Raffi’s situation is still being sorted, so it’s on with a non-riding post, again.
My winter cycling coat is black, and when I start wearing it, I move a safety triangle from my fall coat to it.
This is the first year I’ve worn this particular coat; I bought it at Costco in Montreal before Covid hit, and then didn’t have much opportunity. It was really inexpensive, and like a lot of things Costco, is a clever riff on a much more expensive style.
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While Raffi’s issues get sorted (and they are getting sorted, I’m happy to say, if not necessarily rapidly), I’ll publish a post or two which have nothing to so with actual excursions. Forthwith:
I have a long-standing policy of trying to make life tough for any one attempting to run me down. I ride predictably, signal like mad, and try to be as considerate as possible.
So I’m a big fan of florescence. Screaming yellow and green are my friends.
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Well, autumn lasted for about two rides, and then it was 40F/4.4C, and time to get a little more serious about warmth while riding.
Out came the lobster claws!
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On days when I ride, all I want is a fast escape, but I have a few executive functioning difficulties, so I like to work out the flaws the night before. Assembling kit is essential, and it’s really helpful if I keep track of what I’m comfortable wearing in any given temperature range.
It’s also been a while since I’ve ridden in cooler weather, so it’s time to gather data. This is what I wore on a morning that ranged from 50 F/10 C to 65 F/18 C. Read more…