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Our Winter Picks

Part one of our winter gear series where the team at Trek Travel home base in Madison, Wisconsin give their gear recs and best tips for making it through the months where Old Man Winter reigns.

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Jenny: Dealer Program Manager

Go-to winter riding gear?
Bontrager Old Man Winter Boots. Trek Travel Neck Gaiter. Ski Helmet and Goggles (much warmer than bike helmet and sunglasses). Bontrager Gnarwhal Studded Fat Bike Tires.

Is there such a thing as “too cold”? and why?
No such thing as bad weather, just bad gear.

Favorite beverage or meal to warm you up?
Maple Hot Toddy

Best part about winter in Madison?
Riding across a frozen Lake Monona to work with my awesome colleagues.

#1 tip to survive a Wisconsin winter?
The reason I love Wisconsin is because people don’t let the cold, gray weather stop them. Options abound, from cross country skiing, fat biking, ice hockey or a walk in the woods. The key is to embrace the weather and get outside anyways! Well that, and always plan a warm, sunny vacation for February!

If you could be a character in a holiday movie, who would you be and why?
Buddy the Elf, because he always has a smile on his face and adds energy to every room.

Bontrager OMW BootBontrager Narwhal Studded TiresBontrager Gaiter

Brie: Guide Manager

Go-to winter riding gear?
Bontrager S1 shoe covers, Velocis S2 split finger gloves aka lobster gloves and a neck gator. Plus a neon fanny pack for added fun and snack storage..

Is there such a thing as “too cold”? and why?
I draw the line for biking when we fall below 0 degrees Fahrenheit.

Favorite beverage or meal to warm you up?
Espresso in the morning, hot toddies in the afternoon.

Best part about winter in Madison?
It’s awesome how outdoor activities shift gears and continue on when temperatures drop in Madison! Frozen lake fat bike adventures are definitely a highlight for me…and a thrill.

#1 tip to survive a Wisconsin winter?
We schedule a few ‘Friday Soup Nights’ throughout the winter months…a fun gathering of friends to enjoy a warm fire, homemade soup and good company.

If you could be a character in a holiday movie, who would you be and why?
Buddy in Elf because of his fun-loving demeanor and positive outlook on life; not to mention his advanced snowball throwing skills.

Trek Travel Winter Gear

Katherine: Sales and Guest Services Manager

Go-to winter riding gear?
Bontrager lobster gloves and lights for dark mornings.

Is there such a thing as “too cold”? and why?
No such thing as “too cold” just the wrong gear.

Favorite beverage or meal to warm you up?
Hot Toddy

Best part about winter in Madison?
Riding fat bikes across the frozen lakes

#1 tip to survive a Wisconsin winter?
Buy a fat bike

If you could be a character in a holiday movie, who would you be and why?
I would be Jovie from Elf because how entertaining would that be?!

Bontrager Lobster GlovesTrek Travel Winter Gear Hot ToddyTrek Travel Winter Gear Flare R and Ion 800

Ashley: Guest Services Coordinator

Go-to winter riding gear?
A Buff! You can use it for your head, your neck, your entire face, etc.

Is there such a thing as “too cold”? and why?
I am a firm believer that you dress appropriately for the weather. If it’s cold, bundle up!

Favorite beverage or meal to warm you up?
Throat coat tea, even if I don’t have a sore throat.

Best part about winter in Madison?
The first snow in the Arboretum.

#1 tip to survive a Wisconsin winter?
Having good friends to pass the months with.

If you could be a character in a holiday movie, who would you be and why?
Tim Allen in The Santa Clause. I’m in it for the silky red pajamas!
 

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