With the winter season coming on, try some of these ideas:

• If your toes get cold, invest in a pair of shoe covers. In a pinch, cover your toes (over your socks) with plastic wrap, then put your shoes on. This forms a wind/vapor barrier, keeping toes warmer.

• Watch out for wet spots on the road, especially after heavy rains where runoff continues. Try not to turn on wet spots, do your turning before and after them.

• Be especially careful about crossing metal covers or rail-road tracks when they are wet.

• Invest in a CVC Rain Jacket!

• Dress in layers, so you can peel off clothing as the day warms up.

• Try a skier's headband under your helmet to keep ears warm.

• Be careful if riding at dusk and after dark. Wear light colored clothing above the waist, equip your bike with front light and rear flasher. California's Vehicle Code also requires front and rear reflectors, side reflectors on spokes, and pedal reflectors.

• Try skier's glove liners (light glove made of Poly-Pro or similar fabric) under your cycling gloves.

• If it's really nasty out and you want to stay fit, think about investing in a cycling stationary trainer or visit the gym (check out Powerhouse in Westlake).

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