I love the one about blowing the water back out of your tube that is super helpful thanks! A synthetic puffy vest is a great layer for targeting your core and avoiding sweat. For mild freezing weather and deep snow with water crossings, lightweight rubber boots, neoprene socks and calf sleeves is a great way to stay dry without sweating. I literally always drive with the windows down and the heater blasting 😂 the huskies love their window!
I live in Southern California. It’s 530 pm, 65° out and I’m in shorts, t-shirt and flip flops, sipping on a cold beer in my backyard, enjoying the evening, grilling on my bbq and playing on my phone.
😂 glad to know I’m not the only weirdo :) keeping track of heart rate on that sheet (or if you have a power meter on your winter bike) also really helps dial in at what effort you start sweating a bunch, etc and fine tune sweat management… otherwise, every winter is like starting from scratch for me!! Ride on!!!
Alan do you know of any further recon I can do about the 60k on foot? I haven't been able to find any youtubes on it or any first hand experiences to read up on. I've read everything on the website but that's all I've really found. Thanks!@@DirtyTeethMTB
Another outstanding video. Sweat control is my major problem. No matter what I sweat profusely. So now I just carry an extra layer and change out if I have to. My favorite add on is a vest during a ride. Thanks for the tips. My wife thinks I'm nuts because I'm taking notes. My memory is a sieve. Take care, Al
Coldest ride for me was -28 with windshield. Went well as I drass right with layers and took a thermos with hot tea. Issues I ran in to were suspension oils getting thicker but with slower speeds not really an issue. Goggle kept freezing up so ended up removing them but then eyelids would freeze 😂 chamical toe warmers are a must. I also have electric socks for colder rides.
Thank you again for all of your tutorials! After a couple of years in the south, I now live back north (Northern New England) and this video is very timely!
Great video - drives home the message staying warm starts with the rider, that there is no “magic” piece of gear. Loved the breakdown of the differing, but connected, areas to think about. I think Kurt and I have talked about this even more than tire pressure!
yes, it was chilly :) my manual thermometer showed down near -35F before I lost it on a minor fall... and my Garmin recorded a low of -45F... most folks I talked to had their thermometers pinned at -40F at some point - great way to test all the stuff I chat about in these videos though! ride on :)
This is very timely ….. I am doing Fat Viking in a few weeks time and -40 C has occurred this week in the area but usually -10 C and I only live in about 0 C at worst
Thanks for another great video, I've got my gear pretty much figured out with the exception of my feet. I was using an old pair of LL Bean snowshoe boots, feet where always warm but the boot was very big, heavy and very very high. Picked up a lower cut Keen but now I miss the high cut and weirdly enough. My left foot is colder than my right, going to try some gaiters and maybe a heated sock or toe warmers.
The spreadsheet is a brilliant idea! I live in Alaska and every year I have to re-learn which gear to use when I'm riding. It is a lot more finicky than figuring out gear for walking. P.S. I assume that 4:16-4:20 is a segment of riding on the Yukon?
Thanks for watching :) Yeah, it's funny how you can forget so much over the course of a few seasons!! 4:16 was somewhere between Nikolai and McGrath on the Iditarod...
Awesome video! Do you find yourself still using the 40 below Zone Vapor Barrier, or is that exclusively used with the hydration backpack? Do you ever see yourself coming back up to AK to ride to Nome? Your videos in conjunction with Alex Hibbert's extreme cold expedition experience are a trove of knowledge.
Thanks for your kind words :) I use the ZVB from time to time, but I've really been working on moisture management without it, and find I don't need it too much these days... I'd love to head back out to AK and do the full monty to Nome. I have friends doing it this year, and I'm definitely getting FOMO. But it's a big commitment... time, $$, etc and it's hard for me to spend that much time away from the fam... so I mostly stick to stuff 1 week and under these days... but never say never!! Ride on. :)
Exerting myself while ascending a grade and not sweating during the effort while staying warm enough to fend off hypothermia is beyond my knowledge. 🤷🏼♂️
That's definitely a slippery slope... and a much longer conversation... but it's not insurmountable... if you wanna chat more, shoot me an email: dirtyteethmtb at gmail dot com -ride on and thanks for watching!!
