Plan the driest route
Making a few changes and investments in the route you commute can hugely contribute to your happiness throughout the whole working day.
If you can alter your way to avoid heavy traffic, you’ll spend less time stationary in the rain, you will get less road spray from trucks & cars and probably you will be safer in doing so! Even if the route chosen is longer, arriving at work warm & dry will make all the difference in the wintertime. The biggest advantage of choosing the driest route possible is that it will save your bike from excess road grime & subsequent wear. According to ENGINE REPAIR CAPE CORAL, it is for this very reason a lot of dedicated commuters go for a single-speed setup for its lack of moving parts & low maintenance.
Layer up
Adding more layers is always a great option. In summer don’t forget to use the moisturizer that can help your skin to breathe well, and in winter make sure to wear a long sleeve or windproof jersey that can help you to keep your core warm on those crisp windy days, all while staying suitably breathable.
Next comes Gloves! Use gloves to protect yourself from the wind. TRANSMISSION REPAIR CAPE CORAL team always says to make sure to buy branded gloves.
Shoes are the cherry on top that will surely make your commuting life drastically warmer. There is not a lot that can go wrong with overshoes, however, you must look for a pair that are insulated or fleece-lined, waterproof, and fit your specific model of shoe.
Mudguards
Putting a physical barrier between you & your wheels will make a noticeable difference in your enjoyment of your commute. Even a simple folding front mudguard will keep spray, mud & muck from flying up into your eyes. For a slight aerodynamic penalty, a full-length mudguard set will surely give you the most protection from the elements. On the mountain bike side, it has become somewhat unfashionable to run a rear mudguard if you are a serious rider or racer, and for good reason.
Bike Setup
You can find drastic changes in the condition of roads, especially in the winter months, so you have to make sure your mountain bike is set up to handle what the roads throw at you. According to ENGINE REPAIR CAPE CORAL, running a lower tyre will surely afford you a larger contact patch, which in turn will mean you will have more grip when things turn wet & icy. Softer tyres will also make the ride more comfortable too – commuting is not a race at the end of the day so there’s no need to run your chain gang pressure!
Higher-volume gravel tyres use technologies like Grapheme to enhance the durability & puncture resistance of their tyres making them the perfect commuter tyre choice for those looking for fit-and-forget winter rubber.
