Great going. Glad you didn't fall. I've skidded on the ice on a bike once. Braked with the rear wheel and the bike went out from under me. Slid on my tuchus for 5 feet. Got up. A woman asked if I was okay. I said, "Yeah, I meant to do that. I'm practicing for the Olympic Slide Team."
Very cool Brother! I have been riding mountain bike to a HS where I coach since Thanksgiving when the transmission of my 52,000 Chevy Malibu went out one month out of warranty. Like you, i get a lot of looks from people warm in cars as I pass. Thanks for the sanity check...
I start a new job next week... 6.5 mile commute one way.. i have no car. I have a 2014 trek crossrip, schwalbe marathon plus tires 35mil not studed and i live in chicagoland, this is gonna be nuts!! Lol... flat terrain tho so thats a plus.
I'll be bike commuting in snow and subzero temperatures for the first time in Minneapolis and St Paul, MN tomorrow. Wish me luck! Thanks for sharing your experience, it's motivating! I'll have to get a gopro camera and share my winter bike adventures :)
Dress appropriately and you'll be fine mininthecity. Good luck! I wear thick insulated gloves similar to ski gloves, a balaclava, waterproof socks over my regular socks, winter knit helmet insert to cover my ears, two layers of lower and upper clothing. Here is a video when I talk a bit about it ua-cam.com/video/KVMYOS0P1O0/v-deo.html
Hey, I enjoyed watching your snowy commute! I agree, studded tires are great for winter riding, but they aren't that helpful for riding in deep snow. The snow just pushes you where it wants you to go regardless of your tires. Glad you made it in safely!
i've seen fat bikes go over a few feet of snow. i was cross country skiing and they rode right by me. when my skis fell off and i tumbled, i found it very hard to stand up without my leg going into the snow, knee deep or more. they never had any issues.
I bike all winter in Canada and only hang the bike up during snow storms . I tend to favour bike paths ,trails and sidewalks for safety reasons . I can not stress the importance of wool socks enough . Cotton and cotton synthetic sock blends are dangerous because they cause frostbite . Thermal underwear also keeps the jewels safe .
Whatever tires came on my motobecane seem to do great in this snow, BB. Maybe time for an upgrade? Let's see, I just checked it for you. They say WTB Bronson 2.2 29ers and have small nubs. Nubs; About 4 wide but plenty of space between them and they absolutely GRAB onto the MN snowfalls we just recently had. I've been out on it 3 times in the past 24 hours. The compound is so soft that even at 60 psi I can grab the outside nubs and they flex quite easily -- I can only imagine this would excel at even lower tire pressures. BTW I rode across an unfrozen beach (and dropped my new phone in the water but it's OK -- I should be ordering a box for it instead of watching& commenting on your vids. heheh) and these tires also work very very well on the sand you will find here in MN. ( I can look for more details if you need them just ask. ) Should be melting tomorrow so commuting will get easier for a few days. I love that we have bike racks on all the buses now. You should use them if you do not already. ( I prefer to bike the whole way but love the option in case I do not feel up to the commute home though I often pick up and haul so many supplies I couldn't get the bike back onto the bus bike racks sometime. But Mpls is cool that way. )
I'm looking at using the ATV bike for the snow with the 29x 2 1/4" tires. It's not all the time over winter here, but as much as two or three weeks worth for snowing and staying.
Fat bikes are good but they won't fit on the bus or ferry bike rack . Many bike commuters also use public transit as part of their commute to work so transportation companies should make bike racks that can handle fat tires .
Nice riding. I was hoping to ride in the snow this year but the 1 time it snowed here in Arkansas this year was weak. Melted on the roads before I woke up.
