| Of course you already know that it’s even more | | | | speed to be able to deal with any wet and/or |
| important than usual to drive safely when the | | | | slippery areas. Be sure to reduce your speed enough |
| weather is cold. In bad weather conditions, it’s | | | | when you are going around corners—it can be |
| necessary to pay attention to wet and icy roads, to | | | | harder to stop if the roads are in less than perfect |
| make the riding experience as safe as possible. | | | | shape. |
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| Don’t forget to keep warm. Liners under helmets | | | | When you need to brake on slippery surfaces—it |
| can help keep heat in, and of course don’t | | | | is usually best to use both brakes. Applying the |
| forget to dress properly—hopefully you have | | | | brakes slowly and gradually can help keep the front |
| some cold weather riding gear. It’s much easier | | | | wheel from locking up. Also, if you are moving at a |
| to drive, and keep your concentration sharp when | | | | very low speed, you can try using your feet to help |
| your body is warm. Getting too cold can cause our | | | | by letting them slide on the road—this can also |
| body reactions to slow down, and if you start | | | | help prevent a fall. |
| thinking about how cold you are, you might not | | | | |
| notice the patch of ice that’s coming up. | | | | Be especially vigilant for obstacles, debris, and oil |
| Especially keep your hands warm—a good pair of | | | | spots in the road—anticipate any potential |
| gloves are vital to ensuring an enjoyable ride in cold | | | | problems, and manage your speed appropriately. |
| weather. | | | | |
| | | | | By being smart, and keeping warm, you can |
| It’s always best to completely avoid slippery | | | | effectively and comfortably ride in cold weather, |
| spots in the road. If those spots can’t be | | | | which can extend your riding season. |
| avoided, make sure you are driving at a reasonable | | | | |