Don’t feel pressured to ride fast around roundabouts etc in wet conditions . Take your time and then accelerate when your up right.

@iainamurray

5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. And that car drivers are often complete arseholes. Go the speed that you feel safe, not the speed that the dickhead on the car behind you wants you to go!

@jamestate858

3 жыл бұрын

I had a close call at a wet roundabout. Instinctively stuck my foot down to stop from lowsiding

I've been riding for 30 odd years and learned all this stuff the hard way so well done for sharing some great advice. :-)

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Cheers Rob...

One piece of advice for new cold weather riders, I think you may have overlooked; Bridges freeze before the road surface. Metal bridges are even worse and the paint lines can be deadly. I learned about the bridges bak in 1967 or 68 on the way to Daytona from Ohio. I crossed a bridge in Kentucky early in the morning and found myself slideways damn near into disaster, but ............................ This was back when Daytona was the most important motorcycle race in the world. From Paul Smart to Agostini to Dick Mann.

Good info TMF. Something we have done while on tour is to put rain gear on over your riding gear. It adds another layer of wind protection and can add conspicuity if it is a bright color or has reflective material.

Brilliant, I've been waiting for someone to do an in depth winter riding vlog, many thanks TMF :)

That was a cool video. After riding a few winters in cold temperatutes Ive become really super aware of constantly analyzing the tarmac to determine what grip to expect. Mud, dampness, sand, salt, slime, leafs, gravel ... etc.

I’m nearly 50 and just got my first bike XR125, so I’m finding your videos really useful, still learning my groove.

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Welcome to biking Ken!

Great advice! I use to ride all year around before I passed my car driving test, At the time I had no choice but to ride even in Subzero temperatures, so yes thermals are necessary, warm gloves, and ride carefully, slower, especially around bends and on roundabouts. I’ve learnt these things the hard way sadly.

Never skip your videos, always willing to learn new things.

Having now watched the video, it was full of good information for all.

Another fab edition. To help spectacles from fogging up, a drop of Fairy washing-up liquid and rub until clear (on each side). Some say, the salt may scratch your lenses, but I have not found it to be. Another tip is to use furniture polish on your visor to help disperse the rain.

Great all-round advice. I've got about a ten mile commute to work, and I was facing the fact that it would be an awkward and long walk, but I really don't want to purchase another car when I could get a nicer motorcycle and ride it year round, even in 'winter'; I live on the west coast of Canada right now, and the weather is pretty much identical to what you'd find in the U.K. (where I used to live). I've been looking for some degree of evidence that commuting in the rain/cold isn't an absolutely insane idea on a motorcycle. The one I'm looking at picking up even comes with cornering ABS - just in case.

Really great channel, I’m new ( although 43 and been driving cars for over twenty years) . Your content and delivery has been super helpful , thanks ! All the best from round the corner in NW London;)

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard!

I was a motorcycle currier in Manchester in the seventies only for one year but I rode in every weather condition including snow it is possible But everything has to be done very gently braking ,steering ,accelerating Great video

Great tips TMF 👍 I use a scooter all year round for my work commute, but as you, when it’s below zero I take the car. But on the flip side, my beloved air cooled Bonnie only sees dry, warm days 😃 Keep ‘em coming sir! Andy 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Really nice video, TMF, thank you. It really shows the advices come from your experience and I have learned quite a few things from it. I know you are not a fan of tall screens but they really work a treat in winter. All the fogging and discomfort to your face and upper body go away.

Top drawer fella as always. Yep temperature, moisture and route if you're liekly to encounter weather most foul is best avoided if you can

What a useful video. I have been riding for 15 years and thought I would watch despite this is "not for you" comment by TMF in the intro. You always learn something like the tip about applying shaving foam to your spectacles. That's new to me and will try it over Bob Heath's spray which I usually use - or contact lenses if the misting inside your helmet is really bad.

Good video as ever TMF...another good thing about riding in winter, in 2 or 3 degrees, is that when the temperature rises to a balmy ten degrees or more it's great!. It's only the 15th of February today and I've been riding around West Sussex in glorious sunshine and 13 degrees! Cheers, Steve

Great video! I’m a relatively new biker and and just getting prepared for my first season of winter riding. Thank you for the info.

@TheMissendenFlyer

4 жыл бұрын

Glad to be of help!