Always enjoy your content! Question: I live in Louisiana and I’m preparing for the Buffalo Headwaters Challenge this February in Pettigrew Arkansas. It could be from 20* F - 45*F and has quite a few water crossings that you wade. I was planning to have thick wool socks, covered by waterproof socks, then just get my shoes soaked & enjoy. *how should I layer my legs to keep them dry/warm while also being able to ride etc? Also, what is the best budget insulated water bottle that has good capacity and fits in normal bottle cage?
depends on how deep/how long the crossings are... but short answer is wiggy's waders or trash compactor bags/ski straps if you wanna keep everything dry... but longer discussion is warranted... shoot me an email if you want: dirtyteethmtb at gmail dot com... re: water bottles... camelbak, polar, specialized... all make good insulated bottles... I haven't used an insulated water bottle in a while though... If I am using a bottle in below freezing conditions, I just turn it upside down in a feed bag, and put a chemical hand warmer in there with it... sorry I can't be of more help!!
much bigger discussion than I can answer in a YT comment :) - but my next video is on keeping your face warm and touches on some tips for fogging eyewear... and if you wanna chat further, shoot me an email: dirtyteethmtb at gmail dot com
Great video as always. Gonna be very useful for my winter cycling. 4:55 doesn’t electrolyte reduce the freezing temp of water, instead of raising it ? PS: I just got my first pair of merino wool socks, 45% blend, game changer !
Oh I get what you’re saying now- I’m an idiot. I guess it does, lower the freezing point/temp… hope it’s clear from the context what I was getting at… 🙌
I've been looking through your videos for more info about the face protection that you use in extreme cold. What's the nose/face strip that I've seen you wearing?
Funny you mention that- I have a cold face/head video planned :) seems like it’s the only one left to do! Anyhoo… I use a buff cut in half a lot and just slide it across my nose and cheeks (you’ll see it a bunch in my Iditarod video…) simple, fast, effective, and I just keep it around my neck so up and down easy… I also like the 45nrth baklava if I need extra head/neck protection as well… it has a built in strip that can go across your nose… that’s what I’m wearing on the video thumbnail… friends also love nose hats and I’ll be testing one soon
@@joeringer8925 yep hydroflask trail series lightweight is my great- but the kleen kanteen I’m holding in the video is also solid… gsi makes a lightweight one too, can’t go wrong with any of em- ride on!!
Hi，I'm Briar from Zeawool, where we craft premium merino wool clothing. I've really enjoyed your content! We're interested in a potential collaboration and would be delighted to discuss it further with you.
Hi Briar, sorry for the late response... just got back from a bike race... please email me: dirtyteethmtb at gmail dot com - I'd love to chat more :) Ride on!
I love the one about blowing the water back out of your tube that is super helpful thanks! A synthetic puffy vest is a great layer for targeting your core and avoiding sweat. For mild freezing weather and deep snow with water crossings, lightweight rubber boots, neoprene socks and calf sleeves is a great way to stay dry without sweating. I literally always drive with the windows down and the heater blasting 😂 the huskies love their window!
Thanks for sharing!!
Good info. Thanks
I live in Southern California. It’s 530 pm, 65° out and I’m in shorts, t-shirt and flip flops, sipping on a cold beer in my backyard, enjoying the evening, grilling on my bbq and playing on my phone.
Love it! 🤙🙌 Jimmy Buffett status 😜
Spreadsheet to track clothing needs per temps 😂 I have the same, plus tire pressures and maintenance log for all my bikes 😂
😂 glad to know I’m not the only weirdo :) keeping track of heart rate on that sheet (or if you have a power meter on your winter bike) also really helps dial in at what effort you start sweating a bunch, etc and fine tune sweat management… otherwise, every winter is like starting from scratch for me!! Ride on!!!
I'm running the Fat Pursuit 60k and have been panic searching videos on dealing with the extreme cold. This was perfect. Thanks!
I’ll be out there as well- have a great run!!
Alan do you know of any further recon I can do about the 60k on foot? I haven't been able to find any youtubes on it or any first hand experiences to read up on. I've read everything on the website but that's all I've really found. Thanks!@@DirtyTeethMTB
Another outstanding video. Sweat control is my major problem. No matter what I sweat profusely. So now I just carry an extra layer and change out if I have to. My favorite add on is a vest during a ride. Thanks for the tips. My wife thinks I'm nuts because I'm taking notes. My memory is a sieve. Take care, Al
Glad you're out there working on your systems!! Keep on doin the work :)
Coldest ride for me was -28 with windshield. Went well as I drass right with layers and took a thermos with hot tea. Issues I ran in to were suspension oils getting thicker but with slower speeds not really an issue. Goggle kept freezing up so ended up removing them but then eyelids would freeze 😂 chamical toe warmers are a must. I also have electric socks for colder rides.
