Reddit reviews Seirus Innovation 8030 Neofleece Combo Scarf - Face and Neck Masque for Cold Winter Weather,Black,Medium

Definitely yes to the adding lights this time of year! I bought some cheap ones to give out to commuters that I see that don't have any. I have a Cygolite Metro that I'm fond of for personal use, love the USB rechargeable ones.

I haven't tried bar mitts, but I like lobster gloves for winter riding - mine also have a liner that I wear underneath the gloves. They seem to work pretty well down to single digits.

I'm also a big fan of this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0018BGFF4 with a thin hat, I have a cover for my helmet too.

My winter commuter is an internal gear hub & brakes 3 speed, also less to be exposed to the elements.

Does anybody have any suggestions for like an ear cover/face mask? Its starting to get really cold here and I need something to cover my mouth and ears. I just dont want something that is heavy and will cause me to sweat like crazy. I have been eyeing this but I'm not sure if it would be too much for me.

This is what I figured out via trial and error over the last year of full-time commuting in NYC (~15F - ~100F temp range). I probably only kind of count as cost conscious. There might be cheaper alternatives to some of this stuff.

• Feet: SPD cleats ($55). They're fine, but a bit small. I may upgrade them this year to something around $100.
  
• add waterproof socks (~$30) if it's raining. Don't bother with overshoes for waterproofing, they don't work well enough. Embrace wet shoes and just keep your feet dry.
  
• add neoprene overshoes if it very cold (<25 F) ($25)
  
• Legs: Jeans or khakis or whatever I'm wearing to work the day
  
• Add long johns if it's below 25F ($15 from Uniqlo)
  
• Add waterproof pants ($52) if it's raining
  
• I have cycling shorts ($35), but never wear them for commuting, only long rides.
  
• Top: T-shirt or whatever I'm wearing to work that day in optimal weather
  
• Cheap, non-cotton shirt in warm weather (~$10)
  
• Cycling-specific jacket if it's cold or cold and raining ($75). If it's raining and warm, I just get wet and bring a change of clothes.
  
• Add long-sleeve t-shirt if it's pretty cold ($15 from Uniqlo)
  
• Add merino wool sweater if it's very cold ($30 from Uniqlo)
  
• Head: Helmet
  
  • Add cycling cap if it's raining ($15, it keeps the rain out of your eyes)
    
  • Add skull cap if it's below ~35F ($12)
    
  • Add face mask if it's below ~30F ($22)
    
• Hands: Gloves (none or any combination of teh following depending on how cold it is and if it's raining)
  
  • Fingerless, padded ($17)
    
  • Liners ($12)
    
  • Proper waterproof gloves ($35) for when it's cold and raining

Sorry this took so long, but here you goz I added hats, gloves, and scarves as a sort of apology for being so late:

Good outer coats: https://www.amazon.com/ELORA-Womens-Winter-Jacket-Fleece-Trim/dp/B07BS4GTJC/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1540096730&sr=8-2-spons&keywords=winter+coat+for+women&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/CHERRY-CHICK-Womens-Thick-Green/dp/B071FH17GZ/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1540097111&sr=1-2-spons&nodeID=7141123011&psd=1&keywords=long+winter+coat&psc=1

Find something long and thick with a cozy hood. Make sure it is water resistent as well.

Good undercoats:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074WZL5CL/ref=sspa_dk_detail_5?psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/CAMEL-CROWN-Waterproof-Windbreaker-Outdoor/dp/B07FTB6Z34/ref=sr_1_17?ie=UTF8&qid=1540096730&sr=8-17&keywords=winter+coat+for+women

https://www.amazon.com/Wantdo-Womens-Mountain-Waterproof-Windproof/dp/B01CVG8VCY/ref=pd_sbs_193_4?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01CVG8VCY&pd_rd_r=ea1b4a58-d4eb-11e8-8519-db044f09735a&pd_rd_w=VAj4x&pd_rd_wg=6BXiE&pf_rd_i=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=763ccc93-bfa2-47be-85ae-0cdd7e00b3da&pf_rd_r=KT5AYQEB1ANASNS1VTCM&pf_rd_s=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_t=40701&refRID=KT5AYQEB1ANASNS1VTCM

Find something warm but light and with or without a hood- it doesn't matter too much unless you plan on using it in spring, in which case get one with a hood or a removable hood.

