Winter Cycling Snow Studded Tires Tyres Ice Cycle Night Commute BikeBlogger
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- čas přidán 26. 01. 2016
- On my winter cycling bike I have Schwalbe Marathon Winter tires (tyres). They are 35mm wide and I pair them with 45mm wide fenders (mudguards). I use 60 psi air pressure in these tires (4 bar), but may go less.
My tires are rated from 35 psi to 85 psi (2.5 bar to 5.5 bar), which is a huge range. Lower pressure is better for grip on uneven surfaces and when turning on ice if you got spikes on the sides of your studded tires like I do. Lower pressure is better for comfort too. Higher pressure is better for less rolling resistance (you'll speed up faster). Higher pressure is better for preventing flat tires too.
There is no perfect winter tire... as conditions change on the road or the multi use path, the best tire for that condition changes. Riding conditions can change within hours.
Generally, fat tires are good for snow and studded tires are good for ice. Usually you don't have snow without some ice. Skinny tires can cut through snow but I'm not aware of any available that come in the studded tire variety.
I've read some people ride with a studded tire on the front wheel only, but I don't recommend it because, two are better than one! LOL
More winter cycling tips:
Studded tires (ice), fenders (water), and disc brakes (reliable).
The main streets should be rideable if at least partially plowed, if not, using a car won't be any easier.
A fat bike can help float over some types of snow.
Go slow and know your limits.
Keep your weight centered and/or on the saddle.
Ride in straight lines.
Prepare for a longer commute time.
Wear lots of clothing layers.
Have a phone handy in case you run into trouble.
Always check your brakes and don't use them fast and hard.
Less air in your tires will provide better traction.
Keep your bike clean as best you can. A quick rinse, dry, and lube is good.
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Never crossed my mind that someone would bike in the snow, Subscribed.
Whoa, 18 mph in the snow?!
As a noob cyclist preparing for his first winter, you are an inspiration!
I'm a noob too. I cycled a few times back in the day but not 5.5 km. Before it was 1.5 km. I'm crazy lol
Remember, do not use the front brake in the snow/ice! Gravity is waiting like a troll under a bridge. Oh, wait... I hear the troll is now the head of the Canadian conservative party.
@@drampadreg1386I think you meant Liberal party of Canada. Just correcting mistakes :)
I've got a 22km round trip commute in the High Peaks region of the Adirondacks and LOVE my Schwalbe Marathon Winter tires; 35mm like you. Because of the amount of salt used to treat the roads during winter here I'm having to wash my bike constantly, which is why I ride a pretty cheap Specialized "fitness" bike. But those tires have been a game-changer. You are so right about riding the the snow! It's so peaceful and I'm fortunate to have some back roads where there are hardly ever any cars so the night-time ride back is almost like being in a dream.
Same here. My Schwalbe's made winter so fun. Nice studded tires and I easily outpaced cars. Surprisingly, I only fell a single time all winter and never had as much fun. Can't wait for winter to come back so I can finally go on my daily commute in snow.
Watching this is so fun! You just earned yourself another subscriber!
This man: chilling without falling or slipping
Me: *starts to drift *
Hey! Planning some winter cycling and this video both motivated and educated me. Thanks!
You are a true Warrior! Thanks BikeBlogger!
Great fun!! I really miss it !! Last serious snow eigh years ago. When it really snows in amsterdams, cars are clogged up, busses and trams don't go, but by bike? It is perfect.
When I was young, in the eighties, I rode my bike all winter long, 13 k. and there was snow in the eighties.. I allso had a shortcut riding a frozen lake
The mood in this video is phenomenal. Your singing was the frosty icing on the cake.
Yes; It is way more fun to ride on winter snow than in rain! Great video!
You have winter tires for your bike?! We in the Netherlands just have the same tires in winter and summer. If there is snow we just slide and fall😂
You don't need specific tires as long as your city plows and de-ices your streets. Just go slower and try to ride in a straight line if you hit a dangerous patch. Ice is bad and I've fallen multiple times because of it.
@@BikeBlogger no hard feelings I like your vids but do ukind of get the joke he or she made?
