If your boots / gear get wet... I used the vent from the hot air drier at a laundry to dry my boots while drying my clothes - redirected the vent hose into the tops of my boots to get most of the moisture out.... Yes, the air is moist, but also quite warm and still able to absorb more moisture. I now carry a scarf all year round but have used T-shirts as scarves before.
Nitrile gloves aren't breathable, and because of that your heat and work of your hand will cause it to start sweating inside the glove. Wouldn't recommend
My tip from a 37 yr veteran police officer who rode all winter long in Canada with a sidecar..... The side car will direct cold air onto your right knee resulting in wicked arthritis. Keep the speed down and the knee warm. Take lots of shin heats in the winter or cold weather. (Shin heat: rest is a warm environment) We used to pull into a local paper mill. If you ride for pleasure...Don't ride when the temps are below 45 F. You will thank me in 25 years, maybe sooner like 3 or 4. Have a nice time watching Itchy boots in warm climates and exotic places.
Neoprene is great when wet, but typically gets very cold in wind chill, especially if you're not moving so much. I've had great success using thick diving gloves for winter cycling, but a motorbike might be a stretch too far. If you can find some with a rubber outer, or perhaps add a chemical glove over the top then it might work.
Pantyhose under your pants/socks. Old ranch hand trick my dad taught me. Keeps sweat and moisture away from your skin. Keeps you nice and toasty. Takes up almost zero space in your bag. Weighs almost nothing. Plenty of other uses in a pinch.
Great video. I ride 30,000 miles + a year and it's so hard to find kit that does what it promises to do. The carrier bag trick for dry feet is one I've used many times. I've also helped myself to the plastic gloves you get in some European petrol stations to wear under my riding gloves to stop my hands turning into prunes. Sometimes, it's not about how you look, it's about comfort. 👍✌️
Ah yea, the old plastic bag sock trick, never fails, used plenty of times on treks as well when my boots had a puncture/leak. By the way, 4-6 of those big trash bags can also act as an emergency tent when you slice them open and tape together, also good as bike cover when needed.
The most effective and probably cheapest hand warmers are the $6.00 safety gloves from Harbor Freight. I have a pair in the largest size to fit over my regular gloves. They are completely waterproof, gauntlet length and have a "fleece" liner which allows them to slide easily over regular gloves. Mine are bright orange which adds a little bit to visibility. The only downside is I have to take them off a block before Starbucks to fit in with the rest of the posers!
These suckers saved me today! 8hr trip in 19 degree weather. I used them for 4 hours. Though I have to admit they make handling the motorcycle a little tricky because they only come in one size and they tend to get caught between throttle and brake lever. Luckily most of the time I was using cruise control. Thanks!!
Began riding in 1972 in Minnesota. No longer live there, but 20 years in the military has provided an opportunity to ride in multiple climates and weather. For cold weather, heated gear is the way to go. Quality rain gear, to include boots and gloves are a must for distance riders and a good idea for commuters.
I cant recommend nitrile gloves as liners. Just wearing those on a chill day in the lab makes them soaked through with sweat if you wear them for longer than a few minutes - after that then your sweaty soup full of multiplying bacteria will get plenty of time to work into any cuts and wounds you might have which will suck on any extended trip. If youre gonna wear nitrile gloves for an extended period of time its a good idea to have some sort of cotton/wool liner underneath to keep your skin dry. Anyways i just stumbled into your channel and as an aspiring ADV bike owner im enjoying your content.
I wear nitrile gloves at work for hours no problem. My hands stay extremely clean (we test for bacteria, etc.), of course, I wash my hands and sanitize before putting on the nitrile gloves. Bacteria take a while to grow, I'm not sure if I would worry too much (soap and water do wonders). For riding, sure your hands will get sweaty and feel nasty but they will be drier than without waterproof outer gloves in a rain storm.
Different from my experience..I can't wear these gloves 5 minutes..my hands sweat so bad under these things..I can barely use them while changing oil or such projects..what's the problem ..what am missing?
Dudeareno Rodent You're not missing anything, people are just different. I sweat a lot, even when I do mild physical labor. On the other hand, many other people I know don't even break a sweat and it takes a lot to get them sweaty. That's why these improvisation tips don't always work for everybody. So pick the tips that work for you and ignore the rest.
Love your work, my tip carry a small sheet of bubble wrap, maybe 2ft x 1ft great wind and thermal protection for your chest and more durable than newspaper. Keep them coming
Don’t forget baby wipes for shield cleaning all season - cheap, fast and disposable. A cheap $10 balaclava (full head or just neck and nose) work great for warmth, especially in dual sport or dirt helmets that have huge pocket for cold to come in.
A tip from me if you're running cold: Stop the bike, find some cover, do NOT take of your gear and pump some blood with excercises. Give it 10 min. and you'll be warm and good to go. Don't drive with cold hands and feet, because the cramps might inhibit you from reaching the controls
If you use ‘hippo hands’ you’ll need something to give them support like handguards. Otherwise at speed the wind will catch them and actuate your front brake lever..
All good Tips and Tricks, some of them well known to me ;) One additional advise: For socks and underwear I recommend Merino Wool. It is very common used in the outdoors and bush craft scene. even when wet is keeps 80% of it insulation value.
Another benefit of Merino wool is also that they don't keep bad foot smell & they are very soft! For long trip, you can even keep merino wool clothes for days without washing. So for long roadtrip you can reduce the number of socks & thin underlayer to take with. Choose quality brand because at the end it 's cheaper because you will use them for years instead of buying every 6 months! And find something thin to cover your ears, which are the heat external sensors of the body (and when it 's hot, at the opposite, coold down your ears first and you will feel better!)
Your hands will sweat in nitrile gloves, making them wet and more prone to get cold. Silk glove liners are thin and inexpensive and make a world of difference for warmth. Put the nitrile on over them for waterproofing.
Yep, I brought the biggest Mechanics nitrile gloves( Have micro texture for grip) . Because they are made for manual labour as such , they are a lot stronger and hence stretch more allowing me to fit them over my regular gloves. They are also Black , not that I would shy away from "Priscilla Queen of the Desert" pink if it meant riding with warm dry hands as opposed to the alternative. Also good for light hand protection when carrying out roadside repairs or for using as water bombs :) .
Ski style thermals and ski socks. Ski balaclava and neck warmer. Heated gloves and grips. Layers. And I've found my airbag jacket also adds a lot of insulation. Gas station plastic gloves and a bin bag if you get caught out unprepared.
