I read a post this morning on a blog titled “The Baron in Winter” that provided a reminder of playing in the snow as a kid. Gary (the Baron rider) compared the fun he has riding and putting up with the snow and cold as a lot like the times spent in the snow as a kid building snow forts, sledding, and generally getting cold and wet—all overlooked for the sheer fun of it.
I don’t see many kids out in the snow around here unless a parent has dragged them out. I suppose they’re inside watching SpongeBob SquarePants and playing with their XBox. I remember those times outside playing in the winter. When I am riding the scooter I have fun just like I did 40 years ago.
I’d like to say that I ride for some of the other reasons Gary suggests—to not pose a threat to the safety of others and to save fuel. Sorry to say those aren’t really motivating factors. I like not spending lots of cash on keeping the Ford Ranger in gas but that wasn’t the motivation. for me it was the desire to have fun. And I do.
So after reading “The Baron in Winter” this morning I think I will take a ride on the Vespa. It’s only 27 degrees right now and the roads are pretty clear. No moisture in the air. I think I can handle that.
steve
If you are committed to riding in winter, have the right clothes, the right skills, and have the patience to take your time, you can ride in just about any weather, even with snow on the road.
Take your time and ride safe.