I too suffer from circulation issues and live in a place with real winter. Barmitts (pogies, I think they are 5mm neoprene) and specialized defrosters with chemical hand warmers and foot warmers solved my hand and foot warmth issues. The defrosters have a nice large fit that takes a ski sock and the warmer just fine without being too snug. Schwalbe Ice Spikers when things get icy- amazing tires with very predictable grip even on solid ice. The challenge is finding others willing to ride, because snow and ice mean the ski areas and nordic tracks are open. All of it costs a bit, but it doesn't get used any where near as mich as fair weather gear so it lasts for many years.
Nov. 26, 2024, 6:30 p.m. - Speeder1
I too suffer from circulation issues and live in a place with real winter. Barmitts (pogies, I think they are 5mm neoprene) and specialized defrosters with chemical hand warmers and foot warmers solved my hand and foot warmth issues. The defrosters have a nice large fit that takes a ski sock and the warmer just fine without being too snug. Schwalbe Ice Spikers when things get icy- amazing tires with very predictable grip even on solid ice. The challenge is finding others willing to ride, because snow and ice mean the ski areas and nordic tracks are open. All of it costs a bit, but it doesn't get used any where near as mich as fair weather gear so it lasts for many years.