Sorry Michael, But I disagree. Yes if you live on the eastern coast and dont venture over the mountains in the west and only ride on sunny mild days, you would be right. Over the last 40 years Ive ridden in temps ranging from -12c to 48 c, dust storms, high winds, heavy rain, hail, sleet, snow and locust plagues. I have used everything from ex army jackets, ski gloves, gp boots, newspaper stuffed into the jacket, wearing a big plastic garbage bag under the jacket and others taped to my legs, leathers, all the way through to high end gortex jackets and pants and gloves, boots, electric vests, electric grips, polarfleece, etc. I did a lot of riding in Adelaide, Melbourne and Canberra all year round, didnt get any really good gortex gear until I moved to QLD, mainly because it just wasnt available or I didnt want to sacrifice a kidney to buy it. All of the op tricks work to some extent, but you cant beat modern textile gortex gear for that dry warm feeling when its freezing cold and pissing down. Ride safe.
You would be suprised the amout of time shaving cream has been a handy tool. Defogger, degreaser, windshield cleaner, marker, fun to prank fellow riders with too :) oh yeah... And you can shave with it too 😋
These are some great cold weather tips. I have been perfecting my cold weather riding for years. Layers are key. I have a $50 Walls thermal coverall, with various thermal layers below, and a rain suit that fits over. For feet, it’s Smart Wool wool 100% Merino wool socks always, and the Red Wing 10” waterproof boots. No cold, no leakage. After trying many so called “winter riding” motorcycle gloves that left my fingers numb, I landed on ski mittens. It was a total game changer. I can ride down to 20 degrees or less in total comfort, without any electric wires. Happy Trails
@@FriesyRider It’s a bit cumbersome at first, but I quickly got used to it. After about three winters riding with the ski mittens, there are no negative issues. Rock On
Caught in the freezing rain? Hit roads with plenty of lights and use engine heat to warm your hands up, the steam is nasty but feels good. Or do what I did, watch your hands to make sure they are doing what hour telling them. Scary and unsafe. Best of all, get some good gear. Every year buy at least one good item. Always think snow and hard cold downpouring rain when shopping.
Good tips. Like the idea with the latex gloves to keep your hands warm. I generally try to avoid riding in the cold and rain, but may need some of the gear you suggested for a trip to the north of Nova Scotia next year. Thanks for posting.
Many of these I picked up while traveling abroad and looking for a cheap effective way to stay dry/warm. The latex gloves are nice because you can use them in an emergency "crappy weather" kit that takes very little space.
Leave the car polish tip on your visor in the bin, they pretty much all have a small amount of abrasion to them, and eventually your visor will look like a white haze, rain x like you being using for 30 odd years and works a treat
Rain X has a warning not to use it on plastic. I tried it on a car headlight and it instantly etched the clear plastic like frosted glass. Your mileage may vary, but after a bottle leaked in my car and burned a hole through the carpeted floor mat... Rain X is banned from my vehicles.
@@justtheotherdave Rain X for plastic works. It doesn't bead as well as the Rain X for glass, but it does work. I just bought some in the past month and have ridden in the rain a couple times here in N.C. already.
this has nothing to do whether there are comunists or not, using newspapers to protect against the cold is a trick racing cyclists use since the beginning of their sport
I'm Luis from Argentina but live in Guadalajara, Mex. Great videos dude!!!! one of the best of the net. I have an R1200 RT but still watch your videos. They're so useful. I've been riding for some years but never took a driving class till last year. A world of difference!!! going to Arizona and Colorado with friends next May 2018. Hope our roads cross some day!
I'm from Argentina, have lived in the US for 50 years, and my closest relatives moved from Argentina to Guadalajara about 20 years ago! Si quieres visitar California algun dia, tira mi un email!
Qué bueno mi viejo!!! Avisme si necesitás cualquier favor aquí en GDL, con todo gusto te doy una mano. A fin del 18 o principios del 19 estoy haciendo toda la 101 hasta Oregon y regreso. Seguramente nos podemos comer un buen asadito!!! abrazo
I would recommend Snowboard Gear, the Gloves have the same protection plus Kevlar and they stay dry and warm. Same with snowboard underwear,. And I can recommend pure wool socks. Even if they get wet, the oil of the wool keeps them warm for hours.
I think the absence of any mention of wool socks has perplexed me on multiple gear vids up to now. I have changed over to wearing Cloudline socks (the no cushion ones mainly) in summer and my first winter riding this year. Merino wool FTW!
Thanks, I have been using the green bug remover Rain-x windshield washer fluid for years on my mirrors, headlight and face shield. It can cause problems for some face shields. The Suomy face shields have a coating on the inside that does not like Rain-x but as long as you make sure and keep it only on the outside it works.
a light long sleeve synthetic wicking layer, smart wool 1/4 zip sweater and light fleece jacket under my adventure jacket works to freezing and lower. Gloves, thin silk liners and fleece liners if it's not wet. Otherwise, three finger gortex over glove in the rain. Don't forget the legs. Ride safe, ride warm, ride dry.
Wonderful video and great practical real world tips! I saw you started with a shmaug around your neck, but didn't mention it. I ride most days with a balaclava, and wouldn't go out below 40 degrees without it! The one comfortable to the individual rider is best, but personally I prefer the thin fabric, adaptable layers, and thermal fabric of the UnderArmour heatgear balaclava. Thanks!
I just love the way that these lessons are completely analogous to martial arts. Every video I hear some tip that is very similar if not the same to the ones i give in my standup or weapons classes. Needless to say, I've been loving these videos, you are doing an amazing job! I may have seen all the videos in the past week. Keep it up, I've learned lots and I have lots to learn.
LMAO, this was fun! I've done the paper stuffing a few times, but after this video "Trash bag raincoat" is definitely on the list. I hope tourists at places will also gimme some money seeing that attire :P #gasFund
sorry but i have to disagree on the nitrile gloves to water proof your hands. i wear them all day at work and they will only keep water out. you hands will sweat inside them within 30 minutes and your hands will end up wet inside
@@tylermccoy5517 Three weeks ago I rode from Austin Texas to Big Bend National Park. Almost 1100 miles in 3 days. First day, it started raining and temp 41F-51F. I forgot where I put my waterproof insulated gloves so, I had to put on nitrile gloves that I always keep for various reasons. My hands were still cold with grip warmers on medium setting, nitriles and wet perforated leather. I rode pretty much 400 miles in those gloves. If it wasn't for them, I would have had to turn around. I rode before with two layers of nitriles and no grip warmers. I was cold to the point that I was shaking and riding. That was in almost freezing temps. When I change oil in 100F, my hands get drenched in sweat but, we are talking here about improvising in some conditions, not the ideal situation. In miltary, I would walk for days in drenched boots with two layers of thin socks and thin grocery shop bag in between socks. My feet were dry in cold and lil sweaty when warmer. You do what you have to make the best of situation.
