Great info, I'm old, over 70 yrs in the outdoors, Skating, + XC Skied before MTB bikes, and Fat Biked for many years, in Michigan winters its good to experiment, and learn so you can stay out there doing things, a few of my favorites are, a merino Balacva its the only thing I need to keep head warm, I carry a beanie for when it gets warm out, but hardly ever need to wear it, the balacava is amazing, for socks 80% merino wool, made in USA, Red Wing socks, warm, wicking, long lasting, outstanding socks, for pants I wear Specialized Demo pants, very rugged, stop the wind, but still breath, made for biking, under them I wear different long johns depending on temp, real cold I wear insulated road bike tights, dress for condition, on top I layer, but I like MX long sleve jerseys, cheap, and wicking, a good merino wool shirt on top of them, then a wind breaker jacket with an inside pocket to put my bottle in when it freezes up, pogies of course, you can even use the inexpensive ones for storage inside where you put your hands, room for extra gloves, napkins, etc..for gloves I mostly use summer TLD gloves inside pogies, they brake/shift best, I use clip pedals, shoes are nothing special, just lucky my feet don't get cold with just one pair of good 80% RW socks.
A set of clear (or tinted for sunny rides) ski goggles are nice to have on winter days…. If you wear glasses they sell “OTG” ones for over the glasses, and they can help keep your glasses from fogging up and do a nice job on windy cold days
Good call. I actually almost added eye wear including ski goggles (which I mentioned in one of my older videos). But yes these are a must have when the sun is out!! Thanks for adding them to the conversation!
Very useful to have a rechargeable digital bike pump. Most bike pumps are not precise under 10 lbs, but these can be set to half degrees, like 2 1/2 lbs. In addition a baggie is useful to store chemical hand and toe warmers to get multiple uses. Just put them in the baggie and squeeze out the air and they will warm up again just like new. Depending on how long you are out, you can get two or sometimes three uses from each pack.
Yes it does have the offset, and the 135mm rear hub. In the video below I show the Wren Onerack fitment the Pugsley. ruclips.net/video/PF8eGRmv60I/видео.html
If you are talking tire choices on your existing bike, I am really enjoying Terrene Cake eaters. I have 27.5x4 on my Borealis Flume and it’s been great in the dirt. Another option many enjoy is having a 29plus wheel and tire setup for summer. I am doing this now on the Crestone I have from Borealis, and it’s great (also Cake Eaters).
I have not seen one in person or ridden, but looking at their website it looks like a really good solid bike, with modern specs and good solid parts. I’d say ride it and enjoy it!! You might want to consider a tubeless setup for the tires if the wheels are compatible. Looks good, enjoy!
Those cross country ski pants are low bulk and super functional! 👍🏼
They came highly recommended!
Im in Canada so it does get really cold here , one recommendation i have is a snowboard / ski helmet, they really keep you warm.
Good tip, thanks!!
Low pressure tire gauge is also a nice gift for fat bikers. You can get a nice one for around $25.00.
Good call! Not something I use myself but I know a lot of fat bikers are into it!
Great info, I'm old, over 70 yrs in the outdoors, Skating, + XC Skied before MTB bikes, and Fat Biked for many years, in Michigan winters its good to experiment, and learn so you can stay out there doing things, a few of my favorites are, a merino Balacva its the only thing I need to keep head warm, I carry a beanie for when it gets warm out, but hardly ever need to wear it, the balacava is amazing, for socks 80% merino wool, made in USA, Red Wing socks, warm, wicking, long lasting, outstanding socks, for pants I wear Specialized Demo pants, very rugged, stop the wind, but still breath, made for biking, under them I wear different long johns depending on temp, real cold I wear insulated road bike tights, dress for condition, on top I layer, but I like MX long sleve jerseys, cheap, and wicking, a good merino wool shirt on top of them, then a wind breaker jacket with an inside pocket to put my bottle in when it freezes up, pogies of course, you can even use the inexpensive ones for storage inside where you put your hands, room for extra gloves, napkins, etc..for gloves I mostly use summer TLD gloves inside pogies, they brake/shift best, I use clip pedals, shoes are nothing special, just lucky my feet don't get cold with just one pair of good 80% RW socks.
Thanks for the feedback! Yeah I like Smartwool a lot for my under garments as it’s warm and does a good job wicking away moisture.
A set of clear (or tinted for sunny rides) ski goggles are nice to have on winter days…. If you wear glasses they sell “OTG” ones for over the glasses, and they can help keep your glasses from fogging up and do a nice job on windy cold days
Good call. I actually almost added eye wear including ski goggles (which I mentioned in one of my older videos). But yes these are a must have when the sun is out!! Thanks for adding them to the conversation!
Wonderful head to toe hints and gift tips ! Thanks so much, going shopping now….
Thanks for watching! Anything not covered here that you recommend??
@@ElevationEveryWeekend You really did a super job and I can’t think of anything to add :)
Very useful to have a rechargeable digital bike pump. Most bike pumps are not precise under 10 lbs, but these can be set to half degrees, like 2 1/2 lbs.
In addition a baggie is useful to store chemical hand and toe warmers to get multiple uses. Just put them in the baggie and squeeze out the air and they will warm up again just like new.
Depending on how long you are out, you can get two or sometimes three uses from each pack.
Nice tips, thanks!
Great reviews Tommy!
Much appreciated!
Thanks for the great ideas loved the video keep them coming
Thanks for watching!
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Thank you!
Great Video! I Love my Olights!! I need tog et the hand warmers for sure. i also agree the rear rack stays on all winter!
Thanks for checking it out! Yeah always learning, the rack is going to be good this winter.
Wow this was great !! You covered everything possible one could need . Great video loved it
Thanks!!
Does your pugsley have the offset frame? Trying to find a rear rack compatible with my moonlander with the offset frame.
Yes it does have the offset, and the 135mm rear hub. In the video below I show the Wren Onerack fitment the Pugsley.
ruclips.net/video/PF8eGRmv60I/видео.html
Tommy hey, wondering what is your summer dirt fat bike recommendation?
If you are talking tire choices on your existing bike, I am really enjoying Terrene Cake eaters. I have 27.5x4 on my Borealis Flume and it’s been great in the dirt. Another option many enjoy is having a 29plus wheel and tire setup for summer. I am doing this now on the Crestone I have from Borealis, and it’s great (also Cake Eaters).
What is your opinion of the KHS 4 seasons 1000? new to biking and just bought one...6'0.. 300 lbs any advice?
I have not seen one in person or ridden, but looking at their website it looks like a really good solid bike, with modern specs and good solid parts. I’d say ride it and enjoy it!! You might want to consider a tubeless setup for the tires if the wheels are compatible. Looks good, enjoy!
I have a fat tire bike, Cybertrack 200, having terrible finding back rack, any advice?
Tough call, but the first video I made on this channel is a bike rack review, not sure what style you need though