I enjoy your winter rides. Can't find the one around St. Louis zoo. As a motorcycle rider who used to ride in the winter, with the aid of a windshield, it seems axiomatic to add a bicycle windshield for winter commutes. I did a search for bicycle windshields, with the Zipper about all that showed up. Too big. In my search, some scooter windshields also appeared. There was a nice sized one, not too big, for $29. Motorcycle handlebar brackets for $7. It mounted to my old Raleigh 3 speed like it was made for it. Haven't done much testing yet. Depending on aerodynamic efficiency, I may leave it on until hot weather. In the same way a windshield makes a motorcycle ride more comfortable, I expect it will help on a bicycle. I don't plan to ride when it is really cold, but I think it will give me another 15 degrees that I previously would not have done so.
I live in van bc and we're actually gettin what amounts to a winter this year for us. a bit of snow, but worse for riding is the cold which causes black ice, crashed twice last winter..that was on 35 mm kenda quick tendrils, awesome tires...but ice is the great equalizer..
This is gonna be me in about a month since my explorer needs a bunch of work. Luckily I have a 2018 Giant Toughroad Slr that can accommodate bigger tires, gonna go with some studded schwalbe tires.
Have you thought about getting/trying a fat bike for a now bike? (Same idea as your bad weather bike.) You can get tires for the snow. Footnote: I'm thinking 4' tires and up. (I live in Florida so I don't need worry about the snow in my commutes)
cook7772 I have considered it, cook7772, but its the price tag that has kept me away. Fat bikes are becoming more popular and the prices are starting to go down, but I don't see myself riding one most of the year because it usually is not snowy in my area like it was in this video.
Thank you from Russia\Samara very much sir - But when do we see some forest trial ride - i do like to encounter your local hillbillies with archers-arrow shit))) like the movie Wrong Turn part one)) By the way - i like your phrase WE ONLY LIVE ONCE - in Russian it sounds like this - Живём только один раз и нужно всё попробовать.I have a Fatbike and too like the winter snow crooss rides
You may find that the Schwalbe CX Pro tires give better maneuverability than studded tires in the snow. I ride in Montreal and they worked really well. and they are cheaper too.
Bontrager makes 26" studded fat bike tires that will fit the Alaskan made 9:zero:7 aluminum frame fat bikes... In Alaska they actually do sanctioned snow races on such bikes.
Man, I would love to add a fat bike for winter cycling to my collection, but we get so little snow here it would be real easy to see through that excuse.
That headlight looks like a mini-rocket launcher here! I was just milling over models to buy for the three months or so of the year where that might come in handy for me for rides just at or just after dusk. I'm not really a gadget guy at all and I like a simple bicycle, so part of me resists it. I'll probably buy one, then take it off come the Spring. The thing is, while I've always just gone without, and ridden very little in the dark, I'm a lot more into it now than I ever have been, so I will make good use of it.
It helps at night trust me, especially with potholes. It's worth spending the money and getting something with at least 700 Lumens. Charge for 24 hours the first go.
@@Fortuna_716 I've been using a Volt 700 since 2017 on that one bike. My e-bike has a built in one, and my road bike just goes without one. I watch the watch there.
Tell us about your winter clothing. Not sure I'm brave enough to ride to work in the snow and ice due to living in a hilly part of the country. Still need to sort out my cold weather clothing choices though.
Hi Long Island Vegans! Those are my Pearl Izumi P.R.O. Softshell Lobster Gloves. They are warm, and I pair them with glove liners when it gets very cold.
Wow! You must really love your job.. Definitely looks like that kind of riding requires a lot of concentration just to stay on the bike.. Guess that's why I ride in FL. Good vid..
it seems that he looks very shiver and cold because of winter chilly wind. Even with lay of sun, clothes,whatever, it is very hard to maintain body thermos and physical condition as usual.
Hey great video thanks, I am wondering on the clothes you have on for 18 deg weather. I ride in all types of weather to work and clothing is the hardest part to figure out. Thanks, Paul
+lynchburglive I wear layers of stuff. Glove liners inside my gloves, multiple layers on my lower body, two layers of socks,a balaclava for my neck/face, and ear flaps for my ears.