Newspapers under clothes is an old bicycle riders secret. I use my bike everyday with mostly every weather condition and have: One piece raincoat over my gears and a Dainese water proof gloves over my gloves helped me to keep everything dry. I get to the office, take everything off and jacket and pants are dry. Since the overall is made of plastic gets dried in a few minutes. But having all the rest not wet is priceless. And btw, always keep your under gloves inside the sleeve rims and the over gloves outside
Except the advice with the heated vest and gloves, i tried ALL the options. What I did, was go on ebay and bought british army goretex waterproof jacket and trousers to match.they cost close to nothing although made from goretex. They pack lite and I look badass on my varadero. Keep up the good work! Cheers mate!
An old trick to get the visor of the helmet clean is to wet a paper handkerchief and put it on the visor for 5min. Then simply wipe the visor with the handkerchief and "voilá". To make non-waterproof shoes waterproof in an emergency, you can spray chain spray on the seams. However, the shoes are not really nice afterwards (but the feets remain dry ;-)).
i used like a fully perforated leather in below freezing cause i didn't have money for a winter jacket and all I used was a old thin rain hoodie. It was still cold but I didn't freeze to death
Instant coffee packs to dump down your throat when no coffee is available. I keep one in all my jackets. Helps make the last 300-miles of a punishingly long ride possible when nothing is open.
Some good tips. Garbage bag / newspaper / duct tape could save your backside in a pinch, kudos for mentioning that. In my mind, hand covers are a must -- and nowadays, I'm leaving my hand covers on year round, as mine also work sufficiently well, even loosely mounted leaving a wide opening for practically errorless hand re-insertion --- even mounted 'loosely,' my hand covers work sufficiently well in keeping the rain out too, so I don't seem to be using my gloves' rain / Gortex 'coveralls' anymore. ... Regards sealing up body extremities with plastic/rubber, I dunno, traps perspiration, I believe, even in cold weather, leaving you with moist/wet feet/hands anyway, at least on a longer ride, doesn't it? Could be wrong about that ... Regards electric gear, it is magic -- though for my hands, with hand covers & heated grips, I can go 80 mph down to 20F all day long with my more dexterous summer gloves, granted, I do take my fingers off the levers to grip the heat, and your hands can also be not so comfy at times temperature-wise, though definitely miles from frost bite, so anyway, definitely not the solution for everyone. Good video, thanks.
Great thoughts. As far as plastic trapping perspiration goes think about how scuba wet suits work. Moisture trapped between a non-permeable later and the body gets warmed to or near body temperature. While that isn't good for the skin for hours on end it can make an hour or three far more safe and comfortable on a budget or in a pinch.
I just bought this: www.chainreactioncycles.com/es/es/tratamiento-antiniebla-muc-off-35ml/rp-prod25404 and at least it works when drinking hot tea :) I will try it these coming days.
My trick for anti-fogging is to use dish soap on the inside of the face shield. Treat it like a paste wax. Smear it on every inch of the lense and let it dry completely. Once it's dry, polish it off like wax. It's perishable, so you have to re-do it periodically, but it works.
hi there, tip from me. Use shaving gel , or "head &shoulders shampoo " when trying to avoid fogging of helmet shield. at first , cover the shield with gel/shampoo. Then take paper napkin and wipe it of till ita dry and clen . dont use any water. workt pratty well ;) thx for you vids
No way. If you want to stay dry and warm, you must spend money on a good gear. I live in ushuaia, Argentina, and belive me, nothing goes well on freezeing temperatures, even wearing good stuffs. Just stay riding... stop to drink hot coffee, and go on... Great channel, dude! ;) thnx
Daniel Alferink you're right. in fact, at the last adventure, i was surprised by a frozen mountain pass. Fortunately, i carried a tire silicon spry, and i could pass ;)
Daniel Alferink was only for a couple of miles, but the bike rode more stable. anyway, I rode by road shoulder for more grip. I don't know if its useful on washed ice. I think not, but for save the moment... works.
Great tips, thanks! Never had much luck with the pinlock for some reason. Had an older Bell M4R carbon helmet with really thick visor that never ever got foggy, switched to a new HJC RPHA-70 touring one and voila, fogs up in a place or two all the time. It's very hard to clean all the debris from the pinlock once it is removed from the helmet for me as well due to the soft plastic being a bit "sticky". Pinlock also scratches quite easily and you get that mirror image when driving at night. Truly hate it and still wondering why don't they make these thick visors for every helmet. Also the laminated waterproof gear is the way to go for comfort, way better than internal membranes for heat convervation in heavy rain in case you're too lazy to use the rain jacket and pants.
For warm hands; I recommend heated glove liners under a pair of rukka (chamb 3) "lobster" gloves. Together with heated grips, they've kept me warm enough in low teen (F) temperatures for hours on end at highway speeds.
that was useful. thanks! I have everything figured out but am trying to figure out a comfortable way to keep my neck and throat area warm. I ride at night in the SF Bay Area and the only place that get the cold wing is my neck / throat. What's a good way to shield me from cold wind? thanks! I wont be receiving notifications so I don't know what the point in posting this here is but if you really want to help send me a personal message through youtube. I should get that.
I second: balaclava. I use UnderArmour heatgear, very comfortable and warm. Also my heated vest (Tourmaster) and my outer jacket will zip up really high. Especially with a leather jacket, if you un-fold the collar you can get pretty high on the neck. (Layers!) It will feel like a straitjacket, but will be warm up to your chin. As for the chin, if you aren't already, use a full face helmet with a chin screen. (mine came with one, but it would be pretty easy to mod one up with flannel and safety pins.) Lastly, a higher wind screen or ducking behind it when you are getting chilled will give you an edge on keeping neck warm.
