{"id":18392,"date":"2017-01-26T10:53:45","date_gmt":"2017-01-26T10:53:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/?p=18392"},"modified":"2017-01-26T13:57:17","modified_gmt":"2017-01-26T13:57:17","slug":"riding-winter-wonderland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/riding-winter-wonderland\/","title":{"rendered":"Get Lost Jack Frost!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>We are now over half way through the UK Winter, come on, we can do it&#8230; Whilst generally its been another miserable wet off-season, there could be snow and ice on its way&#8230; So let&#8217;s get prepared, the right kit for freezing conditions can make all the difference&#8230;<\/p>\n<h2>Riding in a Winter Wonderland<\/h2>\n<p>As the chilly season kicks in and temperatures are hovering around zero degrees C, it\u2019s time to winterize your ride gear. While autumn can be ridden through in thinner tights, jackets and long-fingered gloves, winter needs to be shown more respect. Extra hard-core kit is required, with sub-zero temperatures demanding even more insulating clothing. Whether you go for chic Italian winter style from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/search?w=castelli%20winter\">Castelli<\/a> or functional warmth from our own <a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/search?w=merlin%20wear\">Merlin<\/a> winter clothing, winter rides are far more enjoyable wearing the right kit.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-18396 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/7CS_5997-Copy-copyBW2-copy-Copy-768x426.jpg\" alt=\"7cs599copy\" width=\"768\" height=\"426\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/7CS_5997-Copy-copyBW2-copy-Copy-768x426.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/7CS_5997-Copy-copyBW2-copy-Copy-1024x568.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/7CS_5997-Copy-copyBW2-copy-Copy.jpg 1298w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 768px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 768\/426;\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Neck Tube<\/h2>\n<p>A quality neck tube \/ warmer is a low-cost cold weather essential. A nice stretchy one can be pulled up to cover half of your face, brilliant for those unexpected snow or hail showers! Check out the Merlin Core <a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/merlin-wear-core-neck-tube-87014.html\">Neck Tube<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Overshoes<\/h2>\n<p>Warm waterproof <a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/search?w=overshoes\">overshoes<\/a> are definitely worth investing in. Feet are particularly prone to getting cold and wet, they are in the direct line of road spray from the front wheel, unless you have a decent front mudguard flap. Waterproof winter socks will also make riding much more pleasant. <strong>TOPTIP<\/strong>: Clingfilm or freezer bags and gaffa tape can keep your feet drier and warmer if you misplace your overshoes, but don\u2019t want to miss a winter ride. You won&#8217;t win any style awards though.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-18704 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/CSP_0180cr-Copy-copy-copy-Copy-759x768.jpg\" alt=\"PeteButtertubsSnow\" width=\"759\" height=\"768\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/CSP_0180cr-Copy-copy-copy-Copy-759x768.jpg 759w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/CSP_0180cr-Copy-copy-copy-Copy-768x777.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/CSP_0180cr-Copy-copy-copy-Copy.jpg 800w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 759px) 100vw, 759px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 759px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 759\/768;\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Waterproof jacket<\/h2>\n<p>Either a warm jacket, together with a waterproof cape in your back pocket, or a waterproof jacket is vital. This should help you be prepared for the worst the winter can throw at you. A decent quality winter jacket should last, providing it\u2019s looked after. <strong>TOPTIP<\/strong>: If you get caught out without a cape \/ waterproof jacket when the rain starts while you are sat in the cafe &#8211; borrow an empty black bin-bag and force a couple of holes into it for your arms, yes I know &#8211; hardly designer, but it will do the job if needs must. You can then sit-on the back all the way home, saying you feel rubbish&#8230; Check out the Merlin Sport <a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/merlin-wear-sport-thermal-cycling-jacket-87002.html\">Thermal jacket<\/a>, perfect for winter and great with a waterproof cape over the top when the rain and snow comes.<\/p>\n<h2>Winter Tights<\/h2>\n<p>Winter tights are warmer than regular tights, some are made from thermal wind block material and some are water-repellent. Get the best quality tights you can and look after them, they will last. <strong>TOPTIP<\/strong>: Wearing shorts with a seat pad, under your also padded winter tights will give more comfort for long winter rides. Dropping your saddle by a few millimetres, to compensate for the extra pad, is a small price to pay for a happier &#8216;under-carraige&#8217;.