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Cold commute open thread


Frosty Esplanade
Frost on the Esplanade floating path yesterday morning.
(Photo by J. Maus/BikePortland)

How are you dealing with the cold conditions?

We’ve had record-setting cold temps this week (and they’re not over yet) and we’re curious how everyone is coping. Have you figured out a way to stay warm? Or have you ditched the bike altogether for the warmth of the MAX, bus, or your car?

Yesterday PBOT issued a warning about icy spots on the Hawthorne Bridge deck. Have you seen other danger spots that folks should know about?

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If you are new to biking and you’re looking for some tips, check out the 100+ comments full of great advice from a post we did during a cold spell last year.

And if you’re more of a visual learner, or just want some inspiration to get out their and ride through these conditions, check our the People on Bikes: Cold Commute Edition we published in 2011.

Stay warm, keep riding, and share your experiences and thoughts about the cold weather below.

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