I need tips for keeping my feet warm. Seems I have poor circulation and my feet get really cold. I'm thinking of getting some heated innersoles or socks.
check out the angle your knees are bent at, too. If you're tall, on a high-pegged bike, you'll have poor circulation in the legs lower from the knees and you'll get cold feet. So might be worth checking out any possibility of lifting your seat or lowering your pegs. Pegs kits are available for almost every bike. As for the seat, a little afternoon DIY with some dense foam will make wonders.
look at seal skin or some a goretex sock, make sure you boots aren't too tight. Heated socks or soles... good luck, please share when you figure out a solution
Heated grips can be switched ON no matter what gloves you happen to be wearing, but if you've always got your heated gloves and jacket liner on the bike, those will probably offer more warmth.
Yep, done it all. Nothing works in drenched military boots like grocery store bags. As for rubber gloves, always carry bunch. Saved my ass bunch of times. And best of all, you don't even need to wash your hands after wiping your ass. Only watch that dophins don't eat them if you are in the middle if the woods.
I’ve found those bubble-wrap big envelopes from fedex or ups are great to keep my chest, neck area warm. Especially if I get caught out somewhere where I didn’t dress properly. My suit is already water-proof. Just stuff a few in my exterior pocket of my saddle bag. Good to line the bottom with too. If I lose them, no matter. Make sure you peel off your name and address though.
I also had cheap really thin rain jacket hood inside of helmet. What a difference. Parts of jacket peeled off when I hit over 100 mph but, that $5 jacket saved me 4 times. Not bad. Plastic bag probably works better inside.
my tip for getting stuff like gloves more water reppelent - don't go "water reppelent" take a candle, coat all your glove in wax, and heat it up using hair dryer or... exhaust. You'll lose any breathing capabilities if your gear got any, but it will do great job in reppeling water.
Amazing.. My frend use rubbish bag and newspaper. Lats time made waterproof jeans Instructions.... One pair jeans take of on left side..... Rubber paint.... In pocket put balloons inside jeans pumps condoms and painting....
Strange as it sounds... that stretch wrap they sell for wrapping pallets and other packages .. just stretch it with a 3-4 “ overlap..you can wrap your feet, legs, arms and torso.(over your regular gear). also, if you need to, you can wrap soft luggage, use it to keep a busted pannier closed, if you are getting a lot of gritty slop from logging trucks you can carefully use it like a tear-off on your face shield or to close leaky vents by wrapping the whole helmet using a creative twist to make it wrap the narrow places. You can apply it like a anti-chip mask to clean painted surfaces.. just always make sure it can’t come loose and get into your wheels. It is available in 8-12” widths at big box home stores. And they usually have a roof or overhang near Contractor pickup.. or a bank drive through.. Also.. that thin reflective bubble wrap is cheap and you can tear it to fit rather than ruining all your clothes with newsprint( finding a newspaper isn’t easy these days).. two layers of that stuff breathes easier and can be dried in seconds with a hotel towel or paper towels.. Military surplus wool sweaters are a gift from the gods since they don’t crush flat and insulate even when wet...
Thanks for sharing your DIY ideas :) there are so many gadgets/ gear out there that money can buy, but its also good to see some quick and nifty ideas. So far I only have a mesh summer outfit. Until I have found a good cold season outfit, I am just throwing on my rain gear as a windbreaker and that actually already helps a lot for short rides.
Oxford use to do pads you could put in your boots and gloves and would last an hour, prefect for the morning commute , then put them in hot water at work and ready to use again for ride home.
To keep really warm once you stuff your shirt full of paper, set it alight!
Done that a few times
Let there be alight!
Only works for a minute or two and it's rather uncomfortable
If your boots / gear get wet... I used the vent from the hot air drier at a laundry to dry my boots while drying my clothes - redirected the vent hose into the tops of my boots to get most of the moisture out.... Yes, the air is moist, but also quite warm and still able to absorb more moisture.
I now carry a scarf all year round but have used T-shirts as scarves before.
If it starts raining book into a pub 😂🇦🇺🏍
Writing you from Colombia, great tips! 👍
I love riding in Colombia!!!!
Do you have a kitchen sink in that saddle bag? good video, thanks.
This is awesome!!!
You ever hear of rainx damaging transition shields in the long term?
nice... Thanks man
Nitrile gloves aren't breathable, and because of that your heat and work of your hand will cause it to start sweating inside the glove. Wouldn't recommend
Can we see your head Brett?
My tip from a 37 yr veteran police officer who rode all winter long in Canada with a sidecar..... The side car will direct cold air onto your right knee resulting in wicked arthritis. Keep the speed down and the knee warm. Take lots of shin heats in the winter or cold weather. (Shin heat: rest is a warm environment) We used to pull into a local paper mill.
If you ride for pleasure...Don't ride when the temps are below 45 F. You will thank me in 25 years, maybe sooner like 3 or 4.
Have a nice time watching Itchy boots in warm climates and exotic places.
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Some sort of bubble wrap that you gear is shipped in can be used inside your clothes for insulation and it's practically free.
Great idea, Martin!
Haha!!!
Has no one ever tried diving gear
Neoprene is great when wet, but typically gets very cold in wind chill, especially if you're not moving so much. I've had great success using thick diving gloves for winter cycling, but a motorbike might be a stretch too far. If you can find some with a rubber outer, or perhaps add a chemical glove over the top then it might work.
Pantyhose under your pants/socks. Old ranch hand trick my dad taught me. Keeps sweat and moisture away from your skin. Keeps you nice and toasty. Takes up almost zero space in your bag. Weighs almost nothing. Plenty of other uses in a pinch.
Great video. I ride 30,000 miles + a year and it's so hard to find kit that does what it promises to do. The carrier bag trick for dry feet is one I've used many times. I've also helped myself to the plastic gloves you get in some European petrol stations to wear under my riding gloves to stop my hands turning into prunes. Sometimes, it's not about how you look, it's about comfort. 👍✌️
Ah yea, the old plastic bag sock trick, never fails, used plenty of times on treks as well when my boots had a puncture/leak. By the way, 4-6 of those big trash bags can also act as an emergency tent when you slice them open and tape together, also good as bike cover when needed.
Great vids, I'm binge watching and subscribed 👍🏼
Cheap RainX substitute is a potato because of the starch.
Shoutout to Ryan and Fortnine for that one.
Thanks for the tip! Fortnine is a good channel.
thanks for the tip!!!
The most effective and probably cheapest hand warmers are the $6.00 safety gloves from Harbor Freight. I have a pair in the largest size to fit over my regular gloves. They are completely waterproof, gauntlet length and have a "fleece" liner which allows them to slide easily over regular gloves. Mine are bright orange which adds a little bit to visibility. The only downside is I have to take them off a block before Starbucks to fit in with the rest of the posers!
