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  • HOW TO COMMUTE DURING THE DEEP FREEZE.

    There’s cold, and then there’s winter bike commuting. 

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    On snowy days, take the time to stop and smell the frostbite.

     

    Coming from Montana, I thought I could handle any weather that Vermont blew my way – but when wind chill kicked the temperature down to almost 40 below zero last year, I was a bit out of my element.

    When you commute during this cripplingly cold season, you need more than great gear (my recommendations can be found here) you also need some serious mental discipline. As your wheels are spinning it’s easy for certain thought patterns to pop up in your head:

    • I wonder if I’ll still have fingers when I get to work…
    • At what temperature will my eyelids freeze together?
    • Has time – along with everything else – also frozen?

    And although there’s no way to completely kick those thoughts, here are some of my tricks for feeling the warmth of gratitude towards your icy trudge.

    • Remember all of the bugs you encounter during the summer? Well that isn’t a problem now.
    • What about the insane bike traffic, dogs on leashes and toddlers toddling – nope, none of that anymore either.
    • Nose continually running? That’s okay! There’s no one else on the bike path to interfere with your air-hanky.

    Winter commuting is a different beast. It’s slow going, so remember to stop (or just ride slowly, so as not to freeze) and appreciate that you have the opportunity to be here with crisp air in your lungs and wind in your hair.

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    Whitney McKiddy

  • TERRY TEAM: MEET TERRI SHADE.

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    Terry VIP Terri Shade has been cycling for 12 years and shares her beautiful smile with everyone along the way.

    This fall Terri completed her 6th YSC Tour de Pink, a 3 day, 250 mile bike ride. Motivated by the opportunity to honor survivors, raise awareness and support important programs for young women affected by breast cancer, Terri is a role model for everyone who rides with her.

    Not long ago, Terry Customer Service received a phone call from a Tour de Pink rider who wanted to send her teammate a new Bella Prima Knicker.

    “Was your teammate Terri Shade?” we asked.  “Yes”, she replied. “When I arrived at the Tour, I realized I had left my riding shorts behind. Before I could turn around, Terri had handed me her brand new knickers, still in the package, and completely made my ride”.

    –Lisa Wilkes

    About the Terry Team: This is a monthly shout out to dedicated Terry fans who are part of our illustrious sisterhood of athletes and adventurers. We ride through wind and rain. We sweat. We dream. We discover. We push ourselves to and past our limits. We take each day and ride it to its fullest. Sound like you? Send your story to customerservice@terrybicycles.com. 

  • HOLIDAY WEB EXCLUSIVES.

    Gifts you wheel-y want this year.

     

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    Cycle of Dreams PJ Set.  $55

     

    Bike-Cube
     Deluxe Bike Cube, $85.

     

    Sparkle-Tee

     Sparkle Tee, $59.
    Cruise-Clutch
     Cruiser Clutch, $40.

     

     

    Xtatic-Dreams

    Xtatic Dreams PJ Shirt, $40.

    Goody-Box

    Goody Box, $35.

     

    Jewel-Liner

    Jewel Liner, $35.

     

    Happy holidays and happy gifting!

  • MISADVENTURES: Gear Review: Terry Split Mitt.

     

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    Read the full article here: Misadventuresmag.com/gear-review-terry-split-mitt

    Gear Review: Terry Split Mitt
    December 1, 2015
    Winter is coming, and bicyclists everywhere are shivering in their clipless pedals. Enter the Terry Split Mitt: savior of biker fingers, Lobster Claw of warmth, Flying V of snug.

    The palms are nicely padded for bike glove shock absorption, the exterior is wind- and water-proof, and the glove’s warmth is maintained with a Thinsulate lining.

    One small issue – a little more reflectivity (and visibility) would be a nice feature, as the gloves pretty much disappear at night. But small potatoes for the incredible warmth and comfort offered on even the most blustery of rides.

    There is also an Enhanced Niceness factor – that is, the only hand sign that you are able to give your fellow drivers while biking, try as you might, is either the thumbs up or the Live Long and Prosper. Neither communicates the frustration of being cut off in the preternatural early dusk (aka commuting in darkness), but both will spread the holiday cheer.

    Price $45.00

    …5 stars!

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  • ON A ROLL…ER.

    Trying out rollers for winter training. 

    Image Source: "Best Cycling Rollers Review" Triradar.com.
    Image Source: “Best Cycling Rollers Review” Triradar.com.

