Riding in the wet
MintyMat
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How do people get on cycling in wet weather? It terrifies me, everything metal makes my wheels spin an the slightest lock on my rear wheel makes it step out 2 feet. Is it just a case of learning how to handle a road bike in the wet? Do people run grippier tyres or do I just go for a run instead?
Any thoughts appreciated.
Any thoughts appreciated.
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http://www.flcuk.com/Tyres/Components/7 ... tender.htm
very little grip, I guess it makes sense get something with a little more tread, I just wanted something fast for those still, balmy days I was expecting in the sunniest place in the UK!
Though I'm sure if you visit your local bike store then they will give you some good pointers on tyre choice - generally the advice you can get there is priceless, 99% of the people I've ever talked to are real "any weather" types.
As to changing tyres, I know the practice is good, but you can get significantly more grip out of your standard tyres by just reducing the pressure, 90psi in lieu of 120psi.
Believe me, I run in all weathers and have done for years, I've had blue legs, snow in my hair, been soaked to the skin. I'll run 3-4 times a week every week all year. The exposure doesn't bother me, it's the fear of hitting the tarmac at 30mph on a corner when some old dear is negotiating a bend she can't really see.
I'm investing in some gatorskins!
i've ridden since last september on some stock spesh roubaix pro's, they have naff all tread on them but i could adjust the pressure to give it a bit more tyre to tarmac ratio if i think it will be skiddy out there.
i've been out in -4 to +28 and in all weathers, including torrential rain and hail. so far the bike hasn't tried to lob me off for a lack of grip, but now i've said that tomorrow it will pitch off outside my house!