Great advice! Thx.
www.harborfreight.com/cold-resistant-pvc-gloves-in-orange-large-99691.html
These suckers saved me today! 8hr trip in 19 degree weather. I used them for 4 hours. Though I have to admit they make handling the motorcycle a little tricky because they only come in one size and they tend to get caught between throttle and brake lever. Luckily most of the time I was using cruise control. Thanks!!
Began riding in 1972 in Minnesota. No longer live there, but 20 years in the military has provided an opportunity to ride in multiple climates and weather. For cold weather, heated gear is the way to go. Quality rain gear, to include boots and gloves are a must for distance riders and a good idea for commuters.
Good advice, Mark.
Super ideas. In fact, I used large plastic bags from super market as Rain cover multiple times.
I cant recommend nitrile gloves as liners. Just wearing those on a chill day in the lab makes them soaked through with sweat if you wear them for longer than a few minutes - after that then your sweaty soup full of multiplying bacteria will get plenty of time to work into any cuts and wounds you might have which will suck on any extended trip.
If youre gonna wear nitrile gloves for an extended period of time its a good idea to have some sort of cotton/wool liner underneath to keep your skin dry.
Anyways i just stumbled into your channel and as an aspiring ADV bike owner im enjoying your content.
I wear nitrile gloves at work for hours no problem. My hands stay extremely clean (we test for bacteria, etc.), of course, I wash my hands and sanitize before putting on the nitrile gloves. Bacteria take a while to grow, I'm not sure if I would worry too much (soap and water do wonders).
For riding, sure your hands will get sweaty and feel nasty but they will be drier than without waterproof outer gloves in a rain storm.
Different from my experience..I can't wear these gloves 5 minutes..my hands sweat so bad under these things..I can barely use them while changing oil or such projects..what's the problem ..what am missing?
Dudeareno Rodent
You're not missing anything, people are just different. I sweat a lot, even when I do mild physical labor. On the other hand, many other people I know don't even break a sweat and it takes a lot to get them sweaty. That's why these improvisation tips don't always work for everybody. So pick the tips that work for you and ignore the rest.
Love your work, my tip carry a small sheet of bubble wrap, maybe 2ft x 1ft great wind and thermal protection for your chest and more durable than newspaper. Keep them coming
how do you keep yourself from popping it all is beyond me
Don’t forget baby wipes for shield cleaning all season - cheap, fast and disposable. A cheap $10 balaclava (full head or just neck and nose) work great for warmth, especially in dual sport or dirt helmets that have huge pocket for cold to come in.
Great tips, Nicolas! Thanks!
A tip from me if you're running cold: Stop the bike, find some cover, do NOT take of your gear and pump some blood with excercises. Give it 10 min. and you'll be warm and good to go. Don't drive with cold hands and feet, because the cramps might inhibit you from reaching the controls
fiuturizm Good tip
I was so cold the other day I noticed my brain slowing down. I stopped and put on my emergency layer.
If you use ‘hippo hands’ you’ll need something to give them support like handguards. Otherwise at speed the wind will catch them and actuate your front brake lever..
Those sound like words of experience lol
kawadude mcdouble - yup
All good Tips and Tricks, some of them well known to me ;)
One additional advise: For socks and underwear I recommend Merino Wool. It is very common used in the outdoors and bush craft scene. even when wet is keeps 80% of it insulation value.
Another benefit of Merino wool is also that they don't keep bad foot smell & they are very soft! For long trip, you can even keep merino wool clothes for days without washing. So for long roadtrip you can reduce the number of socks & thin underlayer to take with. Choose quality brand because at the end it 's cheaper because you will use them for years instead of buying every 6 months! And find something thin to cover your ears, which are the heat external sensors of the body (and when it 's hot, at the opposite, coold down your ears first and you will feel better!)
Man just good work. Please keep it up! Greeting from "se" (the) snowy Germany! :-)
Your hands will sweat in nitrile gloves, making them wet and more prone to get cold. Silk glove liners are thin and inexpensive and make a world of difference for warmth. Put the nitrile on over them for waterproofing.
thanks for the idea
Yep, I brought the biggest Mechanics nitrile gloves( Have micro texture for grip) . Because they are made for manual labour as such , they are a lot stronger and hence stretch more allowing me to fit them over my regular gloves. They are also Black , not that I would shy away from "Priscilla Queen of the Desert" pink if it meant riding with warm dry hands as opposed to the alternative. Also good for light hand protection when carrying out roadside repairs or for using as water bombs :) .
Ski style thermals and ski socks. Ski balaclava and neck warmer. Heated gloves and grips. Layers. And I've found my airbag jacket also adds a lot of insulation.
Gas station plastic gloves and a bin bag if you get caught out unprepared.
Dont need any of this. Australia has the best weather all year. Perfect one day Better the next.
Lucky!
Sorry Michael,
But I disagree.
Yes if you live on the eastern coast and dont venture over the mountains in the west and only ride on sunny mild days, you would be right.
Over the last 40 years Ive ridden in temps ranging from -12c to 48 c, dust storms, high winds, heavy rain, hail, sleet, snow and locust plagues.
I have used everything from ex army jackets, ski gloves, gp boots, newspaper stuffed into the jacket, wearing a big plastic garbage bag under the jacket and others taped to my legs, leathers, all the way through to high end gortex jackets and pants and gloves, boots, electric vests, electric grips, polarfleece, etc.
I did a lot of riding in Adelaide, Melbourne and Canberra all year round, didnt get any really good gortex gear until I moved to QLD, mainly because it just wasnt available or I didnt want to sacrifice a kidney to buy it.
All of the op tricks work to some extent, but you cant beat modern textile gortex gear for that dry warm feeling when its freezing cold and pissing down.
Ride safe.
You would be suprised the amout of time shaving cream has been a handy tool. Defogger, degreaser, windshield cleaner, marker, fun to prank fellow riders with too :) oh yeah... And you can shave with it too 😋
And...Hippo Hands!!!! yaaa
These are some great cold weather tips.
I have been perfecting my cold weather riding for years.
Layers are key. I have a $50 Walls thermal coverall, with various thermal layers below, and a rain suit that fits over.
For feet, it’s Smart Wool wool 100% Merino wool socks always, and the Red Wing 10” waterproof boots. No cold, no leakage.
