Winter in New England presents many problems for riding out of doors and makes the trainer seem pretty good. For anyone subscribing to the Base building process, getting long hours on the bike during the winter may be the most difficult part of your year round training plan. The coldest part of my body on these long outdoor rides is always my toes and feet. I have used some homemade devices that help but were never satisfactory like putting bread bags over my shoes covered by an old large wool sock. But the solution has arrived….Enter Grip Grab:
Threshold Cycling has partnered with Grip Grab, a Danish company, to help bring the Grip Grab product line to the northeast. In addition to shoe covers, Grip Grab makes gloves, socks, and hats for cycling, skiing and running.
The Arctic shoe covers feature a waterproof and windproof 4mm of neoprene and a fleece liner for incredible insulation and for blocking out the elements. One of the best design features is the extra large plastic zipper and zipper insulation flap so that heat can’t escape through the back. The covers fit very well without bulging or tight areas (unlike other brands I’ve tried). And the best part of the Grip Grab product: THEY WORK!!!
Today I rode for 4 hours in air temperatures of mid-teens but the wind chill brought temps down to zero F and my feet were comfortable throughout the ride. With wool socks, insulated footbeds (rubber base), and a pair of Grip Grab arctic shoecovers, you may not need your trainer this winter!
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These things are serious! Feet and hands have always been my problem. I just finished a ride where I doubt it got over 25 degrees. Feet were toasty with Grip Grabs + Wooleators + offroad shoes (wider toebox is key!) + chemical warmers. I probably didn’t need the chemical warmers – they just feel nice. On my hands, I rocked Craft liners and PI lobster gloves.
This can’t be emphasized enough: *the zippers on these booties rock!* I’ve had so many booties fail due to crappy zippers. These zippers are monsters!
Great pair of shoe covers. I just took them out for the first time in low 30 degree weather and it snowed for a good hour and a half. Still, the shoe covers kept my feet very warm and completely dry.
Regarding the setup of the shoe covers, these things work very well. The zipper on the back is easy to use and has a water proof seal underneath it. Also, the bottom of the shoe cover has openings for your cleat as well as the contact point for your heel so you don’t destroy the shoe cover. Unfortunately, I wiped out on some black ice and put a rip in the left one, but they’re still in good shape. I highly recommend these for serious riders that go out in freezing temps.
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