I cycle even in winter to work in Sweden where I live but we have winter tyres that we use.I also use a commuter bike not a racing bike.But I love cycling even in winter.
This is why busy roads can be better. No wasting time or risking falls cornering, roads are cleared more often due to the traffic, cars are driving paranoid anyways, and I've gone through ice patches with regular tires just by going straight and steady cadence.
The fat tire trade-off isn't always a good one. After my studded fat tire commute to work in about six inches of ice and snow, I don't slide as much as you but I become a human powered snowplow. When the roads are plowed sort of, I use my velomobile.
Hi BikeBlogger i'm one of that guys that bike in snow almost all Winter.Most of the time is fun but my biggest issues changes of temperature and what to wear in the Winter season.Sometimes at night, cars are slow because snow and they can see perfect well the "crazy" guy(full equipped course) in the bike lol, commuting by bike is a year around for me,i live in Ontario,Canada
Helder Lucio Hello, Helder Lucio. Yes, fluctuations in temperature is always an issue. Best to be prepared and take an extra layer or two with you for later. After sun falls it gets much colder!
Cops ain΄t the troublemakers dude :P, if they are in your area they shouldn't .. Also, you should stop to play with the snow at some point :D ! And finally, your speed meter is wrong, 60 miles per hour 20:00 ?!?
Nevermind I saw the Missouri 100 sign, and Maplewood on the side of the police cruiser, lol. How much snow do you get down there typically in a season?
That is pretty hardcore riding! Great job. My concerns would be (other than falling and busting my ass) the salt spray on the bike and the negligent driver factor. Did you get any rusting after? Glad you made it through your snowy commute and thanks for the post.
hi BikeB, i just have a ciclocross and a cheap mountain bike both with rim brakes. Should i buy studded tireds for the cicloX or the mountain bike for winter commuting (8 km) street up and downhill? (Location Norway)
Hi spanish. ink. If there are freezing temps and precipitation or any moisture there is ice on the street (especially bridges where there is a lot of wind) even if you can't see it. Studded tires work no doubt about it. I recommend them for safety for sure.
This kind of snow can be easily done by Schwalbe big apple or similar tire. But You really need front fork as the rigid one kills your driveability. Additionally you can let the air out of front tire and leave the pressure below 1 psi. Than the front end will be pretty stable. Any way, it was done pretty well given all the circumstances.
Good for you bike blogger. Have you tried studded tires? I live in Calgary Canada and my winter riding conditions are similar to yours. I have enjoyed my winter commute better after I got to use them.
BikeBlogger I got to see your other videos. I really like them, good job. I use a similar bike and set up as you. Our winters are longer, it is still a great pleasure to ride year long for me. My last addition: battery-power heated glove liners, they are great. ;-) Enjoy your winter cycling.
Hi bikeblogger what cam do you use as i am in my first yr to commute to work i live in the uk and ride on some busy country rounds avrage speed of cars go at 50mph i think it would be good idea to get a cam. the ride is 8 miles and take me 40min on a good day.. many thanks Phil
+Phil Sherratt Hi Phil Sherratt. I use a gopro hero3+ black camera. Use a stable mounting bracket too like the kedge ua-cam.com/video/VX6PW4oZbyo/v-deo.html
2 different years riding in ICE and snow I fell repeatedly, and lost the use of each arm both left and right in separate incidents. I would never recommend anyone ride in ice based snow. The bruises aren't so bad, but the upper orbit of the shoulder is severely damaged in a complete 'flip', and there is no time for physical adjustments or maneuvers. The loss of arm movement and strength lasted about 3-4 months with near complete loss. Better to walk, and that is dangerous I ICE. Congratulations in surviving.
A more realistic assessment of what happens with an average person with average skills, such as myself, I believe. Unless you bicycle for the thrill and danger, then know the level of your skills, never commit yourself beyond your skills, and be realistic. Very few people underestimate their skills. Just because some people can do something does not mean you can.