After trying many so called “winter riding” motorcycle gloves that left my fingers numb, I landed on ski mittens. It was a total game changer.
I can ride down to 20 degrees or less in total comfort, without any electric wires.
Happy Trails
Ski mittens means without single fingers, that type of gloves? How good is the controllability with these?
@@FriesyRider It’s a bit cumbersome at first, but I quickly got used to it.
After about three winters riding with the ski mittens, there are no negative issues.
Rock On
@@0HARE maybe worth a trial... thanks for that. Frozen fingertips are my only concern during winter riding.
Caught in the freezing rain? Hit roads with plenty of lights and use engine heat to warm your hands up, the steam is nasty but feels good. Or do what I did, watch your hands to make sure they are doing what hour telling them. Scary and unsafe. Best of all, get some good gear. Every year buy at least one good item. Always think snow and hard cold downpouring rain when shopping.
Good tips. Like the idea with the latex gloves to keep your hands warm. I generally try to avoid riding in the cold and rain, but may need some of the gear you suggested for a trip to the north of Nova Scotia next year.
Thanks for posting.
Many of these I picked up while traveling abroad and looking for a cheap effective way to stay dry/warm. The latex gloves are nice because you can use them in an emergency "crappy weather" kit that takes very little space.
As a back up some of those chemical heater packs can be handy. Great entusiasm, its contagious.
Great tip!
nice tip
And the places they fit are endless!
Leave the car polish tip on your visor in the bin, they pretty much all have a small amount of abrasion to them, and eventually your visor will look like a white haze, rain x like you being using for 30 odd years and works a treat
Good advice!
Rain X has a warning not to use it on plastic. I tried it on a car headlight and it instantly etched the clear plastic like frosted glass. Your mileage may vary, but after a bottle leaked in my car and burned a hole through the carpeted floor mat... Rain X is banned from my vehicles.
Use anti dandruff shampoo, thers plenty youtube videos on it,, tried it out myself n it works a treat👍
@@justtheotherdave Rain X for plastic works. It doesn't bead as well as the Rain X for glass, but it does work. I just bought some in the past month and have ridden in the rain a couple times here in N.C. already.
Ha ha, in comunist countries people used newspapers as a warmer because there were not any motorbike clothes available.
this has nothing to do whether there are comunists or not, using newspapers to protect against the cold is a trick racing cyclists use since the beginning of their sport
Probably yes but in comunist coutries it was very common practice due to lack of everything except newspapers. ;-))
ok ;-))
Snowmobile gloves work well and are cheaper than motorcycle specific gloves, you do sacrifice the armor however.
I'm Luis from Argentina but live in Guadalajara, Mex. Great videos dude!!!! one of the best of the net. I have an R1200 RT but still watch your videos. They're so useful. I've been riding for some years but never took a driving class till last year. A world of difference!!! going to Arizona and Colorado with friends next May 2018. Hope our roads cross some day!
I'm from Argentina, have lived in the US for 50 years, and my closest relatives moved from Argentina to Guadalajara about 20 years ago! Si quieres visitar California algun dia, tira mi un email!
Qué bueno mi viejo!!! Avisme si necesitás cualquier favor aquí en GDL, con todo gusto te doy una mano. A fin del 18 o principios del 19 estoy haciendo toda la 101 hasta Oregon y regreso. Seguramente nos podemos comer un buen asadito!!! abrazo
Seguramente! Maybe I can ride part of the way with you!
I'll be glad to!
Great tips thanks, somebody else's experiences to work with is always better than finding out the hard way. ;>)
I would recommend Snowboard Gear, the Gloves have the same protection plus Kevlar and they stay dry and warm. Same with snowboard underwear,. And I can recommend pure wool socks. Even if they get wet, the oil of the wool keeps them warm for hours.
Great tip. Thanks!
I think the absence of any mention of wool socks has perplexed me on multiple gear vids up to now. I have changed over to wearing Cloudline socks (the no cushion ones mainly) in summer and my first winter riding this year. Merino wool FTW!
runemagic7 I would love to see these little things which save your „life“ mentioned more, as you say. Maybe we have to promote them 👍😀
The rain-x windshield washer fluid in a small spray bottle works for the face shield cleaning while on a trip, along with a microfiber towel.
Great tip!
Thanks, I have been using the green bug remover Rain-x windshield washer fluid for years on my mirrors, headlight and face shield. It can cause problems for some face shields. The Suomy face shields have a coating on the inside that does not like Rain-x but as long as you make sure and keep it only on the outside it works.
a light long sleeve synthetic wicking layer, smart wool 1/4 zip sweater and light fleece jacket under my adventure jacket works to freezing and lower. Gloves, thin silk liners and fleece liners if it's not wet. Otherwise, three finger gortex over glove in the rain. Don't forget the legs.
Ride safe, ride warm, ride dry.
Wonderful video and great practical real world tips! I saw you started with a shmaug around your neck, but didn't mention it. I ride most days with a balaclava, and wouldn't go out below 40 degrees without it! The one comfortable to the individual rider is best, but personally I prefer the thin fabric, adaptable layers, and thermal fabric of the UnderArmour heatgear balaclava. Thanks!
I just love the way that these lessons are completely analogous to martial arts. Every video I hear some tip that is very similar if not the same to the ones i give in my standup or weapons classes. Needless to say, I've been loving these videos, you are doing an amazing job! I may have seen all the videos in the past week. Keep it up, I've learned lots and I have lots to learn.
LMAO, this was fun!
I've done the paper stuffing a few times, but after this video "Trash bag raincoat" is definitely on the list.
I hope tourists at places will also gimme some money seeing that attire :P #gasFund
LOL
That newspaper trick was really neat. Especially when it too much cold, we could just light a match into those.
sorry but i have to disagree on the nitrile gloves to water proof your hands. i wear them all day at work and they will only keep water out. you hands will sweat inside them within 30 minutes and your hands will end up wet inside
Agree, that’s a really bad idea.
Actually, it is really good idea as I personally tested it several times. There is more chance of getting hypothermia than sweaty hands.
And if you have two layers of gloves, even better. Also, tested.
@@oknevals i wear nitriles for a living. your hands start sweating within 20min. fast if you have your heated grips on.