    We all know that nothing can beat the real deal – tailwinds, long climbs, and the wind in our hair – but to get the most out of the riding season we have to put in a bit of winter training. Once you decide that riding during the off season is the choice for you, you are tasked with the age old question…”how?”.

    Many join the lively community of Spin, others will choose magnetic, wind, or fluid home trainers and then there are the brave few who decide rollers are the way to go. People who train on rollers are often purists you may also find that they drink their coffee black and drive cars stick shifts.

    Personally, I decided to go the roller route because of the real life training it provides your core – the balance you need on rollers is the most similar I have experienced to being on the road. I made a trade off, giving up some of the resistance options available in other trainers for the skill building that rollers can bring to the table. My question to you is, how do you train in the winter? What, if any, do you feel are the pros and cons of that method?

    Here is to reliable cleats and carpeted floors,

    Whitney McKiddy

  • CHAINLINK: Favorites | New Cycling Apparel for Women.

     

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    Read the full article here: Thechainlink.org/chainlink-favorites-new-cycling-apparel-for-women-terry-bicycles

    Chainlink Favorites
    Yasmeen Schuller
    New Cycling Apparel for Women

    Terry
    Wanderer Long-Sleeved Jersey     ($120)
    Terry sent The Chainlink this jersey/knicker combo and I’ve really enjoyed wearing them. Lined with Italian microfleece, the jersey is incredibly soft and feels great for a long ride in fall weather. The jersey has room to add a base layer if you need a little extra warmth on a particularly cool day. The two rear cargo pockets and center zip pocket allow you to carry everything you need for a day in the saddle (gels, keys, phone, wallet, etc). The style of the jersey also allows you to feel comfortable (and not too “bikey”) if you stop for a coffee or lunch during your ride.

    While I am a big fan of black, the “beetroot” color provides better visibility which is important as the days are shorter. I’d love to see more colors in the future as it’d be nice to have a few more of these jerseys in my collection.

    Breakaway Knickers ($89)
    The knickers are great for a cool weather fall ride where more leg coverage is needed. Paired with some wool socks, the long-sleeved Wanderer jersey, and full-fingered gloves and you’ll be plenty warm. The chamois provides plenty of comfort and cushion for many hours of pedaling. Overall, the knickers are well-made, stylish and functional. Currently, the two color options are black and charcoal.

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  • WE LOVE NETFLIX: BIKE FILM DISCOVERY.

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    There are so many things to love about this documentary and while I don’t want to spoil anything about the story itself, Gino Bartali and his bicycle play a heroic role that will take you by complete surprise. There are many revelations in this beautiful film about the rescue of thousands of Italian Jews during WWII. Interviews with survivors, dramatic re-enactments, narration by Isabella Rossellini – in English. It’s an uplifting story to share with your family during the holiday season.

  • GIVING THANKS TO YOUR BIKE.

    It’s time to say ‘Thank You’ to your two wheeled stallion.

    Last Ride.
    Out enjoying my last ride of the season.

     

    November is a tough time for cyclists who live in colder climates. The season has moved on but our bikes are still handy, not fully stored for winter because we just might get that one warm day.

    I use this time to give thanks to my trusty steed. I clean her stem to stern, check her tire treads, note the mileage on the computer—if only I had ridden 28 more miles! I make a list of all the things I want to do in the spring: New lights, (wasn’t really happy with the ones I chose last year), chain has another year, tires are good. I’ve been wanting to test out new saddles, and am committing to making that happen next season. All the while, I’m thinking about the joy my bicycle has brought me. The trips down to the lake with incredible views of the Adirondacks, the elation at tackling the steeper climbs—albeit in the granny gear. The health benefits she brings keeping me fit, even if I didn’t drop as many pounds as I had hoped. Then I put her carefully away for winter. Nostalgia prevails, and it’s off to spin classes so I don’t miss a second of ride time come spring!

    Here’s to the season to come,

    Sara Blum

  • ASK A TOUR LEADER: CORE TRAINING FOR CYCLISTS.

     

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    It’s hard not to have heard about core training. But what is it and how exactly does it benefit cyclists?

    Our core is not what we typically think of – it’s not just your abdominal muscles or having a flat stomach. Your core is a group of muscles that form a band around your midsection. As cyclists our movements come from a stable core.

    Core exercises train the muscles in your abdomen, back, hips and pelvis to work together. This can result in a better ability to really get power out of your legs, at the same time reducing injury and achieving better posture.