@chrischristofis8501

Жыл бұрын

Me to, just ordered full set of textiles and WP overjacket and trousers. Scuba dry suit underlayers are ideal as a warm base or mid layer. I am tempted to get some handlebar muffs based on this vid, thanks

Excellent job! Between your vlog and the comments below very good advice. There is one other thing I do when it very cold that I did not see mentioned - wearing your rain suit as the outer layer. The rain suit does a good job sealing the wind out and let's the layering do it's job. When riding one my bikes without traction control I usually ride up one gear higher than normal in the wet and cold to help the rear tire from breaking loose during acceleration.

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Great tips - thanks Jerry...

Its riding in the rain that gets me, for some reason i ride like a nanny. Like i'm on black ice roads...

@markjackson7650

3 жыл бұрын

Improving your riding in the rain is pretty much down to two things. Tyres and confidence, and with the former comes the later. The modern sport touring tyres are definitely the best in wet conditions, particularly Michelin pr5 or bridgestone t31 offer phenomenal wet grip. Once you've gained that confidence that your tyre will look after you in the wet you ride that much more relaxed and naturally.

Excellent. All good sound advice thanks. I guess I’m a seasoned rider, but I always think it’s worth reflecting on what we are doing as we don’t always have time when we are getting ready to ride. Besides it’s always good to compare notes and learn new things. Good old Wendover Woods. I used to go up there walking a lot, one of my great escapes,when I lived in London. Cheers, Pete

@rumien1383

5 жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more.

Great vid TMF Even as a seasoned biker the best tip I have found is always to listen to other bikers and listen to how they deal with the temperatures. You never stop learning and it is forums such as these that might just give us that one additional gem that makes our next ride even more comfortable. Keeping the core warm is one of the fundamental elements of staying alive. If you think of your legs as cooling radiators that flow cooled blood back to the core then you can see how the body temperature lowers so quickly. I swear by my Keis heated vest which returns warm blood back to the legs and literally stops the body from going into hypothermia. I use to do talks on the subject with exo2 so I have a little knowledge in this area. Great video Sir! David 👍

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Cheers David and great tips - we're always learning!

What a great, informative and friendly video. I really like the tip about extra lights for improving bike visibility. I'm just returning to motorcycling and I will be ading extra lights after watching this.

@TheMissendenFlyer

11 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

You forgot to mention dont take your gs into a muddy carpark !!!! 👍🤣

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Great tip!

@TheAegisClaw

5 жыл бұрын

To be fair, an icy muddy car park

@garytaylor7611

5 жыл бұрын

@@TheAegisClaw I forgot the ice !!!!

@garytaylor7611

5 жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer still an good vid for new riders. It's amazing what you learn over the years and take it for granted.

@MotoMichelle

5 жыл бұрын

@@garytaylor7611 Agree :)

The Gaucho from Tucano Urbano keeps my legs warm in the winter, and at least a piece of fleece sweatshirt for the torso, under the full lined jacket. Winter cagula with collar coming down on the shoulders, and under the jacket too for longer trips. Great video! Thanks!

Good tips TMF, I find dark visors just as useful if not more so in the winter than summer due to the low sun and wet road reflections, also ensuring there are no 'gaps' in clothing/gear that lets cold air in...

Thank you for posting. Lots of great advice. I dress in similar fashion here in Colorado. It gets colder here, but not nearly as humid compared to where you live.

Another oldie but goodie showing up in the KZread suggestion algorithm….appreciate the winter riding guidance, Andy!

@TheMissendenFlyer

8 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

Another great vid TMF. Roll on spring

Good morning TMF, Thank you for the video and Take Care 😎👍🇬🇧.

Yup, that pretty much covers everything. 👍. Now I'm retired I'm more of a fair weather rider but for 40 years I commuted by motorbike in all weathers, except snow. However, even been caught out with that on a few occasions coming home. Only thing I never got 100% sorted is warm toes! 😁

@lizzieholland

8 ай бұрын

I recommend hand knitted socks and if you can't get those (I'm a knitter so lucky me and hubby), Brasher walking socks. They're pricey, but 100% worth it.

At least your out there in the winter, mate!! Good man herself!!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻. Also caught you on Tea pot ones channel. Hooligan in Spain!!! Good info on this vid as I ride 365 myself. Well done.

Another great video , I do really enjoy watching them 😀

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andy...

