Just as cars would be useless for much of the winter if roads weren't maintained, well-maintained bicycle infrastructure works just fine in the winter. Sensibl

Just as cars would be useless for much of the winter if roads weren't maintained, well-maintained bicycle infrastructure works just fine in the winter. Sensible clothing, just as one needs to walk or ski, is all one needs to bike in the winter. Studded tires can make up for defects in infrastructure maintenance. And having sunny outdoor time midwinter is decidely good for my mood— people pay thousands of dollars to take ski vacations, after all.