Category Archives: Clothing

Back to cold and overcast

Posted on March 27, 2012 by

Today’s weather is shaping up to be quite a bit warmer, but yesterday I broke out the winter boots and yellow jacket again. I was glad for eye protection both days (think wrap-around safety glasses, sunglasses, or ski goggles) because … Continue reading →

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Cycle Chic Discussion

Posted on March 25, 2012 by

Cycle chic is an interesting cultural phenomenon.  If you are unfamiliar with the movement that was launched by a blog, Cycle Chic, by a photographer named Mikael Colville-Andersen. The concept has since been picked up as a buzzword for fashionable people … Continue reading →

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23 this morning, with a little wind

Posted on February 22, 2012 by

I haven’t done one of these in awhile. Helmet, fleece piece over my head and ears, wool bandana around my mouth, acrylic scarf, REI lightweight synthetic baselayer, wool sweater, long wool striped gloves from Ibex, Woolrich wool knickers, Ibex wool … Continue reading →

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When life gives you windchill, make frost beards!

Posted on January 19, 2012 by

You wake up in the morning, smear some Nutella on a donut and wash it down with some almond milk.  (Don’t judge me.)  The cats are fed, it’s still dark out, your balaclava and mittens are on the radiator from … Continue reading →

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Winter Biker Series

Posted on January 11, 2012 by

My favorite bits are, “Keen, intelligent mind,” “Powerful thighs,” and “Wool saves lives!” This image was created by Kurt Seaberg.  ”It is meant to encourage winter biking in Minnesota.  See you at the ice shanties!” The Art Shanties open this weekend … Continue reading →

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Ballgown for an enlightened woman

Posted on December 15, 2011 by

The modern-day ballgown that this Cinderella wears.

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Dressed in yellow

Posted on December 14, 2011 by

Cinderella, dressed in yellow… I don’t remember the rest of the words to this jump rope rhyme, so we’ll make the next line be “liked to ride her bike a lot.” Seems much more feminist than the other version. Today … Continue reading →

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Toasty Tootsies

Posted on December 2, 2011 by

One thing that came up repeatedly at the 3rd Annual Winter Skill Share was the problem of cold toes.  I would like to share some of the things I do to keep my tootsies toasty.  I have extremely cold toes, so … Continue reading →

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What I wore today, 26 F

Posted on November 29, 2011 by

Riding at this time of year is a psychological battle for me. It’s too cold, isn’t it? NO. What do I wear?! What do I wear?! I know I’ll be happy once on the bike, but the rapidly changing temperatures … Continue reading →

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Not that you asked, but this is what I’m wearing today

Posted on November 17, 2011 by

This is the exciting time of year when you can say, “Today was the coldest day this winter!” everyday. This was my coldest commute since March!  And I was ready.  How about you? My chic attire for a 19 (with … Continue reading →

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