Thanks for sharing! Glad you're getting out there and working on your systems - stick with it!!
My favorite bike UA-camr
🙏you’re too kind!
Thank you again for all of your tutorials! After a couple of years in the south, I now live back north (Northern New England) and this video is very timely!
Thanks for watching, Bruce! Ride on :)
Another Great video and A Lot of useful tips!
Glad it was helpful!
Great video - drives home the message staying warm starts with the rider, that there is no “magic” piece of gear. Loved the breakdown of the differing, but connected, areas to think about. I think Kurt and I have talked about this even more than tire pressure!
Thanks for watching and the kind words... and great to spend some time with you at FP... hope to see ya up in my neck of the woods again, soon :)
Great tips! 🙏
Thanks for watching!
The FatPursuit sure looked like a cold one this year 🥶🥶
yes, it was chilly :) my manual thermometer showed down near -35F before I lost it on a minor fall... and my Garmin recorded a low of -45F... most folks I talked to had their thermometers pinned at -40F at some point - great way to test all the stuff I chat about in these videos though! ride on :)
Quite timely,Alan. Thanks for the tips,Sir.
You are very welcome! Ride on :)
Thanks for the tips, Alan. Always appreciated. I’ll be back at it yet again for ITI. Hopefully no minus 32 madness on the Yentna this year! 🥶
Stoked you'll be heading back out!!! I'll be stalking your dot!! Hope your prep is going well :)
This is very timely ….. I am doing Fat Viking in a few weeks time and -40 C has occurred this week in the area but usually -10 C and I only live in about 0 C at worst
Have a blast out there!!! Take care of yourself first and foremost and the bike rising will just happen- cheering for ya!!
Thanks for another great video, I've got my gear pretty much figured out with the exception of my feet. I was using an old pair of LL Bean snowshoe boots, feet where always warm but the boot was very big, heavy and very very high. Picked up a lower cut Keen but now I miss the high cut and weirdly enough. My left foot is colder than my right, going to try some gaiters and maybe a heated sock or toe warmers.
Thanks for sharing your insights!
Fantastic information as always!
Thanks, Scott!!
Great tips for any fat biker riding any distance!.
Thanks for watching 🙏 ride on!
The spreadsheet is a brilliant idea! I live in Alaska and every year I have to re-learn which gear to use when I'm riding. It is a lot more finicky than figuring out gear for walking.
P.S. I assume that 4:16-4:20 is a segment of riding on the Yukon?
Thanks for watching :) Yeah, it's funny how you can forget so much over the course of a few seasons!! 4:16 was somewhere between Nikolai and McGrath on the Iditarod...
I’ve been enjoying your videos, particularly the ITT video. Which model is that light blue Montbell jacket you spoke about? Thanks!
Trail Action Hooded Jacket 🤙
Thank you as always for your info. I live down in AZ. Ever down here let me know. I’d love to ride with you
Where in AZ are you? I head down there to visit my dad every so often...
i used to do winter running so moving to winter biking was straight fowrdard for me
Awesome 👏🏻 ride on!
Good tips!
Glad it was helpful! ps - my video coming out this week is about keeping your face warm... and has some tips for foggy eyewear... stay tuned :)
Awesome video! Do you find yourself still using the 40 below Zone Vapor Barrier, or is that exclusively used with the hydration backpack? Do you ever see yourself coming back up to AK to ride to Nome? Your videos in conjunction with Alex Hibbert's extreme cold expedition experience are a trove of knowledge.
Thanks for your kind words :) I use the ZVB from time to time, but I've really been working on moisture management without it, and find I don't need it too much these days... I'd love to head back out to AK and do the full monty to Nome. I have friends doing it this year, and I'm definitely getting FOMO. But it's a big commitment... time, $$, etc and it's hard for me to spend that much time away from the fam... so I mostly stick to stuff 1 week and under these days... but never say never!! Ride on. :)
Exerting myself while ascending a grade and not sweating during the effort while staying warm enough to fend off hypothermia is beyond my knowledge. 🤷🏼♂️
That's definitely a slippery slope... and a much longer conversation... but it's not insurmountable... if you wanna chat more, shoot me an email: dirtyteethmtb at gmail dot com -ride on and thanks for watching!!