@@saad4868 bit late Huh haha
You are lucky in NL you have safe cycling infrastructure and less likely to slide under a lorry.
@BikeBlogger would it be possible for me to only stud the front tire for a midwest winter
Get some spike tyres from Suomi tyres. I live in North of Sweden, Luleå and commute every day,30 km. Coldest trip -34 C
I used several spiked tires over past 5 years: Kenda Klondike, Schwalbe ISP, Nokian Gazza Extreme 294 and now I use Schwalbe marathon winter plus. Over all these tyres, Nokians aka Suomi tyres are the absolute worst.
Craft siberian pants,a pair of Long Johns with windproof front,Endura primaloft jacket,warm gloves,thumb,woolpower sweater and a midlayer, and 45 North wolfhammer shoes
Nokian Hakka wxc are great!
I bought these tyres after your video - fantastic tires!
Smooth ride! My winter commuting (Norway) has a 90 % success rate, so i added knee protection. Ice is hard, but add some sand on top of it, and you'll feel it. - For two weeks...
Using an e-bike at the moment, which are just plain crazy on ice. Here the ice is not smooth and even, but more shaped like a moon landscape. A few km and there is no feeling my arms. But it is sick fun.
I really enjoyed your almost a year old video. Especially the musical intro. Cultural enrichment on a very high level...
Hi, I run on similar setting and conditions, and love this as much as you do! Keep having fun, man :)
I've never seen an led light on a bike before .... It's bloody fantastic! :)
That is the tires I have on my Trek FX6 which I had since last winter. Learning what it's like last winter, same rules applied when snow finally got here. The typical, still got to be careful of ICE, nothing will stick to that, I'm talking the smooth shinny type. Also when the snow gets packed hard the grooves are hard to negotiate..it's best to ride in the street when the snow is as it was today and a couple days ago which is about 3" of frozen slush and powdery snow. I'm a bike riding addict so I enjoyed it, my feet didn't start to get cold until my hour and a half ride was over. Wear the typical winter layers of clothes, coats, gloves, socks and insulated boots. The temperature was very cold both today (5ºF but sunny) and upper (28ºF but with gusting winds) two days ago. The cold weather was not one bit distracting or un-comfortable, what was is the un-melted snow in the streets, the grooves, mix of icy slush and having less pavement to let cars go past. I did try going over paved bike paths, some portions were o.k for a mile or two, none of them had been plowed but mainly it was too difficult so I stayed on the side streets. As for un-paved trails I tried a short 1/4 mile, it was hard to ride thru and this would depend on how much and what type of snow build up you have.
really impressive, both your grit and your bikes ability to handle that.
My respect for you really you’ did a great job raiding in the snow thanks I enjoyed your video thanks
Thank you for video. Plan to winter ride this winter2016/17. Just getting an old Look Mountain ready with Schwalbe Marathon winter tires. Snow and ice doesn't scary it the idiots on the road.
Im a california pedal biker about to move to Montana in February and I plan to do this! looks very enjoyable
Man, I find your videos very therapeutic and can watch them for hours. I just went and purchased another bike tonight (Trek Marlin 5) and immediately looked for your channel for some inspiration. I already own a Trek and now I will have my "messy weather bike" and my new one for nicer weather! Just got diagnosed with sugar, so I've gotta get on it quick while I still have the ability to get rid of it. Thanks. Subbed!
Yes cool!
Ohhhh very nice..... Let it Snow.... Greetings from Gran Canaria... Right now 28C sunny ...warm and nice ... Tommy ; ))
What a trooper! Kudos to you! My hands and feet turn blue when riding below 60 degrees
Thanks for sharing
Very nice! Thats what I am expecting this Winter riding the Strava festive 500
Nice little winter rip!
you take these harsh conditions wise and like a pro. Good job
this is what we do here in.... Alaska too studded tires all around both front and back ... love e-biking in the snow out standing two thumps up
Just got mine, primarily for black ice. A big confidence boost on the road
Update: Schwalbe just came out with a new 2019 model, the Marathon Winter PLUS. Instead of kevlar guard they now have smartguard, a thick layer of rubber to prevent punctures.