+ca4Gochops If I remember correctly it was only a couple inches with my studded 35s AND fenders. I will be putting on my 35s later this winter when things ice up again but for now I'm running 32s and have plenty of clearance..
+Ashani Ashani The bike in this video is my Diamondback Haanjo Comp. I attribute my not falling to the studded tires and my riding ability - and a little luck. LOL
The gloves are the Pearl Izumi lobster claw gloves. I recommend them or something with a similar design. They work best with brakes/shifters that are easy to grab with bulky gloves.
Great going. Glad you didn't fall.
I've skidded on the ice on a bike once. Braked with the rear wheel and the bike went out from under me. Slid on my tuchus for 5 feet. Got up. A woman asked if I was okay. I said, "Yeah, I meant to do that. I'm practicing for the Olympic Slide Team."
Robert Goodman
Did you make her laugh? :P
Dinner-fork tongue did you take her out to dinner
Great ride BB. I like your style. It felt like I was playing a bicycle video game. I could feel your tires slipping! Relief when WE made it!
I have no idea but I love watching you commuting videos. it's relaxing yet fun to watch. thanks for posting!!
+Francesca Chiaverotti Thank you!
Very cool Brother! I have been riding mountain bike to a HS where I coach since Thanksgiving when the transmission of my 52,000 Chevy Malibu went out one month out of warranty. Like you, i get a lot of looks from people warm in cars as I pass. Thanks for the sanity check...
Unedited and real! Love it!
that looks totally nuts and totally fun.
I love riding in the snow it's the best in my mind
i am a full time bike commuter also its crazy to see how many drivers are using a
cell phone
while driving in the snow and cops too
nice riding dude, i also ride the whole year :)
I start a new job next week... 6.5 mile commute one way.. i have no car. I have a 2014 trek crossrip, schwalbe marathon plus tires 35mil not studed and i live in chicagoland, this is gonna be nuts!! Lol... flat terrain tho so thats a plus.
You sound well prepared. Hope it's going all right for you this week.
I'll be bike commuting in snow and subzero temperatures for the first time in Minneapolis and St Paul, MN tomorrow. Wish me luck! Thanks for sharing your experience, it's motivating! I'll have to get a gopro camera and share my winter bike adventures :)
Dress appropriately and you'll be fine mininthecity. Good luck! I wear thick insulated gloves similar to ski gloves, a balaclava, waterproof socks over my regular socks, winter knit helmet insert to cover my ears, two layers of lower and upper clothing. Here is a video when I talk a bit about it ua-cam.com/video/KVMYOS0P1O0/v-deo.html
BikeBlogger thank you! My hands and toes got colder than expected. I'm still experimenting with layers and gear. I appreciate the advice!
Greeting from the UK. Thanks for sharing, I'm glad you made it safely.
How not to crash with a road bike in the snow? Snow is horrible but at least it's not as bad as black ice which is the worst... Respect!
Hey, I enjoyed watching your snowy commute! I agree, studded tires are great for winter riding, but they aren't that helpful for riding in deep snow. The snow just pushes you where it wants you to go regardless of your tires. Glad you made it in safely!
Thanks cjhoyle! I'm so glad I didn't fall too! :)
👍 Your balance is INCREDIBLE !!!...GREAT JOB !!! 👍
i've seen fat bikes go over a few feet of snow. i was cross country skiing and they rode right by me. when my skis fell off and i tumbled, i found it very hard to stand up without my leg going into the snow, knee deep or more. they never had any issues.
I bike all winter in Canada and only hang the bike up during snow storms . I tend to favour bike paths ,trails and sidewalks for safety reasons . I can not stress the importance of wool socks enough . Cotton and cotton synthetic sock blends are dangerous because they cause frostbite . Thermal underwear also keeps the jewels safe .
