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Do you cycle when it's snowy/icy?

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Gastropod · 06/01/2026 08:07

Not a cyclist bashing thread, I am one and I usually cycle everywhere!

But I never cycle on snow/ice. I'm just too scared that I'll skid and fall - I find it terrifying.

Where I live there is quite a bit of snow at the moment: although main roads are mostly clear, the side roads and cycle paths/lanes are definitely snowy with patches of ice. And yet I saw dozens of cyclists this morning, all merrily pedalling along as though it were the middle of summer, some with kids on the back, etc.

If you do cycle in snow/ice can you tell me whether you consider it safe, and what you do to make sure you don't skid or fall? I'd like to be brave enough to try, but not if it's dangerous!

YABU: Cycling on snow/ice is fine if you're careful
YANBU: Cycling on snow/ice is dangerous and I'd never do it

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ACynicalDad · 06/01/2026 08:16

I spent about 5 years cycling into London 10 miles each way, did it on ice once, skidded on the final corner when I thought I was home and dry. Not badly hurt but decided the train was ok on those days.

Wherearemymarbles · 06/01/2026 08:14

Nope, I did for years in London without even thinking about it - until i skidded on some ice and broke my shoulder.
However, because it is so dry here there isnt really much ice - I draw the line at -5 though, far too cold!!!

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