After 4 winters, I've gotten a lot of flats using the Marathon Winter tires. During warmer weather I switch to Marathon Plus road tires and they almost never get flats. So I'm expecting the same results with the Marathon Winter Plus. :)
I just purchased (in Nov., 2021) a Schwalbe Marathon Winter Plus 700 x 35 for my rear tire, and I'll be riding a used Schwalbe Marathon Winter (not the "Plus" model) on my front wheel. Have you found that the Plus model is better at preventing flats?
Handled that like a BOSS..
My limit is about -20C/-4F and it's pretty brutal even though i'm cheating with my e-bike lol. The range goes down a lot because of the temperature. I agree that riding in snow is better than rain. Studded tires are a must.
Randomly found this one today. Thanks bb
🏆Sir, you are quite courageous !!...I'm a septuagenarian.....Bike all year...But, not in snow&ice..Bravo !!!..🏆...
GREAT CHANNEL,TOO !!!Subscribed...
Don't be sorry about anything!
thanks for showing us how it's done
I wish I could trust drivers the way you do!! I just don't see myself riding on roads on those conditions
Could tell you were sure enjoying this ride
My experience, without studded tires:
-snow is fairly easy, especially "crunchy" snow
-a good, wide front tire is a must (tire ruts, refrozen boot tracks)
-a wide back tire works well; a worn back tire works better on ice
Snow over ice isn't too bad. In all cases, rude easy. Don't accelerate off of an ice patch, don't turn of brake on an ice patch.
Obviously, the studded tire is going to be a ton better; if you're facing patchy ice, though, you can conquer it with patience and care.....but you WILL fall, sooner or later.
I can hear you very well very nice sound
Nice biking in Winter is fun I am from
Canada, I just came back from a ride in -10
just bought the schwalbe ice spiker pro tires 4 my ebike 4 next winter haha can not wait 4 the snow ......
18? I stuggle to keep steady at 15. Awesome.
Nice stop at that stop sign lol
Haven't rode a bike for quite a while, I always wanted to do this, I should probably do it again. Next step, doing it in the snow.
Bought a 2017 caad12 disc 105 on sale.First road bike.Thinking I'll be riding around dartmoor on studded tyres soon God willing.
Love your videos. I enjoy riding in winter, rain or any sort of weather conditions that require paying more attention. It's awesome.
Riding on snow and ice is more fun when it's a bit colder (like -10C and below). Much, much better grip and way easier to go fast(er). I pump my tires up about halfway, and then a little bit, between the recommended min. and max pressure. That's because I keep my studded tires on throughout the winter regardless of road condition. The Marathons are also a chore on pavement/asphalt, in my opinion, and that's another reason why I keep the pressure up.
good just listening to you talk and also lots of info given. Thank you !
Nice sport bicycle
you're awesome crazy thanks for the inspiration
If you haven't tried them, check out the Specialized Expedition tires, no studs but when I was a bike messenger in Toronto during the mid 80's I could stand on my pedal on a slippery road and it grabbed and lurched forward before I hit that half revolution! Amazing tires for winter riding, now I have Vittoria Corsa tires rated 4 season (via Ali Express for much less and no tax) But that expedition tire blew me a way, and i made more money as a result. I still ride my 1986 Miyata, but I drop the pressure to 120-125 psi in the winter from 145psi. @ 700x23mm Cuts right through the snow like the old Wilies Jeeps did in the mud. I used to use 19mm Vittoria's but they don't have those anymore, even a good 20mm is hard to find.
hey man, if you are still in Toronto i would like to connect with you as a bike friend!!
18 mph that's 29 Km/h is amazing in this condition!
Schwalbe tires are great, even better on the ice then on the snow.
I'd recommend springing for the better 4 row or 240 studs tire though unless they are just for occasional bare minimum snow and ice action. The Marathons profile tends to be a little too rounded for really good grip unless the PSI is relatively low. Get the Nokian Hakkapeliitta 700x40 240 Steel Studs if ya want some serious bite for climbing and also for descending swiftly with confidence. Fatter 26 inch tires have more options but the Hakkapeliitta is a serious performance tire that will fit cross and gravel bikes.
those tires must indeed be so delightful
Cool
I have question, do you think just changing the tires to fat studded tires on my older bike will be enough for icy roads ? Or should I invest in a full fat tire bike ?