There could be a tornado next to him and he would still find a way to commute to work on his bike, respect+
Whatever tires came on my motobecane seem to do great in this snow, BB. Maybe time for an upgrade? Let's see, I just checked it for you. They say WTB Bronson 2.2 29ers and have small nubs. Nubs; About 4 wide but plenty of space between them and they absolutely GRAB onto the MN snowfalls we just recently had. I've been out on it 3 times in the past 24 hours. The compound is so soft that even at 60 psi I can grab the outside nubs and they flex quite easily -- I can only imagine this would excel at even lower tire pressures. BTW I rode across an unfrozen beach (and dropped my new phone in the water but it's OK -- I should be ordering a box for it instead of watching& commenting on your vids. heheh) and these tires also work very very well on the sand you will find here in MN. ( I can look for more details if you need them just ask. ) Should be melting tomorrow so commuting will get easier for a few days. I love that we have bike racks on all the buses now. You should use them if you do not already. ( I prefer to bike the whole way but love the option in case I do not feel up to the commute home though I often pick up and haul so many supplies I couldn't get the bike back onto the bus bike racks sometime. But Mpls is cool that way. )
Oh all that fresh air mate I can sense it trough the blog 🧔👍
looks fun bro. stay safe cant wait for this winter
I'm looking at using the ATV bike for the snow with the 29x 2 1/4" tires. It's not all the time over winter here, but as much as two or three weeks worth for snowing and staying.
Looks like you need to add a fat bike to your collection for winter riding.. ☺
Fat bikes are good but they won't fit on the bus or ferry bike rack . Many bike commuters also use public transit as part of their commute to work so transportation companies should make bike racks that can handle fat tires .
Nice riding. I was hoping to ride in the snow this year but the 1 time it snowed here in Arkansas this year was weak. Melted on the roads before I woke up.
Love this video!!! thanks for sharing buddy :)
I enjoy your winter rides. Can't find the one around St. Louis zoo. As a motorcycle rider who used to ride in the winter, with the aid of a windshield, it seems axiomatic to add a bicycle windshield for winter commutes. I did a search for bicycle windshields, with the Zipper about all that showed up. Too big. In my search, some scooter windshields also appeared. There was a nice sized one, not too big, for $29. Motorcycle handlebar brackets for $7. It mounted to my old Raleigh 3 speed like it was made for it. Haven't done much testing yet. Depending on aerodynamic efficiency, I may leave it on until hot weather. In the same way a windshield makes a motorcycle ride more comfortable, I expect it will help on a bicycle. I don't plan to ride when it is really cold, but I think it will give me another 15 degrees that I previously would not have done so.
How do the studded tires perform on the parts that do not have snow or ice? Do the studs bother you (or can they be felt)? I live in MN too :)
Studded tires can't really be felt but the can be heard. It's like a noticeable buzzing sound.
This day I would have been outfitted with studded training wheels.
Man, if I didn't live in the tropics, I'd for sure invest on a fat bike for winter cycling.
I live in van bc and we're actually gettin what amounts to a winter this year for us. a bit of snow, but worse for riding is the cold which causes black ice, crashed twice last winter..that was on 35 mm kenda quick tendrils, awesome tires...but ice is the great equalizer..
I'm going to have to do this next week for my 10 mile commute over hills and a bridge without studs. Wish me luck
Belated good luck! How did it go? )
@@BikeBlogger So far almost 300 miles down =)
This is gonna be me in about a month since my explorer needs a bunch of work.
Luckily I have a 2018 Giant Toughroad Slr that can accommodate bigger tires, gonna go with some studded schwalbe tires.
