Eight mistakes new winter bike commuters make and how to avoid them : Shifter

Headlines are quick hits from media outlets from Missouri and around the world. Follow the headline link for the full story. The source of this headline says:

Riding a bike through winter can be a challenge, but there's no need to miss out on the pleasures and benefits of riding in winter. So, after doing it badly for years, I've compiled a list of mistakes that I (and some other people) have made over the years with the hopes of helping you avoid these rookie missteps.

Mistake 1: Gear Overload
Mistake 2: Overthinking Your Bike
Mistake 3: Overdressing
Mistake 4: Not Considering the Extremities
Mistake 5: Failing to Change Your Route
Mistake 6: All-or-Nothing Attitude
Mistake 7: Fear
Mistake 8: Going it Alone

MoBikeFed comment: View the entire video here:

https://youtu.be/Lrj2pQOnIPs?si=z6MSTpJCcFeIX_Pe

Join MoBikeFed's Advocacy Network

MoBikeFed is a statewide group of people like you, working together for better bicycling, walking, and trails in Missouri. When you join our advocacy network you receive occasional important advocacy alerts and bicycle, pedestrian, and trails news from around Missouri.

Working together we make a real difference! Join our advocacy network: