Riding in 15 Below and Other Self-inflicting Pleasures

What could possibly be pleasurable about riding your bike in weather that's better suited to ice fishermen, John Stamstad and the infamous Wednesday night riders you ask?

You think it's too cold outside to ride? Think again. As the great Tito Riveria once said "there's no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing". Women are notorious for being cold. Well ladies, forget about being cold, salvation is finally here.

Enter the new women's Race Face Aquanot Jacket. Pure bliss baby. This jacket offers the utmost in style and function. Whether it's snowing or blowing, this water and wind proof jacket will keep you toasty warm on even the coldest day. The 10" pit zips enable you to relieve some of that built up heat and keep you dry for the ride. The Aquanot also features silver reflective striping along the arms and back, so even those road raged SUV drivers can see you, theoretically. It also goes without saying that winter riding offers up a wide array of diggers to be had by those who brave the elements; from corner and derby-diggers, to the infamous Kid Viagra curb-digger. The Aquanot's Cordura re-enforced elbows will protect you from scuffs and scrapes for when you go dowwwwwn.

Fear not the minus 15 wind chill, all you need to do is slip on a Swobo wool jersey under this jacket and I guarantee you'll stay warm for the ride. Each day you brave the arctic cold and ride, you'll pedal yourself one step closer to sanity and freedom from the automobile. So grab your trusty steed, mount up and go for an invigorating ride...not next spring, now. Times-a-wasting. And when you reach your destination, treat yourself with a warm cup of milk. Ahh, purrrrrfect. Riding never felt so good.

The Race Face women's Aquanot Jacket. Tried and tested by Catboxx in weather ranging from -25 to +39. Available in baby blue/black, sizes small to extra large. For more information visit www.raceface.com.

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