@@tylermccoy5517 Three weeks ago I rode from Austin Texas to Big Bend National Park. Almost 1100 miles in 3 days. First day, it started raining and temp 41F-51F. I forgot where I put my waterproof insulated gloves so, I had to put on nitrile gloves that I always keep for various reasons. My hands were still cold with grip warmers on medium setting, nitriles and wet perforated leather. I rode pretty much 400 miles in those gloves. If it wasn't for them, I would have had to turn around. I rode before with two layers of nitriles and no grip warmers. I was cold to the point that I was shaking and riding. That was in almost freezing temps. When I change oil in 100F, my hands get drenched in sweat but, we are talking here about improvising in some conditions, not the ideal situation. In miltary, I would walk for days in drenched boots with two layers of thin socks and thin grocery shop bag in between socks. My feet were dry in cold and lil sweaty when warmer. You do what you have to make the best of situation.
Newspapers under clothes is an old bicycle riders secret.
I use my bike everyday with mostly every weather condition and have:
One piece raincoat over my gears and a Dainese water proof gloves over my gloves helped me to keep everything dry.
I get to the office, take everything off and jacket and pants are dry. Since the overall is made of plastic gets dried in a few minutes.
But having all the rest not wet is priceless.
And btw, always keep your under gloves inside the sleeve rims and the over gloves outside
Babywipes, for everything! Clean you helmet, the windscreen, your hands, rub them inside your helmet for it to smell better. Endless possibilities!
Except the advice with the heated vest and gloves, i tried ALL the options. What I did, was go on ebay and bought british army goretex waterproof jacket and trousers to match.they cost close to nothing although made from goretex. They pack lite and I look badass on my varadero. Keep up the good work! Cheers mate!
Cheers!
Good thinking ;
An old trick to get the visor of the helmet clean is to wet a paper handkerchief and put it on the visor for 5min. Then simply wipe the visor with the handkerchief and "voilá".
To make non-waterproof shoes waterproof in an emergency, you can spray chain spray on the seams. However, the shoes are not really nice afterwards (but the feets remain dry ;-)).
people with glasses get fogged up glasses. Use polish on them too.
i used like a fully perforated leather in below freezing cause i didn't have money for a winter jacket and all I used was a old thin rain hoodie. It was still cold but I didn't freeze to death
Thanks for the info.
I watched a vid going over the same info and this guy would have us spend $2k.
Not going to happen.
Cold rain hurts.
Instant coffee packs to dump down your throat when no coffee is available. I keep one in all my jackets. Helps make the last 300-miles of a punishingly long ride possible when nothing is open.
Harsh! You mean without water?
even just having decent plastic shields on your hand-guards will make a surprising difference in warmth for your hands.
Some good tips. Garbage bag / newspaper / duct tape could save your backside in a pinch, kudos for mentioning that. In my mind, hand covers are a must -- and nowadays, I'm leaving my hand covers on year round, as mine also work sufficiently well, even loosely mounted leaving a wide opening for practically errorless hand re-insertion --- even mounted 'loosely,' my hand covers work sufficiently well in keeping the rain out too, so I don't seem to be using my gloves' rain / Gortex 'coveralls' anymore. ... Regards sealing up body extremities with plastic/rubber, I dunno, traps perspiration, I believe, even in cold weather, leaving you with moist/wet feet/hands anyway, at least on a longer ride, doesn't it? Could be wrong about that ... Regards electric gear, it is magic -- though for my hands, with hand covers & heated grips, I can go 80 mph down to 20F all day long with my more dexterous summer gloves, granted, I do take my fingers off the levers to grip the heat, and your hands can also be not so comfy at times temperature-wise, though definitely miles from frost bite, so anyway, definitely not the solution for everyone. Good video, thanks.
Great thoughts. As far as plastic trapping perspiration goes think about how scuba wet suits work. Moisture trapped between a non-permeable later and the body gets warmed to or near body temperature. While that isn't good for the skin for hours on end it can make an hour or three far more safe and comfortable on a budget or in a pinch.
Tried the paper trick myself. Works like a treat!
Great!
Love it that they are mostly free easy solutions and not a plug for expensive gear. Thanks
Another great video from You. Thanks and keep going!
Love your vídeos! What about glasses? I don't tolerate contact lenses, and my glasses get awfully foggy at slow speeds...
I haven't found a good solution for that yet :-(
I just bought this: www.chainreactioncycles.com/es/es/tratamiento-antiniebla-muc-off-35ml/rp-prod25404 and at least it works when drinking hot tea :) I will try it these coming days.
let me know how it works long term... you can email me if you want at bt@pugetsoundsafety.com
My trick for anti-fogging is to use dish soap on the inside of the face shield. Treat it like a paste wax. Smear it on every inch of the lense and let it dry completely. Once it's dry, polish it off like wax. It's perishable, so you have to re-do it periodically, but it works.
The news paper under your jacket is a very effective solution for warmth and windproof barrier
Will this work with the Daily Sport
@@lioncrunch Sure give it a try
LOL man! This is marvelous 😄
hi there, tip from me. Use shaving gel , or "head &shoulders shampoo " when trying to avoid fogging of helmet shield. at first , cover the shield with gel/shampoo. Then take paper napkin and wipe it of till ita dry and clen . dont use any water. workt pratty well ;) thx for you vids
will that work for a car with no ac????
SkiTard93 you should try it ;) i know it works for helmet screen , window shield is big , it want be easy to wipe it properly
as I wrote above, you should try at least ;)
No way. If you want to stay dry and warm, you must spend money on a good gear. I live in ushuaia, Argentina, and belive me, nothing goes well on freezeing temperatures, even wearing good stuffs. Just stay riding... stop to drink hot coffee, and go on... Great channel, dude! ;) thnx
Daniel Alferink you're right. in fact, at the last adventure, i was surprised by a frozen mountain pass. Fortunately, i carried a tire silicon spry, and i could pass ;)
Daniel Alferink was only for a couple of miles, but the bike rode more stable. anyway, I rode by road shoulder for more grip. I don't know if its useful on washed ice. I think not, but for save the moment... works.
Great tips, thanks!
Never had much luck with the pinlock for some reason.
Had an older Bell M4R carbon helmet with really thick visor that never ever got foggy, switched to a new HJC RPHA-70 touring one and voila, fogs up in a place or two all the time.
It's very hard to clean all the debris from the pinlock once it is removed from the helmet for me as well due to the soft plastic being a bit "sticky".
Pinlock also scratches quite easily and you get that mirror image when driving at night. Truly hate it and still wondering why don't they make these thick visors for every helmet.