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-18498 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/pete-yokenthwaite-768x768.jpg\" alt=\"peteyokenthwaite\" width=\"768\" height=\"768\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/pete-yokenthwaite-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/pete-yokenthwaite-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/pete-yokenthwaite.jpg 814w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 768px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 768\/768;\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Skull Cap<\/h2>\n<p>Under helmet skull caps which cover ears are vital. Ears get cold flapping around out in the chilly airflow and can be prone to ear ache with the severe cold. When descending in near zero degree temperatures; Zero degrees at 40mph equates to a wind-chill of around minus 10. The Merlin Core <a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/cycling-headwear-75353\/\">Skull Cap <\/a>provides a good fit, windproof front section and essentially covers ears. <strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Base Layers<\/h2>\n<p>Warm and breathable base layers are key to cold ride comfort. Merino undervests are a bit more expensive than polyester ones but they feel more luxurious and keep you comfortable despite the cold. \u00a0<strong>TOPTIP<\/strong>: Take a spare vest if you are planning a winter caf\u00e9 stop. Avoid winter chills by changing into your spare vest as soon as you get to the caf\u00e9.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-18499 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/CSP_0167-Copy-copy-copy-768x512.jpg\" alt=\"csp_0167copycopycopy\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/CSP_0167-Copy-copy-copy-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/CSP_0167-Copy-copy-copy-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/CSP_0167-Copy-copy-copy.jpg 1500w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 768px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 768\/512;\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Gel Warmers<\/h2>\n<p>For those really, really cold days, (those when you are in two minds to set foot out of the door) get some reusable gel hand warmers. Simply boil the warmers in water before your ride and pop them in your back pocket. Activate the hand warmer by clicking the metal disc in the gel, ideally when you are having your bleakest moments on a mid-winter ride. Marvel at the hot, hot, heat &#8211; it will defrost your fingers and feel like they are on a Caribbean island. The science behind these little wonders is a bit long-winded. Suffice to say, they contain chemicals (including sodium acetate) and some kind of reaction happens. They get really warm quite quickly, enough to motivate you enough to get home for a hot shower.<\/p>\n<h2>Gloves<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/search?w=winter%20gloves\">Winter gloves<\/a> do a great job when the temperature drops below freezing. Bulkier gloves can make gear changes slightly trickier and easier to fluff, but who cares when your fingers are warm! <strong>TOPTIP<\/strong>: For really cold days, double-up your gloves, use a thin pair of thermal gloves inside big warm outer gloves. Stop and remove a pair if your hands get too warm.<\/p>\n<p>So get wrapped up in proper winter kit and enjoy the worst of the winter &#8211; Get Lost Jack Frost&#8230;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-17754 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/pete-winter-768x436.jpg\" alt=\"pete winter\" width=\"768\" height=\"436\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/pete-winter-768x436.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.merlincycles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/pete-winter.jpg 800w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 768px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 768\/436;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We are now over half way through the UK Winter, come on, we can do it&#8230; Whilst generally its been another miserable wet off-season, there could be snow and ice on its way&#8230; So let&#8217;s get prepared, the right kit for freezing conditions can make all the difference&#8230; Riding in a Winter Wonderland As the [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":19,"featured_media":18396,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":true,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[68,69,4],"tags":[2243,2245,2071,2246,2242,2247,2137,2244],"ppma_author":[4632],"class_list":["post-18392","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cycling-buyers-guides","category-cycling-how-to-guides","category-news","tag-cycle-training-winter","tag-winter-bike-ride","tag-winter-cycling","tag-winter-cycling-clothing","tag-winter-ride","tag-winter-ride-clothing","tag-winter-riding","tag-winter-road-riding","author-rick-robson"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.4 (Yoast SEO v27.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Get Lost Jack Frost! - Merlin Cycles Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"We are now roughly half way through Winter, come on, we can do it... 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