococococococ]

hey man, if you are still in Toronto i would like to connect with you as a bike friend!!

[@bicyclecambelfast5680]

Thanks for sharing

[@alexjboros9544]

What kind or brand of headlight are you using, and how many lumens? It looks amazingly bright.

[@PaulVarella]

Hi, I run on similar setting and conditions, and love this as much as you do! Keep having fun, man :)

[@deanazarnush884]

those tires must indeed be so delightful

[@gooseincitypark]

I have a hybrid bike that I will use this next year to commute to school, fairly small commute (2.75 mi one way), and I live in a city where one day it's beautiful and sunny and the next day it's freezing and snow everywhere. I have the opportunity to use a mountain bike, but it would be a hassle for other reasons. Can I use studded tires on my 700x32 hybrid all December to April, or should I use the mountain bike?

[@sandykavor8434]

Love your videos. I enjoy riding in winter, rain or any sort of weather conditions that require paying more attention. It's awesome.

[@idocallouts7393]

Nice video. Im curious about your bike light. I'd like to buy that. Care to share the name of the product?

[@JasonBrozic]

I second that - is like to know what it is as well.

[@srairmand]

18? I stuggle to keep steady at 15. Awesome.

[@blendtecbrah5761]

Are you riding on platform or clipless pedals? Also, what was the temperature during this ride?

[@BikeBlogger]

Hi blendtecBrah. I was riding with clipless pedals in this video, as I usually do. Platforms have the advantage of being able to use any boots you want though. I do not remember the temperature but it was definitely below freezing! :)

[@valerasmart3536]

Nice sport bicycle

[@JasonBrozic]

What are you using for a light...?? And is that a lit up display of your mph...?

[@drekex6767]

I have question, do you think just changing the tires to fat studded tires on my older bike will be enough for icy roads ? Or should I invest in a full fat tire bike ?

[@mhamdy7]

The winter tires is it good to walk in ice?

[@WheelThing-dt4kf]

Hello from Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 what light is that your using nice information and looks fun ride home for a hot chocolate

[@jonnyy4088]

Bought a 2017 caad12 disc 105 on sale.First road bike.Thinking I'll be riding around dartmoor on studded tyres soon God willing.

[@BODYBUILDING_TRUTH]

bb it was hard to ride in the snow but the tips that you gave me help a lot i have another question for you i ride far to work what are some thing i should eat and have in my bag

[@Patrick94GSR]

How far do you commute? I go 15.5 miles each way and it usually takes 65-80 minutes each way. I don't bother with eating anything on commutes. I only take food if I know I'll be out riding for 2 hours or more. But otherwise I do usually keep a gel in my trunk bag just in case.

[@BikeBlogger]

+david ortiz I like easy stuff like bananas, chewy things like energy bars, gels, and other bite size things.

[@we1come2thesyst3m]

whats the point of studded tires? i ride perfectly fine even after 12+ inches of snow.

[@gregmoderncity]

18 mph that's 29 Km/h is amazing in this condition!

[@TheRoshan89]

So these tires are more for ice and not snow? What tires do you recommend that will be good for ice AND snow?

[@BikeBlogger]

Fat tires with studs are your best bet for most types of snow and ice

[@supremefire31xd88]

Can you give me the link to your tires and bike, please?

[@irishwristwatch7544]

hi, i hope youll reply, because i have a problem: i dont have gloves for the winter yet, only for fall but now it gets a little cold on my fingers. Which gloves do you use? Thanks for your or anybodys help :)

[@BikeBlogger]

I like the Pearl Izumi lobster claw gloves. I also recommend poggies or bar mitts kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHfIqXiIf82SqcU

[@okletsgo9135]

Do you use an external microphone?

[@digbyodell2924]

Do you have the double row or quad row of studs? Maybe they don't come quad row in 35mm, but quad rows are far superior since they have at least one stud on each side of the tire in contact at any one time so you won't get nearly as many of those little lateral slips. I've ridden both and it's pretty easy to get used to the little slips because that's all they ever amount to but two rows on each side are extremely confidence-inspiring! As you say, the extra row also helps in cornering but the effect is not as dramatic as having the right air pressure to engage all four rows on straightaways that may be considerably more rutted than what you encountered.

[@sparkmadd_IZM]

Gold medal for the train

[@alexlintern9779]

Hi Bike Blogger, live in Finland now and cold weather is ahead. I have a 26" wheel Scott YZ v brake and a 28" Crescent hybrid disc brake. Which would you suggest is better for icy roads? The biggest issue here is tyre tramlining with the sidewall hitting hard edges left on the road by road traffic. Would it in your view be better to opt for the biggest volume tyre possible and go low with pressure? Also what is recommended stud-count? Thanks & keep safe!

[@BikeBlogger]

Hi Alex Lintern. The best bike tires depend on the snow consistency, which changes often as it melts and freezes and cars change the landscape. Studs are good for ice not snow but if the snow depth is quite shallow they should be able to bite through to the ice. Carbide studs last longer than steel type. I like to use tires with many studs like 200, but stud placement is more important - you want some closer to the sides of the tire for better control on turns. Lower tire pressures is always a good idea for dangerous conditions like wet roads, so I would get the larger tires your bike frame can handle so you can run lower pressures. Winter cycling in icy or snowy conditions isn't a race but it is a rewarding achievement.

[@AndrewMalcolmson]

To get out of icy ruts you want a tire with studs along the edge as well as in the centre.