Have you thought about getting/trying a fat bike for a now bike? (Same idea as your bad weather bike.) You can get tires for the snow. Footnote: I'm thinking 4' tires and up. (I live in Florida so I don't need worry about the snow in my commutes)
cook7772 I have considered it, cook7772, but its the price tag that has kept me away. Fat bikes are becoming more popular and the prices are starting to go down, but I don't see myself riding one most of the year because it usually is not snowy in my area like it was in this video.
lol I hope my bmx handle's this good, I got a fitbikeco with super fat tires
Thank you from Russia\Samara very much sir - But when do we see some forest trial ride - i do like to encounter your local hillbillies with archers-arrow shit))) like the movie Wrong Turn part one)) By the way - i like your phrase WE ONLY LIVE ONCE - in Russian it sounds like this - Живём только один раз и нужно всё попробовать.I have a Fatbike and too like the winter snow crooss rides
You may find that the Schwalbe CX Pro tires give better maneuverability than studded tires in the snow. I ride in Montreal and they worked really well. and they are cheaper too.
RJ Bachner Thanks for the tip, RJ Bachner!
don't they plow the snow where you live?
I'm about to go out in 25 slicks road bike. Had a ball joint go out on car and mountain bikes not at my place.
Bontrager makes 26" studded fat bike tires that will fit the Alaskan made 9:zero:7 aluminum frame fat bikes... In Alaska they actually do sanctioned snow races on such bikes.
thanks for the beautiful video keep it up
Regards
Man, I would love to add a fat bike for winter cycling to my collection, but we get so little snow here it would be real easy to see through that excuse.
That headlight looks like a mini-rocket launcher here! I was just milling over models to buy for the three months or so of the year where that might come in handy for me for rides just at or just after dusk. I'm not really a gadget guy at all and I like a simple bicycle, so part of me resists it. I'll probably buy one, then take it off come the Spring. The thing is, while I've always just gone without, and ridden very little in the dark, I'm a lot more into it now than I ever have been, so I will make good use of it.
It helps at night trust me, especially with potholes. It's worth spending the money and getting something with at least 700 Lumens. Charge for 24 hours the first go.
@@Fortuna_716 I've been using a Volt 700 since 2017 on that one bike. My e-bike has a built in one, and my road bike just goes without one. I watch the watch there.
I've always wondered what your bike was. Haanjo. Nice. Figured it must be a cyclocross if you're riding in snow. haha
Did you have a chance to test some "Winter" tires? I'm thinking larger tires with open thread pattern must be best.
+Rob Bastien not in my experience unless you want to ride on trials or off road. on road i prefer max 28mm
I would recommend running your lights even in the daytime in the winter.
Tell us about your winter clothing. Not sure I'm brave enough to ride to work in the snow and ice due to living in a hilly part of the country. Still need to sort out my cold weather clothing choices though.
Check out this video joeaverager ua-cam.com/video/KVMYOS0P1O0/v-deo.html&list=PLEZf1_jDCYJ1_o9aaPNQtQaNcKu7S7L2y
very pleasing video. whats the brand name of the tires??
Schwalbe Axay Wante
Are they also comfortable to use on tarmac on days without snow in winter??
Yes, although they are loud because of the tire studs, but work very well with ice and no snow on the road. They are Schwalbe Marathon Winter.
Awesome... Just wanted to make sure before buying. I also bike to work. It is fun. Thanks for the info and the video.
what type of gloves you got there!>?
Hi Long Island Vegans! Those are my Pearl Izumi P.R.O. Softshell Lobster Gloves. They are warm, and I pair them with glove liners when it gets very cold.
It snows more in cleveland, all the way into april
Wow! You must really love your job.. Definitely looks like that kind of riding requires a lot of concentration just to stay on the bike.. Guess that's why I ride in FL. Good vid..
LOL yes, it does wake me up in the morning. I visited FL last December. You guys have it easy. :) Thanks for watching.
it seems that he looks very shiver and cold because of winter chilly wind. Even with lay of sun, clothes,whatever, it is very hard to maintain body thermos and physical condition as usual.