Hey TMF great Vlog again some great tips for rookie riders or people new to winter riding , totally agree on the layers for clothing always worked for me in my nearly 25 years of riding , just a thought when you leave your beautiful Shoei helmet on your bike seat instead try this little tip, when your helmet is off put your gloves on the ground and place your helmet on top that way no risk of falling off the bike , it's only my opinion but always worked for me. 👍

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Great tip!

We've been getting some much needed rain in Northern California. My Gore-tex (Klim Latitude) jacket & pants, as well as gloves (Racer Startos 2) and boots (Alpinestar Belize drystar) have kept me nice and dry. For base layer been using Merino wool, works great. Next winter I'm thinking of splurging on a heated jacket. Guys I know that have them swear by them. Riding in wet and cold conditions forces you to really concentrate of your riding. Thanks for the video.....

I saw some GS riders a few months ago and they were sporting some Tucano Urbano hand muffs in red and grey looked very nice and practical for winter riding, Not tried them myself now retired only go out at north of 10c😎

Something I've learnt from 40 years of motorcycling. You can have the best and warmest motorcycling clobber you can buy but if your hands are cold, you are cold.

@markjackson7650

3 жыл бұрын

Or your feet, once either hands or feet are cold its torture lol 😆

Hello TMF, Love the videos, keep up the good work. Layers are the way to go. A lesson learnt from years of MTB riding and hiking Experiment to find Whatever works best for you.

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Yes I agree, experimentation is the key!

Winter in Blighty looks a bit more hospitable than here in Canada today! Canadian winter riding tip: put the bike away until April :(

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Good tip! Been waiting for my pal to visit from Canada all day - just heard flight delayed until tomorrow....weather could explain it?? (Edmonton)

@mikekovacs8981

5 жыл бұрын

I'm in southern Ontario about 3000km from there. For perspective, that's twice the distance from London UK to Warsaw!

@iamtherealzombie

5 жыл бұрын

For what it's worth, we just got 30-40cm of the white stuff yesterday, best of luck riding in that :)

@jazzboyfunk

5 жыл бұрын

Pretty nasty February here in BC.

@rogervallve7375

5 жыл бұрын

NO KIDDING! I been getting snow storms\ice last 2 weeks.

Thanks for the alarm call TMF. Nice start to the day.

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Glad you think so Tim - cheers!

Good tip about the under-jacket, never thought of that

great video flyer - I have a little plastic sprayer which I use to give my visor a finish of car polish - this gets rubbed in with a visor cloth until invisible. Keeps it nice and clean and also displaces the rain ;)

Low sun in the winter I find a major hazard so allow enough space for the vehicle in front and beware rear Enders too. Go as slowly as the conditions allow.

With gloves I tuck my jacket sleeve into the glove to save cold air flying up my sleeves. Just common sense stuff. Also poly bag between sock and boot to keep your feet dry. Thanx TMF

A set of decent waterproofs are a MUST in the winter. Held make a great rain suit and I can recommend Rev'It Acid H2o over trousers too. Both have never let me down in torrential rain.

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

...not required if you have a laminated jacket like mine - so much better than having to stop to put waterproofs on...

Thanks for a good informative video, and the handy links, Bike gear can be very expensive .cheers PS nice to see you follow Two wheel review, Harvey is a great guy, and very inspirational, Uk to Gibralta on a Honda 125 Varradero Top marks for that young man.

I just made an oil change yesterday, expecting the first 12°C weekend this year. xD Global warming aka spring is getting closer. Be careful with dry salt on the road which is terribly affecting any friction. Thanks for the good videos and giving the confidence that the bike can be ridden by sitting on it, typically behind this strange perpendicular bar.

Agree, but I'd like to especially stress the usefulness of a heated vest. Especially at freezing and below, not to mention on longer rides. You don't fully appreciate just how you core body temperature deteriorates as you ride, until you plug in your heated vest for the first time.

I find that Summer gloves are fine down to about 4 degrees, I have heated gloves but use them very infrequently given the rule that you don't ride when it's freezing. An Irish Aran jumper under the jacket is also great. Hand guards are also a big help.

Great tips, I find that you can get good base layers from places like Mountain Warehouse - bought a few long sleeve tops that I use on my weekly commute from Lincoln to Gosport (on the south coast), they are brilliant and keep you toastie. Just proves you don't need to spend a fortune on branded kit.