Good hats:

https://www.amazon.com/Yesurprise-Trapper-Russian-Trooper-Windproof/dp/B075L5G81C/ref=sr_1_9?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1540097173&sr=1-9&nodeID=7141123011&psd=1&keywords=warm+winter+hat+with+earflap

https://www.amazon.com/Connectyle-Oudoor-Trapper-Windproof-Russian/dp/B01LXCYGWT/ref=pd_sbs_200_5?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01LXCYGWT&pd_rd_r=41de2d19-d4ec-11e8-9755-ef1de137644a&pd_rd_w=2Sdhb&pd_rd_wg=uJewy&pf_rd_i=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=763ccc93-bfa2-47be-85ae-0cdd7e00b3da&pf_rd_r=2J9MKDBAHS2JX11S0WNR&pf_rd_s=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_t=40701&refRID=2J9MKDBAHS2JX11S0WNR

Get something with clippable ear flaps. Trust me, they'll be lifesavers. Water resistance is important as well.

Good gloves:

https://www.amazon.com/OZERO-Deerskin-Leather-Motorcycle-Cycling/dp/B07DZYG7CB/ref=sr_1_11?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1540097380&sr=1-11&nodeID=7147440011&psd=1&keywords=warm+waterproof+winter+gloves

https://www.amazon.com/Manzella-Womens-Fahrenheit-Touch-Gloves/dp/B00KZCY3Z6/ref=sr_1_36?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1540097437&sr=1-36&nodeID=7147440011&psd=1&keywords=warm+waterproof+winter+gloves

Get something water proof and with fingers. Mittens are the worst when you have to do something outside. Wrist straps are great for keeping the snow out.

Face coverings:

https://www.amazon.com/Seirus-Innovation-Neofleece-Combo-Scarf/dp/B0018BGFF4/ref=sr_1_cc_1?s=aps&ie=UTF8&qid=1540097490&sr=1-1-catcorr&keywords=warm+waterproof+winter+face+covering

https://www.amazon.com/Seirus-Innovation-8039-Weather-Balaclava/dp/B0018BL1XA/ref=pd_sbs_468_3?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B0018BL1XA&pd_rd_r=fd976d18-d4ec-11e8-b597-b92393ce99ab&pd_rd_w=70Glv&pd_rd_wg=vyx40&pf_rd_i=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=763ccc93-bfa2-47be-85ae-0cdd7e00b3da&pf_rd_r=AJXAJ94F3SA3JYJDF047&pf_rd_s=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_t=40701&refRID=AJXAJ94F3SA3JYJDF047

Make sure it covers your face, nose, cheeks, and neck (front and back). If it goes over your entire head like a hat that's even better, it's perfect for wearing under a hat. You'll want it to be waterproof. I find face coverings work better than scarves.

face mask recommendations

Currently using this Seirus Innovation Cold Weather Face Mask and it's been the best of all the other things I've tried (bandanas (great for non snowy/wet days but not warm enough when it's cold and snowing), buffs (gets wet and freezes), airhole (just not a fan), etc.) but i'm still having the issue of my breath condensing on the inside and it getting all wet on the inside. It does the best job of not letting that condensation freeze compared to anything else i've tried, but I'm looking for another option that will keep me warm and DRY from both the snow/weather from the outside and my own breath and breath condensation from the inside.

You could try a mask like this. I think the same company makes full balaclavas as well. This is the one I use, and it definitely cuts down on the amount of snot/ condensation build up. Though the tip of my nose tends to get a little colder, I find the tradeoff worth it.