Always enjoy your content!
Question: I live in Louisiana and I’m preparing for the Buffalo Headwaters Challenge this February in Pettigrew Arkansas. It could be from 20* F - 45*F and has quite a few water crossings that you wade. I was planning to have thick wool socks, covered by waterproof socks, then just get my shoes soaked & enjoy.
*how should I layer my legs to keep them dry/warm while also being able to ride etc?
Also, what is the best budget insulated water bottle that has good capacity and fits in normal bottle cage?
depends on how deep/how long the crossings are... but short answer is wiggy's waders or trash compactor bags/ski straps if you wanna keep everything dry... but longer discussion is warranted... shoot me an email if you want: dirtyteethmtb at gmail dot com... re: water bottles... camelbak, polar, specialized... all make good insulated bottles... I haven't used an insulated water bottle in a while though... If I am using a bottle in below freezing conditions, I just turn it upside down in a feed bag, and put a chemical hand warmer in there with it... sorry I can't be of more help!!
@@DirtyTeethMTB good info. Thanks. I may email you.
Great video! I am a prescription glass wearer how do you keep them fogging up using a face mask?
much bigger discussion than I can answer in a YT comment :) - but my next video is on keeping your face warm and touches on some tips for fogging eyewear... and if you wanna chat further, shoot me an email: dirtyteethmtb at gmail dot com
Your awesome thanks!@@DirtyTeethMTB
Kidney warmer belt, made from wool.
Thanks for sharing :)
I have another tip for you: MOVE BACK TO SOCAL! Thanks for this video. Life saving advice is ALWAYS high on my list.
Socal is a shithole
😂😂 tip #9 live by the beach 🤙
Great video as always. Gonna be very useful for my winter cycling. 4:55 doesn’t electrolyte reduce the freezing temp of water, instead of raising it ?
PS: I just got my first pair of merino wool socks, 45% blend, game changer !
Oopsie- it makes it harder for water to freeze 🥶 because of sodium content… think of using salt melt for icy driveways…
Oh I get what you’re saying now- I’m an idiot. I guess it does, lower the freezing point/temp… hope it’s clear from the context what I was getting at… 🙌
no worry, its was very clear, I just got confused for a second rethinking about my physics class from back in the days @@DirtyTeethMTB 😆
I've been looking through your videos for more info about the face protection that you use in extreme cold. What's the nose/face strip that I've seen you wearing?
Funny you mention that- I have a cold face/head video planned :) seems like it’s the only one left to do! Anyhoo… I use a buff cut in half a lot and just slide it across my nose and cheeks (you’ll see it a bunch in my Iditarod video…) simple, fast, effective, and I just keep it around my neck so up and down easy… I also like the 45nrth baklava if I need extra head/neck protection as well… it has a built in strip that can go across your nose… that’s what I’m wearing on the video thumbnail… friends also love nose hats and I’ll be testing one soon
Dang first like and first comment I feel unstoppable haha
Thanks so much!!! Ride on :)
What about keeping your feet, hands, head and neck warm keeps your core warm tips.
Only so much I can put in one video :) I already have separate videos for cold hands and cold feet - and will be doing a cold head/face video soon…
Is the Ruff important in keeping your handlebars coozy ? 😉😉
😂😂 oh yeah, can’t have my stem getting frostnip 🥶
What specific bottle do you use?
I’m not sure what bottle you’re referring to… hydroflask ul thermos and 3L military spec camelbak bladder are my current go-to’s- hope that helps :)
@@DirtyTeethMTB I probably could have been a little more clear. The hydroflask. Thanks.
@@joeringer8925 yep hydroflask trail series lightweight is my great- but the kleen kanteen I’m holding in the video is also solid… gsi makes a lightweight one too, can’t go wrong with any of em- ride on!!
Hi，I'm Briar from Zeawool, where we craft premium merino wool clothing. I've really enjoyed your content! We're interested in a potential collaboration and would be delighted to discuss it further with you.
Hi Briar, sorry for the late response... just got back from a bike race... please email me: dirtyteethmtb at gmail dot com - I'd love to chat more :) Ride on!
Protect your junk!
😂 most definitely !
Again, superlative.....
Thanks so much! Ride on :)