Hey great video thanks, I am wondering on the clothes you have on for 18 deg weather. I ride in all types of weather to work and clothing is the hardest part to figure out.
Thanks, Paul
+lynchburglive I wear layers of stuff. Glove liners inside my gloves, multiple layers on my lower body, two layers of socks,a balaclava for my neck/face, and ear flaps for my ears.
Great thanks, also your audio is great how do you have it set up with your camera and what type of camera do you use.
+lynchburglive I use a gopro and I use a wired microphone. It's cumbersome but that only way to get good audio.
I cycle even in winter to work in Sweden where I live but we have winter tyres that we use.I also use a commuter bike not a racing bike.But I love cycling even in winter.
Great Riding! You are awesome!
that's what i had to do to get back and forth to work,couldn't afford car (at the time)
what's the name of this ghost city you live in ?
St. Louis
This is why busy roads can be better. No wasting time or risking falls cornering, roads are cleared more often due to the traffic, cars are driving paranoid anyways, and I've gone through ice patches with regular tires just by going straight and steady cadence.
wow pretty experienced you riding in the snow like that.
wow man!!!-- thank you!!
The fat tire trade-off isn't always a good one. After my studded fat tire commute to work in about six inches of ice and snow, I don't slide as much as you but I become a human powered snowplow. When the roads are plowed sort of, I use my velomobile.
on the road bike!!! brutal bro..great vid
Thank you for your videos. I like them. Often find myself saying. Bike blogger here. Lol
too cool, love to hear your thoughts!
you need another tires (or another bike) for that.
Hi BikeBlogger i'm one of that guys that bike in snow almost all Winter.Most of the time is fun but my biggest issues changes of temperature and what to wear in the Winter season.Sometimes at night, cars are slow because snow and they can see perfect well the "crazy" guy(full equipped course) in the bike lol, commuting by bike is a year around for me,i live in Ontario,Canada
Helder Lucio Hello, Helder Lucio. Yes, fluctuations in temperature is always an issue. Best to be prepared and take an extra layer or two with you for later. After sun falls it gets much colder!
That's true and sometimes even with cold we feel too much warm...maybe i've to buy other brands of clothes
Looks like a great place to live! Amazing!
I have a hybrid/commuter bike, I also run 35mm tires in the winter.
Cops ain΄t the troublemakers dude :P, if they are in your area they shouldn't ..
Also, you should stop to play with the snow at some point :D !
And finally, your speed meter is wrong, 60 miles per hour 20:00 ?!?
Hi BikeBlogger, very cool video, I would like to know if you are using a Chesty Strap on your shoot.
+Ryan Docena Yes I am using the Chesty strap, Ryan Docena.
Nevermind I saw the Missouri 100 sign, and Maplewood on the side of the police cruiser, lol. How much snow do you get down there typically in a season?
lots
Ride safe and sensible! :)
You need a nice fat bike or at least a mountain bike with decent tires.
That is pretty hardcore riding! Great job. My concerns would be (other than falling and busting my ass) the salt spray on the bike and the negligent driver factor. Did you get any rusting after? Glad you made it through your snowy commute and thanks for the post.
That is a nice commute on the snow? How fast you were going.
I would DEFINITLY not chill in the road to wait for that light, cars WILL slip
hi BikeB, i just have a ciclocross and a cheap mountain bike both with rim brakes. Should i buy studded tireds for the cicloX or the mountain bike for winter commuting (8 km) street up and downhill? (Location Norway)
Hi spanish. ink. If there are freezing temps and precipitation or any moisture there is ice on the street (especially bridges where there is a lot of wind) even if you can't see it. Studded tires work no doubt about it. I recommend them for safety for sure.
What city was this video taken in? It looks nice there!
This is Brentwood Missouri
It is beautiful! I got to hang out in St. Louis several times, but never in the winter! Thank you for letting me know! :)
looks incredible.
what's your job
This kind of snow can be easily done by Schwalbe big apple or similar tire. But You really need front fork as the rigid one kills your driveability. Additionally you can let the air out of front tire and leave the pressure below 1 psi. Than the front end will be pretty stable. Any way, it was done pretty well given all the circumstances.