[@nawjapausa9361]

could you tell me about your bike name,size and tire?

[@JohnLumapaskeith]

What headlight are you using?

[@m1sh99]

Great video. That light looks very effective. What brand/model is that? Thank you.

[@BikeBlogger]

My front light int his video is the Strada MK6 kzbin.info/www/bejne/nWG1Z2SPob90mc0

[@m1sh99]

Thank you for the information!

[@alceearsberry4150]

hey did your bike have a motor on it

[@hsd9690]

I can’t wait to do winter riding this year and next year in the beginning riding in 25cm snow or less

[@naldovaz9157]

Aloha from Montana.... Moved here and now l have to ride winter time... I ride 29+ off road tires and ... Dam ice don't care what size tires you have .... I still ride but so unsafe... Looks like l need 29+ studded tires

[@viccao8431]

what kind of light is that it looks super bright and has awide range and does it have the hroizontal cutt off thing where it doesnt shine at peoples eyes

[@BikeBlogger]

The light in this video is a Strada MK6 by USE. It has a cutoff, although I still aim it slightly downward to be courteous.

[@kaleyjones6778]

You’re a good singer, maybe you should have a Christmas bike music video.

[@oldaccount-j8j]

What kind of light do you use. It's so bright and I have trouble seeing at night

[@BikeBlogger]

This one! kzbin.info/www/bejne/nWG1Z2SPob90mc0

[@faizany18]

Absolutely love this video. I live in Canada as well. First time cycling in my life. Never bought a bike. I went to the store and the lady there said I would need a hybrid bike to use one for both winter and summer . But if Im correct, you're riding a road bike in the snow right ? Any tips/advice for a first time buyer who's just getting into cycling on what kind of bike to get to use for exercise year round to ride on roads only ? Hybrid or road bike. Thanks

[@tyren818]

Hey, I know it's late but road bikes generally have less tire clearance, meaning you won't be able to fit wider tires which you would need for offroad or winter time. Hybrid bikes have better clearance, you could also look into gravel bikes, they are the best in offroad/winter and onroad.

[@TedTremendous]

Man this video terrifies me... in the snow you cant see potholes and my town is full of them. A fall hurts bad, I know, I have been through one and the EMTs came to check things out cause I fainted and was a wreck after my wreck. I had bloody scrapes, bruises, and must of hit my head. It sucked.

[@nelhuiliztli2926]

Haven't rode a bike for quite a while, I always wanted to do this, I should probably do it again. Next step, doing it in the snow.

[@jason5315]

Whats the bike I need for snowblizzard riding

[@yeshuaifollow5045]

just bought the schwalbe ice spiker pro tires 4 my ebike 4 next winter haha can not wait 4 the snow ......

[@thomastrainsmore2010]

I love csx trains

[@PartySpock]

Please send a little bit of the frost and snow to Holland and of december. A white christmas in Holland happens in about once a twenty years.

[@nathanlevier5303]

What type of bike would you recommend for snow ?

[@saraqostahterra4548]

Arent roadbike tires generally supposed to be 5 bars at least?

[@SC_Can]

What are you using for shoes/boots to keep your feet from freezing?

[@BikeBlogger]

I've worn cycling shoes with toe covers and thick socks. Sometimes I wear waterproof socks over the thick socks, but you need one shoe size larger so you don't cut off circulation. kzbin.info/aero/PLEZf1_jDCYJ1_o9aaPNQtQaNcKu7S7L2y

[@Rainaman-]

And here I am riding 32c regular tires. Needless to say have slided out many times on black ice

[@CeleronS1]

Beigās kaut kādas radžainās riepas nopirki? Es tagad domāju ko uzsūtīt braucieniem pāri akmens tiltam. :)

[@Rainaman-]

@@CeleronS1 kopumā var iztikt. Ja pērc, tad schwalbe

[@dieselxdan]

Hi. What is the brand of the headlight that you are using? Thank you

[@BikeBlogger]

Exposure/USE Danny Nguyen

[@dieselxdan]

BikeBlogger thank you

[@motoristchamblizi8463]

Best song ever!!! Inna sing that all day this winter

[@staric4863]

No issue with cars? Every winter, it is hell to share the road with them. They all think winter bikers are crazy, stupid to take so many risks when it is slippery. Well equiped, I don't see any problem. And to me, who is the dumbest people? The one who keep riding all year long or the one, alone in his metal box, stuck in the traffic, burning gas for nothing?

[@TheDatpussy]

Chris Craist i ride all year long but the cars scare me in winter, here in denmark on the roads with out bike lanes they really only plow for cars so the cars pass rather closely and im always acared there will be loose snow and then i crash and get run over ha.

[@Rainaman-]

McMuffinFluffin worst thing is frozen water on roundabout. so many times made 180 degree slips. No tyre will grip well to wet ice.

[@graphics_dev5918]

@@Rainaman- No tire? Ha! This is what I'm running: www.terrenetires.com/products/copy-of-terrene-cake-eater-27-5x4-5-light-folding-studded?variant=12342274621487

[@RussellCambell]

Disc brakes better for winter?

[@graphics_dev5918]

@@RussellCambell Yes, definitely. Also better for the rain/mud.

[@Velogi]

That's the way to go! Studdes tires are must in those conditions. Some people still ride without them, even here in Finland! I would not.

[@mbdv8340]

Your light is powerfull! Where you both that?

[@afrocentricalbion]

Looks like an Exposure maxx-d mk11 front light