Good video. I've just started biking, 9mth ago, still on CBT. Nice to know that I've done everything you did, almost. I use a puffer body warmer, and base layers from walking. Have the hand guards but no heated parts. I've not needed them this winter, just some thin glove liners.

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Good luck with your test Spencer!

@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne

5 жыл бұрын

Good for you Spencer. What are you riding? I have been doing so since I was 16 and now 55 and cannot imagine not having a bike.

Head and shoulders shampoo also acts as an anti-fogging material. I use this on my visor Cheers

Transit Magnet Forever - TMF. Made me chuckle, thanks ;)

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for staying on that long!

Quick wet weather tip: if rain is due on your trip and your gloves are not water proof grab some of those cling film type gloves you get in some petrol stations and put those over your hands underneath your gloves so that your skin doesn't soak up the water, it's then also easier getting your gloves on and off and it's free :)

@TheMissendenFlyer

2 жыл бұрын

Yes great tip...

Nice video TMF. I loved the way you donned the puffa jacket and Mondial jacket. Very slick. Methinks you practiced. I am very ungainly when donning bike gear. Never had heated gloves but the best winter gloves I had were a pair of Hein Gericke lobster gloves. Sadly I don't thing Hein Gericke are still trading in the UK.

Much appreciated I being thinking about this

Great video :) I cant live without my neck warmer and extra pair of gloves :) in winter

Anti fog coating on your glasses. They are brilliant. Only adds about £30 to the cost of lenses.

I'd installed a Cyclops LED headlight and LED indicator replacements from superbright on the R9T. Huge improvements in visibility without having to mount more stuff.

Another great vid TMF! Theres a company called 'First Gear' make really great working heated gear. I wore pants and coat on a trip to the US from eastern Canada last autumn. Was down to 2 C and I was toasty. Highly recommend. Ride Safe!!

Great vlog TMF would never of thought of a cheap puffer jacket 👍

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

They work a treat and you get to wear them off the bike, plus they fold up to practically nothing - the ideal bit of biker clothing I reckon!

You covered it there old bean, good vlog , might get out on Freddy Fatboy at the weekend 14c forecast 👍👍😎

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Nice....

I found one of the best things for winter is a balaclava , it keep your head and neck warm but also because it goes across the mouth and nose it help to stop my glasses fogging up.

Another tip for cold feet, you can get neoprene wetsuit socks. They work great over normal socks, so long as your boots aren't too tight.

Just invested in some gerbing heated gloves, Oh how did I ever winter ride without them?! Heated grips alone just aren't good enough. Also waterproof over jacket keeps all the crap off your gear and reduces wind chill significantly, wear what you like under it. Under arse exhaust on my triumph works wonders too!

@SuperchargedLlama

5 жыл бұрын

Yup, and the Oxford Rainseal one has a brilliant collar. All their flaps are counter to our regular jackets too, helps give added protection against water ingress I guess.

In very cold conditions I would try and route my journey on the main roads where if possible the roads have been salted. Another good trick is to warm your tyres up or keep them warm overnight ready for next days ride. I used to use an electric blanket which is an inexpensive way to warm the tyres. I stress just warm the tyres not hot.

When I did mx we used washing up liquid as anti fog. Wipe on and then lightly dry. Lasts a few rides before it needs doing again. These days I carry a little can of anti mist ( bob Moore) which does the same thing.

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Yes it's the same as the shaving foam trick....

I started riding in November found your vids very helpful and enjoyable I only have a small 125 (for now) and found my biggest issue has been the wind

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

...not so much of an issue on a bigger heavier bike but still can be a pain if very strong (assuming your talking about meteorological wind)....

@13ahab

5 жыл бұрын

Don't eat beans mate

Good info tmf . thanks Danny

Go Outdoors/Sports Direct/Decathlon - walking/hiking/running tops and running tights.. All you need at a fraction of the cost. Most importantly textiles don't stick to you the same as they do in bare skin

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Agreed - modern fabrics are incredible and you don't have to pay the earth for branded stuff (hence my cheapo FDX stuff I'm keen on)...

I was caught in the snow the other week, came out of work at 11:15pm and there was a thin 2cm surface layer settled and it was still coming down! Was a hell of an experience riding my Pirelli Rosso shod KTM home I can tell you that. I don’t own a car. Ride to work all year.

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Ride safe mate!

Great Advice TMF . Where I live ,we will have snow melt ,followed by a quick freeze.It leaves patches of ice that are very hard to distinguish from a wet road.

