Cycling in Winter
Don’t let the winter weather put you off!
Cycling isn’t just for summer so we have put together some information and advice to help you ride through the winter months.
As the saying goes “There’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes”…
Read on to see how you can be prepared for cycling in winter weather.
A standard cycle and a K-3 KMX Kart
- Warm gloves
- Waterproof top and trousers or a rain poncho
- Warm layers
- High-vis clothing
- Lights for the front and back of your bike
You might even be able to get your cycling equipment at a discounted rate through a cycle to work scheme so check with your employer.
- Keep all of your winter weather gear ready to go and take it every time you go out
- Check the weather forecast before you go out
- Keep some dry clothes and shoes at work so that you can get changed
- Find out if your work has got showers or a drying room
- Test your riding in winter knowledge on Love To Ride
Keep up with your maintenace!
- Fit mudguards to your bike if you haven’t got some already
- Dust, dirt and grit are not good for your bike so make sure you clean it often
- Clean and oil your chain with wet lube often
- Inflating your tyres slightly less can improve traction
Check out our maintenance page for some short maintenance videos!
Wivenhoe Bike Kitchen
Check out CyclingUK
CyclingUK have got loads of great information and advice for cycling in the different seasons to help you enjoy cycling year round!
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