- Gloves – Mine fit over my bicycle gloves and are specific to biking. These help protect my fingers from that cold wind.
- Balaclava (no, it is not Baklava) – This protects my head, face, and allows me to breath warm air.
- Base Layer – This is my first layer, and helps keep wind off my chest and arms.
- Second Layer – I add a long-sleeve bicycle jersey. If it is really chilly (55 degrees and less)
- Outer Layer – A light wind breaker to stop the wind from penetrating the second layer but not too heavy so my skin can breath. (40 – 50 degrees)
- Tights – These I wore under my bicycle shorts. Later I found fleece lined bicycle pants. The tights are still great, though, so I can use them when I need 2 layers of pants.
- Toe Covers – I didn’t have these at first. My toes got chilly. I found some, though, before too long at an affordable price and added them to my winter gear. Helps so much!
If you need more protection from the elements on the frigid mornings here are a few more items …
- Thermal Layer(s) – Tops or bottom can be layered according to your preference and tolerance to the elements.
- 1 layer: 45 – 52 degrees with light to moderate winds.
- 2 Layers: below 48 degrees with medium to heavy winds.
- Cycling Coats/Heavy Jackets – These are very specifically designed to allow your body to breath while retaining the heat within the barrier. They are made of wicking/breathable material around the underarms, side panels and other strategic areas so the moisture can be removed without allowing all the heat to dissipate. The back of the garment will be longer to protect your lower back while riding.
- Shoe Covers – Covers the ankles and entire foot from water and the cold. Could be used below 48 degrees with medium to heavy winds. Keeps the area very warm.