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Nasty stuff - car time!

In Canada, many of us plug in like a Christmas tree. That aside, here’s my contribution: Because there’s no heat (IE: thirst) to remind us, it’s common to allow the electrolytes to drop in colder weather. So, stay hydrated!

We use Lidl base layer. Honestly they are fantastic and don't cost the earth.

You cat get all the base layers, balaclavas, thermal socks and puffer jackets really cheap from Decathlon. Look at their skiing range for base layers, they're brilliant for on the bike and very reasonably priced too. Also their packable down jacket for about £30 is a really good option, very warm for its weight and bulk, and they do various thicknesses of them.

Apart from observation and being seen, avoiding ice and snow, staying dry and warm plus keeping your bike in good condition Winter and wet riding for me has always been about keeping it all smooth! Avoid at all costs HARSH braking, harsh accelerating, harsh cornering, harsh gear changes and sudden movements. The smoother you ride the more grip and traction your tyres will find! By the way, Like you, I too have a traction beam but mine seems to be for Red Lights! Great vid.

@TheMissendenFlyer

2 жыл бұрын

Great advice - thanks for that…

I ride year round here in NC, USA. I ride a Tiger 1200 now with heated grips, and I wear my summer gloves year round. Heated grips are required kit for year round riding, IMHO. The Tiger has amazing hand guards on it as well. They block all the wind.

The dark visors come in handy for the low winter sun , some days you can't see a thing heading into it , a hinnt for you if your hands get wet in the rain is to stop at a garage and put on a pair of the plastic gloves they have next to the pumps, then put your proper gloves over them...can be life savers some days

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Yes very good tip that!

Respro Foggy actually stops my glasses from fogging so I'd say they do work, you just need to get the fit right and it also depends on the helmet (you have to take the chin curtain off certain ones for it to work)

Some nice tips especially the layering. Re heated grips; I hate riding with thick gloves, lose all the feel for the controls, so wouldn't have a bike without fitting heated grips to it now, they really are a lifesaver.

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

One word “carefully”

Great video. 👍

@TheMissendenFlyer

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

What do you do to keep your feet warm? The best thing I've come across are the artic socks the Royal Marines are issued with.

Thanks for the vid, you covered all the good stuff, some you've missed, here's my story. I'm nearly out of my 28th Scottish winter on a motorcycle, I don't have a car or have a license, although some winters I wish I did. I don't put my gloves in my helmet, all the muck off the road gets inside the lining and makes your head itch, I've noticed a big difference since I stopped doing that. I agree that pinlock visors are essential. I agree about a good maintenance regime. Especially on the engine and starting, I use my bike for work, it's got to start. I change the oil and filter, autumn and spring. I also agree that loads of tread on the tyres is essential but don't waste my money on sticky rubber, I keep that for the summer tyres, where I can appreciate it. Keep out all drafts. I used handle muffs for years back in the 1990's and they are excellent, some days I only wore the woolly under gloves, although not recommended, I actually had an off with the woollies on and so went back to the leather. Get the salt off the bike asap and oil all the wee pivot points. A scottoiler, in my view is very useful, as the oil is thin and can be washed off, I don't use super sticky chain lube as it collects all the road has to offer and makes a lovely grinding paste. The life of my chains has increased by 1000's of miles, failing that method, there are some thin chain lubes that wash off easily. You need to apply it more often but is worth it to save money on chains. Be diligent with all the pivot bearings, suspension etc... If the weather is really bad, I leave it parked and either walk to work or get the bus, I hung my cape up a few years ago, money is not worth dying for.

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that - all great tips!

Some good tips there TMF, base layers were a good find!

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Think they might be a bit tight on you ;0)

@LambChopRides

5 жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer haha, dont worry I will stretch them out :-)

I learned the hard way that a cold road surface on a zero degree Celsius sunny day is a lot like a wet road. My tires had a lot less traction than on warmer days.

After going thru about 4 sets of gloves looking for warmth, I finally just put on the BLIZZAK Barkbusters. They work fabulously on my Ducati Desert Sled. On another note, I don't find white helmets easier to see during the day, especially during sunny days, they seem to just fade into the sky/clouds, kind of like camouflage. I prefer darker colors (or high viz) during the day for contrast against the sky. However, at night, lighter colors or white / high viz do seem better.

