I ride a bike and wear reflective vest all year round, whatever the weather. Even in the biting cold I am hotter than anyone who is waiting at the bus stop. For those who have better ideas to spend money than corporations donating their fuel, and this still does not like to freeze at bus stops, and then cram into buses – I prepared a brief guide of the winter cyclist.
How to dress, that is why we so hot
First of all, not too thickly the worst thing you can do is wear a thick one (e.g. Feather) reflective jacket. This could end up in only one way – sealing the terrible while driving, rapid cooling down at the first traffic light and as a consequence – the inevitable cold. Therefore, you should get dressed for the so-called onion – better two-three thin jumper than one thick sweater. Of course, it is convenient to holders of modern sportswear, breathable and everything having, but to quiet urban driving can safely use regular, classic fabrics. The key is to protect the head and ears, face (balaclava or simply enclose part of the face scarf) and hands that best protect ski gloves – they are easy to buy in any supermarket at a moderate price.
It is also important to b