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Old 06-10-2011, 11:25 AM
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If you dont like chaps check out leg gators. I here they work pretty good.
Thanks, I will check them out. I was also thinking some flannel lined khaki's might work.
 
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Old 06-10-2011, 11:28 AM
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Believe it or not a pair of rain pants will stop the wind realy well and are easy to pack up when you get to your destination.
 
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Old 06-10-2011, 11:37 AM
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That's probably the cheapest option too, which is always the best option for me
 
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Old 06-10-2011, 11:40 AM
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its not my primary vehicle but for 3 seasons out of the year my car hardly gains any mileage.
 
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Dark, I lived in E. Tn and western KY when I was bike only. 50 mile RT daily in E. Tn, about 10 RT daily in KY. Now I'm in eastern KY, and I still stay on it most days.

Good rain gear, good leather, some warm Carhartt knockoffs, and (for the really bad days) a heated suit...all make it possible. Some hand/foot warmers go a long way for the daily commuter.

I keep extra clothes at work. It takes extra time, and it's a hassle in the winter. But I love riding in most days.

Where are you?
 
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Dark, I lived in E. Tn and western KY when I was bike only. 50 mile RT daily in E. Tn, about 10 RT daily in KY. Now I'm in eastern KY, and I still stay on it most days.

Good rain gear, good leather, some warm Carhartt knockoffs, and (for the really bad days) a heated suit...all make it possible. Some hand/foot warmers go a long way for the daily commuter.

I keep extra clothes at work. It takes extra time, and it's a hassle in the winter. But I love riding in most days.

Where are you?
I am in the shenandoah valley in Northern Virginia, pretty moderate temps most of the year.

I think with the stuff you are mentioning i could probably ride year round, especially considering my commute is less than 20 mins round trip.
 
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I ride every day year round except when there is a threat of snow or ice. January and February are a little dicey in North Alabama.
 
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Daily Rider here.
 
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For the last 29 years it has been me daily trans. But in tucson thats eazy.
 
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Daily rider here.

Kinda nice during the colder days when you don't need to watch out for the yahoos who jump on their bikes when it's warm out.
 


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