Winter BIcycling

Winter BicyclingBy Katie Leonard

From a Students perspective

Convenient Main mode of transportationQuickStress relieving exercise

Why?

DrivingBicyclingFuel Consumption11.0 L/100 km0 L/100 kmFuel Cost$1032 / year$ 0 / yearEmissions4427 kg CO2 /year0 kg CO2 /yearCalories Burned110 kCal/hour450 kCal/hour Parking Costs $972/year $0/year

Other Year-Round Benefits:Save money on fuel costs and insuranceGreat Exercise

Where?Anywhere! First-hand accounts:Winter cyclists are warm. They do not curse the cold because they dress for it and are active in it. Contrary to what many people think, winter cycling is safeWinter cycling can save you the cost of a monthly bus pass. - Kevin Miller (Winter Cycling Since 93, Winnipeg) We do this for many reasons but for me, it is about getting to where I need to be and most of the time cycling here in the winter is actually quite pleasant and dare I say, FUN ! - Raving Bike Fiend (Bike Blogger from Edmonton)

How? Winterize your bike

Aluminum frame better than steel for rust resistance Rust resistant aerosol lubricantReplace chain seasonally as appropriate Carry lock de-icer and a lighter

and continue winterizingTires Wide tread, drop pressure, studded (for severe weather) or knobby (milder weather)

Brake pads Curved

Fenders Not too close

Lighting LED - 1 front, 2 back

Studs

How? Riding TipsAvoid immediate curb areaBusy streets if comfortableKeep body relaxedBe alertBe aware of black iceReduce speed and use low gear

What bike lane?...

Bundle UpClothing & Footwear

Bright coloursLayersHat or headband under helmet Windproof gloves with good grip Winter/hiking boots or neoprene bootiesAvoid cotton

Lobster claw design

Other considerationsBike maintenance Store your warm-weather bike Costly, but worth it! Check road conditions and allow ample time

ResourcesREI.com Recreational Equipment Inc. MEC.ca Mountain Equipment Co-opGreenlivingonline.com GreenlivingAllweathersports.com All Weather Sports

Happy Cycling!