I find a lot of newer riders think they need to be leaning the bike a lot when taking a corner or roundabout, great in the summer with all that grip but asking for trouble on wet greasy roads. If I ever hear anyone asking for advice I recommend watching police high speed demonstration videos and you see how little they actually lean the bikes.

My favourite source for biking gear is camping, hiking stores. Merino wool layers help in cold and heat. Rain x has anti fogging wipes for glasses, there is anti fog for scuba masks which works well. Studies on hi vis have shown people don’t register it, they see the bike then the hi vis, reflective patches and lights work better. I’d love to have a flashing bicycle light on the rear but I’m not sure if we’d get pulled over for it in South Australia.

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Yes those are super bright aren't they - but not allowed on motorcycles here either - nuts!!

I did my Mod 1 in late Jan and my Mod 2 1st Feb when we were having all that snow so this is normal for me :). I can't wait to see if I enjoy it as much in the summer!

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Welcome to biking Andrew!

@andrewwatson9586

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the info and inspiration to get there. I watched your videos for ideas about gear and bike reviews and your adventure vids have given me a real taste for it. I did loads in my Honda S2000 now looking forward to doing them all in another Honda.. namely the Africa Twin Adventure Sport. I've said it a couple of times on here but its worth repeating. Thanks for one of the best bike channels in KZread. This Fortnine and Revzilla are the three I've got the most out of. I know its a ton of work but you are really helping a lot of people out. Next time you are doing a Wooly Bollard Tour in Scotland I would be glad to buy you a pint or two! @@TheMissendenFlyer

@chrischristofis8501

Жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer if I may add my voice to what that chap said, your videos are really helpful, and are definitely keeping new riders safer on the road, you should be proud of that achievement. Thank you

Good vid, might like to mention the old tootsies, boots & socks etc. Also trickle charger for the battery, that takes a beating this time of year too.

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Yes good point, can't believe I forgot to mention....

great video I wear snowmobile gear for winter riding here in Maine and ride all year round enjoy you channel recommended by the Crumble

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

You’re the second person to say that Michael, how is it protection wise?? ....and do send my regards to Mr Crumble...

@michaelklinge1857

5 жыл бұрын

I do wear an armored biker jacket under my 3x snowmobile stuff quite toasty thanks hope to get across the pond some day looks like nice riding year round

Biggest mistake I made was thinking "ach itll be fine, I'll just put a jumper on under my jacket" only to end up cold 15 minutes later! Also thank you for the speedo Angel's code, came in very helpful 😁

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Yes we've all learned that one the hard way! Thanks for watching....

Excellent video and some great tips. The only thing I would add is boots. My commute is only 18 miles but my boots aren't very warm even with thermal socks on. What boots do you wear?

For an anti mist coating for glasses etc I like to use Swarfega ( the green one not the orange one with abrasive) you apply it like metal polish and buff it off completely dry (both sides). The trace element stops the glass misting up for about a day or so, (or until you get the glasses wet). Its easy to keep a little pot of it in an old 35mm film container. You don't need much. You get a similar effect with other detergents like kids bubble liquid, but I've found the green Swarfega lasts quite well. Its important to buff it completely off. If I'm riding for a prolonged time in the wet I wear contact lens's. I get on well with Contacts, some people can't.

@TheMissendenFlyer

3 жыл бұрын

Shaving foam also works....

Shaving foam or a tiny drop of washing up liquid work well to stop glasses and visors steaming up. Give them a good polish and you're sorted.

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Yes works a treat that doesn't it....at least temporarily....

0. I ride about 2 hrs a day through the winter. 1. The air trapped under the layer(s) is what insulates you from the cold. Paper thin merino and technical under layers will do wonders. 2. No need for heated gear at 3-4 Celsius, just get a good winter glove. Get an oversized glove (see point #1). I have heated gear, but I rarely use it. 3. Below waist jacket is a must. 4. Get a pinlock visor. Shaving foam works, but it will attract dust and dirt. 5. Tape your helmet vents if you get too much airflow. 6. GOOD LOWTEMP/WET TIRES (Michelin Road4 or Road5 for example). The most important thing for winter riding!

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Great tips - thanks!

Hi TMF - all great tips and thanks. Out today on the Speedmaster as apparently it’s going to be balmy with temps well above 10 deg C. I can hear Pendle and the Trough of Bowland calling me! Yours aye, Alan

@TheMissendenFlyer

5 жыл бұрын

Nice one! Enjoy your ride Alan....