A friend I ride with says there is no bad weather, just bad gear. I don’t know that I subscribe to that fully but I tested it recently.
With temperatures starting out at 19 degrees and topping out at a balmy 28, I layered up and trekked across the frozen path. Nose and toes–that was all that bothered me as we made out way through familiar trails in Chapel Hill. Temperature is not as much a factor when riding mountain bikes as opposed to road bikes since the speed is half or less. This helps the comfort factor but also makes the wind resistance of the more bulky clothing less of an issue.
The ride did present some different challenges as you approached puddles and had to access whether the ice would hold or not. This was one ride I chose not to push my luck and I made the loop without falling. We did not set any speed records but it was great to get out and a new experience. With that said, I am ready for Spring!
As I type this it is 60 degrees out and the trails are calling. Alas, I must wait another day as a dozen tweens will be descending on our house very soon and hosting duties call.
