Comments on: Cycling in Snow (photos)

By: Tom Graham

Tom Graham — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:27:19 +0000

This winter is my first where I am required to commute 16 miles each way to work (last winter was minimum 2 miles usually extended) so decided to invest in some studded tyres. I’ve got some Marathon Winter 35c that fit nicely on my fixed gear bike. They’ve paid for themselves in the last week or so with all the snow/ice we’ve had in Leicestershire.

This morning about half of my commute was on compacted snow/ice and some slushy main roads. The tyres worked great, with some slipping in the slush but the studs allow me to correct it before hitting the tarmac! I don’t know how some people do it with slick tyres…

If I had a mountain bike I would probably get studded tyres for that instead as off-roading in the snow looks like so much fun!

By: Alan Huntley

Alan Huntley — Sat, 27 Nov 2010 18:00:19 +0000

I am facing my first winter of training in Norway. Snow an ice abound so not sure how I will manage to stay fit. Not to keen on the gym or turbo; guess I’ll have to learn to love them.

By: velocipede2288

velocipede2288 — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 08:35:22 +0000

I tried cycling in the snow, but just came off. found it very difficult. Tried riding in the tracks of moror vehicles, but with the same lack of success.
So, rather than risk a broken leg or hip, I am keeping off the stuff.
Maybe I’ll have to get an exercise bike. Just for such days.

By: tejvan

tejvan — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 08:47:19 +0000

Wow, that sounds pretty extreme!

By: Gnoarme

Gnoarme — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 06:20:07 +0000

Yes, I live in Melbourne and cycled home 20km (12.5 miles) in 45.1° heat last week. The worst thing is your water bottle warms up so half-way into the ride you’re drinking water at ambient temperature. I’ll tell you I got home and collapsed onto the floor, leaving a big puddle of sweat before hauling myself into the shower for a long, cold shower – ignoring the current water restrictions!

I don’t envy folks riding in snow though, as at least my ride home wasn’t in slippery conditions.