Thanks John, it does sometimes feel like a duty to get outside these days, But, unlike for most is this time of the year peak training season for XC skiing be that indoors, outdoors on wheels or foot. So, for motivation to get outside in the dark XC skiing is ideal. BTW XC skiing (softshels) are, unless it rains, very suitable for running in the cold.
Thanks @youtroop, that is interesting and a useful tip. We live near Font Romeu, which is the french altitude training centre and see lots of XC skiers putting the work it, both summer and winter. It's a tough sport - good luck with the upcoming season.
I use a water bladder in a small backpack in summer to carry all my hydration needs. That works just as well in the winter. Being close to your body keeps it from freezing. (also dissolving some sugar and salt makes the freezing point go down anyways, even in a bottle). If the weather permits I do some work outside. Preferably shorter stuff. Taking the MTB and keeping the roadbike on the trainer suits me fine.
Thanks @wazzup, useful comments as usual. That's a good point regarding the hydration pack, you can even keep it under your clothing for extra warmth. I like the mountain bike in winter too as slower speed means less wind chill and easier to stay warm. Thanks again.
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Totally makes sense... thank you.
You're welcome.
Thanks John, it does sometimes feel like a duty to get outside these days, But, unlike for most is this time of the year peak training season for XC skiing be that indoors, outdoors on wheels or foot. So, for motivation to get outside in the dark XC skiing is ideal.
BTW XC skiing (softshels) are, unless it rains, very suitable for running in the cold.
Thanks @youtroop, that is interesting and a useful tip. We live near Font Romeu, which is the french altitude training centre and see lots of XC skiers putting the work it, both summer and winter. It's a tough sport - good luck with the upcoming season.
I use a water bladder in a small backpack in summer to carry all my hydration needs. That works just as well in the winter. Being close to your body keeps it from freezing. (also dissolving some sugar and salt makes the freezing point go down anyways, even in a bottle). If the weather permits I do some work outside. Preferably shorter stuff. Taking the MTB and keeping the roadbike on the trainer suits me fine.
Thanks @wazzup, useful comments as usual. That's a good point regarding the hydration pack, you can even keep it under your clothing for extra warmth.
I like the mountain bike in winter too as slower speed means less wind chill and easier to stay warm.
Thanks again.