I can’t wait to do winter riding this year and next year in the beginning riding in 25cm snow or less
What type of bike would you recommend for snow ?
Do you have the double row or quad row of studs? Maybe they don't come quad row in 35mm, but quad rows are far superior since they have at least one stud on each side of the tire in contact at any one time so you won't get nearly as many of those little lateral slips. I've ridden both and it's pretty easy to get used to the little slips because that's all they ever amount to but two rows on each side are extremely confidence-inspiring! As you say, the extra row also helps in cornering but the effect is not as dramatic as having the right air pressure to engage all four rows on straightaways that may be considerably more rutted than what you encountered.
Exposure light it looks like :) Not sure my bike could take 35mm tires sadly.
If you want some good tires for the snow use some maxxis high roller 2 they are so good
Great video! How about on ice, still grippy?
Is that in the St-Louis area?
stick to your day job, great video watching this had to switch my heating on
I like that you come to a full stop at stop signs! You set a great example for all cyclists to follow.
Are you riding on platform or clipless pedals? Also, what was the temperature during this ride?
Hi blendtecBrah. I was riding with clipless pedals in this video, as I usually do. Platforms have the advantage of being able to use any boots you want though. I do not remember the temperature but it was definitely below freezing! :)
Aloha from Montana.... Moved here and now l have to ride winter time... I ride 29+ off road tires and ... Dam ice don't care what size tires you have .... I still ride but so unsafe... Looks like l need 29+ studded tires
What kind or brand of headlight are you using, and how many lumens? It looks amazingly bright.
First, I enjoy watching a winter ride; I'll probably never have the chance to do it where I live. What kind of gloves are you wearing and are you using shoe covers? What kind? Last, what city is this?
I am wearing Pearl Izumi lobster claw gloves and toe covers by same.
Thanks much
What kind of light do you use. It's so bright and I have trouble seeing at night
This one! czcams.com/video/g0R61YlZAck/video.html
Amazing ride!
So these tires are more for ice and not snow? What tires do you recommend that will be good for ice AND snow?
Fat tires with studs are your best bet for most types of snow and ice
I love csx trains
What are you using for a light...?? And is that a lit up display of your mph...?
I have a hybrid bike that I will use this next year to commute to school, fairly small commute (2.75 mi one way), and I live in a city where one day it's beautiful and sunny and the next day it's freezing and snow everywhere. I have the opportunity to use a mountain bike, but it would be a hassle for other reasons. Can I use studded tires on my 700x32 hybrid all December to April, or should I use the mountain bike?
Please send a little bit of the frost and snow to Holland and of december.
A white christmas in Holland happens in about once a twenty years.
Bike and snow- amazing video!
Snow is just around the corner here again hard to believe
Just sold my truck. And thinking of biking places. But only have a 1 speed beach cruiser. Do they make studded tires for that?
The winter tires is it good to walk in ice?
9:00 If there's one place to balance the tires front to back (for best braking and best acceleration without slippage), it's studded tires on snow and ice!!
What do you suggest for hands? My finger tips were freeze to death after approx 7km
I had two layers. - base layer with marino wool and goretax handgloves designed for winter cyckling.
My journey was 15km in -18 c, feel like -22 C.
I am planning to buy bike mittens as third layer of protection.
Do you any sugggestions?
Absolutely love this video. I live in Canada as well. First time cycling in my life. Never bought a bike. I went to the store and the lady there said I would need a hybrid bike to use one for both winter and summer . But if Im correct, you're riding a road bike in the snow right ?
Any tips/advice for a first time buyer who's just getting into cycling on what kind of bike to get to use for exercise year round to ride on roads only ? Hybrid or road bike.
Thanks
Hey, I know it's late but road bikes generally have less tire clearance, meaning you won't be able to fit wider tires which you would need for offroad or winter time. Hybrid bikes have better clearance, you could also look into gravel bikes, they are the best in offroad/winter and onroad.