+mici911 emm.. the tire pressure can be below 1 bar, not 1 psi
Good for you bike blogger. Have you tried studded tires? I live in Calgary Canada and my winter riding conditions are similar to yours. I have enjoyed my winter commute better after I got to use them.
Yes I have, and I plan to use them during this winter. Very nice!
BikeBlogger I got to see your other videos. I really like them, good job. I use a similar bike and set up as you. Our winters are longer, it is still a great pleasure to ride year long for me. My last addition: battery-power heated glove liners, they are great. ;-) Enjoy your winter cycling.
is that free wheel or free hub
Hi bikeblogger what cam do you use as i am in my first yr to commute to work i live in the uk and ride on some busy country rounds avrage speed of cars go at 50mph i think it would be good idea to get a cam. the ride is 8 miles and take me 40min on a good day.. many thanks Phil
+Phil Sherratt Hi Phil Sherratt. I use a gopro hero3+ black camera. Use a stable mounting bracket too like the kedge ua-cam.com/video/VX6PW4oZbyo/v-deo.html
Easy to assemble, great bike for the price.
Nice video. Where is this at?
Awesome ride Bike Blogger.
Very beautiful but i think it's hard to cycling in snow
Where is this all happening?
This is the St. Louis MO area.
2 different years riding in ICE and snow I fell repeatedly, and lost the use of each arm both left and right in separate incidents. I would never recommend anyone ride in ice based snow. The bruises aren't so bad, but the upper orbit of the shoulder is severely damaged in a complete 'flip', and there is no time for physical adjustments or maneuvers. The loss of arm movement and strength lasted about 3-4 months with near complete loss. Better to walk, and that is dangerous I ICE. Congratulations in surviving.
A more realistic assessment of what happens with an average person with average skills, such as myself, I believe. Unless you bicycle for the thrill and danger, then know the level of your skills, never commit yourself beyond your skills, and be realistic. Very few people underestimate their skills. Just because some people can do something does not mean you can.
I just recently injured my shoulder and there is no pain that compares with this type of injury!
how much clearance do you have between the rear tire and chain stay with 35s?
+ca4Gochops If I remember correctly it was only a couple inches with my studded 35s AND fenders. I will be putting on my 35s later this winter when things ice up again but for now I'm running 32s and have plenty of clearance..
Where can i purchase a bicycle like this one?!?
+Ashani Ashani The bike in this video is my Diamondback Haanjo Comp. I attribute my not falling to the studded tires and my riding ability - and a little luck. LOL
What gloves are you wearing? Are they cycling specific? Recommended?
The gloves are the Pearl Izumi lobster claw gloves. I recommend them or something with a similar design. They work best with brakes/shifters that are easy to grab with bulky gloves.
Thanks! I definitely need to pick some up!
BikeBlogger what is the name of the 📷 are you using
Did you ever tried ridding a Fat bike with studded tires
A real trooper sir.
great bicycle commute !
what do u do for a living
Are you using a chesty gopro mount? The footage is really nice. Mine always is so shaky.
+Nathan Olson Yes Nathan Olson
Fat bikes would excel here!
The snow sure is pretty!
complimenti gomme tempestate se si scioglie neve devi subito cambiare o puoi camminare ugualmente?
+fabrizio olmeda Io uso pneumatici chiodati per tutto l'inverno su questa moto . Ho un altro moto senza pneumatici chiodati .
I was riding during the snow this winter. It was okay until my back tire popped!
Yikes hope you didn't fall or land hard. Snow and winter clothing can help absorb the impact, but snow can also hide pot holes etc.
13mph to 16mph or 60mph?
you are brave without the fat tires i can't believe you did it yay you!