What overshoes are people wearing this winter? Feet have been getting numb in the wind chill now it’s getting colder. Need an upgrade on my cheap endura ones
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u53r666 on
Velotoze all day
Raouligan on
If you’re ever off and walking then Winter Boots… I’m good in non vented shoes and Woollie Boogie’s to about 0c
AdjectiveNoun4318 on
I have Sealskinz and can ride down into the upper 20s with just one pair of Merino socks. My hands? I can never get my fingers comfortable.
curtismchale on
I like GripGrab but they’re expensive if you’re not in the EU
Sjepper on
Van Rysel happy with them for 25 euros
widowhanzo on
I had overshoes one season (Endura MT500) and I was very unhappy with them – awkward to put on, bulky and heavy to cycle with, if it was muddy they’d collect all the mud inside, and even during a non-muddy ride, they would let in cold through the bottom and my feet would get just as cold just maybe 30 minutes later. And they weren’t even cheap, they cost 1/3 of a good winter cycling boot.
Later on I bought a pair of Northwave Arctic boots and they’re much better. I also got some single use carbon foot warmers from Decathlon for the really cold days, and my feet are fine for a couple of hours this way.
If you’re somewhat serious about riding in cold, get the boots.
FixFix75 on
I have grib grab overshoes but changed to regular winter shoes (for road bike) last January. Should have done that years ago.
dps509 on
Have some older Pearl Izumi ones that have been excellent, especially for the warmth and wear factor.
Only gripe I have on them would be the Velcro closure on the rear. I would prefer a zipper.
Also, what a rad bike. Wow!
S_Joshua on
I have always struggled with cold toes regardless of the overshoes or boot selection so I decided to accept that I needed those single use chemical packet toe warmers and I’ve been fine ever since. I hate how much waste it creates though so only on really cold rides.
objectivequalia on
Spatz
RichyTichyTabby on
Dedicated winter shoes are a great investment.
Mine are probably 10 years old, don’t get used a whole lot but they’re really nice when the conditions call for them.
ichard_ray on
I would suggest ones that zip down the front or side of the shoe where your BOA dials are. I have a rear zipper one that runs up your heel/achilles and I find it a bit annoying to take them on and off
The_Motley_Fool---- on
Ive had really good results with the Pearl Izumi WRX shoe cover. Kept my feet warm and dry during a few snow covered hike a bike sections on the Tour Divide
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Velotoze all day
If you’re ever off and walking then Winter Boots… I’m good in non vented shoes and Woollie Boogie’s to about 0c
I have Sealskinz and can ride down into the upper 20s with just one pair of Merino socks. My hands? I can never get my fingers comfortable.
I like GripGrab but they’re expensive if you’re not in the EU
Van Rysel happy with them for 25 euros
I had overshoes one season (Endura MT500) and I was very unhappy with them – awkward to put on, bulky and heavy to cycle with, if it was muddy they’d collect all the mud inside, and even during a non-muddy ride, they would let in cold through the bottom and my feet would get just as cold just maybe 30 minutes later. And they weren’t even cheap, they cost 1/3 of a good winter cycling boot.
Later on I bought a pair of Northwave Arctic boots and they’re much better. I also got some single use carbon foot warmers from Decathlon for the really cold days, and my feet are fine for a couple of hours this way.
If you’re somewhat serious about riding in cold, get the boots.
I have grib grab overshoes but changed to regular winter shoes (for road bike) last January. Should have done that years ago.
Have some older Pearl Izumi ones that have been excellent, especially for the warmth and wear factor.
Only gripe I have on them would be the Velcro closure on the rear. I would prefer a zipper.
Also, what a rad bike. Wow!
I have always struggled with cold toes regardless of the overshoes or boot selection so I decided to accept that I needed those single use chemical packet toe warmers and I’ve been fine ever since. I hate how much waste it creates though so only on really cold rides.
Spatz
Dedicated winter shoes are a great investment.
Mine are probably 10 years old, don’t get used a whole lot but they’re really nice when the conditions call for them.
I would suggest ones that zip down the front or side of the shoe where your BOA dials are. I have a rear zipper one that runs up your heel/achilles and I find it a bit annoying to take them on and off
Ive had really good results with the Pearl Izumi WRX shoe cover. Kept my feet warm and dry during a few snow covered hike a bike sections on the Tour Divide