Stop Whining and Ride in the Snow | 4 Tips for Snow Cycling

I’ve heard it a thousand times: “I’d love to get out and ride, but it’s snowy outside!” Honestly, I’m just as guilty as the next person.

Now, as significant snowfall descends on Oklahoma for the second time this winter (unheard of!), I’ve decided that it’s time to stop whining and get out on the snow. For inspiration, I used an acquaintance who commutes by bike year round, regardless of snow or ice.

Here are a few tips to get you out on the snow:

1. Studded Tires – For great traction in the snow, break out a set of studded bicycle tires like the Continental Spike Claw Studded Mountain Bike Tire. They keep you stuck to the road and can even be quite fun.
2. Bundle Up – But not too much! It may take a few tries, but remember that after a few minutes in the saddle it could get quite hot.
3. Ride a Trainer – I know, this isn’t exactly the same as riding in the snow. However, it’s a great way to stay in the saddle. If you want to pretend you’re outside in the snow, you could even ride facing a window…
4. Get a Ski Bike – I’ve honestly never ridden one of these, but they look like a blast! Get a snow bike or modify one of your old bikes with some skis. Or, if you live in a place that gets regular snowfall, most ski resorts have them for evening fun on the slopes.

Don’t forget: Stay warm! Stay safe! Have fun!

Do you ride in the snow? Have any good stories? Let us know in the comments!

Bicycles Allowed Use of Full Lane – or BAUFL for Short

Tuesday, December 15th marked a great day for the future of cycling. And what happened on this seemingly normal Tuesday? Our friends at BAUFL launched their million car challenge.

Here’s the rundown:

Any cyclist knows that the most dangerous part of cycling is fending for road space. We face angry drivers, distracted drivers and any number of people trying to prove a point or teach cyclists a lesson.

Where better to remind them of our right to share the road than right in their face?

The goal of the Million Car Challenge is to get a million cars with the sticker you see above. By doing this, hopefully the roads will become safer for everybody. And maybe we’ll even get some more cyclists out there.

So, check out the site, get a sticker and ride safely!

Where do you buy stickers? You’re in luck.

The stickers come in two pieces so you can configure them either horizontally or vertically.

Click here to check them out

Let us know what you think of Baufl.org in the comments!

Have a sticker? Show us a picture of it!