what winter gear do i need

[terry_gardener]

I would like to cycle over the winter months just wondering what I need to make it comfortable, warm and dry.

I currently have a dhb hi-vis jacket (waterproof), and windproof full-figured gloves.

 

[vickster]

I don't think you can ever be dry on a bike if it rains, you can be warm and comfortable ish (need to keep feet / hands as dry as you can)

 

[smokeysmoo]

Winter/Thermal bibtights are very useful IME.

Waterproof gloves might be advantageous.

Decent overshoes, or invest in some proper boots. FWIW I also use Sealskin socks, and they're one of the best things I've ever bought.

Decent waterproof trousers.

Decent waterproof cover for your rucksack/panniers.

Glasses with different lenses, although IMO you should never ride without them at anytime.

Plenty lube of your choice for regular mickling of your chain/drivetrain.

 

[Mattonsea]

Winter/Thermal bibtights are very useful IME.

Waterproof gloves might be advantageous.

Decent overshoes, or invest in some proper boots. FWIW I also use Sealskin socks, and they're one of the best things I've ever bought.

Decent waterproof trousers.

Decent waterproof cover for your rucksack/panniers.

Glasses with different lenses, although IMO you should never ride without them at anytime.

Plenty lube of your choice for regular mickling of your chain/drivetrain.

Pretty comprehensive list.

 

[Supersuperleeds]

Skull cap if you wear a helmet or even if you don't

 

[Supersuperleeds]

If you haven't got drying facilities at work. take some spare kit with you, now't worse than putting on wet gear and going out into the cold

 

[terry_gardener]

Winter/Thermal bibtights are very useful IME.

Waterproof gloves might be advantageous.

Decent overshoes, or invest in some proper boots. FWIW I also use Sealskin socks, and they're one of the best things I've ever bought.

Decent waterproof trousers.

Decent waterproof cover for your rucksack/panniers.

Glasses with different lenses, although IMO you should never ride without them at anytime.

Plenty lube of your choice for regular mickling of your chain/drivetrain.

I wear prescription glasses so can't really get cycling glasses.

I was thinking of waterproof gloves as mine the fingers are abit long, some waterproof trousers or over trousers and maybe a black waterproof jacket like the night vision evo.

 

[terry_gardener]

thanks for the helpful comments

 

[bigup]

Base layer
Bib tights or bib shorts with leg warmers
Winter warm jacket
Waterproof jacket / trousers for when it rains
Overshoes
Thermal thin gloves
Buff / scarf type thing
Also Bike lights, mud guards too

 

[Nigel-YZ1]

Second vote for Sealskinz socks, and some very warm gloves.

 

[inkd]

Light drizzle I will ride but if its racking it down the car it is. Buff is good and cheap and all above mentioned, this will be my second winter so I might invest in some decent socks as last year it was just my feet that suffered.

 

[icky]

Decent gloves and overshoes are a must and then its a case of layering up but be careful not to over do it or your in danger of becoming the Michelin man Lol

 

[icky]

Terry I also wear prescription glasses and I know what you mean about not being able to get cycling glasses. Try chainreactions.com I found some with inserts for prescription lenses that were reasonably priced and don't look that bad either.

 

[vickster]

optilabs.com have a range of sports glasses...or there's always Oakleys if you have £300+ !

 

[Berties]

I bought assos fugu socks,bang on for warmth,a tight fitting pair of over shoes and decent gloves,I only use a buff under my helmet,and then merano wool base layer windproof jacket,any more layers is up to you,and a light fleece lined bibed longs,if I don't wear glasses my eyes get sore,I treat my lenses with a anti fog paste