    There are many programs available that strengthen the core. Yoga and Pilates are effective here with the added benefits of stretching and developing a mind-body connection that is important to athletes.   Form is very important to achieve the best benefits, so these exercises are best done with a good teacher. Look for experience and professional qualifications. Whatever method you choose, remember your core is a system so look for a regime that works out the whole system, not just your abs.

    Regular core work can make you a stronger cyclist and can reduce injury on and off the bike. Pull out your mat and get going. You’ll be glad you did.

    -Joyce Casey, Adventure Cycling Tour Leader

  • 5 THINGS I LEARNED ON MY BIKE-PACKING HONEYMOON.

    Let’s Take A Trip.

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    Here are some important things I learned while on an 8-day, 300 mile loop in the Gaspe Peninsula of Quebec:

    1. Break from tradition/make your own memories.

    Shaun, my husband, and I decided to use our passion for hiking, camping and biking to create a honeymoon special to us. So we planned a bike-packing trip in the Gaspe Peninsula. We also invited our friend Thorin along. WAIT, WHAT, you invited someone else on your honeymoon?! We invited him for safety reasons (in case one of us got hurt, one person could stay and one could go get help), to keep each other sane, and also a trip with more people is always much more fun! It is one of the greatest memories I have today, which I’m not sure I would feel the same about if we had gone with the typical beach style honeymoon.

    2. You’re never too old to make new friends.

    We would start and end our trip at the Auberge Festive Sea Shack (The Beach Party Hostel) where we could leave our car and camp out/party before heading out on our trip. We were the only US citizens there and stuck out like two sore thumbs. A German kid named Benedikt Glitz came up to us and we started chatting. As it turned out, he was traveling by bike to a town along the same route as our trip. The next day, Benedikt joined us for all but 1 day of our trip. He cooked us “Stockbrot” (stick bread) and ended up taking a lot of photos to capture memories that we wouldn’t have been able to capture on our own. We still keep in touch, and he came and stayed with us for 2 weeks a few months after the trip. We look forward to visiting him in Germany as well.

    3. Planning will only get you so far.

    At the beginning of the trip there were lots of campgrounds to stay at along the coast of the St. Lawrence. But as we headed back inland, they became few and far between. This made me nervous; I like plans and I like to follow them. In most situations I would have freaked out, closed myself off and been miserable. But somehow on this trip, I decided to try and go with the flow. I knew that I couldn’t be in control of every situation and I needed to trust that things would work out. And of course they did. When we didn’t have a “campground” to stay in, we made do. Finding an abandoned hunting shack on the side of the road. Creating a great camp at a beautiful lake when we were on class four roads in the middle of nowhere. And you know what, those nights were some of the best nights we had. No people, no noise, just us and the wilderness.

    4. Sometimes you’ve got to ride the Struggle-Bus.

    In anything that you do, there are times that are just downright hard to maneuver and you don’t know how you’re going to get through. For me, this trip had many hills (literally and figuratively). The only way to get through it was to jump on the “Struggle-Bus”. You’re in pain, you have self-doubt and you are just struggling to keep going. In biking, it usually happens on hills, and in Gaspe, there were plenty. But you just have to think about the after, how you feel when you make it up that STEEP hill without walking. You thought you were going to die, but you didn’t. You just kept peddling. Then you make it and you can take a breath and realize what you’ve just accomplished. You are that much stronger than you were twenty minutes ago, a day ago, a year ago and the “Struggle-Bus” is how you got there.

    5. Just Go For it.

    I was never the one who liked to take risks and then would often think about why I didn’t do something and regret not taking that chance. This trip took a lot for me to get through, both mentally and physically. Physically, I didn’t think I would be able to keep up with both Shaun and Thorin (and eventually Benedikt), but you know what, I did. I went for it and pushed through, and I also spoke up if I needed a rest instead of resenting them for not knowing I needed to stop. Mentally, I needed to battle my fears of the unknown, and the uncontrollable. We went off road a few times and didn’t know exactly where we were on the 3 maps that we had. But with common sense, and just being confident in what decisions we made, we ended up where we wanted to be. This trip changed me more than I could have imagined and in the best ways possible. Just take that chance, because you just never know what you’ll find out there and in yourself.

    Erika Boyce

    Still riding together after 3 years, Erika, Terry Graphic Designer, and husband Shaun live in rural Vermont with their 2 cats. In another completely unique adventure, they’ve just begun clearing their own land, milling their own lumber and building their own house. The trip to Germany will have to wait a bit…