Arent roadbike tires generally supposed to be 5 bars at least?
what kind of light is that it looks super bright and has awide range and does it have the hroizontal cutt off thing where it doesnt shine at peoples eyes
The light in this video is a Strada MK6 by USE. It has a cutoff, although I still aim it slightly downward to be courteous.
bb it was hard to ride in the snow but the tips that you gave me help a lot i have another question for you i ride far to work what are some thing i should eat and have in my bag
How far do you commute? I go 15.5 miles each way and it usually takes 65-80 minutes each way. I don't bother with eating anything on commutes. I only take food if I know I'll be out riding for 2 hours or more. But otherwise I do usually keep a gel in my trunk bag just in case.
+david ortiz I like easy stuff like bananas, chewy things like energy bars, gels, and other bite size things.
Great video. That light looks very effective. What brand/model is that? Thank you.
My front light int his video is the Strada MK6 czcams.com/video/g0R61YlZAck/video.html
Thank you for the information!
hey did your bike have a motor on it
What headlight are you using?
Double track in front!
You’re a good singer, maybe you should have a Christmas bike music video.
Nice video. Im curious about your bike light. I'd like to buy that. Care to share the name of the product?
I second that - is like to know what it is as well.
Inspiring!
Get some ski goggles man, no issues with fogging even with the balaclava fully on. As for studs they don't have any affect on a 3 inch thick melting ice pack with 33mm tires. The problem there is breaking down into it and getting knocked around (imagine dropping a tire into a train track). My mountain bike with 2.3" knobby tires is far better suited. Our roads are covered with so much snow and ice for so long that I've just never understood the benefit of studs for our conditions. I run about 15-19psi in my mountain bike tires and just take things really easy. We've been on snow and ice all winter here in Idaho and I haven't had an issue. (usually haha). When the weather clears up I'll use the cyclocross bike again but right now the mountain bike just works much better.
I have a vented balaclava and even with a ski mask it still fogs up.
Perhaps you have the wrong goggles? I have a $15 pair of Boelle goggles from Amazon with a vented Columbia balaclava. I have never had any fogging from -5F to 35F so far this winter. The only time there is any fog is when I come inside my house where they temp is about 70.
Chris Babb
Dunno, I got a $30 ski mask from Sportsman's Warehouse and also a nice vented balaclava from the same place. But I think the foam around the ski mask still leaves slight openings at the top edge of the balaclava, on either side of my nose.
It's hard to know exactly why but clearly some setups do it and some dont.
+Chris Babb This the advantage of having at least a fatter tire up front - to plow away the snow.
I rode today for about an hour in the freezing rain. My hands were so numb lol. I need to get better gloves.
That's the way to go! Studdes tires are must in those conditions. Some people still ride without them, even here in Finland! I would not.
hi, i hope youll reply, because i have a problem: i dont have gloves for the winter yet, only for fall but now it gets a little cold on my fingers. Which gloves do you use? Thanks for your or anybodys help :)
I like the Pearl Izumi lobster claw gloves. I also recommend poggies or bar mitts czcams.com/video/fFexERJh_sc/video.html
Whats the bike I need for snowblizzard riding
Hi Bike Blogger, live in Finland now and cold weather is ahead. I have a 26" wheel Scott YZ v brake and a 28" Crescent hybrid disc brake. Which would you suggest is better for icy roads? The biggest issue here is tyre tramlining with the sidewall hitting hard edges left on the road by road traffic. Would it in your view be better to opt for the biggest volume tyre possible and go low with pressure? Also what is recommended stud-count? Thanks & keep safe!
Hi Alex Lintern. The best bike tires depend on the snow consistency, which changes often as it melts and freezes and cars change the landscape. Studs are good for ice not snow but if the snow depth is quite shallow they should be able to bite through to the ice. Carbide studs last longer than steel type. I like to use tires with many studs like 200, but stud placement is more important - you want some closer to the sides of the tire for better control on turns. Lower tire pressures is always a good idea for dangerous conditions like wet roads, so I would get the larger tires your bike frame can handle so you can run lower pressures. Winter cycling in icy or snowy conditions isn't a race but it is a rewarding achievement.
To get out of icy ruts you want a tire with studs along the edge as well as in the centre.
could you tell me about your bike name,size and tire?