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Cold-weather cycling clothing for 0 to -5 C

Cold-weather cycling clothing 0 to -5 C

Cold. Not bragging-rights cold, but the range from 0 to -5 C is low enough that you have to take a bit of care when picking cold-weather cycling clothing. Of course, it comes down to how strongly you’re affected by those temperatures. For guidance as you suit up for your ride, here’s some clothing that works for 0 to -5 C. Mix and match to find what works for you to keep riding for as long as possible. Do you need clothing for warmer temperature ranges? Lucky you. Here are options for 10 to 5 C and 5 to 0 C. Colder? See the and -5 to -10 C range.

Cold-weather cycling clothing 0 to -5 C
Photo: Joel Esposito

Mix function and fashion with the Giro Merino winter cap 1 ($64, ogc.ca) and the Buff Bandana 2 ($37, buffcanada.com). The former is a classic-looking piece of head protection. The latter is a fun, modern article that works like a charm. The Bontrager 3B hooded long-sleeve base layer 3 ($85, bontrager.com) works for you on a few fronts. Flip the hood up if your ears start to turn red from the cold. Cover those legs with the Giordana FRC insulated bib tight 4 ($300, unoimports.com). The Louis Garneau Course WindPro long-sleeve cycling jersey 5 ($220, louisgarneau.com) is thick enough to keep you well insulated, but not so thick that you feel constricted. At these temperatures, it’s time to put the road shoes away. Put on Shimano MW81 winter boots 6 ($285, shimano-lifestylegear.com). For your hands, Biemme Neoprene gloves 7 ($69, biemmeamerica.com) have you covered.