Also the laminated waterproof gear is the way to go for comfort, way better than internal membranes for heat convervation in heavy rain in case you're too lazy to use the rain jacket and pants.
For warm hands; I recommend heated glove liners under a pair of rukka (chamb 3) "lobster" gloves. Together with heated grips, they've kept me warm enough in low teen (F) temperatures for hours on end at highway speeds.
Those are actually some really good hacks! I was expecting something clever but not really applicable IRL, but these are really practical!
A Fishing suite you look weird and it can be bulky but it works for me
that was useful. thanks! I have everything figured out but am trying to figure out a comfortable way to keep my neck and throat area warm. I ride at night in the SF Bay Area and the only place that get the cold wing is my neck / throat. What's a good way to shield me from cold wind? thanks! I wont be receiving notifications so I don't know what the point in posting this here is but if you really want to help send me a personal message through youtube. I should get that.
A scarf?
I use a balaclava and a dickie turtleneck (layers FTW).
I second: balaclava. I use UnderArmour heatgear, very comfortable and warm. Also my heated vest (Tourmaster) and my outer jacket will zip up really high. Especially with a leather jacket, if you un-fold the collar you can get pretty high on the neck. (Layers!) It will feel like a straitjacket, but will be warm up to your chin. As for the chin, if you aren't already, use a full face helmet with a chin screen. (mine came with one, but it would be pretty easy to mod one up with flannel and safety pins.) Lastly, a higher wind screen or ducking behind it when you are getting chilled will give you an edge on keeping neck warm.
Fantastic tips dude but can you tell me where you got you world map from ! 😉
What about the bike? When they're putting salt on the road, should I rince the bike everyday of does once a week suffice?
Nothing like riding in the cold with heated gear, I never ride without it anymore it’s just amazing.
6:00 It'll what?
many layers of DryFit clothes works perfect for me...
I need tips for keeping my feet warm. Seems I have poor circulation and my feet get really cold. I'm thinking of getting some heated innersoles or socks.
check out the angle your knees are bent at, too. If you're tall, on a high-pegged bike, you'll have poor circulation in the legs lower from the knees and you'll get cold feet. So might be worth checking out any possibility of lifting your seat or lowering your pegs. Pegs kits are available for almost every bike.
As for the seat, a little afternoon DIY with some dense foam will make wonders.
look at seal skin or some a goretex sock, make sure you boots aren't too tight. Heated socks or soles... good luck, please share when you figure out a solution
Disposable plastic gloves that you can find at service stations make great water proofing glove liners
4:10 the portable rainy concert solution! 🎸
If you had to choose between heated grips or heated glove liners what would you choose?
Heated grips can be switched ON no matter what gloves you happen to be wearing, but if you've always got your heated gloves and jacket liner on the bike, those will probably offer more warmth.
I have been having great success with heated grips, a set of hippo hands and my summer gloves. its currently 33 degrees here.
Grips.
Was this filmed on April Fools Day?
0:06 you look like mad max XD
Nice informative vids man! Your videos are great resource for riders.
Thanks!
Just buy Klim winter jacket with layers.
RainX is great !
Great tips keep em coming
Always keep a bandanna with you for your neck. Cost about $2
Great tip, John!
I read that as "banana" at first and was confused
Great for the wind, but holy crap when it gets wet you can't remove it fast enough.
Joshua Kline I brought bananas on my last trip, great snack and the potassium helps prevent muscle cramps.
Bananas are a slow release energy supply . Good for a long ride.
Yep, done it all. Nothing works in drenched military boots like grocery store bags. As for rubber gloves, always carry bunch. Saved my ass bunch of times. And best of all, you don't even need to wash your hands after wiping your ass. Only watch that dophins don't eat them if you are in the middle if the woods.
I’ve found those bubble-wrap big envelopes from fedex or ups are great to keep my chest, neck area warm. Especially if I get caught out somewhere where I didn’t dress properly. My suit is already water-proof. Just stuff a few in my exterior pocket of my saddle bag. Good to line the bottom with too. If I lose them, no matter. Make sure you peel off your name and address though.
I also had cheap really thin rain jacket hood inside of helmet. What a difference. Parts of jacket peeled off when I hit over 100 mph but, that $5 jacket saved me 4 times. Not bad.
Plastic bag probably works better inside.
my tip for getting stuff like gloves more water reppelent - don't go "water reppelent" take a candle, coat all your glove in wax, and heat it up using hair dryer or... exhaust. You'll lose any breathing capabilities if your gear got any, but it will do great job in reppeling water.
Amazing.. My frend use rubbish bag and newspaper. Lats time made waterproof jeans
Instructions....
One pair jeans take of on left side.....
Rubber paint.... In pocket put balloons inside jeans pumps condoms and painting....
Strange as it sounds... that stretch wrap they sell for wrapping pallets and other packages .. just stretch it with a 3-4 “ overlap..you can wrap your feet, legs, arms and torso.(over your regular gear). also, if you need to, you can wrap soft luggage, use it to keep a busted pannier closed, if you are getting a lot of gritty slop from logging trucks you can carefully use it like a tear-off on your face shield or to close leaky vents by wrapping the whole helmet using a creative twist to make it wrap the narrow places. You can apply it like a anti-chip mask to clean painted surfaces.. just always make sure it can’t come loose and get into your wheels. It is available in 8-12” widths at big box home stores.
And they usually have a roof or overhang near Contractor pickup.. or a bank drive through..
Also.. that thin reflective bubble wrap is cheap and you can tear it to fit rather than ruining all your clothes with newsprint( finding a newspaper isn’t easy these days).. two layers of that stuff breathes easier and can be dried in seconds with a hotel towel or paper towels..
Military surplus wool sweaters are a gift from the gods since they don’t crush flat and insulate even when wet...
Thanks for the great tips! love your vids!
Thanks Miguel!
Thanks for sharing your DIY ideas :) there are so many gadgets/ gear out there that money can buy, but its also good to see some quick and nifty ideas. So far I only have a mesh summer outfit. Until I have found a good cold season outfit, I am just throwing on my rain gear as a windbreaker and that actually already helps a lot for short rides.
Ive only needed one hack, electrically heated liners that plug into the bike. Once you get those its game over, no more of this BS.
Oxford use to do pads you could put in your boots and gloves and would last an hour, prefect for the morning commute , then put them in hot water at work and ready to use again for ride home.
emergency water repellent for visor or windshield: slice a potato, smear it, then dry it with a clean cloth.